Tag Archives: culture and heritage

An American Immigrant Memoir – My Ailing Champion

Posted on April 19, 2026 by moonbridgebooks

My Ailing Champion by Demetrius Koubourlis is not just an immigrant story focused on America as champion of freedom and educational opportunity but a great example of memoir writing. But is it a memoir or an autobiography? Like an autobiography, … Continue reading →

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Family Recipes and Sharing Food

Posted on December 21, 2025 by moonbridgebooks

I fixed a variation of “Friendship Stew” the other day for a friend, to encourage her to eat. She’s thin as it is and now struggling with a serious health issue. This “stew” is like a meat and vegetable soup, … Continue reading →

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Enjoying cultural festivals, especially of your own heritage

Posted on September 1, 2025 by moonbridgebooks

I enjoy the annual Japanese Festival at our botanical garden, always over Labor Day weekend. I join in the Obon dancing and light a lantern for my mom and family members to float on the lake at night – toro … Continue reading →

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