*** Quoting Maxim Apanovich from a message to Carol Shenkenberger ***

MA> I think, we have gathered almost hte whole world here.

Good piece of it anyways!

MA> In Belarus we also have lots of interesting traditions and customs. Th
MA> might be not o popular and well-known in the world, but enjoy having t

Thats ok!  Lots of places have a similar fest for the 'Thanksgiving'.  It's
¨pretty much a Fall harvest meal held somewhat before Xmas when travel in
the ¨more northerly areas is easier.  In Canada, they have one too, held in
October.

                                       xxcarol

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