Conversation 24
Hello Peeps time for a new Conversation Thread. This is number 24 out of the
series. I created and started this thread 10 years ago.
I will change it often from now on. This is just a knock around
thread about things in life. My life and others. I am an avid Heidi
Daus Collector, former singer, model and so on. I do this thread because
I enjoy what I do. I love fashion and music and HSN is a little of both.
I cover a lot of music and fashion on this thread. ✨😎
I am going to wish Happy Holidays to all the Peeps out there and please
stay safe. 🌹✨😎
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NATIONAL RAISIN DAY
April 30th recognizes another food holiday known as National Raisin Day. Raisins are tiny sundried grapes. While sunlight dries most grapes naturally in vineyards, some are mechanically dehydrated.
People have been enjoying raisins for as long as grapes have been growing. Raisins are naturally low in fat and contain healthy nutrients. California produces the majority of the world’s raisin supply.
Besides adding raisins to baked goods, you can also use raisins to make wine. Yes, grapes are used to make raisins AND wine. But in this case, we can make wine from raisins, too! So, technically, raisin day could be considered a wine day, too.
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NATIONAL BUGS BUNNY DAY
National Bugs Bunny Day on April 30th commemorates the date the famous bunny first appeared in a short film in 1938.
Known for his comical antics, Bugs Bunny created memorable roles in Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoons produced by Warner Bros. The wascally wabbit caused many a raucous scene for his castmates Daffy Duck, Yosemite Sam, Porky Pig, Pepe Le Pew, and Marvin the Martian. However, his eminent counterpart was forever the estimable hunter, Elmer Fudd.
His popular catchphrase, “What’s up, doc?” continues to be associated with the humorous bunny. He first appeared in 1938 in Porky’s Hare Hunt as a Happy Rabbit but later solidified his character as Bugs Bunny in the 1940 A Wild Hare.
Over the years, various actors have voiced the animated bunny. However, Mel Blanc originally voiced the iconic “Eh, what’s up, doc?” voice and he did so for almost 50 years.
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NATIONAL OATMEAL COOKIE DAY
National Oatmeal Cookie Day on April 30th each year recognizes a delicious and nutritious cookie. This day is also often recognized on March 18th in conjunction with National Lacy Oatmeal Cookie Day.
Oatmeal cookies have been around since the 1800s. The cookies quickly became popular, and by early the 1900s, a recipe for the delicious treats appeared on containers of Quaker Oats. Oatmeal cookies are also considered health food because they are an excellent source of iron and fiber. Just another reason to have an oatmeal cookie today! Some of the other benefits of the oatmeal in the cookies include:
It may lower cholesterol.
Oatmeal reduces the risk of heart disease.
It may reduce your risk of cancer. (According to the American Cancer Society, eating a diet high in fiber may help reduce your risk for cancer.)
The grain is low in fat.
Oatmeal is low in calories.
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NATIONAL HAIRSTYLIST APPRECIATION DAY
Each year on April 30th, National Hairstylist Appreciation Day honors hairstylists everywhere who make artful hairstyles possible. A talented hairstylist will not only make you look good but also make you feel good. This day also celebrates the uniqueness of all styles of hair.
Hairstylists receive training that gives them experience with a variety of textures, styles, and colors. No matter your style, your hairstylist knows the latest cuts and fashions to make your favorite looks come true. They also know how to keep your hair healthy and manageable, too. Whether you like it short, piled high, or sassy, stylists spend their days honing their skills so you look your best.
You know it’s time to make an appointment when this holiday comes around! Make the call and let your hairstylist know how much they are appreciated.
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NATIONAL ADOPT A SHELTER PET DAY
Each year, National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day on April 30th raises awareness for thousands of pets that are waiting for (and needing) adoption from the shelters.
Animal shelters require year-round assistance and adoption is a part of the process. Since animals come in daily, the shelters must work quickly to ensure the animal’s health and well being. Only then can they be adopted into their forever home. The day also encourages you to visit a shelter near you and find your new fur baby. Visit with the shelter to consider all the needs the dog or cat requires for the long term.
If you feel you can’t meet those needs, consider helping in other ways. Give your time by volunteering. Not only will this help the shelter by providing the animals with exercise, companionship, and socialization, but it also gives you that wonderful animal love we all so enjoy.
You can also check the shelter’s donation needs list. Bring the items you are able to give. This will help the shelter animals find their forever homes more quickly.
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Good Morning Peeps and welcome to our wonderful community. 😎🎈
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Ella Fitzgerald Happy Heavenly Birthday. Thank you all those years ago for being so kind
to me I will treasure that little speck of time forever. 😎🎈 -
Someone to Watch Over Me
Song by Ella FitzgeraldThere’s a saying old, says that love is blind
Still we’re often told, seek and ye shall find
So I’m going to seek a certain lad I’ve had in mind
Looking everywhere, haven’t found him yet
He’s the big affair I cannot forget
Only man I ever think of with regret
I’d like to add his initial to my monogram
Tell me, where is the shepherd for this lost lamb?
There’s a somebody I’m longin’ to see
I hope that he turns out to be
Someone who’ll watch over me
I’m a little lamb who’s lost in the wood
I know I could always be good
To one who’ll watch over me
Although he may not be
The man some girls think of as handsome
To my heart, he carries the key
Won’t you tell him please to put on some speed
Follow my lead, oh, how I need
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Good day in Ohio I hope this day finds you doing well. Miss ya. 😎😘🎈
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Good day in Florida I am praying and hoping we will all hear from you some day. 🎈😘💕
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Good afternoon to you I hope you are resting. 🎈😎How is your husband doing today?
I am thinking of his room mate and I hope he has returned to his room.Oodie Oz is beautiful right now but tonight that will all change. I am talking about RAIN!
I have no problem with that. 🎈💕😎Poppy is under the weather now he seems tired. I will just take a short walk with him he
loves being outdoors and walking. 💕I hope you found some good deals at the Market somehow Florida’s Markets are very
different than Kansas Markets. Oodie your markets seems to have more of a variety of
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I hope Poppy is ok. With viruses hitting pets you may want to visit the vet just to be on the safe side.
