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1. August 14th - Japan surrenders 2. August 15th - Surrender announced to the world 3. September 2 - Ceremony and formal signing of surrender VJ Day marks the end of WWII, and the cessation of fighting against Japan. It is called "Victory In Japan Day" or "Victory Over Japan Day". The confusion over three dates: There is some confusion over what date is V-J Day. You can consider any or all of three dates as V-J Day. President Harry S. Truman caused some of this confusion. On August 14, 1945, the Japanese government cabled to the U.S. their surrender. This is the date of most modern observances. On August 15, 1945, news of the surrender was announced to the world. This sparked spontaneous celebrations over the final ending of World War II. On September 2, 1945, a formal surrender ceremony was held in Tokyo Bay aboard the USS Missouri. At the time, President Truman declared September 2 to be VJ Day. Regardless of which day you view as VJ Day, World War II was finally over. The war in the Pacific was hard fought and bloody. The tide had definitely turned, and the U.S. Military was fighting island by island towards Japan. Resistance was fierce. Casualties on both sides were high. The U.S. had developed the atomic bomb. The U.S. government was anxious to end the war, and stop the loss of American lives. On August 6th, 1945, the United States military dropped an atomic bomb over the city of Hiroshima, Japan in an effort to force Japan into an immediate, unconditional surrender. Instead of immediately surrendering, the Japanese government debated what to do. Therefore, the U.S. dropped a second atomic bomb on August 9, 1945 over the city of Nagasaki, Japan. On August 14, 1945, Japanese Emperor Hirohito cabled the U.S. to surrender, and agreed to the terms of the Potsdam Declaration. On August 15, 1945, news of the surrender was announced to the world. World War II was finally over. Hostilities ended. On September 2, 1945, the Japanese formally surrendered aboard the U.S. battleship USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay. President Truman declared this to be V-J Day. The battleship USS Missouri was chosen for the formal surrender ceremony, as she was named after President Truman's home state.
WARNING: Heads will roll! National Beheading Day is today. Hold onto your hat and, make certain to keep your head screwed on tight. Every once in a while, we happen upon a special day that has no apparent rhyme or reasoning. We can't imagine why someone would create this day as it defies logic, but National Beheading Day is very prolific on the net. Therefore, therefore, it warrants a few (very few) words. Throughout history, beheadings have occurred. The list is long, including commoners and Kings. The most notable king to be beheaded was Charles I of England in 1645. While this is a big day, don't go crazy and lose your head. In addition to protecting your neck, we suggest you spend this day reading about famous beheadings. We have absolutely no doubt that today IS NOT a National Day. If Congress or the President had declared this a National day, the American public would have their heads.
Fight Procrastination Day is today. It's a day to get things done, a call to action. To many people, procrastination is a way of life. The more difficult the action or decision, the easier it is to join the league of procrastinators. As a procrastinator, you are in very good company. You can even become a card carrying member of a Procrastinator's club. Today is a day to fight procrastination. Make a decision. Take action. Do it now. Do it today. It may be hard to do. But, you will be glad you did. Now, all you have to do is stop procrastinating and decide to fight procrastination...today! Quote for today: "Never put of until tomorrow, what you can do today!" ... Mark Twain Have a very happy Fight Procrastination Day. Procrastinators Test
called the "Workingman's Holiday". The holiday is dedicated to you in respect and appreciation for the work that you do in or outside of the home, union or non-union, big company, small companies, or government. As long as you work somewhere at something, this holiday is for you! The first Labor Day was held celebrated in New York City on September 5, 1882 and was started by the Central Labor Union in New York City. In 1884, it was moved to the first Monday in September where it is celebrated today. Labor Day quickly became popular and one State after another voted it as a holiday. On June 28, 1894, the U.S. congress voted it a national holiday. Labor Day is also viewed as the official end of summer. While the Fall Equinox is still a couple of weeks away, kids go back to school and summer vacations are over. Therefore, this marks the end of the season. Many people celebrate this weekend with one last picnic. It is also the date that many people close up the pool, and put away the boats. Was it McGuire or Maguire? Either Peter McGuire or Matthew Maguire is the Creator of Labor Day. Peter J. McGuire, was an active labor organizer. He was also general secretary of the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and a co-founder of the American Federation of Labor. He was believed to be the first to suggest a day be dedicated to American workers and their accomplishments. Matthew Maguire however, was secretary of the Central Labor Union in New York in 1882 and many believed that he proposed the holiday in 1882. Additional Links:
book. Cozy up on a chair, indoors or out. It doesn't matter where you read that book, as long as you can do so in a comfortable manner. If you doze off along the way, we won't tell anyone. Reading is a great lifetime hobby. It offers so many positive attributes. It's relaxing and therapeutic. It's educational. It's entertaining and a whole lot of other good things, too. If you have young children or elderly people in your home, take time to read a book to them today. It is a wonderful time to bond with them and it creates pleasant, lasting memories.
