Winnie the Pooh Day January 18, 2017

DIANE'S CORNER ... Celebrate Winnie the Pooh Day

One of the cuddliest holidays around has to be Winnie the Pooh Day, celebrated on the birthday of author A A Milne. It’s one special anniversary fans just can’t bear to miss! Every year, the occasion is marked with events such as teddy bears’ picnics, featuring plenty of honey on the menu.

Winnie the Pooh first appeared on the printed page in 1926, together with friends Piglet, Tigger and Eeyore. All of them were based on toys owned by the author’s son, who also featured in the famous stories as Christopher Robin. The character later starred in a series of much-loved Disney films. One extra-special way to mark the day is to visit Pooh Corner in Hartfield, East Sussex, where the books were written. You can pick up a map to follow in the characters’ footsteps, and even play a game of Poohsticks on the original bridge.

Word of the Day

ecesis
Definition:	(noun) The successful establishment of a plant or animal species in a habitat.
Synonyms:	establishment
Usage:	The ecologists were especially interested in ensuring the ecesis of the endangered species in the wildlife refuge.

thanks for sharing 'brothers/sisters from other mothers,' joan

Idiom of the Day

holy crickets  — An exclamation of surprise, shock, or astonishment.

History

Archibald Alexander Leach, AKA Cary Grant (1904)

Grant performed with an acrobatic comedy troupe in England before he found parts in stage musicals. After he made his film debut in 1932, his debonair charm, good looks, and distinctive voice made him a popular star in sophisticated comedies such as Bringing Up Baby, His Girl Friday, and The Philadelphia Story. He also starred in many Alfred Hitchcock thrillers, including North by Northwest. 

St. Sebastian's Day Festival (Zinacantán)

In Zinacantán, Chiapas State, Mexico, there is a celebration for several days in honor of St. Sebastian that marks the transfer of authority from the Big Alcalde (or chief magistrate) to his successor. There is an elaborate ritual during which he hands over an image of San Sebastian and other symbols of his authority. The festival also features a jousting pantomime, dancing to the rhythm of a special drum, two feasts, and a mock healing ceremony. The connection between the Día de San Sebastián festivities and the martyrdom of St. Sebastian, however, remains obscure.

Massive Strolling Alligator Enthralls Tourists at Fla. Nature Reserve - and on Video

The Florida alligator refused to wow the small crowd, if it noticed them, with a burst of speed as it crossed the grassy path. Its size was enough

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1778 - English navigator Captain James Cook discovered the Hawaiian Islands, which he called the "Sandwich Islands." 

1886 - The Hockey Association was formed in England. This date is the birthday of modern field hockey. 

1896 - The x-ray machine was exhibited for the first time. 

1911 - For the first time an aircraft landed on a ship. Pilot Eugene B. Ely flew onto the deck of the USS Pennsylvania in San Francisco harbor. 

1929 - Walter Winchell made his debut on radio. 

1939 - Louis Armstrong and his orchestra recorded "Jeepers Creepers." 

1958 - Willie O'Ree made his NHL debut with the Boston Bruins. He was the first black player to enter the league. 

1965 - Barbra Streisand and Bobby Darin sang for Lyndon Johnson's presidential inauguration. 

1975 - "The Jeffersons" debuted on CBS-TV. 

1978 - Neil Sedaka received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. 

Jerry Yang and David Filo, Yahoo's founders

1995 - The "yahoo.com" domain was created.

1995 - A network of caves were discovered near the town of Vallon-Pont-d'Arc in southern France. The caves contained paintings and engravings that were 17,000 to 20,000 years old. 

DAILY SQU-EEK

If You Were Born Today, January 18

While you are essentially conservative and of a practical mind, you do have an emotional and impulsive streak. There is an inner restlessness in you that can sometimes be at the root of dramas in your life if you examine it closely. You prefer to be self-taught, finding much to enjoy in learning new things through your own studies. Poised, dynamic, and benevolent, you are an intriguing mix of intuition and practicality. Famous people born today: Cary Grant, Kevin Costner, A. A. Milne, Danny Kaye.