Didn’t visit hubby yesterday. Fell sound asleep and awoke around 11pm. Had to look at the clock several times before it Sunni in.
I am with hubby now. Arrived just as his dinner was served. I brought strawberries from Ca.,, cheesecake with strawberries (homemade by the Farmers Market, and a cheese pizza. Oops..brought an Italian grinder. Then I got chewed out for bringing food. No food for him and that includes soft food. Unfortunately, tonight’s dinner was mush. He wouldn’t touch it. If I hadn’t brought him something, he would not get anything until 8am or so tomorrow. I am fuminng. The head nurse has not relayed this info. The food I brought is soft. But that doesn’t matter. Ice cream is also a no no. Besides, we were just told that his roommate past this morning. I am very distraught. He was a very nice person and made me smile. He started coughing about two months ago. The cough grew worse and the nurses put him on an atomizer. Then last week he was in bed full time. He was thin to begin with, but lost quite a bit in less than four days. He went to the hospital for tests. Have not heard the outcome. I can only surmise it was cancer or Covid. No family members have been here. I will miss him.
Just read about your younger brother. Glad he is ok. The. Fact he is thin and was in good health prior speaks volumes. My dad passed due to heart disease. Back in those days exercise was not something to do. Rather taking it easy was the lay of the land. Hubby’s dad also had heart disease. This is why I do not like him in bed all day.
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I am very sad to hear about the room mate. I hope your husband hurry up and get out of
that place. Home is where the heart is. I know you pay a fortune for them to tell you what
he cannot eat. The food is soft that should work.Poppy has appointment for the Vet this week I am leaving nothing to chance and I live
in Dog Country I mean this neighborhood has nothing but dogs and babies in buggies.Poppy seems fine tonight we are having a rain storm and I am on the watch for the cats.
I managed to feed one and I feel really good about that. I hope I see the other two.Oodiebom my your husband’s room mate memory be a blessing.
Thank you for your thoughts on my brother I just did not want to bother anyone once he
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Oodie, if this helps, i sent my mother Cheeses and crackers from CA to AZ to the hospital and it stayed cold. I was shocked but took a chance because I knew she needed it. I used cold packs and a soft thermal lunch pack type container. Maybe I got lucky.
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Oodie, Hello. Maybe you can sneak food into that place. I sincerely hope he gets home soon.
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Good morning in S. California here is to a great Tuesday. 🎈😎
Oz is alright today we have rain on the way.I left you a note to your post from last night. How is your son doing?
Hey get back into your groove and enjoy the trails. 😎
If you see this along the way just smile.
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Sheba, Sorry about your brother and his er visit and surgery. What a scare that must have been for everyone. Glad he is doing well and hope he continues to do so.
Getting back to the trails…. well today I met someone on the trail and she saw me yesterday running a bit so you know I had to invite her to run with me a bit today and she did! It was great. She told me she did the Camino and is doing it again next year. Btw, it was a very slow run, the local runners were zooming by and so nice. -
Thank you for your thoughts I was trying not to worry everyone. This was hard on his
wife because he collapse and other brother had her call the ambulance which was a life
saver. All is calm and good and they are watching some NBA Games. Bro has work tomorrow.Poppy is doing fine tonight I don’t think the loud thunder helped. I am trying to feed the
other two cats already feed one.I have had a very long and trying week.
I am meeting many ladies along the way with Poppy I always like to stop and chatter. 💕
I do a brisk walk which get those endorphins up and running.Taci enjoy your evening 😎
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Thanks for the note. I do sneak food in. I had just arrived from the Farmer’s Market and had the freezer bag. Guess someone saw me arrive. I am now getting ready for the trip home. The market had a deal on cheese pizza and so brought it with me. I also purchased an Italian grinder which is hubby’s favorite. Also brought bananas., Ca. strawberries were on sale, so included that as we!!. .As of today all food I bring will be confiscated, but there are other ways for me to continue. I just have to think of a way to refrigerate the strawberries.I am highly allergic to them.
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Hi again. I just walked in and turned the computer on and saw your note. All the food is now in the frig. 12 plastic bags worth. I am highly allergic to strawberries and they were my only concern. The strawberries are ripe and I used gloves to put them into the frig. To think way back when I used to plant strawberries in our front yard. I used the plants as ground cover. Not only were the leaves pretty, but to actually see the strawberries ripen and hubby having the time of his life pioking them made my day. It was worth the itches and the swelling from the hives just to watch him go to town. Of course, after that, I used an epi.
My husband never had problems swallowing food until recently At home we would sit at our kitchen bar or in the dining area or in the den with a tray . He never ate a meal in bed. Once in a while he had problems with apples. Hubby has to learn to take small bites and to chew his food. No more swallowing anything whole. He ate one small slice of pizza and a half of the Italian grinder. He choked on the water that I made him drink which we both laughed at as I left. The pizza crust was soft and so was the grinder roll. The breads are all made by the Amish as is all their deli and food take out items. The bakery area is huge and it’s always difficult to make a choice. I tried their marble rye just a few weeks ago and it was delicious. The bread has a great flavor whether just out of the frig or toasted. There was nothing that he could not eat. I even had a bow tie salad and macaroni salad as a backup. I was also told not to bring him ice cream from Culvers anymore or from anyone else. This thing is really getting out of hand. Tomorrow I will be contacting our regular physician for a second opinion. The food he turned down was baby food from a jar. It smelled awful and even the aid who delivered turned his nose up as well. Nurses do not always know the best way to handle the situation. If I am not there when food is delivered, there is no one to remind him to take small bites and to chew his food well before swallowing. It is also a good way to lose weight. Again, thanks for the advice.
It’s so good to have friends that are there for you. Oh how I will miss hubby’s roommate. -
Good afternoon in the beautiful ‘burgh. 😘🎈😎I hope you are relaxing and enjoying
what ever game you are watching.All is well in OZ beautiful day. Mr. Poppy is kind of tired I am watching him.
I hope your mom is basking in the glow of her birthday with her family. 😎🎈
Sending good vibes to you and Jake. 😎
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Good afternoon in Oz. Too hot yesterday, nice today, getting hotter during the week.🔥 I think Mother Nature confused April with August. Good luck with your storms, again!
