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Anna Barren
What World War II Vet Taught His Granddaughter About the True Price of Freedom
A writer remembers what her grandfather, a World War II veteran, taught her about the meaning of freedom.
Mar 14, 2024
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Anna Barren
Mar 14
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Debra Amundson
The Best Christmas Gift a Mother Could Give
A writer’s memory of her mother’s generosity during a stormy Christmas Eve remains indelible.
Dec 01, 2023
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Debra Amundson
Dec 01
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Eric Lucas
How an Immigrant From a Village in Italy Surpassed All Odds To Become Mayor of New York City in 1950
A writer remembers his great-uncle, who came a family of shoe cobblers in the Italian countryside and eventually became New York City mayor.
Nov 15, 2023
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Eric Lucas
Nov 15
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American Essence
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Armand Aguirre
Defense Engineer Finds Unique Way to Honor His Father’s World War II Bravery
A reader shares about a unique opportunity he had to honor his father, who served in the Marines during World War II.
Oct 03, 2023
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Armand Aguirre
Oct 03
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American Essence
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Patricia Dobbs Carman
Reader Honors Uncle With Down Syndrome, Who Had Faith and Compassion in Spades
Remembering the compassion and strength displayed by a loved one with Down syndrome.
Sep 04, 2023
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Patricia Dobbs Carman
Sep 04
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American Essence
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Tammy Isabell
Honoring My Great-Grandmother’s Noble Wisdom
Aug 02, 2023
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Tammy Isabell
Aug 02
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American Essence
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Karen Brazas
Paying Tribute to Mother-In-Law’s Boundless Love
Jul 25, 2023
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Karen Brazas
Jul 25
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American Essence
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John J. Monteleone
An Orphan Boy Unlocks What Baseball Can Teach Us About Hardships and Life
Jun 12, 2023
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John J. Monteleone
Jun 12
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American Essence
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Shellie Rushing Tomlinson
Typewriter Magic: How Grandma’s Special Gift Inspired a Lifetime of Dreams
May 14, 2023
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Shellie Rushing Tomlinson
May 14
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