New York Post Office building on this day in 1914. This following inscription was inscribed on the building: "Neither snow nor rain not heat nor gloom of night, stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds." Here is the second misconception: Many people assume the inscription represents the Post Office motto. This assumption is incorrect, but is very close to the old Pony Express rider's motto, which leads to a third misconception. The Pony Express was not a government-funded predecessor to today's Post Office. The Pony Express was a courier and message delivery service. However, it was privately owned and funded. We hope you use Neither Rain Nor Snow Day to show your appreciation to your postal delivery people, especially those who walk their routes.
Organization (UNESCO), established International Literacy Day as an annual event. The first celebration was on September 8, 1965. International Literacy Day celebrates and promotes literacy all over the world. The day was created by the United Nations. It is promoted by the UN's UNESCO. According to their website: "The aim is to highlight the importance of literacy to individuals, communities and societies." Literacy is a global issue, and hence the UN takes an active role in promoting it. They recognize and celebrate that billions of people are literate, but go further to promote literacy, and to seek improved literacy rates in every country of the world. For more information, see the United Nations UNESCO page on International Literacy Day. If you are reading this, then you can and should celebrate International Literacy Day.
The roots of this day go back to September 8, 1974. On this day, newly installed President Gerald Ford issued a Presidential Proclamation pardoning President Richard M. Nixon of any wrong doing related to the Watergate scandal. Today is also a day to say "Pardon Me", or Excuse Me" as appropriate. In today's busy society, too many people race about their lives, forgetting the small courtesies in life. Among the easiest things to let slip by, is etiquette. Use Pardon Day to reaffirm your manners. Say, "Pardon Me" or "Excuse Me" as appropriate. People will like you more and your mom will be so proud! You can also use this day to seek pardon or forgiveness for mistakes and grievances you have committed. Take the opportunity to clean the slate and start anew.
As we become adults, some of us find it difficult to give up our teddy bears. We feel there is no reason to give him up. Some adults have their teddy bears around all their lives. Its perfectly normal. During the early 1900s, President Theodore Roosevelt was in office as President of the United States. He was a hunter. While hunting in Mississippi in 1902, he refused to shoot a small bear. The Washington Post picked up on this story, and made a cartoon of the event. Toy storeowners, Morris and Rose Michtom, wrote to President Roosevelt for permission to call their stuffed animals "Teddy Bears". Teddy bears became wildly popular. Their company went on to become the Ideal Toy Company, one of the largest toy companies in the world.
good thing, too. Putting the two together should produce a real winner of a day! As you fully participate in this day, we think you will get plenty of good ideas to put to use in your everyday life. Some will be so good, that you will want to pass them along, or swap them to others.
lie in it. Here's a suggestion for those of you who faithfully make your bed every day of the year. Take a break. Rename today to be "Don't Make your Bed Day!"
Turn off all news broadcasts because today is No News Is Good News Day. We all could use a little good news. No Radio broadcasts. No Television newscasts and heaven forbid avoid the newspaper at all costs. Your local fish wrapper is always filled with bad news. The news media thrives on bad news. Take a day off from all the bad news.
time to celebrate those special people who are always there with a hug, a kiss, a cookie, something special, or take us somewhere. National Grandparent's Day originated in 1978. Then President Jimmy Carter declared it to be the first Sunday after Labor Day. If you can, enjoy the day with them. That is the greatest gift they can receive from you. If you can't see them, call them and when you call, make sure you have the time for a long conversation. Remember that grandparents will always ask about you first and listen intently to everything you have to say. They are never rushed or in a hurry. They are there just for you. Links:
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superstitious beliefs that you have been living with most, or all your life. Did you note that Defy Superstition Day is celebrated on the 13th? It was established on this day for a reason. Many people have a long list of superstitions. Tops on the list, are the unlucky number 13, Black cats, walking under a ladder. The list goes on and on. Hotels do not have a 13th floor or a room #13. Hotels usually do not have any room that ends in the #13. It's all because people are superstitious about this number. Defy Superstition Day was created to help you to eliminate superstitions that have been haunting you. Use today as it is intended: to blow away the superstitions in your life.
What a great cookie. A little slip of paper inside of it brings you good luck, a whimsical saying, or a philosophical thought. Its pretty clear that the Fortune Cookie did not originate in China. Rather, it was invented in California. There appears to be some uncertainty over who invented it. Some historical references suggest it was Makoto Hagiwara who invented the fortune cookie at the Japanese TeaGarden in San Francisco in 1914. Others believe that David Jung, founder of the Hong Kong Noodle Company, was the first to make fortune cookies in Los Angeles in the 1920s. To celebrate this day, go grab a handful of fortune cookies.
couldn't keep this great nut to themselves. Actually, peanuts are not nuts. They are "legumes", like peas, beans, and lentils.