Sorry to read about your brother. Thank goodness he is fine and back to work. Scary and continued prayers, for sure.🙏💗🙏
Haircut today (was not aware it was National Hairstylist Day) and doing odds and ends around the house. I hope Poppy is back to his normal self tomorrow.🤞 Jake sending nose kisses to him.🤗💖
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Thank you for your words of comfort I tell you it was a long week for me.
I am going to take a Korres/Perlier Shower we are raining and it is muggy.Goodnight and sweet dreams. 😘💕
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Good morning Kitten I hope this is a good Tuesday Morning for you. 😎🎈
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Peace Out Peeps enjoy your evening.
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Club Tropicana
Song by Wham!Let me take you to the place where membership’s a smiling face
Brush shoulders with the stars
Where strangers take you by the hand
And welcome you to wonderland from beneath their panamas
Club Tropicana, drinks are free
Fun and sunshine, there’s enough for everyone
All that’s missing is the sea
But don’t worry, you can suntan
Castaways and lovers meet
Then kiss in Tropicana’s heat
Watch the waves break on the bay
Oh, soft white sands, a blue lagoon
Cocktail time, a summer’s tune
A whole night’s holiday
Club Tropicana, drinks are free
Fun and sunshine, there’s enough for everyone
All that’s missing is the sea
But don’t worry, you can suntan
Club Tropicana, drinks are free
Fun and sunshine, there’s enough for everyone
All that’s missing is the sea
But don’t worry, you can suntan
Pack your bags
And leave tonight
Don’t take your time
Gotta move your feet, don’t you miss the flight
Pack your bags
And leave tonight
Don’t take your time
Gotta move your feet, don’t you miss the flight
(Cool, cool)
(Cool, cool)
Club Tropicana, drinks are free
Fun and sunshine, there’s enough for everyone
All that’s missing is the sea
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NATIONAL ZIPPER DAY
National Zipper Day commemorates April 29, 1913, when the patent for the modern zipper was issued. The day celebrates something we often do not think about and may automatically take for granted.
The first attempt at creating the zipper came from the inventor of the sewing machine. In 1851, Elias Howe received a patent for the “Automatic, Continuous Clothing Closure.” However, Howe never marketed his invention and missed the recognition he may have received.
Forty-two years later, Whitcomb Judson began selling the “Clasp Locker.” Similar to Elias Howe’s patent, this device served as a more complicated hook-and-eye shoe fastener. Judson started the Universal Fastener Company, where he manufactured his new device and debuted it at the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893. There he met with very little success. However, Judson earned credit as its creator because he put his invention before the public for sale.
In 1906, the Universal Fastener Company hired Gideon Sundback, a Swedish-American electrical engineer. He was highly skilled and known for his devotion to the company. On April 29, 1913, he was granted a patent for the modern zipper, known then as the “Separable Fastener.” He submitted modifications to his invention in 1917. Today we wear designs quite similar to the ones Sundback created in his patent. While he may have called them a separable fastener, we know them as zippers.
By 1923, B.F. Goodrich popularized the word zipper as it applied to use in the boots and pouches it made. The company even copyrighted the name for a time.
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NATIONAL SHRIMP SCAMPI DAY
National Shrimp Scampi Day on April 29th gives us a tasty way to celebrate. On this day, we honor the delicious dish of shrimp cooked with butter, garlic, lemon juice, and white wine.
Scampi is a culinary term for small lobster known as Nephrops (also known as langoustine or Dublin Bay Prawns) and which is completely unrelated to this day.
The day is wholly dedicated to the buttery, garlicky, lemony, and wine-sauced preparation of shrimp. Prepare the dish using fresh or frozen shrimp. When serving the dish, add a side of noodle or rice, steamed vegetables, and crusty bread or rolls. Shrimp scampi pairs well with white wine. Since the dish is light, a rich dessert of cheesecake or crème brûlée rounds out the meal.
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NATIONAL PEACE ROSE DAY
Each year on April 29th, National Peace Rose Day honors a well-known and fruitful garden rose.
The light yellow to large cream-colored flowers of the Peace rose have slightly flushed crimson pink petal edges. It is a hybrid tea rose that is hardy, vigorous, and highly resistant to disease.
French horticulturist Francis Meilland developed the Peace rose between 1935 and 1939. When Meilland foresaw the German invasion of France to protect the new rose, he sent cutting to his friends in Italy, Turkey, Germany, and the United States. It is believed these cuttings were sent to the United States on the last plane available before the German invasion.
Each country that received a cutting gave the rose a different name. It was called “Madame A. Meilland” in honor of the breeder’s mother in France. Italy named the rose Gioia, meaning Joy. In Germany, the name of the rose was Gloria Dei, for glory to God. The United States named the rose “Peace,” and the national flower of the United States is the rose.
As the Second World War came to a close in Europe, the trade name “Peace” was publicly announced on April 29, 1945, by the Conrad Pyle Co. in the United States.
Later in 1945, Peace roses were given to each delegate at the inaugural meeting of the United Nations, in San Francisco, with a note that read: “We hope the Peace rose will influence men’s thoughts for everlasting world peace.”
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Good Morning Peeps enjoy this beautiful Monday morning in our wonderful community. 😎
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What a Beautiful Day. 😎🎈
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Wishing you a great day on this Monday. 😎🎈
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Good day in sunny Florida. 🎈😎💕Xango I do hope all is going well for you and the family.
We all are very concerned about you and your family. Sending warm hugs to you. -
Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast of Florida. 🎈😎😘 I hope this Monday is working out
for you.I hope you hear from your husband room mate and that he is alright.
Oz is alright today and all the cats came last night. I was happy to see they were alright.
I gave them a good amount of healthy cat food. 💕😎I am feeling a bit better. I think it’s a combo of pollens and going in and out when it is
colder.Tomorrow is the last night for Passover and I hope you and hubby have a lovely evening. 💕
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Good morning in S. California. 😎😘🎈My niece got in from Colorado Saturday Night.
I hope I said welcome back from your trip to Utah. 💕🎈Utah reminds me of Colorado
I have been there.The cats are all doing fine and they had a good appetite after the storms they hate the
rain and all the noise. Taci will go into the little shed my family made for them. I put it in
a place where other critters will not go.My lawns look good due to all the rains. 😎😘💕🎈
Planting time is on.
