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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Personal keepsakes from members in USA

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

Music
Activity

Music

Playing music is the best, whether it alone, with friends, or eve watching others play.

Shared by RayRay90
Wilson Lake
Place

Wilson Lake

A big lake where people go swimming, fishing and boating. The sunset here is gorgeous!

Shared by ZJ16
Las Vegas
Place

Las Vegas

Las Vegas is a very well known tourist attraction. Lots of gambling, shopping and fun.

Shared by KLynn88
Purdue Pete
Tradition

Purdue Pete

This is Purdue Pete he is the mascot of Purdue University. he a little scary right? lol

Shared by Blkstar
animal shelter work
Activity

animal shelter work

my job is my favorite thing ! i adore working with all my dogs and cats at the shelter!

Shared by dearlamb
Whataburger, fast food
Place

Whataburger, fast food

It’s not the best fast food restaurant but it’s the best part of the vacation drive.

Shared by virg0
Caricature Art
Activity

Caricature Art

I have worked as a caricature artist. I have worked at theme parks and at a beach town.

Shared by Asmallfawn
Mountain falls
Everyday life

Mountain falls

Hike often in North Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee. And enjoy outdoor concerts.

Shared by Atlanta428
Hiking
Activity

Hiking

I hike and live watching the water falls. And the calmness is enticing. And welcoming.

Shared by Maylynne
A special place
Activity

A special place

Walking alone or with someone and just talking, also going to a special place to relax.

Shared by SkyYesi
I love to climb
Activity

I love to climb

When you climb you feel like your soaring and your kinda scared but it is also amazing.

Shared by Tatertot2
Astronomical Clock
Everyday life

Astronomical Clock

This clock was exhibited at the 1893 Chicago Worlds Fair in the Tiffany & Co exhibit.

Shared by Andych8
My way of dance
Tradition

My way of dance

My family and I practice our culture and keep tradition alive by dancing at pow wows.

Shared by Aguilaclan73

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