July 2010

July 7th, 2010
Written by Randi McCreary in The Welcoming Table with 0 Comments
Akutaq
Many would argue that the best dishes are those prepared with love and simplicity. These same principals are a reflection of the historic culture and humble way of life practiced by the Inuit. A beautiful people that truly embrace the practicality of living off the land; the Inuit have a history of relying on regional plant and animal life to flourish and prosper.Traditional culinary practices...
July 6th, 2010
Written by Holly Beretto in Travels' Tapestry with 0 Comments
Hula dancers in grass skirts
Known for its long stretches of golden and white sand beaches, drenched in sunshine and alive with swaying palms, Hawaii is a natural destination when you want to get away from it all. The Aloha State's rep as a party paradise belies the spirit that runs through this island destination. "Aloha" is more than a greeting in Hawaii, it's the very essence of combining past and present, life and love,...
July 5th, 2010
Written by Danielle Douglas in Cover Stories with 0 Comments
Small model of a house made with U.S. currency
Accumulation of wealth prevented for generations of African-Americans:“Legalized discrimination – where blacks were prevented, often through violence, from owning property, or loans were not granted to African-American business owners, or black homeowners could not access FHA mortgages, or blacks were excluded from unions, the police force, or fire departments – meant that black families could...
July 1st, 2010
Written by Janice S. Ellis... in Publisher's Note with 0 Comments
illustration of U.S. flag shaped as an exploding firework
Beyond the fireworks, picnics, and parades that are blanketing the landscape this Fourth of July weekend, we might do well to revisit the principles and privileges outlined in the Declaration of Independence and examine their fullest meaning in our daily lives. Not to do so is to fail to take advantage of the opportunities that come with being an American. As hokey as it might sound to some, it...

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