June Celebrations

What do candy, yo-yo’s, and Fathers have in common? They are all June celebrations.  Yep, thats right June is National Candy Month, June 6th is National Yo-Yo Day, and of course we all know that Father’s Day is also this time of year. So, why is any of...

Bonfire Fun!! (April 2009)

It has been quite chilly during our month in Ukraine.  Sometimes the sun would grace us with its shining presence, but typically we had to chat around the stove or snuggle deep into our sleeping bags.  Most every night, we were blessed with a bonfire that provided...

June 6th: National Yo-Yo Day

The Yo-Yo has been around for over 2500 years and is considered the second oldest toy in the world! Bet you are wondering why I am telling you about the Yo-Yo? Today is National Yo-Yo Day! And I believe that we can change the world by playing with yo-yo’s. Hmmm....