Traditions and everyday life in USA

Festivals, family customs, favourite places and everyday traditions, written by members of Global Penfriends who live in USA. Each cultural keepsake is a short note about life where they are.

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Moments from members' own lives: family traditions, favourite places, hobbies and memories, some from other countries they love.

Driving across Arizona
Place

Driving across Arizona

I spent two weeks driving across Arizona and Utah to visit the National Parks out there. I got to see the Grand Canyon and feed a giraffe!

Shared by MsDraco
little boy
Everyday life

little boy

this is my little dog. he is so good. i love doggy!!

Shared by Claudia3
coin collecting
Activity

coin collecting

I enjoy coin collecting. I have gold and silver coins that I have collected through the years mostly buying and sometimes selling online.

Shared by Colorado
Bike rides
Activity

Bike rides

This was a ride my fiancé and I went on while being COVID safe and social distancing but also getting fresh air and just plain having fun!

Shared by Tennessee Irish Gypsy
Music culture
Activity

Music culture

Music is a big part of American culture !! American love to pass time by listening to music and create it as well. and we LOVE concerts!!!!

Shared by The Brunette Abroad
Food around NYC
Everyday life

Food around NYC

I decided to pick photos of food I love! I love exploring new restaurants and cafes all around nyc—I would love to also exchange recipes!!!

Shared by aheapofwisteria
Southern views
Place

Southern views

Southern skies offer beautiful views. Sunset views are especially a favorite! It is a tradition where I'm from to take photos of sunsets.

Shared by Sneakfox_12
NYC Ferry
Activity

NYC Ferry

such a fun ferry to ride bc you can look at the city skyline! highly recommend to go at night where you can see all the beautiful lights!

Shared by iilovelin
American Karate
Activity

American Karate

American Karate is a style of karate that was adapted by American martial arts teachers over the years. My gym is called Red Tiger Karate.

Shared by Manny999
Marching band!!
Activity

Marching band!!

I love doing marching band. I am in drumline and play snare drum. Last year i played bass drum 4 and the year prior I played bass drum 1.

Shared by toastwithjam38
The old ways
Tradition

The old ways

We celebrate with ritual twice a month around a fire, share meals, give offerings, manifest and recharge. Most of all we are a sisterhood.

Shared by Hollyfrost
College Football
Event

College Football

College Football is big in America. I enjoy hanging out with my family to watch the game, although we don't always root for the same side.

Shared by Boudica
Small town Flower Stand
Place

Small town Flower Stand

A lady that lives in my town grows wildflowers and makes bouquets out of them. She puts them in vases and sets them in her stand for free!

Shared by lhpenpal
Tea at the Boston library
Activity

Tea at the Boston library

There’s a tea room and a map themed bar in the Boston public library that is accessible to everyone. Afternoon tea requires reservations.

Shared by Cmar98
Tiny home
Everyday life

Tiny home

I am always working on my tiny home and love spending time with my grandchildren and daughters, I drink a few beers on a regular basis lol

Shared by LeeannasLair
My Family loves Nature
Activity

My Family loves Nature

My family loves nature and the animals in it. We trying going to different places with flowers and animals and clear skies whenever we can

Shared by Sam_I_Am
Peaceful Sedona
Place

Peaceful Sedona

The best way to describe it is going in to the mountains and you just feel free and like life could last forever. It is just so peaceful.

Shared by Stardust1121
Motorcycle mass
Tradition

Motorcycle mass

Every year on the same day my family all rides their motorcycles to be blessed at a church as well as spend a little family time together.

Shared by RedRiot
Good food
Activity

Good food

I always enjoy cooking and eating good food. I cook every weekend or go out to eat at a good restaurant. Seafood is my personal favorite.

Shared by Mikey38
Dia De Los Muertos
Tradition

Dia De Los Muertos

A Hispanic tradition to honor those who have passed and to allow them to visit us for one day :) usually celebrated November 1st and 2nd

Shared by kayhemmoo
Ocean Life
Activity

Ocean Life

I love doing things on the ocean and that involve learning about the ocean. Like going to Aquariums and I have also been Whale watching.

Shared by Onceglassy
San Antonio River Walk
Place

San Antonio River Walk

Beautiful place, especially during the Christmas Season when all the lights are up. There are booths and restaurants that line the river.

Shared by Boudica
Claw games!!!
Activity

Claw games!!!

There are a TON of new claw machine places where I live! Most of them are skill-based which gives you a better chance of winning prizes.

Shared by Yinnito
A park we like to visit
Place

A park we like to visit

These pictures are from a connected park which is always flocking with people who just might want a walk, bike ride, enjoy a nice picnic.

Shared by Sylv1a
Preserving flowers
Tradition

Preserving flowers

Every time a friend gives you some flowers you always hang dry them and preserve them so that you and your friends will always have them

Shared by Madoosa
Adventuring in the desert
Place

Adventuring in the desert

A little piece of childhood. Always adventuring the desert and encountering beautiful wild life and plants. I miss it more than anything!

Shared by AnchorsArc

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