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RAINBOW BRIDGE REMEMBRANCE DAY

Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day on August 28 sets aside a day to remember the pet companions we’ve lost.

The death of a pet, whether furry, feathered, or an uncommon variety, is felt deeply. They become family and a familiar part of our lives. Mourning their death is different for everyone, and the observance provides a way to help heal the ache of loss.

The pain of loss is real. As each person travels through their grief, we remember the companionship and comfort they provided to us. Don’t forget that part of the relationship included care provided by you. The empty space left by the loss of a beloved pet is sometimes a difficult void to overcome.

Celebrate the home you provided and the joy your beloved pet brought you in return. When you are ready, you will know the time has arrived to find a new ‘critter’ to replace the emptiness felt. There are many animals yet to find a home. In time, you can be their new home.

NATIONAL THOUGHTFUL DAY

August 28 brings with it an opportunity to demonstrate how we value each other. National Thoughtful Day sets aside a celebration meant to bring goodwill in a variety of ways. By serving the day with a spirit of generosity toward others, a ripple effect takes place.

What encompasses a thoughtful day? Sometimes it’s an awareness of fulfilling another’s needs. Whether they are celebrating something already or need a pick-me-up, being aware generates a multitude of thoughts that result in thoughtful acts. It can be a small token or an inspirational word. Either way, your thoughtfulness makes others feel special.

And many times, those special people in our lives will reciprocate in kind. While it is usually not expected when we’re being thoughtful, it tends to happen anyway.

Being thoughtful also creates an interchange of thoughts and ideas that spur even more thoughtfulness. One simple act or word can generate new friendships, cause a plan to develop or a garden to grow. Who knows where your thoughtfulness will lead!

A thoughtful day also gives us perspective. We pause a moment to think of another and not ourselves. Our consideration for others brings kindness to the world that would otherwise be missing.

And while all these reasons matter, one of the most important reasons to celebrate National Thoughtful Day is that it is necessary. Imagine all the lives we touch and how a single thoughtful act can impact them for a lifetime. Thoughtfulness is a necessity we cannot live without.

NATIONAL RED WINE DAY

On August 28, National Red Wine Day ushers in the flavors of fall. As the grapes ripen and signal a time for warmer sips, wine drinkers know reds mean tailgating and spicy foods.

Throughout the year, wine days afford us the opportunity to taste and learn about the differences between wines. Earlier this month National Prosecco Day gave us the last bubbly rays of summer. Now we savor the best of the season with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot noir, Port, and Syrah.

Red wine varietals produce deep ruby reds as well as subtle ambers and browns. Their beautiful colors hint at the coming change in the season. With that, we can look for delicious menu changes, too. Besides, what better way to enjoy a great bottle of wine than by pairing it with excellent company and food. Restaurants around the country will be happy to oblige throughout the celebration. Be sure to check out the latest menus from appetizers to desserts.

Don’t fear the red, either. Even if you prefer a sweeter wine, there’s a red for you. Also, blends offer a way to enjoy the best of both wine worlds. And don’t fret. Red, red wine pairs well with salad, steak, dessert and so much more.

If you’re hesitant, attend a wine tasting. There you will learn more each time and find the wine that fits not only your palate but your cooking style, too.

NATIONAL CHERRY TURNOVER DAY

National Cherry Turnover Day on August 28 praises a tasty and sweet hand pie. These cherry-filled pastries are best enjoyed hot. However, like any pie, many eat them at room temperature, too. Add a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream. No doubt your enjoyment will be doubled.

Cherry turnovers are a pastry made by placing a cherry filling on a piece of dough. The dough is folded over and sealed. Then, the individual turnovers are baked or deep-fried for a golden and flaky crust. Tart cherries make the best pies. Since they need added sugar to be palatable, their juices meld with the sugar when baking. The results are tasty perfection!

A turnover a single serving. They fit nicely in a hand, making them portable. Another name for turnover is hand pie. However, we recommend a fork and plate when eating them piping hot.

