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How Meeting NFL Legend Bobby Bell Inspired Me to Learn More About Black History

October 20, 2020 December 13, 2020 / Activities and Interests, History and Culture

As the descendant of German Americans who immigrated to the Midwest in the late 1800s, I have benefited from generations of hard work and their pursuit of the American dream. As the daughter of amazingly open-minded, progressive parents, I was raised to be “color blind.” Here’s why a chance encounter with legendary NFL linebacker Bobby …

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10 Cool Alpaca Facts

September 13, 2020 December 13, 2020 / Activities and Interests, Animal Encounters

Alpacas are long-necked, doe-eyed creatures that look like a camel mixed with a Goldendoodle. And yes, they are as adorable as that sounds! Native to the Andes Mountains of South America, here are 10 interesting alpaca facts I learned by visiting the Seven Stars Alpaca Ranch in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. This article was originally published …

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10 Fun Facts About Glass Sculpture Artist Dale Chihuly

September 1, 2020 December 13, 2020 / Activities and Interests, Art

Dale Chihuly is world renowned for incorporating his glass sculpture art into a variety of indoor and outdoor environments. He’s hung his unique chandelier sculptures over piazzas in Venice and floated colorful glass orbs in the garden fountains outside the Biltmore Estate. And his work can be found in more than 200 museums around the …

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10 Fascinating Sunflower Facts

August 12, 2020 December 13, 2020 / Great Outdoors

With their dark, seed-studded centers surrounded by a fringe of sunny yellow petals, sunflowers spread cheerful goodwill as they follow the sun across the sky. But did you know these 10 fascinating sunflower facts? To help offset the costs of running SilverSightseer.com, you’ll find affiliate links lightly sprinkled throughout the site. If you choose to make …

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12 Washington Monument Facts That Will Surprise You

April 29, 2020 December 13, 2020 / Monuments, United States, Washington DC

Closed for several years due to ongoing issues with its elevator, the Washington Monument reopened to the public in September 2019. Before you you ride the brand-new elevator to the pointed top for the best view in the nation’s capital, check out these surprising Washington Monument facts. This article was originally published at Everyday Wanderer on …

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