Donor Day is a holiday that celebrates all those people who have helped save people’s lives by donating blood, marrow, tissue, and even organs. It’s a holiday that drives home exactly how amazing and giving the human spirit is because it pays tribute to so many people who have donated of themselves, often to help save the life of someone they’ve never met.
So, how can you celebrate Donor Day? It’s quite easy, and don’t worry because you don’t have to go out and actually find someone who needs an organ. You can take a small step by donating some blood, which is a completely painless process. However, your blood could be instrumental in saving someone’s life because blood transfusions are responsible for saving millions of lives annually.
Finding out where you can donate blood is relatively simple. You can conduct an online search to find out where you can donate in your local area. You could also speak to your doctor, who’ll be able to give you all the information you need. There are also apps available that not only show how many people require a certain blood type at any one time but also organ, tissue, and marrow requirements.
Donor Day is all about being selfless and giving of yourself to save another person’s life. It’s a celebration of everything that’s wonderful about humanity, and a holiday we should all be celebrating.
Word of the Day
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| Definition: | (noun) Extreme dislike or aversion. | ||
| Synonyms: | revulsion, repulsion, horror | ||
| Usage: | Does any secret repugnance, or any hereditary dislike, exist between you and her family? | ||
Idiom of the Day
gut-wrenching— Agonizing; extremely distressing, unpleasant, or emotionally disturbing; having a severe effect on one's feelings. |
History
Israeli Knesset Convenes for the First Time (1949)
| In 1948, following a failed attempt by the UN to divide Palestine, which had been under British mandate, the nation of Israel proclaimed its independence. The first legislative assembly, or Knesset, convened in February 1949 and succeeded the Assembly of Representatives that had functioned as the Jewish community's parliament during the Mandate era. The prime minister and the president are responsible to the Knesset, whose members are elected by popular vote. |
Renée Fleming (1959)
| Fleming is an American soprano who specializes in opera and lieder, a type of German art song intended for soloists. The daughter of two music teachers, Fleming graduated from SUNY Potsdam in 1981 with a degree in music education and went on to study at Eastman School of Music and Juilliard. Her professional debut was in Austria in 1986. She has won numerous awards for her roles in opera and for the classical music she has recorded. |
Birthday of Richard Allen
| The son of two slaves, Richard Allen (1760-1831) was born in Philadelphia on this day. By the time he was 26 years old, he had saved enough money to buy his way out of slavery, and soon after that he established America's first African-American church. Allen's work among African Americans expanded at such a rapid rate that in 1816 he had to expand the organization of his church nationwide. Members of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church commemorate the birth of their founder and first bishop on this day. |
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1803 - Moses Coates received a patent for the apple parer.
1849 - The first photograph of a U.S. President, while in office, was taken by Matthew Brady in New York City. President James Polk was the subject of the picture.
1859 - Oregon became the 33rd member of the Union.
1903 - The U.S. Department of Commerce and Labor was established.
1912 - Arizona was admitted as the 48th U.S. state.
1920 - The League of Women Voters was founded in Chicago. The first president of the organization was Maud Wood Park.
1932 - The U.S. won the first bobsled competition at the Winter Olympic Games at Lake Placid, NY.
1946 - ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer) was unveiled. The device, built at the University of Pennsylvania, was the world's first general purpose electronic computer.
1954 - The TV show "Letter to Loretta" changed its name to "The Loretta Young Show." The show premiered on September 20, 1953.
1962 - U.S. First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy gave a tour of the White House on television.
1966 - Rick Mount of Lebanon, IN, became the first high school, male athlete to be pictured on the cover of "Sports Illustrated".
1974 - The Captain and Tennille were married.
1980 - Walter Cronkite announced his retirement from the "CBS Evening News."
1983 - A 6-year-old boy became the first person to receive a heart and liver transplants in the same operation.
2003 - In Madrid, Spain, a ceramic plate with a bullfighting motif painted by Pablo Picasso in 1949 was stolen from an art show. The plate was on sale for $12,400.
2005 - The video-sharing website YouTube was activated.
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Valentine's Day History
Valentine's Day is a celebration of love and friendship. The idea of Valentine's Day seems to have originated during the Middle Ages, somewhere around the 14th or 15th century. The holiday derived its name from two Roman martyrs for love, both named Valentine.
The first Valentine was beheaded on February 14th, but not before leaving a note signed from your Valentine for his lady. The second Valentine was supposedly a bishop who secretly married young couples, an act that was forbidden by the Roman Emperor who wanted young men to first serve as soldiers before marrying. Valentine ignored the law and was beheaded on February 14. An ancient Roman festival called Lupercalia, a celebration for which young men randomly chose the name of a young girl to escort to the festivities, has also been linked to the origins of Valentine's Day. Since then, the custom of selecting a sweetheart on February 14th has spread through Europe and its colonies and transformed itself into the celebration of love and friendship that we know today.