faced with moving a rubber tree plant when he said to himself, "I think I can". With that in mind, I just know that everything will go fine from this day forward. The power of positive thinking is absolutely astounding. Medical research confirms that a positive attitude works wonders at fighting disease and ailments, from the common cold to cancer. People with an "I think I can" attitude, are far more likely to succeed at work, and in accomplishing every goal they set in life. Today's Quote: "It takes just a moment to change your attitude. And, in that quick moment, you can change your entire day." - - Author Unknown
date back to the early 1800's. The officially recognized theory dates back to soldiers stationed near Troy, New York during the war of 1812. Barrels of meat they received were stamped "U.S." The supplier was Samuel Wilson of Troy, New York. Solders jokingly referred to him as "Uncle Sam". In 1813, the first image of "Uncle Sam" appeared. In 1961, the U.S. Congress issued a resolution recognizing "Uncle Sam" Wilson, and authorizing a monument in his hometown in Troy, NY. There is a second, less popular theory of the creation of Uncle Sam. During the early 1800's, Irish immigrants were coming to America. Some believed that Uncle Sam emerged from these immigrants. In their Gaelic language, the United Stares of America was "Stáit Aontaithe Mheiriceá", abbreviated "SAM". Uncle Sam Day became official in 1989, when a joint resolution of Congress designated September 13 "Uncle Sam Day". This date was selected, as "Uncle Sam" Wilson was born on September 13, 1776. Uncle Sam Day celebrates a symbol of America. Uncle Sam is certainly one of America's most recognized symbols. Uncle Sam appears on everything from military posters to cartoon images to advertising media. He is perhaps, the most recognizable symbol in the world. There are other human symbols representing our Country, but none anywhere near as popular as Uncle Sam. They include Brother Jonathan, who largely disappeared after the arrival of Uncle Sam, and Columbia, a female.
today? Sure, you were watching your weight and then along comes a special day that is just packed with calorie and carbs. And, that special day encourages you to eat one of your favorite breakfast treats: cream filled donuts. There is not shortage of food related "special days" and we are certainly glad that someone chose to create a day just for cream filled donuts. It truly is a special treat.
personality into it, or make a hat from a character you would like to imitate for a day. This day is very popular with preschool, kindergarten, and grade school teachers and students. Early in the new school year, teachers look for fun and interesting projects to break up the classroom routine or for art projects. Kids, who love art projects by nature, can use their creativity in making a hat that fits them! The rules for Make a Hat Day is quite simple: just make a hat - any hat. It can be for you or for mom or dad. Wearing the hat is optional, but it's half the fun.
likely that someday the origin of this special day will be found written upon stone tablets, or on the rock wall inside of an ancient cave.
value of stepparents and extended families. Our research discovered that this holiday was founded by Christy Borgeld of Grand Rapids, Michigan. We also found some references to this event as "National" stepfamily Day. We found no documentation that this holiday is a true "national day". Step Family Day was first celebrated with a picnic on September 16, 1997. The suggested method of celebration is a picnic at a park. Since it's inception, it has slowly gained recognition and popularity. Stepfamilies are created through death of a parent, divorce or separation. Decades ago, most marriages lasted for life. Separation and divorce was often looked down upon. In today's society, divorce and remarriages are commonplace. Over 50% of all marriages end up in divorce. That means over half of us are divorced and/or children of divorces. That gives us cause to recognize the extended family.
from Plymouth, England to America. On September 16, 1620, 102 men, women, and children set sail from Plymouth, England. Their destination was the New World, where they could have religious freedom, and continue using their native language, culture, and customs. Every Mayflower Day, we commemorate these brave, early settlers. They were the very first immigrants, and helped to pave the way for millions more to follow, in search of freedom and the dreams and promises of a New World. Facts About the Mayflower:
Independence from Spain. Like the U.S. Independence Day, this day is celebrated in Mexico with parades, fiestas, fireworks, and picnics. Mexican Independence Day History: In 1810, Father Miguel Hidalgo of Dolores, Mexico was planning a revolt to free the country from Spanish rule. On September 15, 1810 at 11:00PM, Father Hidalgo rang his church bell to call his parishioners, and rally them to fight off Spanish rule. He then made a speech to his congregation, and the fight for freedom began. Today, Mexican people mark this very special holiday, by repeating the ringing of the bells at 11:00PM on the 15th. It is followed by a day of celebrations on the 16th. Viva Mexico! Have a happy Mexican Independence Day!
Chemicals in Cincinnati, Ohio. It hit the market in 1956, and has been a popular play toy ever since. It was created because McVicker's sister-in-law wanted a safe, clay-like product for her nursery school children to use. Noah and Joseph McVicker received U.S. Patent No. 3,167,440 for Play-Doh. Hasbro Toys, the current makers of Play-doh, say it a little differently. From their website, they state: "The story of PLAY-DOH modeling compound begins in 1956 when scientists at Rainbow Crafts, a Cincinnati soap and cleaning compound company, stumbled upon a new use for the unique dough-like cleaning product. The company realized this product’s potential as a child’s modeling compound; and thus, the original, reusable PLAY-DOH compound was born." National Play-Doh Day celebrates a great childhood play toy. Invented in the mid 1950s, it has entertained millions of children, and allowed them to express their creativity, both at home and in the classroom. The invention was simple. A school teacher wanted a safe modeling clay for her preschoolers. She asked her brother-in-law Joseph McVicker, who worked at a chemical company, to come up with something. The result was simple: flour, water and food coloring. (Play-Doh Recipe) It's fun and easy to celebrate National Play-Doh Day. Simply pull out the Play-Doh andddddd Play!
