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 58 of 159Moments from members' own lives: family traditions, favourite places, hobbies and memories, some from other countries they love.
Outside in California is really nice and sunny most of the time. I live in a big wine country area so there is so much vineyards in. Almost anywhere you look, you can see nice land and a mountain. I live about an hour north of…
Shared by Madi_J
This is a personal keepsake that I like to do and want to incorporate into my snail mail. I like to daydream, I do it all the time. I create personas or alter egos that I can express myself through when doing different…
Shared by Marge
The Orthodox Divine Liturgy is the primary Eucharistic service of the Eastern Orthodox Church. It translates to "the work of the people" and serves as a spiritual ascent where believers participate in a heavenly reality. The…
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I live in America but specifically New York City. I take the train everyday, and everyone in New York dresses up really nice. I like to walk around sometimes and go into random stores because there are so many. One time me and my…
Shared by HibiscusLover
I play bass/electric/acoustic guitar. I think I am relatively good at it. To me it is easy but it was hard to get good at guitar.My bass was $250 US . I have 2 acoustic guitars. I play a lot of bass. I know probably 30 songs. On…
Shared by Kingston Ridenour
In Columbia, Mo. The town where my university is located, the college football team, is the main event. Every fall season, thousands of fans show up in town to watch the game, and everyone gets drunk, and it's a riot! Mizzou (the…
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Belgrade is the city I was born in and grew up in. This is why of course, it will always have a special place in my heart. A thing I really like about Belgrade tho is its diversity when it comes to places. It's a big city, yet…
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This is a offenda, it’s a alter to give to passed loves ones there favorite items on their way to the afterlife. you probably have seen them on tiktok with the sound “remember me” although I’ve never had to make one for some one…
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Elvis and Rock n’ Roll live on in the memories of people of all ages in the USA and other parts of the world but mostly with seniors. So whereever those people gather in retirement communities, religious organizations, clubs and…
Shared by Oneforall
We bake a special bread with a dime in it. then, we count the members of our family (there are 4 people in my family including me), and we cut an extra piece. then, one of us says a prayer in Serbian, and then we cut the bread…
Shared by xanadu77
Teach underprivileged kids in my area basic self defense in the world where every day is a new escalation. Giving them a safe space, a place to learn and grow and all questions. I want to instill in these next generations a sense…
Shared by SuperNova22
One of Porto's Bakery's most recognizable treats: the Potato Ball. It's a crispy golden-fried potato croquette filled with seasoned ground beef called picadillo. Porto's Bakery is a beloved Cuban-American bakery in Southern…
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GrandMarket is as the title suggests a grand market held the even before Christmas. All businesses usually are open from the morning to midnight probably even later . The streets are lined with vendors, food , music and just good…
Shared by Islander22
I live in Los Angeles, but have a lot of family in Illinois. I take a yearly trip and always visit downtown Chicago, which is the only other city I can imagine myself living in. This year my sister took a picture of me and my dog…
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Each year around Halloween (October 31) I gather my painting supplies and pick out a large pumpkin from the local grocery store. I get artistic and paint scenes on my pumpkins. Sometimes my family joins and sometimes my friends…
Shared by potatoprincess809
I grew up in Tallahassee Florida, I love it there sm. there was one restaurant I loved so much. It closed recently due to Covid but I have so many fun memories from there. My family went there on a weekly basis. Florida can be a…
Shared by Soapy_34
As a child, I used to visit my grandparents from Norway during the summer months and we would celebrate Norway’s Independence Day together on May 17th. The locals of the area where my grandparents lived would have a parade around…
Shared by Rose0423
Everyone likes to have parties and watch the horse races cheering that their favorite one will win! Many people and even celebrities will go to the race track and dress up. It's tradition to wear big, ornate hats. If a horse wins…
Shared by SylphinK
The original and more traditional method of brewing yerba mate is in its loose leaf form. Fill a cup about ⅓ full of loose yerba mate leaf. Next, tilt the cup until all the yerba is leaning against one side of the cup and fill…
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Every weekend, my friends and I go and skate and then get Boba after and sometimes go to the fair if possible. This has been something that we have done since we met. It’s a very special thing for us because it helped us grow…
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Taking a walk around nature park in my states offers a variety of activities. Many include Camping, Jogging and Geochaching! Which is an ultimate hobby of mine. Home to many mountains and trees if you ars interested in hiking and…
Shared by TheColorOfMusic
I’m not exactly sure the origins of my Aunt Zuma’s recipe, whether it came from her polish husband or my Slovakian great grandfather but I know growing up Aunt Zuma’s pierogies were always a huge deal. She was 96 and still making…
Shared by Gardengirl1125
As a hobby photographer, I enjoy encapsulating observations in photo form which I feel is art with an optimistic flare, postiive vibe, and encouraging spirit-- all designs with heartfelt intention to uplift and create an abundant…
Shared by Ms Joy
we go to the ocean ALOT, collecting seaglass and shells at a beach where most people don’t go except surfers, because is down a cliff and most don’t like the climb back up. i find and collect the seaglass. you see lots of things…
Shared by Kkslider
Climbing Mount Fuji is an exhilarating adventure that attracts thousands of climbers each year. Standing at 3,776 meters (12,389 feet), it is Japan's highest peak and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The climb typically takes place…
Shared by Dubs
This was my favorite place to visit after school from pre school to elementary school. It was our major touch to nature but a place where friends came too. My favorite part of the place is the little stone pond. I love it cause…
Shared by Quokka22
Spirituality to me means finding yourself and loving yourself, doing things for you first for your physical and mental well-being. Simple things such as meditation, burning incense, or learning something new are just a few ways…
Shared by TigerLilyCat
Pozole is so close to home. It is a traditional Hispanic dish that my family makes for special occasions such as birthdays or Christmas. It is absolutely delicious, warm, and inviting. It includes hominy, a protein such as pork…
Shared by palomitas
I connect deeply with the idea that nature provides me with what I need for my mind, body, and soul. Herbs, art, and handmade or repurposed objects preserve knowledge and pass its energy from one person to another. A keepsake I…
Shared by Anais Coco
The Sibley Kiwanis Light Show is a unique spot in Minnesota where in the months from November-December, the park is open at night daily to walk or drive through a cascade of thousands of holiday lights. Hot chocolate, donuts, and…
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