blast from the past



Snow Angel Making 101

A fresh layer of snow brings endless possibilities: sledding, snowmen, snowball fights (not at IMSA though!), and best of all, snow angels. For the past 17 years, I’ve made over…


Kwanzaa: A Remembrance of African Heritage

Kwanzaa, a nonreligious wintertime holiday, began in the tumultuous late 20th century. It is dedicated to unifying African Americans under their shared roots and has cultivated a large following within…


Christmas: From Nativity to Tree

According to the Pew Research Center, 90% of Americans celebrate Christmas. This well-known holiday derives its name from “Christ’s mass” and is a celebration of Jesus Christ’s, the Savior and…