I wonder where in the world will you go next. 😎💕
Happy Trails To You. 🎶🎶
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Sheba, sweet your niece is visiting! Hope you have a great time. Have you been to some of the National Parks there? I have not driven there before so seeing all the red rocks, and nature was great. Much less people and slightly less expensive.
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I need a get away and I will have one soon. 😎🎈I am talking about a day trip and I plan
to go back to Colorado when the time is right. 💕My younger brother had a heart attack and had to go to the ER and they did surgery
with two stents. Bro is back at work today this was a week ago. My brother is in tip top
shape very tall and slim I guess things happen.I am thankful no damage and only three days in the hospital.
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Good day in the beautiful ‘burgh. 😎🎈I hope you are resting after a fun filled weekend
with your mother’s birthday.Hey is hubby all packed for his Golf Games? My nieces in GA are all getting ready for the
prom. 💕😎Oz is very nice today first time in days without rain and thunder. I must say Mother Nature
did a good job on the lawns. I am very sorry for those who had it really bad and lost everything.Lady storm season is just now starting here in the Midwest it’s not over. I am praying for those
affected by the devastation of this storm.Sending good Monday Hugs to you and Jake. 💕😎
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Good morning in California and may this Monday finds you doing well. 😎
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Peace Out Peeps enjoy your evening.
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NATIONAL SUPERHERO DAY
Have you ever been rescued from a risky situation or saved from injury or death? Those who come to our aid are called heroes. Some heroes happen to be in the right place at the right time. Others choose to be a hero as a career (though they wouldn’t call themselves heroes.) Other still are fictional creations that inspire us with hope. Each year on April 28th, National Superhero Day honors superheroes, both real and fictional.
Batman, Superman, Captain America, Wonder Woman, Iron Man, Hulk, and Spiderman are just some of the superheroes whose names we recognize. Even though they are fictional, these superheroes provide role models for our children. They serve and protect while fighting evil.
Heroes are ordinary people who make themselves extraordinary. ~ Gerard Way
Our real-life superheroes may not have superpowers or wear capes. However, just like fictional superheroes, children also look up to them as role models. They serve and protect their communities. These real-life superheroes also dedicate their lives to helping others, saving lives, or being a mentor. Military personnel, police officers, firefighters, and teachers are just a few of the heroes who protect us on a daily basis.
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NATIONAL BRAVEHEARTS DAY
Each year on April 28, we celebrate National BraveHearts Day to honor the bravery of families dealing with pediatric cancer. During this time, pay tribute and support the families and friends of those involved in the child’s life.
Navigating through cancer is hard and often scary. Families who have children with cancer need a good support system, but don’t know where to turn. However, there is hope for families struggling with pediatric cancer through a cell phone app called Spotlight Hope. This free app provides information on local resources, financial help, and transportation. In addition, Spotlight Hope provides a connection to other families who are also experiencing a similar situation. Most importantly, Spotlight Hope is designed to help navigate pediatric cancer by finding people who they can rely on for help.
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GLOBAL PAY IT FORWARD DAY
Every year on April 28th, Global Pay It Forward Day encourages people around the world to engage in a small act of kindness. It’s a day to respond to someone’s kindness toward you by being kind to someone else.
Has someone ever done something nice for you when you least expected it? Maybe they bought you a small gift. Or they gave you a hug just because. There is a good chance that when someone extended kindness, it made you happy. The act may have made you cry tears of joy. This is what kindness does. And this is why the world needs more of it. When people are kind, it makes you want to be kind in return. Can you imagine if everyone in the world was kind to one another all of the time? Maybe this seems impossible, but it doesn’t mean you can’t try to show more kindness to others.
If someone has recently done something kind for you, why not pay it forward? Do something kind for someone else in return. If you’re not sure how you can pay it forward, here are some great ideas:
Buy the coffee or meal for the person behind you in line (a great place to do this is the drive-thru).
Pay a compliment to at least three people you see.
Send a positive text message or gif to five people on your contact list.
Send a friend a bouquet of flowers or a box of chocolates.
Offer free babysitting or dog walking for a friend or family member.
Donate to a charitable organization.
Buy a neighbor in need a gift card to a grocery or department store.
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NATIONAL PET PARENTS DAY
On the last Sunday in April, National Pet Parents Day recognizes the pet parents who go the extra mile to care for their fur babies.
There is a very special connection, a unique bond, between a pet and its owner. This unique relationship, which can often last for many years, is often a vital part of the ‘pet parents’ life. Their loved pets are considered to be a member of the family.
Some pet parents are new to the experience. Others are repeat performers. No matter how many pets or how often they engage in the relationship, it’s a special one every time.
The observance was created to honor all dedicated pet parents across the nation with a special day of their own.
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NATIONAL BLUEBERRY PIE DAY
National Blueberry Pie Day on April 28th each year ushers in blueberry pie-making season. Blueberry harvest begins in April and lasts until September giving us a long season full of blueberry enjoyment.
We’ve been enjoying blueberries in pies since early American settlers arrived. In 1872, the first documented recipe for blueberry pie appeared in the Appledore Cook Book. Blueberries are abundant in Maine, so it’s no surprise that blueberry pie is the state’s official dessert!
This once wild berry became domesticated during the early 1900s thanks to the observations of Elizabeth Coleman White and the research of Dr. Frederick V. Coville. Before their efforts, wild blueberries were never successfully transplanted and raised in any farming operation for personal or commercial production. The only way to enjoy fresh blueberries was to seek them out where they grew naturally.
Through the efforts of White and Coville, today, producers and private gardeners bring to fruition these amazingly delicious berries. These vibrant berries pack a punch in vitamins and health benefits from farm to table or farmer to the grocer to you. They make a great snack all on their own or enhance a meal, and make stellar desserts or sauces. Whatever this berry does, it does with panache!
It’s one of the healthiest fruits on the market, too. Full of antioxidants, this nutrient berry helps inhibit cancer development and helps prevent urinary tract disease. Eating blueberries may assist in maintaining healthy blood pressure, reduce blood sugar, and ease symptoms of depression.