children. Everyday, dad and often mom, go off to work. They work hard to earn money to make ends meet. They work hard to be able to afford the extras that kids want and need. This includes things like school trips, funding the proms, athletics, music, dance classes, clubs, and much, much more. Today is a chance for the kids to show a little appreciation. We suggest doing the dishes, cleaning up, and overall doing extra chores around the house. If you are old enough, make dinner for the folks. Although this day speaks to "working parents", we believe that "stay at home moms" fit this classification as well because they just might work harder than anyone.
people turn indoors to cooking and baking again. It's only natural that apples are a big part of the cooking scene. Among the most popular of fall treats are apple dumplings. For those of you who enjoy ice cream, some apple dumpling recipes include a scoop of ice cream atop a generous piece of Apple Dumpling.
bill establishing Citizenship Day on September 17 of each year. The roots of this holiday go back to "I Am an American Day," which was established in 1940 by Congress as the third Sunday in May. This day was moved and renamed to Citizenship Day to coincide with the signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787. Citizenship Day celebrates being a citizen of the United States of America, the greatest country the world has ever seen. Our great Country and it's people like you, is something every American should be proud of. America is filled with outstanding citizens, many of whom have played a direct or indirect role in making this country and what it stands for, a beacon of hope, promise and success! This special day is for all citizens, both native born, and those who chose to become Americans. It is a day to be proud to be an American. It is a day to appreciate being a citizen of this Country and the rights and freedoms it brings. We suggest American citizens never take for granted the rights, freedoms, and privileges afforded us as citizens of the United States of America. We suggest today, and every day, you express your citizenship in some way. It's the sum of all of the actions and deeds by famous and "ordinary" citizens that makes this country so great. To each and every American citizen, we wish you a very Happy Citizenship Day!
idea why? That's right! It was to sign the Constitution of the United States of America - a document for which they so painstakingly labored to create and perfect. After the meeting there was, still much to do. Individual States then had to meet and vote on it. The U.S. Constitution did not go into effect until two years later- March 4, 1789.
hope for the speedy and safe return of American Prisoners of War, and those still Missing in Action. It also seeks the return of the remains of fallen soldiers. The first official commemoration of POW/MIAs was July 18, 1979. It was the result of resolutions passed in Congress. The first national ceremony was held on this date. Over the next several years, it was held in varying dates of the year. Finally, in 1986, The National League of Families proposed the third Friday in September as a day to recognize and remember POW/MIAs. This date was selected, as it is not associated with any wars. Each year, the president of the United States issues a proclamation on this day. Federal law requires the POW/MIA flag to be flown on the following days:
Administration, military memorial facilities, and many U.S. government buildings. Please take a few moments today, to remember our missing soldiers and those held as prisoners of war. Attend a ceremony in your area. Say a prayer for POWs and MIAs. Also, write to your senators and congressman to urge continued and increased effort towards bringing every service man and woman home.
Yom Kippur is one of the most serious Jewish holidays. Jews who do not regularly observe other holidays often make an exception for Yom Kippur, which occurs on the tenth day of the Hebrew month of Tishri. Yom Kippur observances can vary. Some non-Orthodox Jews might not follow the outline exactly. This is judgment day. Many Jews practice repentance, say prayers, and give charity to obtain God's forgiveness for any sins made in the past year. Yom Kippur is the culmination of a process that began a month earlier, during the Hebrew month of Elal. It follows Rosh Hashanah and the New Year's activities
The food industry makes it a point to celebrate a wide variety of foods. We believe the Cheeseburger certainly earns a special day.
Bavaria, Germany. While it is a giant world festival in Germany, Oktoberfest celebrations are held around the world during this time. Oktoberfest is not just a celebration of beer. It is a huge festival with lots of food, music, dancing, rides, and carnival booths. Each year millions of people from all over the world come to the fair. Oktoberfest celebrations and festivals are held around the world during this time. These festivals also celebrate the rich heritage of the German people. The very first Oktoberfest was held on October 12, 1810. It was held to commemorate the marriage of Crown Prince Ludwig (King Ludwig 1) to Princess Therese of Sachsen-Hildburghausen. The wedding took place on October 12th, and a great horse race (in celebration of the marriage) was held a few days later on October 17th. The marriage was celebrated annually and came to be known as Oktoberfest. Early Oktoberfest celebrations were held in October. The festival was eventually moved to September, as the weather was better earlier in the Fall. Oktoberfest has been held annually since 1810. Throughout this time, it has been canceled a few times, due to wars, and once due to a major Cholera outbreak (1854) in the region. Over the years, the festival grew. Carnival booths appeared. Beer became a central theme, and flowed freely. Food was a big part of the festivities and later, rides were added. Millions of people annually flock to Oktoberfest in Munich.
