DIANE'S CORNER ... Celebrate Book Lovers Day
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From the scent of a rare first edition book found in an old time book collection, to a crisp, fresh book at the local supermarket, the very sight of a book can bring back memories. Reading as a child, enjoying the short stories, the long books and the ability to lose yourself in a story so powerful that at the end your asking yourself where to get the next book in the series. This is for the reader in all of us, the celebration of Book Lovers Day!

While the day’s origins may be shrouded in mystery and rumor, the books themselves are not. Started from carving on stone tablets, the book was designed to make portable the writings and drawings of those that could not carry around stone tablets. Originally it was parchment or vellum (calf skin, in case you were wondering) was bound tightly with a wooden cover. Often the wooden cover was tightly wrapped in leather to prevent the wood from getting wet and had clasps or straps to hold it shut. In the more modern age, printing capabilities made books cheaper, and easier, to print. The printing press, the typewriter, and the computer all had an effect on the market of books. But more so than most, is the upsurge in electronic devices that can be used to read on. Computers, tablets, and most cell phones now have the ability to read books, making it that much easier to carry around a small library to enjoy not matter where you are.

In order to truly appreciate Book Lovers Day, one must only find a story and read it. Maybe you wish to dive into the unknown with a good mystery, or see magic in a high fantasy setting, or be enthralled in a steamy romance. The individual genre of your reading is not the big piece of this, just that you do read is. But no matter your preference, if you read it at home with a cup of tea, share a book meeting with friends or go to the library and make use of the wonderful pieces on those shelves, just enjoy your reading, revel in the book and find a way to read during Book Lovers Day!

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Word of the Day

hearth

Definition:

(noun) The floor of a fireplace, usually extending into a room and paved with brick, flagstone, or cement.

Synonyms:

fireside

Usage:

They sat on the hearth and warmed themselves before the fire.

Idiom of the Day

the knacker's yard

— A state of ruin or failure due to having become useless or obsolete. Refers to a slaughterhouse for old or injured horses.

convertible picnic table

History

Izaak Walton (1593)

A friend and fishing companion of John Donne, Walton wrote one of the most famous and frequently reprinted books in the English language, The Compleat Angler; or, the Contemplative Man's Recreation. The book not only describes the strategies and techniques of fishing, it also draws a picture of peace and simple virtue that was Walton's protest against the civil wars taking place at the time.

Singapore National Day

Singapore National Day is a public holiday in Singapore to commemorate its independence. Singapore was the administrative seat for the Straits Settlements, a British crown colony, from 1867 until it was occupied by Japan in World War II. It was restored to Britain in 1945, became a part of Malaysia in 1963, and became independent in 1965. The holiday is celebrated with a spectacular parade, cultural dances, and fireworks.

Southeastern France

Archaeologists have been working on the site in southeastern France since September.

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Ancient Roman neighborhood unearthed in France

Image result for 1790 - The Columbia returned to Boston Harbor after a three-year voyage. It was the first ship to carry the American flag around the world.

1790 - The Columbia returned to Boston Harbor after a three-year voyage. It was the first ship to carry the American flag around the world.

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Image result for 1848 - Martin Van Buren was nominated for president by the Free-Soil Party in Buffalo, NY.

1848 - Martin Van Buren was nominated for president by the Free-Soil Party in Buffalo, NY.

Image result for 1854 - "Walden" was published by Henry David Thoreau.

Image result for 1854 - "Walden" was published by Henry David Thoreau.

1854 - "Walden" was published by Henry David Thoreau.

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1859 - The escalator was patented by Nathan Ames.

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1910 - A.J. Fisher received a patent for the electric washing machine.

Image result for 1930 - Betty Boop had her beginning in "Dizzy Dishes" created by Max Fleischer.

Image result for 1930 - Betty Boop had her beginning in "Dizzy Dishes" created by Max Fleischer.

1930 - Betty Boop had her beginning in "Dizzy Dishes" created by Max Fleischer.

Image result for 1936 - Jesse Owens won his fourth gold medal at the Berlin Olympics. He was the first American to win four medals in one Olympics.

Image result for 1936 - Jesse Owens won his fourth gold medal at the Berlin Olympics. He was the first American to win four medals in one Olympics.

1936 - Jesse Owens won his fourth gold medal at the Berlin Olympics. He was the first American to win four medals in one Olympics.

Image result for 1944 - The Forest Service and Wartime Advertising Council created "Smokey the Bear."

Image result for 1944 - The Forest Service and Wartime Advertising Council created "Smokey the Bear."

1944 - The Forest Service and Wartime Advertising Council created "Smokey the Bear."

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Image result for 1974 - Gerald R. became the 38th president of the U.S.

1974 - U.S. PresidentRichard Nixon formally resigned. Gerald R. Ford took his place, and became the 38th president of the U.S.

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Image result for 1975 - The New Orleans Superdome as officially opened when the Saints played the Houston Oilers in exhibition football. The new Superdome cost $163 million to build.

1975 - The New Orleans Superdome as officially opened when the Saints played the Houston Oilers in exhibition football. The new Superdome cost $163 million to build.

Image result for 1988 - Wayne Gretzky (Edmonton Oilers) was traded. The trade was at Gretzky's request. He was sent to the Los Angeles Kings.

