Mother, sisters, wives, girlfriends and fiancees…what would we ever do without them? Nobody can honestly say we don’t owe an enormous amount to the women in our lives, from the mothers who made us chicken soup when we were sick as children, to the sisters who helped us decide what to wear on our first date, to the wives who somehow manage to juggle both a career and a family, never missing a beat. Women’s Day is all about celebrating these incredible people and showing them how much we love, respect and value them. This holiday is perhaps especially important in parts of the world where women are still forced to deal with shocking inequality on a daily basis and is meant to raise awareness of the challenges and struggles faced by these women. Women’s Day celebrates women’s history, highlighting key events, milestones and achievements, and aims to further promote and raise awareness of women’s rights and to achieve equal opportunity status in all walks of life.
It may come as a rather sad surprise that Women’s Day was first celebrated on February 28th, 1909 in New York. Two years later, German socialist Luise Zietz proposed that the holiday become an annually observed one that would celebrate various women’s issues, such as suffrage, so as to promote equal rights for women. The first few Women’s Days were celebrated in a quite different fashion than they are nowadays, with hundreds of demonstrations taking place in Europe. During these demonstrations, women demanded they finally be given both the right to vote and to hold public office. Employment sex discrimination was also an important issue. In 1917, the Women’s Day demonstrations in Saint Petersburg, Russia, helped initiate the February Revolution, when women marched through the city demanding an end to World War I. This shocked even Leon Trotsky, who, much like other Russian leaders of the day, did not expect the Women’s Day protests to cause that much of a stir. Until 1977, Women’s Day was celebrated mainly in socialist countries. It was only after the United Nations General Assembly’s decision to proclaim March 8th International Women’s Day that the holiday gained worldwide popularity.
Word of the Day
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| Definition: | (adjective) Resembling a marsh; soggy. | ||
| Synonyms: | boggy, marshy, miry, mucky, muddy, sloughy, swampy | ||
| Usage: | The ground near the lake was wet and quaggy underfoot. | ||
Anselm Keifer
Idiom of the Day
honours are even— Both sides are equally matched; the contest is equal or level; neither side has been victorious. Primarily heard in UK.
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History
New York Stock Exchange Is Founded (1817)
The first agreement to form a stock exchange in New York was made in 1792 by 24 brokers standing under a buttonwood tree on Wall Street. The New York Stock Exchange was formally founded 25 years later. The exchange provided capital for the industrialization of the US in the 19th century and is today the world's largest securities market.
Anselm Kiefer (1945)
One of the most prominent figures in late 20th-century neoexpressionism, Anselm Kiefer is a German painter and sculptor. In 1966, he abandoned law studies to pursue art. He studied with Joseph Beuys in the 1970s and began producing artwork that dealt starkly with taboos and dark periods in German history. His later works address mythological, classical, and biblical subjects.
Fiesta of San Juan de Dios
| San Juan de Dios (St. John of God) was born in Portugal in 1495. A religious order, the Brothers Hospitallers, was founded in his honor, and thereafter he was known as John of God and the patron saint of hospitals. In Puno, Peru, San Juan de Dios is celebrated with a two-day fiesta. On March 7, llamas bring in wood for bonfires in a parade with flute and drum music, and in the evening bonfires blaze. The next day, his feast day, a procession takes the saint's image through the streets of Puno, and dancers and musicians create a festive atmosphere around the church. |
Feeling Lonely? Too Much Time On Social Media May Be Why
| For young adults, social media may not be so social after all. Among people in that age group, heavy use of platforms such as Facebook, Snapchat and Instagram was associated with feelings of social isolation, a study finds. |
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Feeling Lonely? Too Much Time On Social Media May Be Why
1618 - Johann Kepler discovered the third Law of Planetary Motion.
1714 - Composer Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach was born.
1853 - The first bronze statue of Andrew Jackson is unveiled in Washington, DC.
1887 - The telescopic fishing rod was patented by Everett Horton.
1910 - In France, Baroness de Laroche became the first woman to obtain a pilot's license.
1945 - Phyllis Mae DaIley received a commission in the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps. She later became the first African-American nurse to serve duty in World War II.
1959 - Groucho, Chico and Harpo made their final TV appearance together.
1968 - The Fillmore East opened in New York City. I admit, I went to numerous concerts there, hippy that I was back then (remnants still abundant!)
1993 - "Beavis and Butthead" premiered on MTV as a series.
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International Women's Day
The first international Women’s day was celebrated back in 1908 when a group of 15,000 women marched on the streets of New York, demanding their rights. Since then every year on 8th March the world joins hands together to support, raise, inspire and motivate women across all fields of work. The purpose of this day is to focus on various themes such as innovation, the portrayal of women in the media, or the importance of education and career opportunities. March 8th is a holiday in many countries, while others celebrate it by holding street marches, debates discussions and through a variety of other programs.
