Franklin D. Roosevelt once said, "Those who have long enjoyed such privileges as we enjoy forget in time that men have died to win them." America has carried the distinct privilege of being the only nation in the world where freedom has reigned since our inception. For over 200 years, we have enjoyed freedom's sweet … Continue reading The Cost Of Freedom
Author: A. M. Watson
Will You Join Me In Carrying The Torch?
I've come to realize something about America today. We are a nation that has lost its sight. A nation that is so busy living for temporal things that we "don't have time" to look back on the past. We are consumed with making sure our lives are as comfortable as possible, but we never think … Continue reading Will You Join Me In Carrying The Torch?
Lincoln & His Confederate Relatives
Abraham Lincoln is heralded as the savior of the Union. Many would consider him to be the greatest president in the history of our nation. His Gettysburg Address is renowned for its place in history. He was the Commander-In-Chief of the Union army during the War Between the States. But did you know that Lincoln's … Continue reading Lincoln & His Confederate Relatives
How The Scottish Impacted America
April is Scottish American Heritage month. And as an American with a Scottish bloodline, I thought I would do something fun and share several ways the Scots have impacted America. So grab some shortbread, put on some Scottish music, curl up in your plaid tartan blanket, and dive into Scottish American heritage with me. Scottish … Continue reading How The Scottish Impacted America
The Midnight Riders of 1775
The battles for Concord and Lexington have become recognized as the starting point of the American War for Independence. "The shot heard round the world" is the way many would describe it. Of course it wasn't heard around the world literally. Rather, it was an event that echoed across the continents of the globe, shocking … Continue reading The Midnight Riders of 1775
5 Ways To Support Your Favorite Blogs
Maybe you love reading, and just found a blog that shares reviews of books you're interested in. Maybe the thrill of testing out your culinary skills has landed you on a blog all about cooking, and you absolutely love all they have to offer. Maybe you're a fashion enthusiast who just discovered the fashion blog … Continue reading 5 Ways To Support Your Favorite Blogs
Rationing in World War Two
Imagine having the money to purchase a pound of sugar from the store, but not being able to because you didn't have enough rationing stamps. That was everyday reality for Americans navigating the hardships of life on the Homefront of World War Two. The Second World War saw the largest militarization of America in history … Continue reading Rationing in World War Two
D-Day 80th Anniversary Special Announcement!
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the day that turned the tides of the Second World War. In honor and memory, I am excited to announce that Seeking The Timeless Anchor is hosting a week of D-Day commemorations. The kickoff will start on June 1st and continue right up to June 6th. I am … Continue reading D-Day 80th Anniversary Special Announcement!
To The Writer Battling A Season of Discouragement
If you fall into that category, welcome to the club. Life is seasons. Seasons have challenges. Challenges forge us to be better than we were before. For the writer, some seasons are filled with excitement and thrill over the story we are writing. Other seasons find us beaten down and discouraged, feeling like we will … Continue reading To The Writer Battling A Season of Discouragement
New Resurrection Sunday Designs!
Hello, everyone! Here we are in March already. Spring's first flowers are peaking through the ground where I'm at. I'm bracing to see if we get another snowstorm that freezes them out. But for now, I am enjoying getting to see them grow a little each day. I don't know if it snuck up on … Continue reading New Resurrection Sunday Designs!
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