Conversation – 26

Cruel Summer
Song by Bananarama

Hot summer streets and the pavements are burning
I sit around
Trying to smile but the air is so heavy and dry
Strange voices are sayin’ (what did they say?)
Things I can’t understand
It’s too close for comfort, this heat has got right out of hand
It’s a cruel, (cruel) cruel summer
Leavin’ me here on my own
It’s a cruel, (it’s a cruel) cruel summer
Now you’re gone
The city is crowded, my friends are away
And I’m on my own
It’s too hot to handle, so I got to get up and go
It’s a cruel, (cruel) cruel summer
Leavin’ me here on my own
It’s a cruel, (it’s a cruel) cruel summer
Now you’re gone
Gonna feel only it was
It’s a cruel, (cruel) cruel summer
(Leavin’ me) leavin’ me here on my own
It’s a cruel, (it’s a cruel) cruel summer
Now you’re gone
It’s a cruel, cruel summer
Leaving me here on my own
It’s a cruel, cruel summer
Now you’re gone
You’re not the only one
It’s a cruel, (cruel) cruel summer
(Leavin’ me) leavin’ me here on my own
It’s a cruel, (it’s a cruel) cruel summer
Now you’re gone
You’re not the only one
It’s a cruel, (cruel) cruel summer
(Leavin’ me) leavin’ me here on my own
It’s a cruel, (it’s a cruel) cruel summer
Now you’re gone
You’re not the only one
It’s a cruel…

NATIONAL GEORGIA DAY

Georgia was the 13th colony and the 4th state to enter the Union. On National Georgia Day we wanted to recognize the natural wonders and immense complexities of this bastion of Southern culture beyond the February celebration in the state of Georgia.

Georgia’s founder, James Oglethorpe, settled the colony’s first capital, Savannah. Georgia would go on to have four more capitals, Augusta, Louisville, Milledgeville and finally, Atlanta

Politically and socially, a divide has always seemed to exist. Considering Georgia was initially established as a barrier of fortification between South Carolina’s southern border and the Spanish settled in Florida, perhaps Georgia lived up to destiny.

To Sign or Not to Sign
Georgia initially prohibited slavery in 1735. Of the 13 original colonies, she was the only one to do so. The prohibition lasted 15 years. Leading up the Revolution, Georgia leaned toward supporting the crown and was the single colony not in attendance at the First Continental Congress.

During the Second Continental Congress, Georgia first sent one delegate, Lyman Hall. However, Hall didn’t vote because he only represented a single parish in Georgia. The colony later sent Button Gwinnett and George Walton as official delegates. All three signed the Declaration of Independence.

Wars were destructive for Georgia. Her people and the economy suffered, and the resistance to social change persisted.

During the 20th century, industrial and technological advancements found a niche in Georgia’s economy. A hub for airlines, military bases and international corporations, Georgia rebounded once more.

NATIONAL HAIR GLOSS DAY

On August 3, we raise awareness around the benefits of salon hair gloss services on National Hair Gloss Day.

The root of beautiful, healthy hair lies with hair professionals. These trained professional stylists know what’s best for your mane and keep you looking fabulous. Whether your maintenance schedule is low key, or you go for the color, cut and style, we rely on hair professionals to bring out our personality in their craft. Perfect for refreshing color and enhancing your hair’s natural shine, a hair gloss leaves you with healthier looking and feeling hair.

Mane Concept
What is hair gloss? Hair gloss is like lip gloss, meaning it adds a special coating that makes hair shine. In technical terms, hair gloss is a treatment that seals the cuticle of the hair to enhance hair tone. When hair gloss is applied, the cuticle become smooth showing radiant hair tone and sheen. In addition, hair professionals love to get to know their customers. This is how the stylist forms a relationship to provide better hair care and color. In fact, it is a great opportunity to create a bond between professional and customer resulting in a life-long friendship.

If you are looking to try a new shade or change your hair color for the first time, a hair gloss application is for you. Also known as demi-permanent hair color, hair gloss is a gentler form of color that fades gradually over time, meaning you won’t get harsh root regrowth. With results that can last anywhere from 4-6 weeks, a hair gloss service is the perfect way to try that new shade while achieving shiny, healthy-looking hair.