June 6, 1995. While playing racquetball, they began to talk to each other in Pirate-speak". After leaving the court, they decided that there was a need to create this day. After much thought, Mark Summers selected September 19th as the date. This was his wife's birthday so, he thought it would be an easy date to remember and thus International Talk Like a Pirate Day was born. Ahoy, Matey! Did you know that today is International Talk Like a Pirate Day? It's a day just for fun, a day to let out the pirate in each of us. We like "just for fun" days and we know you do, too. Practice up your "pirate-speak" in anticipation of this day. The conversation will be lively, and you don't want to be left behind. Today, everyone will be talking the talk, if not walking the walk. It is not a requirement to dress like a pirate today. Just talk like one. Are you a Pirate at heart, or in your soul? Take the Pirate Personality Test!
Butterscotch may not be as popular as vanilla or chocolate, but it sure is good. If you like butterscotch, just the thought of butterscotch pudding has already got your mouth watering in eager anticipation. Like all food related special days, it's easy to participate and enjoy. In this case, just eat some Butterscotch pudding. It's an even more special day if you make the pudding yourself.
and for women. The Kappa Delta Sorority created this very special day in 1999. This sorority, founded in 1897 in Farmville, Va., has over 180,000 members. Although we did not find any documentation confirming this to be a "National" day, the governors of dozens of States have issued proclamations in support of Women's Friendship on this day. National Women's Friendship Day is a great day for us - you ladies. It's a great day to be a woman. The objective of this day is to promote special friendship among women. Women celebrate this special day in a variety of ways, including:
What does National Punch Day celebrate?
Nations resolution in 1981 (resolution 36/67). It was first held on the third Tuesday of September, starting in 1982. Beginning in 2002, the UN General Assembly changed the date, setting September 21st as the date for yearly celebration. International Peace Day seeks a global cessation of violence and war. Each year on this day, celebrations are held in hundreds of countries, all with the same goal in mind....to stop war and violence. Created and sponsored by the United Nations, this day seeks to end war, starting today. The United Nations goal for this day is "a day of non-violence and cease-fire". Wouldn't it be nice if this one day succeeded and spread, country by country, day by day, until there is no more war or violence? Can this goal ever succeed? Former Beatle John Lennon had the right vision in his song "Imagine". Additional information on this special day can be found at the United Nations web page on International Peace Day as well as on the World Peace Day website.
golf is wildly popular by adults and children. It's a great date for couples - young and old. It's a great place to hold a birthday party for kids. You don't have to be good at miniature golf. With twists, turns, and a variety of obstacles, your score is partially the result of luck and is half the fun of the game. Take someone with you today to play a round or two of miniature golf. We certainly hope that your day is up to par!
Hawaii during a Thanksgiving Dinner. At the dinner, attendees pledged to hold a Gratitude Gathering the following September 21st in their home countries which ultimately, grew to be an annual event.
Women's Association(ABWA) on September 22, 1949. The first Business Women's Day was celebrated in 1982. In 1983, a joint Congressional resolution was passed, and signed by President Ronald Reagan proclaiming September 22 as Business Women's Day. President Ronald Reagan also issued Proclamation 5532 on American Business Women's Day, in 1986.
elephants are large and a whole lot of other great things. The founder, Wayne Hepburn, received a paperweight of elephants on parade from his daughter as a gift. He became fascinated by them. He amassed huge collections of elephant books and paraphernalia. His fascination and love of elephants, led to the creation of this day so you and I can stop and enjoy this huge, lumbering beast. Elephant Appreciation Day is today. Show us how much you care about elephants. This is a big elephant-sized day. We feel it should be celebrated in a big way. Little kids and big kids are fascinated by elephants. In a zoo, in the circus, or wildlife specials on television, elephants captivate us by their sheer size. Today is your chance to let them see that you appreciate them. Showing your appreciation for them starts with a visit to your local zoo. They will be happy to see you. Making a donation towards their support, is a great way to show your appreciation. Another neat suggestion is to show elephants at your local zoo how much you love them by serving them a special treat. They like pumpkins! They like big pumpkins. Munching elephants
ones? It may surprise some people to know that it is also Dogs in Politics Day. Read on and for the explanation.
Dwight D. Eisenhower. Media speculation centered on an $18,000 campaign contribution, and speculation that Nixon may have used some for his personal use. In a brilliant political maneuver, Nixon took his case to the American people. On September 23, 1952, Richard Nixon gave a speech that directly addressed and explained the issue. He assured the public that he did not use any of the funds for personal use. Towards the end of the speech, he stated that his daughters had received a dog, which they named "Checkers" as a gift. He said they would keep the dog. This speech quickly became known as the "Checkers" speech, and went on to be one of the better speeches in American political history. With "Checkers" the dog included in the speech, this day was sometimes referred to as Dogs in Politics Day.
absolutely love this day. Cherries Jubilee is easy to make. All you need is a can of cherry pie filling, some cognac (or brandy) and vanilla ice cream.
