Apricots ripen in the early summer, but they’re quite commonly dried so that way we can enjoy them year round. The word ‘apricot’ in Latin purportedly means “precious”, but further investigation reveals that while this moniker is appropriate, it actually comes from Arabic ‘al barqūq’ (“early ripe”) via French ‘abricot’. “Early ripe” is appropriate because apricots tend to ripen earlier than most summer fruits. Drying apricots has been a common preservation practice for centuries. Most store-bought apricots retain the bright orange color that the fruits have when ripe. Organic dried apricots would be more brown in color and the bright orange is a sign that the fruits were treated with sulphur compounds.
History of Apricot Day
From what we could find on the matter, the apricot tree was domesticated in China some 4,000 years ago. From there, apricots made their way across Asia to the Mediterranean region. The Spanish Conquistadors introduced apricots to the Americas back in the 16th century, planting the trees all over what is now the west coast of the United States. Today, while the US is not among the top producers of apricots globally, 95% of the apricots grown in the United States come from the San Joaquin Valley in California. Apricots are tasty, healthy, and should be eaten whenever possible. Therefore you should enjoy apricots in celebration of these wonderful golden fruits.
thanks for the Senior Bumper Stickers, CherFrom what we could find on the matter, the apricot tree was domesticated in China some 4,000 years ago. From there, apricots made their way across Asia to the Mediterranean region. The Spanish Conquistadors introduced apricots to the Americas back in the 16th century, planting the trees all over what is now the west coast of the United States. Today, while the US is not among the top producers of apricots globally, 95% of the apricots grown in the United States come from the San Joaquin Valley in California. Apricots are tasty, healthy, and should be eaten whenever possible. Therefore you should enjoy apricots in celebration of these wonderful golden fruits.
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History
Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney (1875)
| Born into immense wealth as a member of the Vanderbilt family, Whitney studied sculpture in the US and Europe. In addition to producing her own notable artwork, which included a Titanic memorial, Whitney became an influential patron and collector. After attempting to donate her vast art collection to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and being turned away, Whitney founded her own museum—today one of the foremost museums of modern American art. |
Black Nazarene Fiesta
| The Fiesta of Quiapo District is the largest festival in Manila, Philippines. It is held each year in honor of the Quiapo District's patron saint, the Black Nazarene, a life-sized statue of Jesus carved from blackwood, whose shrine is located in Quiapo's baroque church. The traditional nine-day fiesta and features nightly cultural events, band concerts, and fireworks. On the last day of the festival, January 9, there is a procession of barefoot men pulling a carriage that holds the 200-year-old statue on the way to Calvary. |
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1793 - Jean-Pierre Blanchard made the first successful balloon flight in the U.S.
1788 - Connecticut became the 5th state to join the United States.
1929 - The Seeing Eye was incorporated in Nashville, TN. The company's purpose was to train dogs to guide the blind.
1937 - The first issue of "Look" went on sale. Within a month, "Look" became a biweekly magazine.
1951 - The United Nations headquarters officially opened in New York City.
1969 - The supersonic airplane Concorde made its first trial flight, at Bristol.
1984 - Clara Peller was first seen by TV viewers in the "Where's the Beef?" commercial campaign for Wendy's.
2003 - Archaeologists announced that they had found five more chambers in the tomb of Qin Shihuang, China's first emperor. The rooms were believed to cover about 750,000 square feet.
2006 - Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane received stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in a dual ceremony.
If You Were Born Today, January 9
Although you can be impatient when things are not turning out according to plan, you are very patient with people overall. Forever curious about how others “tick,” you are a natural psychologist and extremely observant. At times, you are restless, and you certainly thrive on change more than the typical Capricorn. You are extremely committed to what you do, however, and you can most certainly be counted on. You are able to look at the big picture, which is very comforting to others. Famous people born today: Simone de Beauvoir, Richard M. Nixon, Dave Matthews, Bob Denver, Joan Baez, Jimmy Page, Joey Lauren Adams.
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John De Forest, writing for The Nation, calls for a more specifically American literature; the essay's title, "The Great American Novel," is the first known use of the term.
