Many of us are completely unaware of our ancestors and the lives they lived, yet they almost certainly went a long way towards shaping our habits, traditions and values today. Fortunately, the annually-celebrated Ancestor Appreciation Day gives people a reminder to learn more about those who came before us.
The internet can be a wonderful tool when it comes to researching genealogy and various online resources will help you to find records of your family’s history, learn about your ancestors and their way of life and even create a detailed family tree.
Building a more complete picture of your relatives and their history can help to promote a greater appreciation for life and form a better understanding of the individual journey your family has been on.
If nothing else, why not spend the day with your living relatives? Ask a few questions, let them tell stories and find out about previous generations that way.
Word of the Day
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| Definition: | (adjective) Characterized by lust. | ||
| Synonyms: | lustful, prurient, salacious | ||
| Usage: | She eluded the lubricious embraces of the drunken man and called the police. | ||
Idiom of the Day
let down (one's) hair— To cease acting formally or conservatively; to let go of one's inhibitions or reservations. |
History
Tonight Hosted by Steve Allen Premieres on NBC (1954)
In 1954, Tonight debuted with 32-year-old Steve Allen hosting. The humorous late-night talk show came to occupy a prominent place in American television and has aired for more than 50 years, usually on weeknights. Some of its longer-running hosts have included Jack Paar, Johnny Carson, and Jay Leno, each backed by house musicians. In 1960, Paar walked off stage in the middle of a show, angry that censors had cut one of his jokes. He returned weeks later.
Cosimo de' Medici (1389)
The son of a Florentine banker, Cosimo de' Medici was an able financier who vastly expanded the family's banking business. In 1433, he was banished from the city by a rival family but returned a year later. With the support of the people, he became the first of the Medici family to rule Florence. He sought a balance of power among the Italian states and made his power as little felt as possible. He was also a noted patron of scholarship and the arts. Feast Day of the French Community Each of the autonomous regions of Belgium observes its own feast day. Feast Day of the French Community (La fête de la Communauté française de Belgique) is a celebration of linguistic heritage and national independence. It largely takes place in the Walloon cities of Namur, Liege, Huy, and Charleroi, and is a public assertion of the linguistic and ethnic rights of French speakers. All schools and administrative buildings are closed for the feast day. Praying mantises are known for ...
Praying mantises are known for their specialized "arms" — a pair of over-sized appendages near the top of the thorax that are lined with sharp spines and capable of immobilizing prey. And a recently discovered fossil sheds light on how those lethal weapons may have emerged.
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  1825 - George Stephenson operated the first locomotive that hauled a passenger train.  1894 - The Aqueduct Race Track opened in New York City, NY.  1938 - "Thanks for the Memory" was heard for the first time on the "The Bob Hope Show."  1943 - "Pistol Packin' Mama" and "Jingle Bells" were recorded by Bing Crosby, the Vic Schoen Orchestra and the Andrews Sisters.  1970 - "The Original Amateur Hour" aired for the last time on CBS. It had been on television for 22 years. 1983 - Larry Bird signed a seven-year contract with the Boston Celtics worth $15 million. The contract made him the highest paid Celtic in history.  1989 - Two men went over the 176-foot-high Niagara Falls in a barrel. Jeffrey Petkovich and Peter Debernardi were the first to ever survive the Horseshoe Falls.  1995 - The U.S. government unveiled the redesigned $100 bill. The bill featured a larger, off-center portrait of Benjamin Franklin. |
If You Were Born Today, September 27
You are charismatic, passionate, and a born leader, albeit a quiet one. Somewhat mysterious, you are sometimes difficult to get to know and understand. However, most sense your sincerity, kindness, and soft heart. Petty selfishness is generally beneath you. You are success-oriented and will work hard for every dollar you earn. It is relatively easy for you to mix business and pleasure. You are at once logical and intuitive, but as you mature, you learn to trust your intuition most, after much trial and error, as it seems to serve you better. Famous people born today: Cheryl Tiegs, Avril Lavigne, Samuel Adams, Lil Wayne, Meat Loaf, Shaun Cassidy.
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FIAF Crossing the Line Festival 2017
Sep 6 - Oct 15, 2017 | New York, NY
The annual Crossing the Line in New York, New York, celebrates the interdisciplinary works of numerous international artists and companies. The six-week event examines different points of view and promotes forward thinking for social evolution. Theatrical performances, dance pieces and one-woman shows are just a few of the engagements guests can enjoy.
further information : Events – FIAF | 2017 Crossing the Line Festival
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Brisbane Festival 2017
Sep 9-30, 2017 | Brisbane, QLD
If Australia’s terrifying wildlife discouraged you from visiting, the Brisbane Festival will employ the finest display of peer pressure to make you reconsider. As one of the continent’s major international arts festivals, you will come across unbelievable demonstrations in multicultural theatre performances, live music, dance performances, a stunt-filled circus and many other offerings. Should you ever come to the conclusion that people are boring, allow this insane festival to convince you otherwise.
further information : Brisbane Festival
The Count's Halloween Spooktacular 2017
Sep 22 - Oct 29, 2017 | Langhorne, PA
Sesame Place|100 Sesame Road
Who knew the Muppets had their own festival? Sesame Place, the theme park based on the TV show Sesame Street, hosts The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular every year to celebrate Halloween. Kids and parents alike are encouraged to dress up in costume and enjoy all the not-too-spooky festivities. The park’s regular attractions are open, and there are tons of unique special events like a Neighborhood Street Party, Halloween Parade, a magical maze, Halloween shows and the Cookie’s Monster Land.
further information : The Count's Halloween Spooktacular | Sesame Place
Karang Bolong Beach is a white-sand beach on the island of Nusa Kambangan in Cilacap Regency, Central Java, Indonesia. Located on the eastern end of the island, inside a nature reserve, the beach is situated near an old Dutch fortress.
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Inal Bersekov travels the world doing tattoos for famous celebs like Drake
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RECIPE
thanks, SheriSpaghetti Carbonara Pie
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Ingredients
Directions
Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Butter a 9-inch spring form pan and wrap the outside tightly in aluminum foil. Place on a baking sheet.
Chop pancetta into 1/2-inch cubes and saute over medium heat until well browned. Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Boil the broccoli rabe for 1 to 2 minutes in the salted water until it has some give. Fish it out with a large slotted spoon and drain. Set aside.
Now add the spaghetti to your boiling water and cook until 2 minutes shy of done, so very al dente. While the pasta cooks, use a towel to squeeze all excess moisture from the broccoli rabe. Separate out 1 cup of broccoli rabe and chop it finely. (Reserve the remainder for another use.)
Drain the pasta well and let cool slightly.
In large bowl, whisk eggs, yolks, milk, salt, pepper and all but 1/2 cup of cheese together. Add the spaghetti, chopped broccoli rabe and pancetta and toss to combine. Pour mixture into the prepared springform. Sprinkle last 1/2 cup cheese on top.
Bake 35 to 40 minutes, until bronzed and the center is set. The best way to check is to tip your pan to the side and make sure no loose custard runs out. If it does, bake it for 5 minutes more. If the top of your pie browns too quickly before the center is set, cover it with foil for the remaining cooking time.
Remove from the oven and let cool on a rack for 5 minutes before removing the foil, cutting around springform to loosen and releasing the pie onto a serving plate. Serve in wedges.
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PUZZLE
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EYE OPENER, Video
“Fall” is an incredible time lapse short film by Jamie Scott that shows the changing seasons over a period of half a year in New York City's Central Park.
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