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NATIONAL GREAT POETRY READING DAY
At the tail end of National Poetry Month, April 28th marks the observance of National Great Poetry Reading Day. This day celebrates distinguished poetry and the notable poets who wrote them.
As an art form, poetry may predate literacy. Epic poetry appears to have been composed in poetic form to aid memorization and oral transmission in prehistoric and ancient societies. It is directly from folk songs that other types of poetry developed.
When isNational Poem In Your Pocket Day?
With so many forms of poetry to choose from, no one is limited. For example, choose from the sonnet, shi, villanelle, tanka, haiku, ode, and ghazal. There are also different genres of poetry including narrative, epic, dramatic, satirical, lyric, elegy, verse fable, prose, and speculative poetry.
Some of the well-known, great poets include William Shakespeare, Edgar Allan Poe, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Robert Frost, Mark Twain, Emily Dickinson, Maya Angelou, and T.S. Eliot.
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Good afternoon in your corner of the world wishing you a great week. 😎🎈😘
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Good afternoon in Florida and may this Sunday find you and hubby doing well. 😎
Oz has had a lot of rain this past weekend we needed it. 😎 It’s not over just yet.
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Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Oodie I took your advice and did very
little yesterday I was a bit under the weather anyway. I do miss my father.We had strong storms last night on the local telly all they showed was where it was going
to hit I finally turned the Telly off. I could see and hear all the noise. My concerns were
the cats they do not like rain or water. Hubby and I are on the look out for them today.I am sorry you have not heard from your husband’s room mate. This is concerning I hope
and pray he is alright. I know your husband wants to come home now.Oodie I see your hands are full with the Van and then some.
I like how you keep it all in stride. Hey Clean Boss is on sale with free shipping.
I hope you have time for you today and enjoy this special week.
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Hope you are feeling better. I forgot to mention to leave your porch door opened so that the kitties could come and go. Then again, maybe not a good idea when you have some others vying for the same things. You could also leave food in the shed for them. I wouldn’t be surprised if they hung out all night during the storms. I saw the devastation from yesterday. Horrible.
I did see hubby last night. I stopped at Culvers and picked up their custard and hot fudge for both of us. I also ordered their cranberry salad and I was totally impressed. Hubby was in the wheelchair when I arrived. He was wearing a leg brace on the bad knee and it gave him the support without the pain. For the first time he was totally relaxed and was able to put both legs up on to the bed (like an ottoman). I was impressed. I think he will be able to manage as if nothing is wrong. He did try to get into bed himself when the A/C came on like winter. I also found out that his roommate is in the hospital for tests to see what he has. Most think it is a virus and it could be. If so, I am definitely concerned with hubby and I will be watching closely.
I received Wolfgang’s mixing bowls and I must say I am impressed. I wonder if it can slice into an apple. I will be making a trip either tomorrow or Tuesday to the Farmer’s Market. It would be so easy to bring a couple of apples with me and slice them or do whatever so he can swallow the cut up pieces without choking. Apples have a tendency to turn brown, so if I have everything with me, he will enjoy the freshness and the juice. If this works, I will be looking at other fruit as well. And yes, I hope to meet with the speech therapist sometime this week.
It’s that time again. I need to make something for my dinner and at the same time see if there is something hubby can enjoy. I have fish in the freezer that is calling my name along with baked potatoes.
Our weather is partly cloudy with wind. Some bigger gusts expected this afternoon. Temp is in the low 80s and tonight will be from the low to mid 60s. The humidity is low, so there will be no rain, though who knows what the rest of the week will bring.
Take care you three. Stay safe.
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Oodie, Hope you get a chance to try your SB backpack out before the 30 days are up. The potatoes sound good for dinner.
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Good evening I have found at least one of the cats the main one I wanted. This cat
is so nervous even after the thunderstorm I fed him real good. I never seen him eat
like that. I stocked up on healthy foods for him and the rest.I feel like the commercial where a woman thinks a racoon is a cat. You can bet I would
have a zoo in my house. I think I know where they are taking shelter and it is good.I hope your day went well. We keep checking sump pump to make sure water is going
out. The weekend was not boring hardly ever is as there is always something to do.The night is quiet in OZ. ✨🌹I think now mother nature can get back to normal.
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Good morning in S. California and welcome back. 😎😘🎈I hope you had a nice
time Utah. 💕Taci sorry you did not receive the bangles but at least you got your money back.
I am very surprised that happened. Oodie is right there is a 40% Sale and I believe
the last day is today.Hey get some rest and relax from your getaway. 😎 I was hoping SB Bag would work
for you. The color you see posted on the JM TS is the color of my set from her.I am feeling a lot better today I had something and it has went away. 😎
I am going to do a little gardening if the weather holds up.
Happy Trails To You. 🎶🎶
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Sheba, glad you are feeling better. It’s ok about the bangles as I also purchased a pair of earrings and bracelet that did arrive. I think someone intercepted some of those HD packages along the way. We were in just about every weather weather condition on our road trip. We have all been tired since getting back home. How did the cats do with the rain storms?
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Good afternoon in the ‘burgh. 😘🎈😎 I hope you are resting and your mother is having
a wonderful birthday weekend. 😎🎈I may plant a couple of flowers weather permitting. 😎
Just enjoy this day I would love to hear how your mother’s day is going. Please give her a birthday wish
from me. 😎Sending loving hugs to you and Jake. 😘💕
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Shoelady, Wishing your Mother a very Happy Birthday! 🍰
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Happy Sunday to you! I did see on the news the bad weather in the mid-west and hope all is upright in your area.😫
Very nice dinner with mom yesterday. As usual, too much food. Mom surprised me, she normally gets cheesecake for dessert but decided on a pecan ball. It was as big as a basketball so we all shared it.🏀😲 Took the strawberry cheesecake home.🍰 I sent a quiet toast to your dad in heaven.🙏
It is very warm in the ‘burgh, mid 80’s and tomorrow we may break a record with 88. Too early for this August weather.🔥 We broke a record for rain this April so everywhere is just crazy.
Hope you see the kitties tonight and all is well.🐈 Love and hugs to you and Poppy.🤗💖
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Thank you for the prayers for my dad. 🌹🌹I really appreciate the prayers.
