During the fall, it starts to get chilly so we start wearing sweatshirts and coats,…
September 22 marked the first day of the season of pumpkin spice, commonly known as fall. To many white girls around the country, this is the best time of year, because during this time, society has once again deemed sweaters, pumpkin spice beverages, and unnecessary photos and decorations socially acceptable. Personally, although I do enjoy wearing cozy sweaters, the other common “joys” of fall disgust me. Basically, I find New England’s reaction to fall quite Katastrophic.…
It is warmer in the summer than in the winter in Ohio. When it is summer in Ohio the sun is at its furthest north point and when the sun is at its most southern point it is winter in Ohio. In summer the Earth is inclined toward the sun and sunlight shines almost straight down. The noon summer sun is higher in the sky and the winter sun is lower as it casts longer winter shadows. The summer sun rises in the northwest and sets in the same direction. Thus, the sun spends more than 12 hours in the sky during the summer which is why it is warmer in the summer in Ohio. The sun is almost completely direct on the northern latitudes during the summer in Ohio causing warmer temperatures. Many people believe that the temperature changes between summer…
Halloween, a day of dressing in costumes, going door to door collecting candy and other treats. Watching scary movies going to “haunted” houses and traditional activities in fall such as hayrides, and even “haunted” hayrides. (True History of Halloween, 2008)…
The autumn weather in November feels great. All colors of leaves falling on the ground, the brightness and warmth of the sun. Yet, there is still a feeling coolness in the November air. I love all the different changes of the weather that come with Thanksgiving. It is great to still be able to enjoy the outdoors before it becomes too cold. Feeling this weather at any time takes me back to holiday…
Although living in Florida all my life and never witnessing snow before, I traveled to many other states and countries, experiencing their environment and cultures. Yet, I traveled to all those places during the summer, which limited me to only understanding temperatures above 50 degrees Fahrenheit.…
Every year the seasons change. Every year October comes and goes. Beginning with the Celt’s celebrating the end of the year with past spirits, the Romans celebrating the goddess of orchards, Pomona, to the Christians celebrating Saints day, Halloween is a diverse deathly day. All Hallows Eve, The Vigil of Samhain, and Feast of Pomona are the ancient names for the calendar day of October 31st, the day currently known as Halloween throughout most of the world. Whether a person practices religion or not, Halloween exists in some form; furthermore, it may be loved or may be feared either way Halloween has occurred for centuries and it will continue to occur throughout societies around the world.…
Halloween is celebrated on the October 31.We celebrated because back in the 1800’s there were immigrants themselves wore starting to can to the United States.Since they are from Ireland and the people started their tradition in the USA.we celebrated by eating great meals and dressing in costumes.…
Although summer and winter both occur when the Earth is titled toward the sun, there are very different seasons. The first and most obvious difference between summer and winter is the weather. During the summertime the days are warm and sunny. Temperatures range from 70° and above with a slight breeze, making it enjoyable to be outside. Toward the end of summer people tend to worry about hurricanes and tornadoes. On the other hand, winter days are cold and dark. There is a constant freezing chill making temperatures drop below zero. Normally there are worries about serious snow storms and blizzards. Another noticeable difference between summer and winter consist of the types of activities people participate in during the two seasons. Summer activities tend to involve being outdoors. For example people enjoy trips to the beach, family cookouts, swimming and even long walks. The sounds of kids riding their bikes and fireworks crackling can be heard throughout the days. However, in the winter people occasionally enjoy outdoors activities like sledding, ice skating and snowboarding. Generally during the winter though, people spend most of their time participating in indoor activities like watching movies, readings books, and baking sweets. For the reason that climates are drastically different during the summer and winter, these is also a huge difference in the way a person is dressed. During the summer people dress lightly, wearing simple t-shirts, shorts, flip-flops, and bathing suits. Hats are typically worn to keep the sun out of people's faces. Since the temperatures are high there is no need for any extra clothing or layering. Unlike while in the winter time multiple layers are worn to keep warm. People dress in heavy sweaters, long pants, thick coats, and boots. Hats are also worn during the winter, but not to block the sun but instead to keep the heat in. Last but…
Every Thanksgiving, my family gets up early to drive down to New York, where we meet with aunts, uncles, cousins, and my Grandmother. Over the course of the day, delicious smells materialize as heaping mashed potatoes, green beans sautéed with onions and turkey bacon, and sweet potato casserole topped with bubbling marshmallow join the turkey on the serving table as I breathlessly await the early dinner.…
Over the break i had a thanksgiving hockey tournament in hershey. Me and my friends on my hockey team had a lot of fun playing hockey and hanging in the hotel. We had 2 hockey games, on friday and 1 on saturday. We all played pretty good an went 2-1 in the tournament. but if you ask me it was because we just ate a big dinner before that on thursday. We all had a pretty good thanksgiving. On my thanksgiving we played games and we all made food to bring to my grandmoms. While i was eating i think my turkey an cranberry sauce made an alliance because they were so good together. Before we ate I watched my grandmother sodden the turkey, then she put it in the oven an let it cook. She then went out to water her plants while realizing the were…
Tradition is something I have seen die out through my life. As I have gotten older, traditions have become less important. I believe this is one of the biggest problems in our society today, and I think this has direct correlation with our weakening morals. The most important tradition still in my life is probably Thanksgiving dinner. Every year Thanksgiving is held at my grandparent's house and we eat the same food every time. The same family members are always there and there are always beautiful decorations placed around the house. This tradition fits Glassie's definition because this is a part of history for my family and I, and how we celebrate Thanksgiving now shapes how we will celebrate is in the future. Our family's culture is shaped…
Close to $7 billion dollars is what consumers spent on Halloween costumes, candy, and decorations in 2011. When the temperature starts to drop, the leaves turn different colors and the sun sets earlier little by little each day, fall is the perfect season to celebrate Halloween. Millions of children dress up and go to strangers doors begging for candy. Have you ever wondered where this strange and unique tradition originated from? -- The three most important points of Halloween can be summed up by looking at its origins, how it came to include jack-o-lanterns and bobbing for apples, and how it is celebrated today with trick-or-treating and haunted houses.…
It was another week of record lows across the state, mornings were brutal with harsh winds, numbing your toes and fingertips. Many schools were deciding to close up for the rest of the week. As soon as Friday arrived, the weather became mild at peace, and winter chill advisories soon dissipated.…
Winter is the opposite of summer; the coldest temperature of all four seasons. It usually occurs during the months of December, January and February. Winter is normally a time for celebrating holidays such as Christmas and it also brings in the New Year. One can expect to see people wearing the usual hats, scarves, North Faces, boots and gloves. I spend my winters listening to outside’s quiet stillness from snow being on the ground. Snow plows are heard every morning and night, while heat is constantly flowing throughout the house. I love the feeling of cool breezed and wind pushed against you as you feel the snow crunching beneath your feet. Winter is popular for the taste of hot cocoa and holiday food as well as the smell of smoke from a fire place or woodstove.…