Americans, the first Americans to live in the U.S. Still commonly referred to as American Indians, the term "Native Americans" has been used in recent years as a sign of respect and recognition that they were indeed the first people to populate our wonderful nation. By the time the first explorers and settlers arrived from Europe, Native Americans had populated the entire North American Continent, from the Atlantic to the Pacific, and from the Gulf of Mexico all the way to the northern reaches of Canada.
comic book with a friend today. Comic books are great reading. They tell an ongoing story, provide humor, or offer intrigue and suspense. In all comic books, good eventually prevails over evil, so comic books always make us feel good. We don't know of anyone who doesn't like a good comic book. Comic books have great value as a collectors item. Don't ever throw away those old comic books. Down the road, the series you are collecting today, may be worth its weight in gold! Here are some of the ways that we have read or heard how to enjoy National Comic Book Day:
popularity quickly multiplied (like rabbits!) spreading first to Australia, and then on to the rest of the world. Most internet websites point to an organization called "Rabbit Charity" in the United Kingdom, as the originator of this special day. International Rabbit Day seeks to protect rabbits as pets and in the wild. Animal rights groups and humane societies are active promoters of this special day. Their objectives are to promote healthy, caring environments for rabbits that are raised as pets and those living in the wild. They also seek to stop the use of rabbit furs and the use of rabbit on restaurant menus. Worldwide, rabbits are the third most popular pets, behind dogs and cats.
and on September 26th. We found no one who claims to have created this special day. So, here's the skinny on the two dates: 1. John Chapman was born on September 26, 1774. (This date is undisputed.) 2. It is believed he died on March 11, 1845. However, his date was not formally recorded and the date of death is disputed. Here is how we come out on the debate: This day should be celebrated on the day of his birth. (His birth date is undisputed.) His birthday coincides with the season of the apple harvest. A birth is a more positive day than a death. We think Johnny would agree.
After you are done kicking the can around, you get the fun of crushing it too. Use it as a stress reliever to take out all of the frustrations of your day. See how flat you can get it. It will make you feel good. Go ahead give it a big squeeze. There, now don't you feel better? You can crush a can any way you want, as there are not any rules; just make sure to do so safely. Have a very happy Crush a Can Day, and then RECYCLE IT!
Sometimes celebrated on the last school day of September. The root of this special day goes back to the 1980's. At the time, there was a movement by teachers to try to get kids to ask more questions in the classroom. Kids sometimes would hold back, fearing their question is stupid and asking it will result in ridicule. Teachers created this day on September 28th. If it fell on a weekend, they would celebrate it on the last day of the month. Today is Ask a Stupid Question Day. It's your opportunity to speak up and ask all those questions you were afraid to ask. All those questions that you thought were too stupid or dumb to ask have been piling up all year long, but today is the day to unload them. C'mon give it a try. Nobody will laugh - we hope. This may be a stupid question, but I will ask it anyway: Teachers, say there is no such thing as a stupid question, or that no question is too stupid to ask. Well, if this is true, then why do your classmates laugh when you ask a stupid question? Yes, kids can be cruel, but if I have a question, is the classroom the right place to ask it? Today's Quote: "Stupid is as stupid does". Forrest Gump Movie of the Day: "Dumb and Dumber" Other "Stupid" stuff:
good neighbors and started the effort to make this a National day. With the help of Congressman Mike Mansfield, she succeeded in getting three presidents (Nixon, Ford, and Carter) to issue proclamations along with numerous governors. In 2003, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution, sponsored by Montana Senator Max Baucus, making September 28th National Good Neighbor Day. (Previously, this day was celebrated on the fourth Sunday of September.) Rhode Island initiated a movement to pass a National Neighbor Day on the Sunday before Memorial Day. Action never materialized into a formal national proclamation or law. Ah, Good Neighbor Day. It's definitely a good thing. Being good neighbors is an important part of the social fiber that makes this country so great. Therefore, it seems only fitting that one day a year honors good neighbors. This day of recognition is not to be confused with other forms of "Good Neighbor Days". Stores proclaim "Good Neighbor Days" to promote sales, a wide range of organizations announces "Good Neighbor Days" to promote their cause and local municipalities and governments proclaim "Good Neighbor Days" for a variety of reasons. Rather, this day is to truly recognize and appreciate your good neighbor, hopefully you are one of those neighbors.