I am so glad you had a great birthday celebration with your mom. I love her
choice for dessert and I have a feeling that Cherry Cheesecake is not going to
waste. LOL!The kitties are coming for food and I am so glad I saw them in the security camera. ✨✨
The night is quiet and think the animals need this to remain calm.
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Good morning in California wishing you a very nice Sunday Kitten. 🎈😎
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On the last Saturday in April, Independent Bookstore Day brings together the celebration of classics, entrepreneurship and the joy of browsing through aisles of books.
Make your way down to your locally owned bookstore where the shop owner knows your interests. Chat with other bibliophiles over collections or discover a new favorite. Introduce nieces and nephews to your childhood favorites and let them wow you with their knowledge of the latest trilogies. Get lost in biographies or historical fiction while debating the value of a mint condition cookbook from the 1860s.
HOW TO OBSERVE INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORE DAY
Independent bookstores offer a peaceful place and a community often filled with local authors and voices who share stories. Visit your local independent bookstore and discover more for your imagination. Use #IndependentBookstoreDay to share on social media.
HISTORY
Samantha Schoech founded Independent Book Store Day in 2014 celebrate the passionate booksellers and readers who love them.
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NATIONAL PRIME RIB DAY
National Prime Rib Day annually recognizes this special meal favorite on April 27th each year. Sometimes known as the “King of Meats,” Prime Rib is a choice cut from one of the eight prime cuts of beef.
A rubbed-on seasoned and then slow-roasted prime rib will give you a deliciously tender, tasty main course. Find many recipes and helpful “how to cook prime rib” guides on the internet for all to use. Some of the most common seasons used include garlic, salt, pepper, rosemary, onion, oregano, and thyme.
Depending on your preference, you might choose to serve your prime rib with fresh vegetables such as asparagus, broccoli, cauliflower, or Brussel sprouts. A variety of potatoes complement prime rib, too. Whether you like mashed, baked, or roasted potatoes, they will pair well with this hearty meal. Add a light salad or pasta dish, too. Don’t forget to serve your favorite wine or beer. Your guests will appreciate it.
Finish off the meal with a fruit-topped dessert. It’s definitely a meal worthy of a celebration!
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NATIONAL GUMMI BEAR DAY
Gummi bears are a sweet treat that brings joy to people of all ages. On April 27, let’s celebrate National Gummi Bear Day and the memorable treat of childhood that’s timelessly fun.
Few treats are as cute and sweet as gummi bears. Fruity and fun, these colorful chews have been charming us since 1922. That’s right, the gummi bear is 100 years old! HARIBO® founder Hans Riegel started the company in 1920 from his home kitchen. Two years later he created the world’s first gummi bear. Today, they’re known as Goldbears® are an iconic treat all over the world.
While chewing on that bit of information, remember gummi bears are also the perfect treat to share. The bite-sized pieces mean everyone can join the fun and celebrate National Gummi Bear Day together!
A CHEWY CELEBRATION
Inspire joy in friends and family with the gift of gummi bears.
Share how and why gummi bears bring you joy.
Join the conversation by using #NationalGummiBearDay on social media.
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NATIONAL BABE RUTH DAY
On April 27, baseball fans worldwide honor one of baseball’s all-time greatest players on National Babe Ruth Day.
George Herman “Babe” Ruth, Jr., born on February 6, 1895, in Baltimore, Maryland, was nicknamed “the Bambino” and “the Sultan of Swat.” Spending 22 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB), he played for three teams from 1914 to 1935.
Babe Ruth’s baseball career started as a pitcher for the Boston Red Sox. He became a full-time right-fielder when the New York Yankees bought his contract in 1919. Being one of the league’s most prolific hitters, he helped the Yankees win seven pennants and four World Series titles.
Ruth set career records during his career for home runs, slugging percentage, runs batted in, and on-base plus slugging. In 1927, he was the very first player to hit 60 home runs in one season.
Following a short stint with the Boston Braves, Ruth retired in 1935.In 1936, the National Baseball Hall of Fame elected Ruth as one of the first five players to be inducted into the Hall.
In 1946, after experiencing severe eye pain and difficulty swallowing, Babe Ruth was diagnosed with cancer. A year later on April 27, Ruth attended the newly proclaimed Babe Ruth Day and spoke briefly to a crowd of almost 60,000 people at Yankee Stadium.
At the age of 53, on August 16, 1948, at 8:01 pm, Babe Ruth died in his sleep.
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Welcome to our lovely community and enjoy this Saturday. 😎🎈
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Enjoy your weekend. 🎈😎
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Here is to a nice Saturday enjoy what ever you do. 😎🎈
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Good Afternoon and may this be a good day for you. Oodie I am so glad you have your
Van at last. 🎈😎Enjoy the Markets and Shopping. I hope your husband’s room mate is alright.
I am not feeling too hot today and I know this too will pass. 😎
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Have van will not travel…….I need to make an appointment for the usual maintenance. Just not sure at the moment where I will go and will discuss this with hubby when I see him later.
Today I am playing “Mrs.Fixit.” For some reason the disposal isn’t working and I have a feeling that it may be unplugged. If that’s the case, I save someone from coming out and if not, so be it.
As I mentioned yesterday, I have no idea where hubby’s roommate is. I surmise that between the time I left and the time hubby got up for breakfast that he may have gone to the hospital. I know the nurses and aides have an idea where he is and what the circumstances are. They just are keeping quiet. I am concerned and have a feeling that it could be life threatening. I am also disturbed on how they are treating my hubby. He has asked for an apple everyday this week. I was told not to bring it because he has problems swallowing. His problem may be swallowing, but it is also due to large bites and swallowing before completing the chewing process. He thinks he can gulp it down in one gulp. I will purchase an apple next time I’m at the market, but I will also meet with the speech therapist to see if there could be an alternative rather than pureeing the apple.
I hope you are safe and feeling better. Please take it easy today and do nothing.
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Oodie, Hello. Glad you have the Van. Well, yes, you know I have checked over there and saw the 40% but I really don’t need anything. If I see something once in a while then I will splurge.
