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America the Beautiful

I have a sweet memory related to the song, "America the Beautiful"... It is 1968, and I am standing with other fifth- and sixth-graders near the top of the risers at the front of our school’s auditorium. As I scan the audience, I know my mom, dad and brother are among the many family members … Continue reading America the Beautiful →

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