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Spoons

Posted on February 15, 2017 by joanneeddy

“When you are more fortunate than others, it is better to build a longer table than a taller fence.”  Author unknown Those of you who follow me know that my grandparents came from Poland. For anyone who has just happened … Continue reading →

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Mother of Exiles – An Old Immigrant Tale

Posted on November 17, 2015 by joanneeddy

Originally posted on joanneeddy's blog:
Looking north at JC and Statue of liberty (Photo credit: Wikipedia) On October 27, 1886, the Statue of Liberty was dedicated. On it’s base is a bronze plaque with this poem, of which only a…

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Mother of Exiles – An Old Immigrant Tale

Posted on November 2, 2014 by joanneeddy

On October 27, 1886, the Statue of Liberty was dedicated. On it’s base is a bronze plaque with this poem, of which only a few lines are now remembered…except in the hearts of all the immigrants who came through Ellis Island…or … Continue reading →

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