Benefits of Hair Gloss
Hair damage is the best reason to get a hair gloss treatment. Hair damage is caused by a variety of reasons, such as:

Styling with heat tools
Tap water
Mechanical damage.
Hair professionals often explain to customers why their hair is damaged. Listening to your hair professional about care for your hair not only helps you take better care of your hair, but it also helps during visits to the salon.

While stylists typically use glosses as a way to tone, color-correct, refresh, and add shine to hair, there are countless reasons to get a Gloss Service. Hair glosses are one of the most versatile professional hair treatments available. It provides beautiful and personalized end results. Plus with the right gloss, you will have health benefits for your strands.

Color without commitment
Refreshes hair color between appointments.
Color correct brassy hair.
You get glass hair results.
Gives your hair a pick-me-up.
Hair color is subtle, not drastic.

NATIONAL SUNFLOWER DAY

Celebrating happiness is what we do at National Day Calendar. So, it makes perfect sense to celebrate the first Saturday in August as National Sunflower Day. Join us all day as we spread joy about the happiest flower on earth.

Sunflowers are said to be a symbol of adoration, loyalty, and longevity. Their bright yellow color is a sign of happiness, friendship, and intelligence. Much like the sun, sunflowers mirror vibrancy and give off an energy of life. National Sunflower Day reminds us to show our inner sunshine, while taking the opportunity to share one of the earth’s most beautiful flowers.

Historically, sunflowers have been around since about 1000 BC. Native Americans used sunflowers as a valuable food source, oil, paint, textile, and during ceremonies. Interestingly, some archaeologists believe sunflowers may have been cultivated before corn. Today, sunflowers are still being used as a source of food, oils, and beauty treatments.

SANDCASTLE DAY

Today is August 5 on the National Day Calendar and we are celebrating the childhood pastime of building sandcastles on Sandcastle Day. The weather is beautiful with warm temperatures and the days are long enough to enjoy it exploring outdoors, especially using our imagination to build an enormous sand castle.

Summertime is the best time for adventures for families. The weather is beautiful with warm temperatures and the days are long enough to enjoy it exploring outdoors. Nature is at its best with flowers in bloom, colorful landscapes, blue skies, and beautiful green trees. Sandcastle Day is one of those National Days where families can embark on a creative adventure together. Whether you go to the beach, play in the backyard sandbox, or go to a park with sand, you and your family will spend hours celebrating today’s National Day.

Building a sandcastle is the perfect opportunity for anyone to release some creativity. The best thing about building a sandcastle is you don’t need anything expensive to make one. You can grab items from your kitchen, like cups, spoons, forks, bowls, and more and build the most amazing sandcastle. This is one carefree activity that brings back happy childhood memories, while making new ones! Plus, it’s inexpensive and requires no special skills.

NATIONAL DISC GOLF DAY

Grab your discs and call up your friends! The first Saturday in August is National Disc Golf Day! Ready! Set! Throw!

Enthusiasts have been playing disc golf since the 1960s. The game became a formalized sport in the 1970s. In the beginning, targets were nothing more than tree trunks or wooden posts cemented into the ground. As the game progressed, courses replaced trees and posts with metal baskets with chains. The chains added the benefit of helping to catch the discs. Initially, the metal baskets were called a Disc Golf Pole Hole. However, today, these modern-day targets come in dozens of design variations with the same general idea and technical specifications in mind.

Disc golf and traditional golf share many common characteristics. For example, both sports include a goal of reaching each target with the fewest number of strokes; or in the case of disc golf, throws.

Disc golf and traditional golf share many common characteristics. For example, both sports include a goal of reaching each target with the fewest number of strokes; or in the case of disc golf, throws.

INTERNATIONAL HANGOVER DAY

Every year on the day after International Beer Day we welcome International Hangover Day to mark our day of recovering from the international beer holiday. Hopefully a few of our hangover remedies help you recover quicker.

Beer is the most widely consumed alcoholic beverage in the world. In fact, beer is the third most popular drink overall. Only water and tea are more popular than beer.

Which Countries that Consume the Most Beer?

Czech Republic
Namibia
Austria
Germany
Poland
Ireland
Romania

Many people in these countries and others enjoy the benefits of drinking beer. This cool, refreshing beverage is more nutritious than other kinds of alcoholic drinks. Additionally, beer drinkers who drink in moderation can reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease. Beer also helps reduce stress and even strengthen the bones. One more reason people enjoy drinking beer is it’s a great way to socialize. The one major drawback of beer is that drinking too much could cause a hangover the next day.