Glad your bag is working out for you. Agree, lightweight is the way to go. Once you try the backpack you will understand. After filling the pockets my makeup pouch wouldn’t even fit in the center.
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Good Morning in S. California I hope you are enjoying your time away from things. 😎
Oz is alright today we still have some storms again heading this way.Enjoy the trails where ever you go.
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Sheba, a big hello. Read some older posts. Sorry about your procedure and I am so happy that you are doing well! Hope the weather clears up so you and Poppy can go for a walk. We were on a Utah Road trip and came back early since our vehicle experienced some issues after being on a crazy washboard road. Well, my bracelets never arrived and HD refunded me (and probably a few others). The Samantha Brown Backpack that I bought didn’t work out and doesn’t hold much. Had to buy a replacement while on the road. Now I am all set.
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Sorry to hear that you didn’t receive the bracelets. She has another deal online if you wish to check. I haven’t tried SB’s backpack. Sorry to hear it didn’t work out. I am using the hobo bag and love it. More than enough room for all my junk.😀😀😎😀🏜🏝 Best of all, it is lightweight.
The deal for HD is 40% off on everything.
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Good day in the ‘burgh. Enjoy this weekend with your mother and I want to wish her
a very Happy Birthday. 🎈💕😘😎I am just a wee bit under the weather. Enjoy everything today. 🎈😎
Sending good vibes to you and Jake. 💕🎈
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Good morning in California Kitten I hope this is a good Saturday for you and your
family. 😎💕
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To My Father In Heaven Happy Birthday.
Papa, Can You Hear Me?
SongGod – our heavenly Father
Oh God – and my father
Who is also in heaven
May the light
Of this flickering candle
Illuminates the night the way
Your spirit illuminates my soul
Papa, can you hear me?
Papa, can you see me?
Papa, can you find me in the night?
Papa, are you near me?
Papa, can you hear me?
Papa, can you help me not be
Frightened?
Looking at the skies
I seem to see a million eyes
Which ones are yours?
Where are you now that yersterday
Has waved goodbye
And closed its doors?
The night is so much darker.
The wind is so much colder
The world I see is so much bigger
Now that I’m alone
Papa, please forgive me
Try to understand me
Papa, don’t you know I had no choice?
Can you hear me praying
Anything I’m saying
Even though the night is filled
With voices?
I remember ev’rything you thaught me
Every book I’ve ever read
Can all the words in all the books
Help me to face what lies ahead?
The trees are so much taller
And I feel so much smaller
The moon is twice as lonely
And the stars are half as bright
Papa, how I love you.
Papa, how I need you.
Papa, how I miss you
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NATIONAL KIDS AND PETS DAY
National Kids and Pets Day on April 26th raises awareness of the importance of picking the right pet for children at the right time. It’s an important decision that can lead to a lifetime of bonding between pet and child.
The day also celebrates the bonds children and pets can share and a day to remember safety where our pets and children are concerned. There are many benefits of having a pet in a child’s life. From fostering natural nurturing abilities to developing responsibilities, pets have a lifelong impact on a child’s development.
It is also important to remember that small children as well as the pets may not know their limitations and should not be left alone with each other. They should always be supervised to prevent injury to both the child and the animal.
Even though dogs and cats are some of the most beloved pets in the United States, pet homelessness is a huge problem in the country. There are about 70 million stray animals in the United States. Up to 8 million of these animals end up in shelters. There are 3,500 animal shelters in the country. It’s at these animal shelters that pets receive a second chance. According to the ASPCA, over 3 million shelter animals are adopted each year.
No matter the breed, size, or demeanor of the human, or, canine, the shelter will take the time to find the right home for their animals. They schedule visits and have procedures in place to promote healthy adoptions for families and individuals. While some dogs have experienced injury or illness, the shelters work with veterinarians to heal the animals before making them available for adoption.
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NATIONAL PRETZEL DAY
National Pretzel Day on April 26th recognizes one of America’s favorite snacks. A bag of nice crunchy, salty pretzels or a big, warm, soft, cinnamon pretzel is the question of the day. Either one is an excellent choice.
There are a few different accounts of the origin of the pretzel. Most people agree that it does have a Christian background, and they were developed by the monks. According to The History of Science and Technology, in 610 AD, “an Italian monk invents pretzels as a reward to children who learn their prayers. He calls the strips of baked dough, folded to resemble arms crossing the chest, pretiola (little rewards).”
Another source puts the invention in a monastery in southern France. The looped pretzel may also be related to a Greek Ring bread from the communion bread used in monasteries a thousand years ago. In the Catholic Church, pretzels had a religious significance for both ingredients and shape. The loops in pretzels may have served a practical purpose; bakers could hang them on sticks, projecting upwards from a central column, as shown in Job Berckheyde’s (1681) painting.
The Pennsylvania Dutch immigrants introduced pretzels to North America in the 19th century. At this time, many handmade pretzel bakeries populated central Pennsylvania, and their popularity quickly spread. In the 20th century, soft pretzels became very popular in areas such as Philadelphia, Chicago, and New York.
More Pretzel Facts
Today, the average Philadelphian consumes about twelve times as many pretzels as the national average.
Pennsylvania is the center of American pretzel production for both hard and soft pretzels, producing 80% of the nation’s pretzels.
The annual United States pretzel industry is worth over $550 million.
The average American consumes about 1.5 pounds of pretzels per year.
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NATIONAL DISSERTATION DAY
National Dissertation Day on April 26th creates an annual reminder to continuing education students to maintain their focus and complete the pinnacle of their education.
The first doctoral degree was awarded in Paris in the mid-12th century. The doctorate of philosophy was conceived in Germany some 500 years later and is the direct precursor to the modern Ph.D. Today, universities in the U.S. award multiple research-based doctoral degrees. Many of those degrees are specific to a discipline of study. For example, the D.B.A (business), Ed.D. (education), D.N.P. (nursing), and Psy.D. (psychology) are all quite popular among professionals in industry, business, and private practice as opposed to traditional academia.
However, one thing these degree programs all have in common is the doctoral dissertation. Born of the master-apprentice relationship of the medieval trade guilds, the dissertation is the masterpiece of the doctoral process. To graduate, every doctoral student must complete an independent research project and write a dissertation – a book-length paper detailing every aspect of the project.