Confucius Day honors one of the world's greatest philosophers. Born in China on October 18, 551 B.C., Confucius is one of the earliest and perhaps the first greatest philosophers. He was also a teacher, scholar and a politician. He gave the world many teachings and 499 famous sayings. Celebrate Confucius Day by learning more about this ancient philosopher and read some of his teachings and sayings. Over the years, many comical and humorous sayings have been created and referenced as sayings of Confucius, usually titled "Confucius Says". As a rule of thumb, if the saying is humorous, chances are it is not a true saying by this great scholar.
mud pack facial too, but make sure your buddies know that you did! Mud packs were once the rage for facial treatments. It is still popular, but the mud in facials has been replaced with a variety of other ingredients. It is supposed to keep the skin young, soft and supple. Does it work? Girls who use it, swear by it. A mud pack is a quick treatment for bee stings. Use it - if needed - when you are out on a hike or until you can get to a place to be treated for bee and wasp stings. Celebrate today with a mud pack. Guys, make this a special day by buying a gift certificate for a facial for your special lady. However, make sure to tell her it's not that she needs it, but that she deserves the comfort of being treated and to feel good. Other great facial and body treatments can be found HERE! |
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| September is the ninth month of the year in the Gregorian Calendar and one of four Gregorian months with 30 days. September in the Southern Hemisphere is the seasonal equivalent of March in the Northern Hemisphere. In the Northern Hemisphere, the beginning of the meteorological autumn is September 1st. In the Southern Hemisphere, the beginning of the meteorological spring is September 1st. In Latin, septem means "seven" and septimus means "seventh"; September was in fact the seventh month of the Roman calendar until 153 BC, when the first month changed from Kalendas Martius (1 March) to Kalendas Januarius (January 1st). September marks the beginning of the ecclesiastical year in the Eastern Orthodox Church. September begins on the same day of the week as December every year, because there are 91 days separating September and December, which is a multiple of seven (the number of days in the week). |
| Sapphire is the modern September birthstone and the gem designated for the 5th, 23rd and 45th wedding anniversary. A star sapphire is typically given on the 65th wedding anniversary. Sapphire is a variety of the mineral species corundum. Sapphires occur in all colors of the rainbow with the exception of red, which is ruby. The name corundum comes from the ancient Sanskrit "kuruvindam", while the name "Sapphire" comes from the Persian word "safir", meaning "beloved of Saturn", (or Greek sapphiros). It is noted in several texts that sapphire was the lapis lazuli of the ancient world, probably because the stones both have the same intense blue coloring. Sapphire is mined in Australia, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Other producers are Burma, Kampuchea, Kenya and Tanzania. Sapphires are commonly heated to improve their color and reduce cloudiness that is caused by rutile inclusions. The rutile inclusions are responsible for the "star" or "cat's eye" in star sapphires. |
| The festivities of Black History Month are no longer recognized however, it is now a historical event that will be celebrated every single day for the next 365 days. Happy Black History Day!!! |
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| Our Bill of Sale What is Black History Month Black African Americans who have and are still making History |
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| "America is false to the past, false to the present, and solemnly binds herself to be false to the future." ~~Frederick Douglass DOB: February 20, 1818 |
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| It hit us by surprise when we elected a Black African American with a Muslim name as the leader of the free world. The fruit of the Civil Rights Movement has hit a new high. The Black vote (98% for Obama) clearly made the difference 43 years after the passing of the Voting Rights. |
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| According to Connie Schultz, all Americans – Black, white, red, green and yellow - should revisit “Roots.” Click HERE for Connie Schultz’s “Watching Roots in 2010.” |
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| Forget-Me-Not: There are approximately fifty species in the genus, with much variation. Most have small (1 cm diameter or less) flat, 5-lobed blue, pink or white flowers with yellow centers, growing on scorpioid cymes. They bloom in spring. Leaves are alternate. These flowers were ordered by the queen of England to be exterminated in all of the UK. Popular in gardens, Forget-me-nots prefer moist habitats and where they are not native, they have escaped to wetlands and riverbanks. They tolerate partial sun and shade. Forget-me-nots may be annual or perennial plants. Their root systems are generally diffuse. Their seeds are found in small, tulip-shaped pods along the stem to the flower. The pods attach to clothing when brushed against and eventually fall off, leaving the small seed within the pod to germinate elsewhere. Putting a piece of paper under the stems and shaking them can collect seeds. The seed pods and some seeds will fall out. Morning Glory: Morning glory is a common name for over 1,000 species of flowering plants in the family Convolvulaceae, whose current taxonomy and systematic is in flux. Morning glory species belong to many genera, some of which are:
may last until night. The flowers usually start to fade a couple of hours before the petals start showing visible curling. They prefer full sun throughout the day and mesic soils. Some morning glories, such as Ipomoea muricata, are night blooming flowers. In some places such as Australian bushland, some species of morning glories develop thick roots and tend to grow in dense thickets. They can quickly spread by way of long creeping stems. By crowding out, blanketing and smothering other plants, morning glory has turned into a serious invasive weed problem. Aster Flower: The uniqueness of the aster flower family is that what first seems to be a single large flower is actually a combination of many smaller flowers. Blooming in summer and fall depending on variety, the aster flower can grow anywhere from 2 to 4 feet in height. The aster flower comes in many varieties with colors ranging from yellow and purple to accents of leaves and petals of red and gold. Technically and generally, the aster flower is a composite with ray and disc florets. They have small, daisy-like or star-like flower heads on leafy, often tall, stems. Their colors vary from white to pink, blue, and purple. Each "disk flower" has five tiny petals united together, plus 5 stamens fused around a pistil with antennae-like stigmas. If you look closely at the big petals that crown the outside of the flower head, you will see that each petal is also a flower, called a "ray flower", with its petals combined together and hanging to one side. The aster family is most valuable for its well-known and numerous cultivated ornamentals flowers such as asters, daisies, chrysanthemums, marigolds, and zinnias. In North America, where most species are native, plants of the genus Aster are regarded as wildflowers, but in Europe they are cultivated as garden flowers and often called Michaelmas daisy. Most species of Aster are perennial and fall-blooming. When the seeds are ripe and fall away, you are left with a pitted disk that looks strikingly like a little garden plot where all the tiny flowers were planted. The glorious large-flowered purple (rarely pink) aster that is the grandparent of many garden hybrids, New England aster is one of the top color makers for a late fall meadow. When other flowers are gone, the aster is at its peak. Seeds are difficult to collect in large quantities because they are produced so late in the season, therefore they are very costly. |
September is Black History Month
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| September's Meanings: Middle English: septembre Latin: September Latin: septem "seven" + -ber (adj. suffix) Latin: september mensis "seventh month" In song and story, September is thought of as "The Mellow Month." One wistful song written by Harvey Schmidt and Tom Jones (released in 1960s) about aging and lost youth begins: Try to remember the kind of September When life was slow and oh, so mellow. Try to remember the kind of September When grass was green and grain was yellow. Try to remember the kind of...
