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To: bcoffey
FYI, (few examples of Kwanzaa cards:
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INSIDE: KWANZAA-Means 'first' in the East African language of Swahili. Kwanzaa is a unique American holiday that pays tribute to the rich cultural roots of Americans of African ancestry. It is based on the African agricultural celebration and collective principles which contribute to the unity and development of the African community. Kwanzaa is celebrated from December 26th to January 1st. NGUZO SABS THE SEVEN PRINCIPLES UMOJA UNITY KUJICHAGULIA SELF-DETERMINATION UJIMA COLLECTIVE WORK AND RESPONSIBILITY UJAMAA COOPERATIVE ECONOMICS NIA PURPOSE KUUMBA CREATIVITY IMANI FAITH Our heritage and traditions lie within our childern. Hope you have a joyous and meaningful Kwanzaa


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INSIDE: Happy Karamu!

BACK: CONTEMPORARY COLLECTION 'The Water Carriers' Julia Cairns About the Artist: For most of her adult life, Julia Cairns has heard the call of distant lands....For 10 years Cairns lived in the Okavango Delta,...


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INSIDE: Celebrate! Happy Karamu!

BACK: Jubilee, Painting by Julia Cairns

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FRONT: The Seven Principles of KWANZAA

INSIDE: One, the spirit of unity. Two, the passing of traditions. Three, reponsibility. Four, our collective work. Five, the theater of life. Six, the mind's eye. Seven, the inspiration of faith. You are a shining example. Happy Kwanzaa!

BACK: THE SEVEN PRICIPLES OF KWANZAA, UMOJA Unity December 26, KUJICHAGULIA Self-Determination December 27, UJIMA Responsibilty December 28, UJAMMA Corporation December 29, NIA Purpose December 30... SIDESTREET INC.

60 posted on 12/15/2003 12:31:08 PM PST by yankeedame ("Oh, I can take it but I'd much rather dish it out.")
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To: yankeedame
One thing I never understood is why they celebrate a harvest festival in December. I mean, we're talking about the time period around the winter solstice (northern hemisphere) or summer solstice (southern hemisphere), neither of which seems like an ideal time to harvest anything.
65 posted on 12/15/2003 1:04:17 PM PST by Alberta's Child (Alberta -- the TRUE North strong and free.)
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