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I just wanted to wish everyone here on Activerain a Happy Holiday and a wonderful New Year. I have been inspired by the recent Lexus commercials. I want to know what was the greatest Christmas gift that you have every received. I also want to know what the worst gift was.....I will start it off. ...
12/27/2008
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This information was taken from Wikipedia because sometimes they just can say it better. Bush's Pasture Park (90.5 acres) is a public park and botanical garden in Salem, Oregon, United States. It is also the site of the Asahel Bush House, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. The...
12/11/2008
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As we near the end of the year, it is nice to reflect back on a wonderful year in Salem, Oregon. I couldn't help but take a moment to celebrate all of Salem's great things. And so, with these thoughts, I've decided to share my Top 10 reasons why everyone should choose Salem for today and tomorrow...
12/05/2008
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The current building, constructed from 1936 to 1938, and expanded in 1977, is the third to house the Oregon state government in Salem. Two former capitol buildings were destroyed by fire, one in 1855 and the other in 1935. New York architects Trowbridge & Livingston conceived the current structur...
11/30/2008
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I just thought it would be good with Thanksgiving coming up to give people a chance to say what they are thankful for this year. I am thankful that after 40 years my father has been able to put his life back together since my mother passed away from cancer two months ago. I am also thankful for a...
11/21/2008
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Welcome to the State Capital of Oregon. On of the most attractive land marks in Salem is the Riverfront park. Riverfront Park is a 23 acre park located in downtown Salem by the Willamette River. Riverfront has an amphitheater, play equipment, a covered Pavilion and large grassy areas. This beauti...
11/20/2008