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Barb and Bob, Ted and Lola

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In honor of Women's History Month and each of the brave, generous, tenacious women described:  Barb and Bob, Ted and Lola: Loss, war, love and enduring friendship .   The story begins at the meeting place: 4711 Meridian Avenue, Seattle .  4711 Meridian Avenue, Seattle, Courtesy of Google Maps Four families and a l egacy of connection What seems like chance—the convergence of four young lives in one small house in Seattle—created bonds that would last lifetimes. The story of Bob and Barb, Ted and Lola reminds us how seemingly random moments can shape generations, including the author's very existence. The Meeting Place: 4711 Meridian  The story begins in a modest house in Seattle, owned by Mary Shutt, a woman who had already weathered more than her share of grief. Living with her was her daughter Barbara Jean, known to everyone as "Barb," a bright Lincoln High student with her whole life ahead of her. The Foundation: Mary's Journey Mary Reese was born in Indiana i...

American Spirit

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4th Of July Fireworks Vectors by Vecteezy It's celebration time--time for picnics and water sports, hotdogs and watermelon. And after a day of fun and food we top it off with firework shows for a spectacular finish. Through it all one important factor that we celebrate is our American Spirit. One article that inspired this blog is called  The American Spirit: What Does It Mean? It is full of inspiring quotes and examples of the American Spirit.  Canada Day was Saturday, July 1, and the US will celebrate Independence Day July 4. Our countries are great friends now, but at one point, the US invaded Canada! Some of my distant relatives were part of the militia protecting their homes in Upper Canada, as Ontario was known in 1812. Canada is part of the American continent, and is part of the American Spirit we want to discuss today. - Valorie Our history is full of examples of former enemies uniting in friendship and amity, by focusing on shared values. When we declared independenc...

Thank You!

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  Thank You Note Vectors by Vecteezy In celebration of this period of gratitude, here are some thoughts from your SKCGS Board members.  May you all find peace and joy this season! Background Vectors by Vecteezy Background Vectors by Vecteezy Background Vectors by Vecteezy Background Vectors by Vecteezy Background Vectors by Vecteezy Background Vectors by Vecteezy Background Vectors by Vecteezy