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 65 of 159Moments from members' own lives: family traditions, favourite places, hobbies and memories, some from other countries they love.
No mountains here, mostly concrete. Me and Mystery make up for this with a few hills, a pair of skates, and a general lack of regard for safety. Mystery is a proper sleigh dog though, even if she's no husky, she loves pulling me…
Shared by scoundrelieze
Tucson is already rich in food-based culture, but this one feels extra special. El Charro Cafe is the oldest Mexican restaurant in the nation, established back in 1922! I haven't been nearly as much as I'd like, but the food has…
Shared by Boyzn_Berry
There’s something so special to me about a New York bagel. Whenever I’m in NYC, I make a point to find my favorite bagel spot and have it every morning. More recently, I’ve begun attempting them at home. The key to a great NYC…
Shared by orangeslush654
Marching band takes place during football season in the fall. We start practicing during the summer so we are ready to preform when school starts. We go to a lot of contests in October. I love marching band because I love to make…
Shared by o1iv
Looking up at the dark sky and seeing it speckled and freckled with stars is my favorite pastime. I recently got a new phone with a better camera that actually picks up the stars!! I was so excited to be able to keep a picture of…
Shared by Oliver
I love being by the ocean especially when I am stressed. I love watching sunsets and sunrises. I admire God's creation. Spending time with him brings me so much peace on the good days and the bad ones.
Shared by Crybabby
On la Guadalupe’s birthday, we go to church at 11 and wait for 12 to celebrate her birthday! We give our thanks and pray to her and also eat. My town will carry her around, like a parade and have a second church later in the day…
Shared by Ash1yy
Since I was 8 years old every Sunday that a new walking dead episode would air me and my family would gather in the living room and watch together. The walking dead is my favorite show and partly because it reminds me of the time…
Shared by Ilovemotherearth
Poetry is huge for me, I love writing and sharing my work publicly. I hope to one day write a book of poems. I go to slam events and open mic nights to hear others work and to share my own. Writing is a huge outlet and something…
Shared by Tyler_cameron13
Almost every Friday night of the fall season students, teachers, and supporters gather in the stands of our home turf to watch the school football team compete agents rival schools. Students are encouraged to dress up as the…
Shared by G1283
Every year on our towns anniversary, the town digs a giant hole outside of Town Hall. Then we lower a pot of bean into the hole and smoke it for two days. Once the beans have been smoked, they are taken out of the hole and the…
Shared by BaliBay7
Once or twice a month me, my sister, and mom have a day where we just talk for hours. We play games, watch movies, order food, sometimes even bake or cook different meals from around. I love spending time with them as its my…
Shared by The n.1 sugerprincess
Snow sports are extremely popular in my area, and I've been participating in the activity for many years now! It's truly wonderful to shred down a mountain, the crisp winter air on your face and the sound of your board cutting…
Shared by goldfisheatcats
I love to cruise around in my baby; a 91 foxbody mustang. I always wanted one as a kid and I was finally able to buy one about 5 years ago. I love driving anything and I own a couple of old Massey Ferguson tractors that I love…
Shared by Domino87
Clintonville was once home to the Columbus' first zoo which opened and closed in 1905 as well as the Olentangy Park amusement park. ... The area also boosts Whetstone Park, which includes the popular Park of Roses, and three…
Shared by WalksandWoods
Throughout my teenage years, me and my dad would go on these big, 30 plus hour road trips at least once a year. They were filled with adventure, memories, and much needed escape. The first one we did was to escape his now ex-…
Shared by BumblingWinter
Talavera is one of the many traditional ceramic art forms in Mexico. It is known for its vibrant, hand-painted designs. Each piece is hand-painted and fired multiple times, often taking weeks or months to produce. UNESCO…
Shared by Solecit0Living in the mountains has allowed me to enjoy adventurous activities like fishing, mountain biking and my personal favorite, snowboarding. In the summer I’m mainly at my local lakes boating or fishing and I’m the snowy winters…
Shared by Em pen
I am apart of my school’s Theater program. I was at first very shy but it opened up my horizon and everyday I go to Theater. It has become a tradition of sorts. We get to go to festivities and spend the night in different cities…
Shared by Booklover11!
Tim burton is the KING of gothic classic childrens movies and some of his movies are stop-motion, hence the dolls. The one shown is coraline from the movie coraline. Some other of his other stop-motion movies are: nightmare…
Shared by Sophi00
These are all different parts of the same city. A cute cafe in the center, a nice place to eat, and a concert venue. While they all seem vastly different, they are all within minutes of each other! These are just a couple of my…
Shared by minatimamina
Every year around Halloween a local venue plays The Rocky Horror Picture Show! My friends and I have been going every year since we were 21. We get to sing songs, yell at the screen, dance and make a huge mess with a whole slew…
Shared by randomosibly
Every week I try to watch a new movie or watch something different. I like to learn about new things and educate myself of different cultures. I also enjoy analyzing movies, looking for the meanings in them. Ah the imagine…
Shared by Shrimp.
A tarot deck for me is a tool for self improvement. It doesn't have to be something religious or spiritual, it's all inclusive. When im feeling stuck in a situation I take out my deck and pull some cards to get a clearer…
Shared by maimxxn
One of my friends is a dj and together we threw our first forest renegade for my birthday. We had two nice speakers and a decent amount of lights. For enjoyers of electronic music a rave is the best place to be. And we had a…
Shared by Earl_Grey
Uhhh… I’m not sure what to say other than the earth is so interesting to think about how we’re on a spinning ball in SPACE idk about you but me personally I don’t understand . I also enjoy taking pictures of nature, the sky…
Shared by Mayooo
In September of 2022, my mom and I took a road trip through Littleton NH, Portland ME, Salem MA, Concord MA, Cape Cod, Newport RI, and Mystic CT. It was so beautiful up there. I’m happy I was able to see all those places. All…
Shared by RazzieDazzy27
I’m on the robotics team of my high school and I enjoy it very much. It’s a really fun community all together and it allows me to meet more people and get to know how their teams work and function. When we go to competitions…
Shared by Blue_Gecko
I live high in a valley encircled by the Rocky Mountains (2,336 m above sea level) visiting the mountains is unavoidable and a huge part of Colorado living. I have found great solace in the views, wildlife, and vegetation. The…
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