Monday is Presidents Day! Initially Presidents Day was only celebrated as George Washington's birthday. Later it was changed to Presidents Day. In honor of the original holiday though, here are a few things you may not know about him. 1. He Was America's First Mule Breeder George Washington had a love for animals of all … Continue reading 3 Facts You May Not Know About George Washington
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Audie Murphy: Heroes From History Spotlight
It has been a bit since I have done a spotlight on one of history's great heroes. As I was pondering who would be the next person I would do it on, I realized that today marks the 79th anniversary of Audie Murphy's heroic actions during the Second World War. Born into a large family, … Continue reading Audie Murphy: Heroes From History Spotlight
Common Sense For Today
Some of you may have noticed the absence of a post last week. This was due to me having caught the Influenza A bug that has been going around, and being sick enough that a blog post just wasn't going to happen. But I'm back this week with pep and vigor! On January 10, 1776, … Continue reading Common Sense For Today
The Angel of Bastogne
From the pages of WWII we could pull hundreds of incredible Christmas stories. Stories of how the desire for peace won over the hatred of the enemy. Stories of homesick soldiers finding ways to celebrate Christmas in spite of their circumstances and surroundings. But then there are stories of endless sacrifice in the most dire … Continue reading The Angel of Bastogne
White Christmas// History of the Song
December 24th, 1944. You're a thousand miles from home, huddled in a foxhole. Waiting, in the frigid cold with your platoon, for the next battle to erupt. Though you're only nineteen years old, you've already seen more death than most people will ever see in their entire lives. A few months earlier, at Normandy, you … Continue reading White Christmas// History of the Song
Thank You, Veterans!
It's Veterans Day—one of my favorite days of the year. (Okay, let's be real here. Every patriotic day falls into that category for me.) Through the years, I have had the privilege of knowing many of America's Veterans, including many in my family. They are people that I look up to and respect for their … Continue reading Thank You, Veterans!
10 Quotes That Would Make Anyone Wish They Were American
I love a good quote. I mean, who doesn't? Especially when it's incredibly witty and sarcastic. A good quote has the ability to inspire and encourage. When I am needing encouragement to keep fighting a battle that I face, that's what I look for. First and foremost, of course, I find encouragement from the Holy … Continue reading 10 Quotes That Would Make Anyone Wish They Were American
A Revolutionary Miracle// Miracles In American History
It has been a hot second since I have done a "Miracle In History" post here on the blog. No, I haven't exhausted the incredible workings of The Timeless Anchor throughout history's pages. So don't go getting any crazy ideas. I'll be fan-girling history's greatest miracles for as long as I live. Which is why … Continue reading A Revolutionary Miracle// Miracles In American History
Was The Confederacy Racist?
This is a question that will stir up an entire hornet's nest of issues if you ask most people today. Americans are taught from the time they are in school that the Confederacy was a racist monster that had to be destroyed. The Union is hailed as having been a champion of equality and freedom. … Continue reading Was The Confederacy Racist?
Talking Patriotic Coffee + A Special Gift For You
(Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. This means that, as a brand ambassador, I receive a small commission if you purchase something through my link. This comes with no additional charge or cost to you. I only recommend products I would use myself, and all thoughts and opinions are my own.) I know I can't … Continue reading Talking Patriotic Coffee + A Special Gift For You
Seeking The Timeless Anchor 