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SCROOGE AND A MAYAN CHRISTMAS

Posted on December 24, 2009 by Dave

When the Spanish conquered Guatemala in the 1500′s they overcame a series of independent highland tribes known as the Mayans. The conquered Mayans were allowed to speak their language, but their religion was banned and,in the inquisition style of Spain, … Continue reading →

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ALL SINGETH OF DISPIRITING THE HUMBUGS

Posted on December 22, 2009 by Dave

Bah! to the humbugs and the skeptics. To Santa, it is all about the voyage and not the destination. To the mere mortals,on a diet of hope and determination, its about reclaiming a piece of Paradise lost. A battle between … Continue reading →