READERS INFO

1. The Banff Mountain Film Festival

When :      Jan 26

Location:  Canadore College - The Weaver Theatre , 100                       College Dr, North Bay, Ontario, Canada

Contact: Banff Mountain Film Festival Tour 2016-2017

Details

Tickets $20 and your ticket stub is good for 10% off at Lefebvre’s Source for Adventure.

Tickets are available at Lefebvres Source for Adventure: Lefebvres Source For Adventure | Facebook

Buy Tickets Online

if available, they will be sold at the door.

Here are some reviews:

“This film festival is always inspiring, illuminating and fear inducing! Always amazing and life changing just to watch these films.”

“I appreciate films about topics I did not previously understand or even know existed.”

“We have been attending banff films for years, and really look forward to the amazing variety and awesome accomplishments of so many, from either side of the lens!”

“So thrilled to be able to attend these films. Absolutely changes your outlook on how you live your days ? I am wanting to explore every day… life is an adventure to be had!”

Cost

$20

2. what fun it is to look through janet's blog for inspiration!

Knitting Swatches

Pictures of the day

Bathsheba is a figure from the Hebrew Bible. She is most known for the story in which she was summoned by King David, who had seen her bathing, seduced her, and impregnated her. As Bathsheba was already married to a soldier named Uriah, David attempted to recall Uriah so he would re-consummate his marriage. When this attempt failed, David arranged for Uriah to be killed in battle so that he could marry Bathsheba. Though the child of this union died in infancy, Bathsheba later bore David's heir, Solomon.

This 1654 painting by Willem Drost, titled Bathsheba Holding King David's Letter, is one of numerous paintings depicting the story of Bathsheba. It is contemporaneous with Rembrandt's Bathsheba at Her Bath, which likewise depicts the nude subject holding a letter from David.

Historic Photos of Detroit and their Modern Day Equivalent

“Detroit: Evolution of a City” is an incredible study of the growth, decline and revival of the city of Detroit through historic and present-day pictures.

knit

thanks, helen

Marian pattern by Jane Richmond

knit

Eyelet and Rib Pullover

knit, 0 - 12 mths

Cowboy Booties pattern by Corinne Fourcade

knit

thanks, sally

Monster Pillow

knit - VALENTINE'S DAY

Valentine Heart Socks pattern by Sharon "Soxie" Philbrick

crochet

Lil' Piggy Tri-ami

crochet

A Free Crochet Pattern: Peacock Hood

crochet

Seaside Ruana pattern by Tamara Kelly

				Seaside Ruana pattern by Tamara Kelly The Seaside Ruana is very simple to make - no increases or decreases, just a simple rectangle that splits in two. It’s one size fits most, and that includes my size...
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crochet

How to Crochet a Rope Basket with a Rectangle Base

crochet - VALENTINE'S DAY

One Sheepish Girl | DIY Crochet Lips Sweater

RECIPE

thanks, gloria

Dirty Fries

CROCKPOT RECIPE

Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes - Family Fresh Meals

SWEETS

Brown Sugar Bruleed Grapefruit

http://www.adventuregathereat.com/brown-sugar-bruleed-grapefruit/

ADULT COLORING 

CHILDREN'S CORNER ... can you spot the differences (7)?

PUZZLE

Butterfly Black Blue Jigsaw Puzzle

QUOTE

 

CLEVER

thanks, joan

Now that I am retired & need a little extra income to get me through,

I got my new snow plow ready for the cold and snowy winter.

So just let me know when you need your sidewalks cleaned ...

I can probably work out a good rate for you as long as we keep it under the table!

For all you other retirees, I'm thinking of setting up a dealership and 

Will be selling these new snow plows starting in early January

Note...Franchises will be available in December as well.....

  

EYE OPENER

thanks, shelley

What is the best time of day to exercise, if my goal is weight loss?

Ask Well: The Best Time to Exercise to Lose Weight