FUN CHERRY FACTS:

Related to plums, peaches, and nectarines, cherries are drupes or stone fruits.
Cherries were brought to North America in the 1600s by the English colonists.
There are more than 1,000 varieties of cherries in the United States.
There is an average of 44 cherries in one pound.

@oodiebom,

Good evening I am so sorry for your water main break. Oodie I am in the middle of a
thunderstorm here in OZ and we have thousands of people without power. Hubby on
his way from work said several trees are down. Oh Snap!

I am watching and hoping the cats come to eat they hate the storms. I have a clear look
in our security camera.

I miss Posh, Bichon08 and Cherie. 😎🎈💕Those girls were so much fun. Hey what about
our Fairmaiden? I know her husband was real sick and so was she for a while. Faire was funny
and had a great sense of humor. 💕I do my best in the Community I use what I have. 😎

Please check in and let me know how you are doing and be careful if it is raining.
My you had a busy night.

Oodie I have a major sinus headache the pollen count was very high today. Well shizzle!

Peace Out Peeps enjoy your evening and stay cool and safe. 😎

@sheba2011

I also remember the many postings from Cherie and the other person from West Palm area. I sometimes wondered what happened to both and also to Posh. The last we heard from the bichon’s was when they were caring for a friend that had been diagnosed with cancer. Then they seemed to disappear. I just hope they are both OK. Posh was interesting and with her husband working on Broadway, things became real tough during the epidemic crisis. I hope she will return someday but in Community people come and go all the time. Another person I haven’t seen in a while is Nadia (I think that’s her name). She was from the Catskills, an area that hubby and I frequented from time to time. Beautiful mountains and gorgeous scenery. One of the most beautiful drives. This is one reason why we do not take the I-95 corridor.

@sheba2011

Still no water and it is approaching 4 pm. . When I arrived home last night, the first thing I did was check the faucets. It was 9:30 pm. No water. Checked e-mail and found a note that the water would be on for about an hour and I surmised I missed it. Then read further and discovered that leaving the water on would not help the situation so they kept it off. So disheartening. I have not been able to do a thing. At the moment I am contemplating a hotel room which means I will need to go about 50 miles from here. Being local, hotels/motels will not give you a room unless you are an out of towner or a hurricane is approaching. Not sure yet what I will do. I assume the people who are working on this will call it a day between 4:30 pm and 5 pm. Thank goodness for bottled water.

What I didn’t mention was that around 6 pm last night we were hit what started as torrential rain that became a giant thunderstorm. The last time I saw this occur was when we were hit with the rain from Ernesto. This lasted a good 45 minutes or so. Going home around 9 pm it was raining again. My car was parked against a curb since everything else was full. Just as I was leaving the alarms went off. The door to hubby’s room was closed. The bell on the wall showed red. I assumed it was a fire drill. I went out to the hallway and found all access doors were closed and the firemen were now entering the building. I headed to the ladies room and by the time I came out everything was back to normal. I left shortly after. I assume it was not a drill. Going home was a different story. There was a lot of water on the roads. No problem. I was able to circumvent the areas without difficulty and arrived home OK. As far as today goes, not sure if I will be seeing hubby. The last note I received is that the worker’s will not be returning home until the water is on. I will definitely find a hotel on the other side of Tampa if need be. I will update when there is something to say. I am absolutely livid……..

@kittengirl,

Good morning Kitten in California thinking of you always. 🎈😎

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. 😎🎈😘I have the A/C on all week. I am longing for fall. 💕

Just relax today and do as little as possible as you have a lot going on.

Thank you for your prayers as I came very close to being hit. Lady remember when my
relative was hit and ran over by a driver and left there? A Good Samaritan help save
his life by standing over him and getting help. All the construction in the area does not
help.

Stay safe out there. Sending cool hugs to you and Jake. 🎈💕😎🎈