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| Holidays September 21 is the International Day of Peace It is the start of the academic year in many countries in the Northern Hemisphere. On the first Sunday of September, the regata storica parade is staged in Venice, as prelude to the rowing contests known as regattas. Labor Day (Labour Day in Canada) is observed on the first Monday in September in the United States and Canada. In India, Teachers' Day is celebrated on September 5th. The date is the birthday of the second President of India, academic philosopher Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. In Brazil, Independence Day is celebrated September 7th. In Japan, Respect for the Aged Day is a national holiday celebrated on the 3rd Monday of September. Autumnal Equinox Day is also a national holiday. In Alaska, Statehood Hero Day is celebrated on September 9. It is the birth date of small town hero and legend, Quinn Bennett. In the United States, September 11th is Patriot Day, in remembrance of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. In the United States, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15th to October 15th. In Mexico, Independence Day is celebrated September 16th. In Saint Kitts and Nevis, National Heroes' Day is celebrated September 16th. In Saint Kitts and Nevis, Independence Day is celebrated September 19th. In Chile, Independence Day is celebrated September 18th. In China, Shenyang Incident 18-9-1931 Japanese invaded China September 18th. September 19th is International Talk Like a Pirate Day. National Grandparents' Day takes place on the first Sunday after Labor Day in the United States and Canada. In the Netherlands the third Tuesday in September is known as prinsjesdag. The government presents its annual budget. The queen rides to the parliament in a gilded coach and reads the plans for the coming year to the States- general. The equinox named the autumnal equinox in the northern hemisphere and the vernal or spring equinox in the southern hemisphere occurs on dates varying from September 21st to September 24th (in UTC). In the pagan wheel of the year the spring equinox is the time of Ostara and the autumn equinox is that of Mabon. Heritage Day is celebrated in South Africa on September 24th. In KwaZulu-Natal, king Shaka is commemorated on the last Sunday of September. As a celebration for the coming October, the traditional harvest month in historic Germany, the German Oktoberfest is celebrated near the end of September. The Chinese August Moon festival (more correctly called the Mid-Autumn Festival) occurs in September. German American Heritage Month begins on September 15th in the United States. In Australia and NZ, Father's Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of September. In Australia, the Rugby League Grand Final is played on the last Sunday of September. In Australia, the AFL Grand Final is played on the last Saturday of September. September 1st is celebrated as the beginning of Eritrea's 30 year armed struggle for independence from Ethiopia, which began in September 1961 and ended in May 1991. California Admission Day to commemorate the admission of California into the Union is September 9th. |
| Recently, I was asked why I allowed others to post and/or took so much time in directing people to Black history links. Well, my answer is simple: Out here, there is a lot – too many – Black youngsters who do not know their history – mainly Black history. I want them to know. It is important to me that they know. Yes, it is important to me that everyone embraces God and I appreciate most – but not all – biblical postings. When or if I said ‘all biblical postings,’ I would set myself up for a controversial religious dialogue and I don’t want that, so I leave that up to those who actually study the Word. Anyway, when it comes to Black history, I find that my generation and those that follow have not taken time to teach our children about Black African American history. When juveniles join gangs because they are searching for a family and/or say ‘they’ve never had anything, so why should they be about anything.’ Well, I want – need – them to know that it is not true. There are plenty of Black African americans who struggled and made something out of nothing, and these youngsters can do the same. If Barack Obama can be president of these divided states, then all Black African americans can achieve the unthinkable and climb to immeasurable heights. I need us and all Americans to know the history of Black African Americans, their plight, their fight and their victorious accomplishments. I am proud to be a Black African american and I hope, want and need our young Black brothers and sisters to be just as creditable; embracing their Blackness. To quote the late James Brown, “Say it loud, I’m Black and I’m proud!” |
