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Celebrate Public Service Day

”Public service must be more than doing a job efficiently and honestly. It must be a complete dedication to the people and to the nation.
~ Margaret Chase Smith

History of Public Service DayTo engage in public service is to work to improve fundamental human rights, such as access to water, homes, and medical treatment. Those who work with Volunteer Fire Departments and Ambulance Corps are involved in providing services like these, and aiding the security of our homes and ourselves every day. Without them, our cities and towns wouldn’t be nearly as safe, and there’d be no-one to respond when danger calls.

You may be surprised how many people you know that are involved in the public service industry. Do you know a mail carrier? How about a librarian? Did anyone you know serve in the military or work in education? All of these are types of public service, and without them, we wouldn’t live in the world of safety and security we do today.

The idea of public service first began in the 19th century as municipal services began to be developed, such as gas and water. As further services were provided by government agencies, the scope of what qualified as a public service expanded. Today we benefit from hundreds of community and public services, and we have the civil servants who work in these areas to thank for our creature comforts.

thanks for the Mona Lisa variations (Part 3), Shelley

Word of the Day

extortionate

Definition:

(adjective) Greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation.

Synonyms:

exorbitant, usurious, outrageous, steep, unconscionable

Usage:

The extortionate price of designer clothes makes them all the more desirable to those that can afford them.

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Idiom of the Day

mission creep

— The gradual expansion or widening in scope of a project, action, or task, especially a military operation, beyond its initial goal or objective.

History

Edgardo Mortara Kidnapped from Jewish Family after Secret Baptism (1858)

Mortara, the son of a Jewish couple living in the Papal States, was secretly baptized Catholic as an infant by a panicked servant during an infantile illness. The baptism was deemed valid by the Catholic Church and, because canon law forbade non-Christians from raising Christian children, Pope Pius IX ordered the six-year-old Mortara to be taken to Rome as his ward. Several countries objected to the pope's decision and called for the boy to be returned to his parents.

Wilma Glodean Rudolph (1940)

Rudolph was the first American woman to win three gold medals in track and field in a single Olympic Games. She accomplished this despite having contracted numerous serious illnesses as a child, including polio, which damaged her leg and required her to wear a brace for some time. At the 1960 Games, she won gold in the 100-meter dash, the 200-meter dash, and as part of the 4x100 meter relay. She finished the 100-meter dash in world-record time but was not credited with the record.

Stonehenge Summer Solstice Ceremony

Stonehenge, the ancient stone circle located in Wiltshire, England, is believed to have been built between about 3050 and 1600 BCE. At the Summer Solstice, when viewed from the center of the monument, the sun rises through the entrance and just between two of the large stones. Today, modern Druids and other Neopagans gather at Stonehenge for Summer Solstice ceremonies. Wearing white robes and scarlet hoods, when the first rays of the rising sun shine on the Altar Stone, they walk in procession around the circle, gathering at the Altar Stone to recite prayers and salute the rising sun.

University will pay you $3500 to get the flu and book you a 10-day stay at 'Hotel Influenza'

University researchers are hoping that $3,500 will convince enough people to risk possibly suffering through a bout of diarrhea, fever, body aches and other flu symptoms in the name of science. The pitch is for volunteers to willingly expose themselves ...

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"Hotel Influenza" features private hotel-like rooms with television and internet, as well as common areas where volunteers can socialize.

University will pay you $3,500 to get the flu and book you a 10-day stay at 'Hotel Influenza'

Image result for 1865 - Confederate General Stand Watie, who was also a Cherokee chief, surrendered the last sizable Confederate army at Fort Towson, in the Oklahoma Territory.

Image result for 1865 - Confederate General Stand Watie, who was also a Cherokee chief, surrendered the last sizable Confederate army at Fort Towson, in the Oklahoma Territory.

1865 - Confederate General Stand Watie, who was also a Cherokee chief, surrendered the last sizable Confederate army at Fort Towson, in the Oklahoma Territory.

Image result for 1868 - Christopher Latham Sholes received a patent for an invention that he called a "Type-Writer."

1868 - Christopher Latham Sholes received a patent for an invention that he called a "Type-Writer."

Image result for 1987 - Madonna was on the cover of "Cosmopolitan" magazine.

1987 - Madonna was on the cover of "Cosmopolitan" magazine.

Image result for 2003 - Apple Computer Inc. unveiled the new Power Mac desktop computer.

2003 - Apple Computer Inc. unveiled the new Power Mac desktop computer.

