Author Archives: vanbraman

Four Score and Seven

Posted on November 19, 2019 by vanbraman

Today was the 156th anniversary of the Gettysburg Address. How many of you had to memorize the entire Gettysburg Address, or at least part of it? I still remember at least the first paragraph. Fourscore and seven years ago our … Continue reading →

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Late Thanksgiving

Posted on November 18, 2019 by vanbraman

Thanksgiving is very late in the month this year. It really seems that this week should be Thanksgiving since it is already the 18th.However, since the month of November started on a Friday, this pushes Thanksgiving back to the 28th. … Continue reading →

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