USA: In Louisiana, the original Mardi Gras still exists.
Every year in New Orleans, black carnivalists transform into “Mardi Gras Indians”. And in the countryside, drunken riders in feather costumes chase chickens. Als in the USA, traditions are still alive and astonishing. More here.
Searching for clues at birthplace of the black human rights activist
Malcolm X was a charismatic speaker and became known worldwide as one of the leaders of the black movement “Nation of Islam”. With his radical views, he was seen by many as an opponent of Martin Luther King, who advocated non-violence. More here.
Two female writers, a bank robbery and an adopted fox
The best thing about traveling is the people I meet along the way. At Flathead Lake in Montana, I met two remarkable women. Both are rooted in their Christian faith, write under a pen name and self-publish their books. Get to know Hannah and Sarah and their powerful stories – in real life as well as in their books. More here.
Guest post by Collin McMahon about the Magdeburg assassin
While the Islamist motives of the attacker in New Orleans on New Year’s Eve are clear, there is still speculation in Germany about the motives of the Magdeburg attacker. Interview with ex-Muslim activist Yasmine Mohammed. More here.
Canadian wild geese, childhood memories and a song
My favorite subject here on the north shore of Flathead Lake are the Canadian wild geese that gather here and in the surrounding fields. I love their calls. They inevitably bring back fond memories. More here.
The suspected Islamist terrorist attack in New Orleans overshadows the start of the new year.
Will people in the USA, as in Germany, soon think twice about going to outdoor festivities and entertainment districts? Let’s defy the terrorists with joie de vivre! In Woods Bay, Montana, people do this on New Year’s Day with the “Polar Bear Plunge” into the ice-cold water of Flathead Lake.
Flight over Flathead Lake and Christmas Stroll in Whitefish
I’m back where I was a year ago at the same time: in Montana. Just like then, I’m waiting for “real” snow. I have three things planned for this stay in Big Sky Country, the “land of the big sky”. And then there are all kinds of surprises along the way.. More here.
San Antonio, part 1: River Walk Parade 2024
“You have to see this! For me, it’s the prettiest place in North America,” a friend said to me. Parades are not really my thing, but I really like illuminations. So I made my way to downtown San Antonio for this year’s River Walk Parade – and I have no regrets. More here.
A visit to the Family Search Library in Salt Lake City
Have you always wanted to know who your ancestors were and where they came from? In the US state of Utah, the Family Search Library offers a unique opportunity to do just that. The world’s largest genealogical data collection is free to use. Also via home computer. More here.
In Alabama, a married couple has founded their own church.
What to do if you are not quite happy with the churches in your area? You simply found your own! At least when you live in the USA. Dolores and John Eads did just that – and now offer social work for children and adults in a slum. More here.