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Birth of the Co-Founder of Maidenform
in Tsarist Russia, opened up a dress shop, which a year
later was registered the name Maiden Form. In 1925 the
first Maidenform plant was opened in Bayonne, NJ to focus
solely on their most popular product, brassieres (although
the company would later produce lingerie and swimwear).
The Maidenform bra originated as an accessory to improve
the fit of the dresses they sold, but it became so popular that
they began to sell it separately. Their product was a major
improvement over previous bras, because they used cups
that supported and conformed to the breasts, rather than
flattening them as had been the Flapper style (known as
the "Boyish Form").
Under Ida and her husband's leadership, Maidenform made
many other advancements. Maidenform was the first
company to sell maternity bras, and William invented a
standard for cup sizes. In 1942, Ida received a patent for an
adjustable fastener. During this time, Maidenform was also
known for its racy newspaper ads featuring underwear
models and its advertising slogan "I dreamed
... in a Maidenform Bra."
Chapel of King's College London is a Grade I listed 19th century chapel located in the Strand Campus of King's College London, London, England. Originally designed by Sir Robert Smirke in 1831, the Renaissance Revival chapel seen today was redesigned by the prominent Victorian Gothic architect Sir George Gilbert Scott in 1864. Shown here is a view of the interior, facing the entrance and organ.
SIGNS BURNS OUT AND GETS ALL PHILOSOPHICAL
Ever get burnt out and contemplate your existence? Signs do too man, signs do too
knit
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knit
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Slouchy beanie with stars
knit
knit
knit
Knit Flying Pig Mittens
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crochet
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crochet
crochet
RECIPE
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CROCKPOT RECIPE
thanks, Joan
SWEETS
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ADULT COLORING
CRAFTS ... Valentine's Day
Thanks, Emma
Recipe for baker's clay:
1 cup (250 mL) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (125 mL) salt
1/2 cup (125 mL) water
1 cup (250 mL) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (125 mL) salt
1/2 cup (125 mL) water
To make:
1. Make baker's clay by blending flour salt and water in food processor or by hand until consistency of dough. On floured surface knead dough until smooth, about 5 minutes.
2. Roll out dough to about 6 mm (1/4 inch) thickness. Using cookie cutters, cut into heart shapes or do it by hand. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
3. With skewer, poke a hole if hanging is intended (for ribbon or string) at top of each piece. Twist skewer to make hole larger than necessary since the hole will shrink during baking.
1. Make baker's clay by blending flour salt and water in food processor or by hand until consistency of dough. On floured surface knead dough until smooth, about 5 minutes.
2. Roll out dough to about 6 mm (1/4 inch) thickness. Using cookie cutters, cut into heart shapes or do it by hand. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
3. With skewer, poke a hole if hanging is intended (for ribbon or string) at top of each piece. Twist skewer to make hole larger than necessary since the hole will shrink during baking.
4. Bake in 300F (150C) oven for one hour. Transfer your artwork to wire racks; let cool.
PUZZLE
Greek Columns Jigsaw Puzzle
| adopt afraid angle another anywhere automobile behind break | cautious dinner fair fever field finger flash foal | haven injury innocent junction lampstand lately lesson lower | mist omnipresent reach read rent | satisfaction share shot sleep style tore usual winner |
SUDOKU ... very hard
solution:
QUOTE
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CLEVER
FUNNY/INTERESTING/ODD PRODUCTS
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Part 2: Trees That Refuse To Die No Matter What
NatureA Place of EnchantmentOver and Curved Right Back UpThis Tree Fell Over and Grew Four More Trees out of Itself!The Only Tree that Survived the Tsunami in Japam Amound 70,000 Trees. It is protected today.Tree if Life - Olympic National Park, Washington
Tree Growing Through a Speed Limit SignThis Tree Refuses to DieThis Tree Still has it's Leaves Because of the Light Shining on itLife Finds a Way
Tree Roots Extend Across a Gap to the Mainland for Nutrients
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Life Finds a Way
Ta Promh Temple in Cambodia
Striving
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