The first Valentine was beheaded on February 14th, but not before leaving a note signed from your Valentine for his lady. The second Valentine was supposedly a bishop who secretly married young couples, an act that was forbidden by the Roman Emperor who wanted young men to first serve as soldiers before marrying. Valentine ignored the law and was beheaded on February 14. An ancient Roman festival called Lupercalia, a celebration for which young men randomly chose the name of a young girl to escort to the festivities, has also been linked to the origins of Valentine's Day. Since then, the custom of selecting a sweetheart on February 14th has spread through Europe and its colonies and transformed itself into the celebration of love and friendship that we know today.
Valentine's Day Facts & Quotes
- Symbols for Valentine's day include hearts, chocolate, flowers, and Cupid - the Roman God of Love.
- 52% of US consumers will send out at least 1 Valentine's Day card, 47% will send candy, and 34% will send flowers.
- In 2012, consumers spent over $13.19 billion on Valentine' Day.
- 180 million Valentine's Day Cards were sent in 2012.
Love looks not with the eyes but with the mind. And therefore is winged Cupid painted blind.
- William Shakespeare (A Midsummer Night's Dream)
Valentine's Day Top Events and Things to Do
- Send someone you care for a Valentine's Day card. Take the time to write a small note or love poem inside. Sign it, from your Valentine.
- Go to a special romantic dinner with your sweetheart. Tip: Book early as this is one of the busiest days of the year for restaurants.
- Watch the movie Valentine's Day (2010) or the Notebook (2004). Both are romance movies with star casts.
- Send a Secret Valentine to someone several days before, and then reveal your identity on February 14th.
- Remember other important people in your life, such as your parents, grandparents and old friends. Send them a small card or gift to remind them of how much you care.
Pictures of the day
Saudade, an oil on canvas painting completed in 1899 by José Ferraz de Almeida Júnior. The Portuguese word saudade refers to a deep emotional state of nostalgic or profound melancholic longing for a beloved, and often connotes a repressed knowledge that the object of longing might never return. Once described as "the love that remains" after someone is gone, saudade now refers to a sense that someone or something that should be present is missing.
This Arctic Island Sanctuary is Ringed by Cliffs
and Home to 400,000 Breeding Birds
Located in Nunavut, Canada, Prince Leopold Island is one of the most important multi-species seabird colonies in the Arctic
knit. 6 - 24 mths
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Got You Covered Pants pattern by Bernat Design Studio
We’ve Got You Covered with these precious knit overalls for baby. Featuring an acorn motif on the front, this pattern is knit in Bernat Softee Baby.
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Mesh Lace Scarf pattern by Patons
The Mesh Lace Scarf is a simply beautiful scarf, easily knit in Patons Peak.
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Something Special Gift Bags pattern by Gretchen Tracy
This cute little gift bag pattern is a perfect way to use up your scraps and dress up your gifts (and get out of the doldrums of summer knitting). Make your own wit...
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Udina pattern by Norah Gaughan
This seamless, top down sweater features a very special cable knitted with two cable needles and a system of knit and purl stitches.
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Talca Lace Tunic pattern by Kim Rutledge
Sizes available S (M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X), see notes
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Evening Shawl pattern by Craftown.com
Notes: Spinnerin Startime yarn is no longer available. Based on the hook size, I suspect that this is a DK/sport weight. Per the Craftown.com forums, some crocheter...
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Playing cats
crochet
thanks, Phyllis
Wandering Vines
RECIPE
thanks, Shelley
CROCKPOT RECIPE
thanks, Anita
SWEETS
thanks, Helen
S'more Bites - Under 100 Calories Each!
ADULT COLORING
CRAFTS
Freeze ice gems for your yard with balloons.
For when your winterized front yard needs a slight upgrade.
CHILDREN'S CORNER ... Two Valentine's Day
Dot to Dot Games
thanks, Iris
PUZZLE
Bridge over Forest Jigsaw Puzzle
QUOTE
CLEVER
thanks, Helen
Happier than a pig in mud
VALENTINE'S DAY TREE!
I still love using the little silver tinsel tree for Valentine's Day, lots of sparkle and white twinkle lights help brighten up January and February.
New this year: I didn't put the small white and red clip on bird ornaments away after Christmas.
They are cute and a good scale for this little tree.
Love the delicate hand blown beaks on the red birds.
It's a sweet little tree and a great idea!
EYE OPENER
thanks, Patty
STOP TO SMELL THE FLOWERS
The saying “stop and smell the roses” isn’t always taken literally. Typically when we use that term it means to slow down and enjoy the every day wonders of life.
For these animals the “stop and smell the roses” saying was taken quite literally.
From a ferocious big cat to a tiny little rodent, these animals know how to slow down and smell the roses, wildflowers, and other wonderful smelling creations of mother nature that are all around them.
They stop even when the flowers are bigger than them.
They are willing to put in the extra effort to smell the flowers.
If only we could all stop and smell the roses.
This cat hopped up on the table to smell the flowers.
Pure joy.
Words can’t describe how adorable this is.
Even a fox stops to smell a flower.
With their powerful scent abilities dog’s must have a field day in a garden.
Kitten’s even master the art of stopped to smell the roses.
Every type of animal looks adorable while smelling or tasting the flowers.
So amazing.
Forget taking flight, this owl is stopping to smell the flowers.
I bet this rabbit spent all day smelling these flowers.
Such an adorable Raccoon.
Look at this little critter holding the flower gently as they smell it.
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