Each year in the U.S., over 50,000 people earn their doctoral degrees, successfully completing the grueling dissertation process. However, only about 50% of those who enroll in doctoral programs ever graduate. Meanwhile, that leaves another 50,000 students each year who withdraw from their doctoral programs without finishing their dissertations.
Tuition for most doctoral programs across the country exceeds $20,000 per year and can be significantly higher. Students spend 5-7 years pursuing their doctoral degrees, and often much more. Additionally, the money spent on tuition pales in comparison to the costs associated with postponing the increased earning potential enjoyed by doctoral graduates. Individuals with their doctoral degrees typically earn at least $20,000 more per year than those with their master’s degree.
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NATIONAL AUDUBON DAY
On April 26th each year, National Audubon Day honors the birth of John James Audubon (April 26, 1785 – January 27, 1851).
Audubon was a French-American ornithologist, naturalist, and painter noted for his extensive studies of American birds and his detailed illustrations of the birds in their natural habitats. Audubon’s greatest work wasThe Birds of America which is considered one of the finest ornithological works ever completed. His work in this book contains more than 700 North American bird species with 435 hand-colored, life-size prints of 497 bird species.
Spring is an excellent time to observe the birds John Audubon described and painted. As they migrate across the country, set out feeders to welcome them along their journey. Watch them from your window or while strolling on a path.
According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, at last count approximately 45 million people watch birds. They bird watch while they travel or all year long from their homes. Many trek around the country to see a bird for the first time in its natural habitat. So can you. Learn about their habitats and migration patterns. Or simply watch them for their color and song.
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Good Morning Peeps enjoy our lovely community on this rainy Friday. 😎🎈
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“Though nothing can bring back the hour/Of splendor in the grass, glory in the flower/We will grieve not. Rather find/Strengh in what remains behind…”
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Good morning in your corner of the world wishing you a nice Friday. 🎈😎
Enjoy your weekend with the family.
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Good afternoon in sunny Florida. Xango wishing you all the best and I hope you and your
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Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast of Florida. I hope all is going well for you.
Hey so far we have power. 😎🎈We are having hard rain and wind welcome Spring.Oodie I got my Andrew Lessman super fast I got them yesterday. 💕😎
I have other things coming later next week.
I am saying a prayer to your husband’s room mate and I hope he has someone to visit
him.Oodie this entire weekend will be rain and wind. I would love to send some to you. 💕
Let me know how you are doing today.
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Getting ready to get the van. I wanted to pop in to say please stay safe. I just saw your weather alerts and hope you three are OK. The larger storms will mostly occur overnight. Guess you will have one ear on a pillow and the other to listen for storm control. Hope all kitties are safe.
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Finally, after who knows how many months, van is here. The color is different, and, I must admit, I like it. It took over three hours to get the ride from Uber. Each time I phoned the Service Department, they would say the car would be here in five minutes. This is the last time I will ever use this dealership.
Did visit hubby. I was surprised to see that his roommate was nowhere to be seen. I assume he is in the hospital. Hubby said he had no idea he had left the room. I surmise that they had closed the curtains so that he couldn’t see him leave. When I asked where he was, no one seemed to know. His personal items were still in the room and his bed was made as if he would be returning. Very sad.
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Good morning in S. California and may this day find you doing well. Miss ya enjoy
your time away. 😎🎈😘No matter where you are Happy Trails To You. 🎶🎶
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Good afternoon in the ‘burgh. The entire Family were watching the Nuggets play and they
won. So family in Colorado are very happy.Oz does not have NBA Team and neither does our neighbor across the Stateline.
Hey enjoy the celebration this weekend with your mom eat, drink and be merry. 🎈😎
Any Cheese Cake will do as long as it is good.
Sending loving hugs to you and Jake. 😘
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Hi in Oz. Good luck with the weather, we have had so much rain and wind this month.⛈ And lots of flooding. Stay safe and hope you don’t lose electricity.
Went out today and bought three hanging flower baskets and two aloe plants that I have to re-pot for the back deck.🌺🌼🌸 Will do the front next month so all the deer can have a feast. No time to cook dinner so the pizza is ordered.🍕
Good luck to your family’s team.🏀 We don’t have a NBA team either so I’m not too into basketball.
Prayers for your dad tomorrow.🙏 Enjoy your pineapple upside down cake and I will enjoy the cheesecake whatever kind it is.🍰 Love and hugs to you, Poppy and the kitties.🤗💖
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Happy Birthday to your mom. I hope you enjoy the day. Your sister is someone very special and I am happy to see that the two of you share your love on this day and all others. May your mom continue to have good health and enjoy making additional memories.
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Good morning Kitten wishing you and your family a nice day on this Friday. 🎈😎
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Empowered Forgiveness
If we can remember that our response to others is important, we can begin to realize that honesty and forgiveness go hand in hand.
In life, there will always be times when we are negatively affected by the actions of another person. When this happens, we often receive an apology. More often than not, we say, “It’s all right,” or “ It’s okay.” By saying this, we are allowing, accepting, and giving permission for the behavior to happen again. When we say “thank you,” or “I accept your apology,” we are forced to sit in our feelings rather than ignore them.
There are many of us who feel that it is easier to brush off how we really feel than to express our discomfort with something that has happened to us. While this may initially seem like the best thing to do, what it does is put us into an unending pattern of behavior. Since we are not honest with another person, we continue the cycle of letting them overstep our emotional limits time and time again. By doing this, we place ourselves in the position of victim. We can put an end to this karmic chain by first acknowledging to the other person that we accept their request for forgiveness; often a simple “thank you” is enough. To truly create a greater sense of harmony in our relationship, however, we need to gently, and with compassion, express our innermost concerns about what has transpired. By taking a deep breath and calling upon the deepest parts of our spirit, we can usually find the right words to let the other person know the consequences of what they have done.
If we can remember that our response to others is important, we can begin to realize that trust and forgiveness go hand in hand. And when we react in a way that engenders a greater amount of honesty and candor, we will establish a more positive and empowering way of being and interacting with others.
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Peace Out Peeps enjoy your evening. 😎
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