Image result for 1988 - Wayne Gretzky (Edmonton Oilers) was traded. The trade was at Gretzky's request. He was sent to the Los Angeles Kings.

1988 - Wayne Gretzky (Edmonton Oilers) was traded. The trade was at Gretzky's request. He was sent to the Los Angeles Kings.

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2004 - Donald Duck received the 2,257th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

DAILY SQU-EEK

If You Were Born Today, August 9

Although your personality is restless, you are at your best when meeting your responsibilities and filling commitments. Self-esteem plummets otherwise. You are hard working, likable, dependable, and achievement-oriented. Some of you are overachievers. You might often find yourself in the position of managing and taking care of others. You have a very responsible streak and might stay in difficult situations longer than most as a result – watch for over-committing yourself. Because pride and protectiveness can keep you from sharing your worries and concerns with people closest to you, it can be very important for you to find a confidante so that you can share some of your burdens. Making more time for pleasure is also essential to your success. In close relationships, control or imbalance can be issues, but relationships get much better later in life. You are deeply loving and have strong personal magnetism. Famous people born today: Whitney Houston, Gillian Anderson, Melanie Griffith, Audrey Tautou, Anna Kendrick, Eric Bana, Sam Elliott.

READERS INFO
1.

This Famous American Monument Is a HUGE Optical Illusion

How did we never see this.

the great Gateway Arch over St. Louis, Missouri

It’s easy to see that the arch is tall—certainly taller than it is wide, right? Wrong. According to the official Gateway Arch fact sheet, the monument is exactly as wide as it is long: 630 feet from the outside of the North leg to the outside of the South leg, and 630 feet from the ground to the apex of the curve. With a perfect 1:1 aspect ratio, you could draw a giant square box around the arch and fit it perfectly.

RELEASED ON THIS DAY, AUGUST 9, 1969 -

HOT FUN IN THE SUMMERTIME

"Hot Fun in the Summertime" was recorded by Sly and the Family
Stone. It peaked at number 2 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 pop
singles chart and number 3 on the Billboard soul singles chart in
autumn 1969. It is ranked as the seventh biggest hit of 1969 and
Rolling Stone ranked the song #247 on it’s list of the "500 Greatest
Songs of All Time", and it also has been named in lists by Yahoo!
Music and AskMen as an all-time "summer anthem."

Tomato Art Fest 2017

Aug 11-12, 2017 | Nashville, TN

Historic East Nashville’s Five Points around Woodland and 11th Streets|1098 Clearview Avenue

Tomatoes. Are they a fruit? Are they a vegetable? While there may never be a consensus to this question, at the Tomato Art Fest in Nashville, Tennessee, they’re simply works of art. The two-day celebration features artists from all over the country displaying tomato-based art. In addition to the showcase of art, there's a parade, live musical performances by homegrown talent, popular food trucks and kid-friendly games.

further information: HOME of Tomato Art Fest

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Exhibitors Association Ceramic & Doll Show 2017

Aug 11-12, 2017 | Belleville, IL

Belle-Claire Fairgrounds|200 South Belt E
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds & Expo Center

If you can get past the fact that horror movies employ dolls and other creepy art for cheap scares on the regular, you just may enjoy yourself at this ceramic & doll show. From the hands of many manufacturers, artists and teachers come the finest quality in ceramic arts and doll-making. You can join in to learn from several demonstrations, explore new ideas or just to appreciate good art.

further information: Ceramic & Doll Show Collinsville

Milford Memories 2017

Aug 11-13, 2017 | Milford, MI

Featuring the diverse talents of over 250 artists, Milford Memories is a three-day day exhibition held every year in August. The highlights of the event are a juried art show, various live music performances and the assortment of local food and beverage vendors. One of the more unique elements of the festival is a blindfolded canoe race, entertaining for both participants and spectators.

further information: Milford Memories Summer Festival & Art Fair - August 11-13, 2017 in Downtown Milford

Pictures of the day

Marina City is a mixed-useresidential/commercial building complex in Chicago, Illinois. It occupies almost an entire city block on State Street and sits on the north bank of the Chicago River in downtown Chicago, directly across from the Loop. The complex consists of two corncob-shaped, 587-foot (179 m), 65-story towers, as well as a saddle-shaped auditorium building and a mid-rise hotel building. Designed by Bertrand Goldberg, Marina City was the first building in the United States to be constructed with tower cranes.

RAW FOOTAGE OF GRAIN TANK COLLAPSING AND EXPLODING IN INDIANA

Thankfully nobody was hurt.

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thanks, Marilyn

Gevlochten Bal / Braided Ball pattern by Marleen Hartog

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thanks, Connie

Drop Stitch Top

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Anchors and Waves Baby Socks pattern by Beatrix Knits

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Sherbet The Bear

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Repeat rows 1 - 4.

Row #	Side	Begin Row	Repeat	Repeat From *	End Row
1	R	*	Sl 1-k2-pass the slipped stitch over the 2 knit stitches, k3	*
2	W	p4*	yo, p5	*	yo, p1
3	R	*	k3, sl 1-k2-pass the slipped stitch over the 2 knit stitches	*
4	W	p1*	yo, p5