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.

The Zipper
Event

The Zipper

you can never see many stars in my city due to light pollution but when they carnival is in town all their pretty lights make you forget about it.

Shared by braindead_bunny
Going to the park
Activity

Going to the park

It’s just something beautiful to enjoy and experience with other people that like to garden‍ just take a walk enjoy nature while feeling relaxed.

Shared by Oceanbutterfly
Place

Mexico

I have visited mexico many times during my whole life. I have gone less than 2 weeks or a whole month. I been to two states and in love with them.

Shared by Cupcake041106
Dia De Los Muertos
Tradition

Dia De Los Muertos

A latin american holiday to reflect on our lost loved ones and celebrate their lives, It’s a joyous, colorful celebration of both life and death.

Shared by spoiledmilk_
Rabbit hash
Place

Rabbit hash

I use to visit when I was little and they have a mayor that’s a dog! It’s the definition of a southern town. The newest mayor is a French bulldog.

Shared by Snail_mail3
Movie Night Concert '24!!
Event

Movie Night Concert '24!!

My favorite concert of the year (Along with the winter one) We learn music from a movie or a show and play while the movie is playing on a screen

Shared by Cami17
halloween
Everyday life

halloween

halloween is my favorite holiday, i look forward to it all year and nightmare before christmas is my obsession i love it so dearly all year long.

Shared by sqsartist045
Historical Buildings
Place

Historical Buildings

The town i live in is a historical town! There are many old buildings and statues from the civil war when Kingston was the capitol before Albany.

Shared by kanaestar
Sunset Rock viewpoint
Place

Sunset Rock viewpoint

The mountains in Tennessee are beautiful, and one of my favorite spots is sunset rock, you can go hiking or just come to see the beautiful view.

Shared by Kawaiikitty7
Idaho Sunset
Place

Idaho Sunset

Just a lovely picture of a sunset that I took from my backyard in Idaho. I loved all the colors, it was a gorgeous thing to experience in person.

Shared by ColdB0nez
Movie Theater
Place

Movie Theater

Going to a movie theater I would say is a classic staple of American activity. For over 100 years they have been a place of communal experience.

Shared by DRC00LBEANS
I enjoy Art
Activity

I enjoy Art

I enjoy painting, drawing, and crafts of all sorts. I find that emerging myself in art allows me to express myself in ways words simply can not.

Shared by Shalisha
Hiking Trip
Activity

Hiking Trip

Hiking with friends along really rocky areas. It was during summer camp, one of the last ones before my friends moved on to college a year later.

Shared by PlantFairy
Friday night lights
Event

Friday night lights

Going to Football (American) Games!! Our school does themes for every home football game so we all dress the theme and support the football team!

Shared by kk04
Donation-based hot yoga class
Activity

Donation-based hot yoga class

My city has community hot yoga classes that are free and supported by donations. The yoga studio is heated to 95 degrees fahrenheit (35 celsius).

Shared by Kestrel13
Twenty One Pilots Concert
Event

Twenty One Pilots Concert

I’ve seen Twenty One Pilots in concert quite a few times and they are always the best live. Their performance is incredible each and every time.

Shared by Kris239
Place

Dolly Sods

I would love to describe it as it once was, but it has been discovered. It was once my go to place for serenity, but it still remains in my soul.

Shared by Holysocks
New Dog!!!!!!
Family life

New Dog!!!!!!

My family just got a new puppy and are soooo excited about him. He is only about 2 months old and is so lovable. I wish I could have him forever!

Shared by leo lil
Why I love Winter
Activity

Why I love Winter

Iceskating, ice fishing, hot chocolate, sweaters, fresh cold air on my face, white-outs, skiing, Christmas, holiday tunes. So much fun in winter!

Shared by luna21
Meet Nikkers!
Activity

Meet Nikkers!

Nikkers is my lease horse! He is my best friend on my good days and bad. I’m learning to ride again after an injury and he makes it all worth it!

Shared by penpalmikey
Green and clean
Place

Green and clean

Where I live is very beautiful. Green and clean, lots of fresh air and you can smell the plants and the saltwater in the air. It’s quite serene.

Shared by Cuauhtliztac
Social Dance
Faith

Social Dance

The village gathers together and dances after weeks of practice. Family and friends also come to watch. Very colorful and takes a lot of energy!

Shared by Sonwaysi
Pop Culture Art
Everyday life

Pop Culture Art

The art is based on festival called Coachella. Fan-made art and parodies are a keepsake reminder to have a voice, even if you aren’t the artist.

Shared by clater
Junk journaling
Everyday life

Junk journaling

Junk journaling is a fun way to be creative. It's like scrapbooking and I can just put on music and create something to relax. It's a fun hobby!

Shared by Honeynotes
loki, my cat
Everyday life

loki, my cat

loki is my fur baby. she lost her eye to an infection and we rescued her on her first day out after surgery. she holds a large space in my heart

Shared by dahlia0
Nature times
Activity

Nature times

I am someone who loves being cozy inside but when I go outside whether that be walks, swimming, or just talking with friends I feel such peace.

Shared by dancingintherainyay
Lost World
Place

Lost World

This is known as the Lost World - Mt Roraima -it borders three countries: Guyana, Venezuela and Brazil. The eco system on this tepui is amazing.

Shared by Zahav

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