Rasma Raisters
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My passions are writing and creating poetry. I write for several sites online and have four themed blogs on Wordpress. Please follow me on Twitter.
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Touring Pennsylvania
In Lancaster, there are historic buildings and monuments. Visitors enjoy learning about the Amish culture and lifestyle by taking tours of the Amish Farm and House. Amish House is a historic 1805 farmhouse that was once occupied by an Amish family. You’ll learn about the history, customs, clothing, and culture as you see the rooms in the house.
By Rasma Raistersabout a year ago in Wander
Hinky Dinky Parlez Vous
No I am not speaking some strange language. I just got to thinking about what people enjoyed listening to before rock and roll came along and through two World Wars. Oh yes, as horrible and as frightening as it might seem there were plenty of songs and a lot of music to like but there was no rock and roll. However people did survive and they also danced and enjoyed themselves.
By Rasma Raistersabout a year ago in Beat
Have a Rolling Good Dinner
Europe Norway Kjottboller are traditional Norwegian meatballs. They’re prepared with minced beef, eggs, onions, oats, and cornstarch. The meatballs are seasoned with nutmeg and ginger, Then they’re pan-fried and eaten with a creamy sauce or thick gravy.
By Rasma Raistersabout a year ago in Feast
Famous American Paintings
Nighthawks Edward Hopper American artist Edward Hopper created this artwork which became one of the best-recognized artworks in American history. The artist got inspired by a real place and painted the glass window of the diner larger than it actually was. The diner located in Greenwich Village in Manhattan, New York City has since been demolished.
By Rasma Raistersabout a year ago in Art
US State Capital History Tennessee, Texas, and Utah
Athens of the South Nashville was chartered as a city in 1806. It developed as a river trading depot and manufacturing site for middle Tennessee. The city's commercial importance was enhanced by the coming of the railroads in the 1850s. In February of 1862 Nashville was occupied by Union Troop and the last major battle during the Amercian Civil War took place outside of the city.
By Rasma Raistersabout a year ago in History
European Animals Spain
Wildlife of Spain The European country of Spain shares a land border to the west with Portugal and to the north with France. The country has diverse climates, waterfalls, and unusual wildlife. Spain consists of the mainland, the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea, and the Canary Islands off the coast of North Africa.
By Rasma Raistersabout a year ago in Earth
Historic Philadelphia
Philadelphia is the largest city in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania and is known for its rich history. Liberty Bell Pavilion in the U.S. the liberty bell is a symbol of freedom and independence. In the late 19th century this bell went on a tour around the country to inspire a sense of freedom and conquer divisions left by the Civil War. In 1915 the tour was completed in Philadelphia and the liberty bell remained on display. Today it has a prominent home in a pavilion that offers exhibits and videos about its history.
By Rasma Raistersabout a year ago in Wander
Sing and Be Joyful at Christmas
“Angels We Have Heard on High” is a Christmas carol with the tune of the hymn “Gloria”. This comes from a traditional French song of unknown origin “Les Angles dans nos campagnes”. English lyrics were written by James Chadwick. The song tells of the Birth of Jesus as it is narrated in the Bible according to the Gospel of Luke. Among the most popular song versions is by American singer and actor Josh Groban.
By Rasma Raistersabout a year ago in Beat
Cafes on Canvas
Café Terrace at Night Vincent van Gogh Dutch post-Impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh created this oil-on-canvas painting in 1888. It was painted in Arles, France where the artist set up his canvas on the north-eastern corner of the Place du Forum. From there he could see the artificially lighted patio of the popular coffee shop. In the painting, you can see the darkness of the Rue de Palais and the tower of a former church which is today the Musee Lapidaire. The painting can be seen at the Kroller-Muller Museum in Otterlo, The Netherlands.
By Rasma Raistersabout a year ago in Art
The Joy of a Christmas Tree
Christmas has been and always will be one of the most cherished and favored holidays. One of my favorite songs is “O, Christmas Tree”. Back in the 700s, there was a monk called Saint Boniface who wanted to let people know that oak trees were neither sacred nor magical. He wanted everyone to understand that it was Christ or the creator of the trees himself that we needed to worship and not the trees.
By Rasma Raistersabout a year ago in History
