Traditions and everyday life in USAFestivals, 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.
4,770 keepsakes from USA (1,387 traditions and culture, 3,383 personal) · page 48 of 159Moments from members' own lives: family traditions, favourite places, hobbies and memories, some from other countries they love.
I’m am someone adventurous and love taking pictures! I’m not afraid of being myself in front of people. I enjoy the lovey weather Florida has and often times go to the pools or beaches. I have only lived in Florida for 3 years…
Shared by MoniqueAngela
This keepsake, although basic, I think is a bit of a symbol of how I have become more open to friendships and socializing. Throughout middle to some of high school I kept to myself/and put up barriers even with friends Id had for…
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First two images are not mine. It's an example of a nice garden. The third image is my own design and construction in Oregon. We have lots of rain and heavy winds on the Coast of Oregon. It is not practical to keep an authentic…
Shared by webkruzerdude
Riding at one wheel board is pretty much exactly what it sounds like it's a board with one wheel. Inside the wheel is an electric motor. It can reach speeds of 20 miles an hour plus. It's great for off-road hiking trails or in…
Shared by Water Carver 0017
Guerrilla rock is loud, often aggressive music played outside the usual concert circuit—frequently in public spaces and with little notice or formal promotion. The term describes the music and the way it's made as much as the…
Shared by Doctor1
Photo #1: The sunflower field is a highlight in Florida. You may not know it but it was super cold that day in Orlando! Stupid me wore a crop top. Best time to go is around late summer to early fall! Surprisingly we went around…
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The Gondola at Stowe Mountain Resort takes you to the top of Mount Mansfield, the highest peak in Vermont. Each year, many travelers will make their way to Stowe to ride the Gondola to the top of the mountain, where you can…
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This isn't particular to my school, I think every high school in the US has a Homecoming and Prom. Homecoming is usually in the beginning of the year and Prom is at the end. How it's set up and who can go depends the on the…
Shared by orange_cat_07
Mobile, Alabama is the true birthplace of Mardi Gras in the U.S., and here, it’s more than just a party—it’s a whole season of joy, sparkle, and Southern charm! From the moment the first float rolls out, the city comes alive with…
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Ten days after I lost my Simon, I decided to drive to the great state of Colorado to get my amazing Rottweiler Braum. (He's named after the game League of Legends. A support player that says 'I am Braum. I will protect you' in a…
Shared by ECEJJA
I had to get my keepsake images off Pinterest because I am terrible at remembering to take pictures. The Fourth Of July is a day when Americans celebrate their freedom. You get together with your family and have a barbecue. You…
Shared by NotActuallyLea
In the Northeastern corner of South Carolina sits Florence, home of Francis Marion University and the critical care capable McLeod Regional Medical Center. It's located in the Pee Dee region, where environments can differ widely…
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My life as a self taught artist is a pictorial journal, a visual feast of life! All of my wonderful loving friends are artists and my family! For over 30 years we share an art studio nearby. Incredibly another close loving friend…
Shared by ARTRAGEOUS
Each year during fall, after the Sumner heat and before the Winter cold, there are the Fall festivities. My favorite time of year! Fall is my favorite color! All of those Autumn colors of burnt orange, maroon, brown and a few…
Shared by Caralotte
Whenever my extended family gathers, we share traditions that bring us closer, such as playing Mahjong, Pickleball, and enjoying a variety of homemade dishes. Mahjong has been passed down through generations and is a favorite…
Shared by Kittykat0036
Waterfowl hunting is the hunting for ducks. This usually requires walking through reservoirs in camo waders to set up decoys, said decoys are man-made plastic figures that resemble all kinds of specific kinds of ducks. This will…
Shared by Ermi Walrath
The Carter Family Fold is a non-profit organization serving fans and supporters of old-time country and folk music through the presentation of weekly performances in Hiltons, Virginia. The Carter Family’s legacy began in 1927…
Shared by TheRetroSocialite
I used to like in Michigan and my parents are from Poland so when my dad was a little boy he would always go fishing so of course he always had to take us to our special spot in Michigan to go fishing, we would always sit in the…
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Día de los muertos or day of the dead is primarily a Mexican religious holiday where you honor the dead, and it’s believed that the vail between this life and the after life is so thin that our lost loved ones can actually visit…
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Living at the base of The Rocky Mountains, is a blessing beyond compare for me. I love visiting friends in Vail often. It is such a beautiful place. Snow is cherished and coveted at times (like right now.) The beauty of the…
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Thanksgiving has always been a big deal at my house. Even when I was growing up at my grandmother's house. Everyone would be hustling about in the kitchen making fantastic smelling dishes and amazing desserts. The aroma's coming…
Shared by Cyndylou
Boring is a quaint town in Oregon's foothills of the Cascade Mountain range. It is a gateway town to Mt. Hood, a popular destination for skiing and winter sports. My grandparents live in Boring, and my mom grew up there. It is…
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One of my favorite pastimes is visiting dog parks in Dallas with my husky, Hook. Dallas has a vibrant community of dog lovers, and the parks here are more than just a place for pets to play—they’re a social hub for both dogs and…
Shared by corey.pearce
This is one of my favorite Crockpot dishes of all time. It saves so much time and is sure to be a hit if you are a pasta lover. 3 chicken breasts salt and peppered to taste. Add a bottle of Buffalo Wild Wings South West Ranch…
Shared by Running Wind
Three Kings' Day in Puerto Rico, celebrated on January 6th, is a key cultural and religious celebration that culminates the Christmas season, where children receive gifts from Melchior, Gaspar, and Balthazar- the three wise men…
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In upstate New York we have wonderful regional groups and cultural communities living alongside each other. One such group are the Amish who keep their traditions alive while still living within modern groups.We are used to…
Shared by Mass Appeal
In 1936, the first Solvang Danish Days festival emerged in honor of the village’s 25th anniversary. Ever since, Danish Days celebrates Solvang’s heritage with authentic food, music, dancing, parades, live entertainment and family…
Shared by Wellington1170
Rodilla, a Spanish sandwich café in Miami. Originally founded in Madrid, Rodilla brings a slice of Spain to Florida with its delicious, handcrafted sandwiches (bocadillos) and Mediterranean-inspired treats.The café offers a cozy…
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Every year on the night of Christmas Eve, we Cubans celebrate Noche Buena. One of the things we do is share a meal, with the center piece being an entire pig cooked in what is called a "caja china." Back in the day, when we would…
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