Significance of the Color Purple
The official logo of International Women’s Day is the symbol of Venus. The symbol is decorated in the color purple along with pictures of different women in the background from various walks of life. The color purple was chosen, because it symbolizes dignity and justice, which are the two important goals which IWD aims to achieve for all women in all parts of the world.
International Women's Day History
International Women’s Day celebrates women’s achievements throughout the world. Its purpose is to promote women’s equality, encourage support for repressed women and promote appreciation toward women everywhere. Many organizations, including the United Nations, use this day to also celebrate extraordinary achievements of ordinary women.
International Women's Day was initially promoted by the Socialist Party of America. In 1909, it designated this day in remembrance of a major strike by the International Ladies’ Garment Workers Union. The holiday is now recognized internationally and is an Official National Holiday for many countries, including: China, Russia and Ukraine. It is observed annually on March 8th.
International Women's Day was initially promoted by the Socialist Party of America. In 1909, it designated this day in remembrance of a major strike by the International Ladies’ Garment Workers Union. The holiday is now recognized internationally and is an Official National Holiday for many countries, including: China, Russia and Ukraine. It is observed annually on March 8th.
International Women's Day Facts & Quotes
- In 2016, the theme for International Women's Day as promoted by the United Nations was Planet 50-50 by 2030: Step It Up for Gender Equality.
- On the eve of World War I, women across Europe and Russia celebrated the holiday by protesting the war and campaigning for peace.
- On this day, the US Dept. of State and the First Lady award the International Women of Courage Awards. Ten women, are given the award -
who have exemplified exceptional courage and leadership in advocating for human rights, women’s equality, and social progress, often at great personal risk
I am an example of what is possible when girls from the very beginning of their lives are loved and nurtured by people around them. I was surrounded by extraordinary women in my life, grandmothers, teachers, aunts, cousins, neighbors, who taught me about quiet strength and dignity.
-Michelle ObamaThere is one universal truth, applicable to all countries, cultures and communities: violence against women is never acceptable, never excusable, never tolerable.
- UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon
International Women's Day Top Events and Things to Do
- Attend one of many popular Women’s day events including: WeCon Women's Empowerment Conference (Austin, TX), Women of the World Festival (UK), and The Empowerment Bridge (NYC).
- Organize a sporting event for women. Numerous studies have shown many benefits for women that play sports. A recent study by the EY Women Athletes Business Network even found that women that play sports were more likely to excel in business.
- If you're a woman, try learning a task that is typically done by men. Such a chore may be: changing the oil on your car, computer programming, mowing the lawn, painting, and any home improvement project.
- If you’re a man, show appreciation by performing a chore for your special lady that is typically done by her. This may include cooking, cleaning, child care or anything that the special woman in your life does.
- Watch a movie that portrays strong empowered women. Our favorites: Bend It Like Beckham (2002), Elizabeth (1998), Erin Brockovich (2000), The Help (2011), A League of Their Own (1992), Mulan (1998), My Fair Lady (1964), Norma Rae (1979), Volver (2006).
Pictures of the day
A 1978 portrait of Ntozake Shange (born 1948), an American playwright and poet. A black feminist, her writings frequently address issues of race and feminism. This includes her Obie Award-winning for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf, a collection of poetic monologues to be accompanied by dance movements and music that debuted on Broadway in 1976.
TAKE ME AWAY, DEER!
Since ancient times, the Nenets have led a nomadic life. Reindeer harnessed to sleds is the most reliable form of transport on the tundra, and the people of the North make use of their navigational abilities. In severe conditions, such as a blinding snow storm, deer are not only loyal companions, but sometimes the only hope for survival.
knit - ST. PATRICK'S DAY
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knit
knit, to 6 yrs
thanks, Rae
knit
crochet - ST. PATRICK'S DAY
crochet
thanks, Patty
crochet
thanks, June
crochet
crochet
RECIPE
thanks, Heide
CROCKPOT RECIPE
SWEETS
thanks, Shelley
Shortbread Jammers Recipe
Shortbread Jammers Recipe
ADULT COLORING
CRAFTS
thanks, Jeri
CHILDREN'S CORNER ... coloring
thanks, Natalie
PUZZLE
WORD SEARCH
| assent comfort control deem defend done drill eager erst | field filet final general guarantee honor human little | maple media optimism parent pierces plenty pressure priority prop | range remain reward safety score stone | tear trade vista weary whole wild |
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CLEVER
EYE OPENER
‘Then and Now’ Photos of Puppies/Dogs
That Will Restore Your Faith in Everything
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Below you will find a gallery that is sure to put a smile on your face. If you’re still feeling glum by the end of this post, scroll to the top and go through them again :)
Below you will find a gallery that is sure to put a smile on your face. If you’re still feeling glum by the end of this post, scroll to the top and go through them again :)
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