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 69 of 159Moments from members' own lives: family traditions, favourite places, hobbies and memories, some from other countries they love.
This keepsake is for me to draw in. This is an important part of my daily life. I draw things that i plan on doing in the future and if something really inspires me I draw that. If i can make some friends i would also be more…
Shared by Antaysia Rose
My leather jackets I have worn over much of my life.. In the bottom is the leather jacket I wore in the 1990s. Top right is my leather jacket I wore in the 2000s. Top left is the one I wore in the 2010s.. I am working on a new…
Shared by SheepStrangler82
Saipan is a small tropical island in the Northern Mariana Islands, located in the western Pacific Ocean. Because of its location, the Northern Mariana Islands are among the first places under the American flag to see the sunrise…
Shared by teedee29
Charro Days is a week long celebration that commemorates Mexican heritage on both sides of the Rio Grande. We have daily parades and performances which involves the community and local schools. Famous actors and government…
Shared by tonilumine
my family is 75% italian. my nonna had a delicious risotto recipe. it takes all day to make but my mom and me will make risotto whenever my nonno wants it as a way for us and him to remember my nonna. below are some pictures of…
Shared by sloan paretii
Reading is a great hobby I get to indulge in because of the library system in the USA. This allows me to check out books and try a variety of genres, although mostly fiction. It's also a great way to relax that keeps me off of…
Shared by Joey Massier
This is my beautiful home in the evening. We've lived here for 37 years and raised two daughters in our wonderful neighborhood where we have lots of friends. Branford is a a town on Long Island Sound. We can walk to the beach in…
Shared by pkazmercyk
This is a Nigerian city names, PORT HARCOURT also called the "Garden City". This place has natural beautiful people, landscapes, religious holidays, traditions, cultural celebrations, and oil-refining richness from the land…
Shared by KBBBBB
Día de los Muertos is a Mexican holiday to honor deceased loved ones. Families create altars with offerings like food, candles, and photos, believing that the souls of the departed return to reunite with them. It celebrates life…
Shared by Starboyy
Songkran is Thailand’s fun water festival, celebrating the Thai New Year in April! It’s a time for family, fun, and good luck, where people splash water, visit temples, and honor elders. It’s a cheerful mix of tradition…
Shared by Meowcurry14
When I go to the beach I either go with family and my dog or I go with my friends. If I go with family I swim, comb the beach with my dad and play with my brothers and my dog. If I go with my friends we surf, boogie board, swim…
Shared by Vivian118
otherwise known as the Pope of Trash " To understand bad taste one must have very good taste. Good bad taste can be creatively nauseating but must, at the same time, appeal to the especially twisted sense of humor, which is…
Shared by elliott277
Praying the rosary is a great devotion in the Catholic faith. It can strengthen your faith and allow for more graces to be granted, if the Lord so permits. The Mother of God provides profound examples of how to love and follow…
Shared by JB1920
This is the feast of my patron saint, Saint Barbara! I was named with her name after my grandmother. St. Barbara was a young pagan who became Catholic through her best friend, St. Juliana. She became a martyr when her father…
Shared by TL_Wildflower
There are only 2 places the St. Ubaldo race is held, Gubbio, Italy, and Jessup, PA. The Saints are St. Ubaldo, St. Anthony, and St. George. The race is held on the Saturday of Memorial Day every year. It is very exciting and…
Shared by Scorpio1107
Although I am American my family is ethnically Ukranian, Easter is a very big holiday for my family and we celebrate it by baking special bread called Paska and dying Easter eggs. We bring them to church to get blessed so we can…
Shared by sawa_2840
When COVID-19 hit our country, we all had a yearning to get outside after lockdown was eased. Starting in January 2021, my friend and I began exploring nature parks and reserves in driving distance from our homes. Here is a…
Shared by Scout
I really like going to concerts and experiencing something with so many other people that we all share enjoyment in. The experiences I’ve had with any concert I’ve gone to have always left me super happy and excited to hear more…
Shared by Nixo
Portland Pride is a vibrant weekend festival and parade at Waterfront Park in July. Outside the official Pride festival, there are several small events throughout June and July, such as a trans pride march, a lesbian march, and a…
Shared by tangerineb0y
The Pumpkin Patch happens every year around the month of October for Halloween. Its kinda like a fair, it has games, rides, a petting zoo, and the most important part is the Pumpkin Picking. You pick a pumpkin to take home and…
Shared by evermvre
Ours is a close family unit: we have game nights, do Escape Room challenges, and are active with Scouts BSA. We also appreciate planes, trains,and automobiles, and attend the FAA Air Show, Midwest Automobile Museum, and the…
Shared by CatW
My hometown is a place where I’ve spent my entire life. It’s a vibrant city with a ton of great spots to hang out and have fun with friends. And let’s not forget about the amazing food! And listen to "Empire State of Mind" by…
Shared by Lixxy13
Chicago will always have my heart. For those who plan to visit this city- This city is less busy than NYC. The city views are absolutely gorgeous & there is a lot of food spots! I went on my 2nd solo trip here- one of the best…
Shared by Bbeliduh
I have really bad insomnia and napping helps me,but I have to do very specific task to help me fall asleep like the right temperature,I need background noise (I'll go crazy if not) And I'll have a video or a podcast sonic can…
Shared by Dxzai_org
Gulf of Mexico I’m close too, I love the beach and could not imagine not being close to water. The whole time in there I Cooley seashell’s. Iv seen grown and baby crabs, baby stingrays, (plz be carful), snails, and how pretty the…
Shared by Niccy83
In Chicago, IL (where I am originally from) hosts a HUGE Gay Pride Parade! I grew up going to it every year. It's an incredible way to have everyone celebrate, help educate people on inclusion, tolerance and the importance of…
Shared by Avalon5
My friends and I are always busy on Christmas, so we set aside time on winter solstice to spend with each other. We go for a hike in the redwoods and then go home to eat food, exchange presents, and look forward to shorter nights…
Shared by Ailanna
There are many beaches around the United States but this one shown below is my first time at a beach. Also, my first time somewhere that doesn’t border my state! It was very different for me! I can’t imagine what I would do in a…
Shared by InHarryWeTrust
i wouldn’t consider it cultural, but it gave me my love for stories and writing. my family is known for telling stories, real and fictional for entertainment. we have a lot of stories passed down through generations that we all…
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