Image result for 2005 - Roger Ebert received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Image result for 2005 - Roger Ebert received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

2005 - Roger Ebert received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Image result for 2013 - In Arizona, aerialist Nik Wallenda completed a quarter mile tightrope walk over the Little Colorado River Gorge.

Image result for 2013 - In Arizona, aerialist Nik Wallenda completed a quarter mile tightrope walk over the Little Colorado River Gorge.

2013 - In Arizona, aerialist Nik Wallenda completed a quarter mile tightrope walk over the Little Colorado River Gorge.

Image result for 2015 - NASA's Mars Odyssey completed its 60,000th orbit around Mars. The spacecraft entered orbit on October 23, 2001.

2015 - NASA's Mars Odyssey completed its 60,000th orbit around Mars. The spacecraft entered orbit on October 23, 2001.

DAILY SQU-EEK

If You Were Born Today, June 23

You are an interesting combination of skeptic and believer. You tend to over-think and worry as a youth, but you relax more as you age! You have a totally unique take on the world, and you might especially enjoy unraveling mysteries and uncovering truths. Some might call you moody, as you can sometimes be quite retiring and other times very sociable. In fact, you love people, but you frequently need time to yourself to refuel. Famous people born today:

1894 Edward VIII, King of the United Kingdom and the Dominions of the British Empire and Emperor of India (Jan 20th, 1936 until his abdication on Dec 11th, 1936), born in Richmond, England (d. 1972)

1929 June Carter Cash, American country singer(Johnny Cash Show), born in Maces Spring, Virginia (d. 2003)

Actress Frances McDormand

1957 Frances McDormand, American actress(Fargo), born in NYC, New York

READERS INFO

It was on this day in 1995.

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Jonas Edward Salk (October 28, 1914 – June 23, 1995)

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TODAY: Christopher Latham Sholes receives a patent for the "Type-Writer."

Reno Rodeo 2018

Jun 14-23, 2018 | Reno, NV

Reno Rodeo|1350 N Wells Ave

Billed as the "wildest, richest rodeo in the West," the Reno Rodeo is a great time for families as well as cowboys and cowgirls of all ages. It hosts a variety of shows and events, both traditional and quirky. Attendees can expect bull riding, team roping, tie-down roping, mutton bustin', barrel racing, bareback riding and many other PRCA and WPRA competitions. What's more, the festival also hosts a cattle drive, a mustang makeover show and special rodeos for amateur cowboys and children.

further information: Reno Rodeo

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NEBRASKAland DAYS 2018

Jun 13-24, 2018 | North Platte, NE

200-298 East 7th Street

Held each June, NEBRASKAland DAYS celebrates Nebraska's history, culture and state pride. This festival truly offers something for guests of all ages including a four-night rodeo, micro brew festival, Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant, classic car show and various kid’s events. In addition to the assortment of attractions, attendees can enjoy performances by some of country music’s brightest stars. Past featured artists include Florida Georgia Line and Thomas Rhett.

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Pictures of the day

The puma (Puma concolor, or Felis concolor) is a type of large hunting cat found in North and South America. It is also known by the regional names of cougar, mountain lion, panther, catamount and painted cat. Pumas have the largest distribution range of any New World land animal, spanning 110 degrees of latitude.

Arizona

Colorful twisted petrified sand dunes of White Pocket tower over Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness.

Alexander Levett

knit

thanks, Emily

Stockinette Stripe Tote pattern by Kaitlin Blasing

knit

thanks, Linda

Spring Kimono pattern by Janine Le Cras

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Knitted Bobbles the Sheep Cloth

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Lace Sampler Baby Blanket

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Cable and Rib Top pattern by Fiona Ellis

Facebook Mona Lisa

crochet
thanks, Julie

Tunisian Crochet Washcloths

crochet
thanks, Lois

Wink’s Mandalas Blanket

crochet

Lacy Crochet Cord Holders

crochet

Floral Cami pattern by Lisa Gonzalez

crochet

Flower girly bag

https://makicrochetpatterns.com/flower-girly-bag-crochet-pattern/

RECIPE

thanks. Lily

Panfried Halibut with Tomatoes and Basil

Mark Geyer

CROCKPOT RECIPE
thanks, Stacy

Wild Mushroom Pasta Alfredo with Walnuts

Mona Lisa's twin

SWEETS

thanks, Hazel

Strawberry Angel Food Cupcakes Recipe! {Just 2 Ingredients}

Creighton-Pester

ADULT COLORING

embroidered Mona Lisa

CRAFTS

Make Your Own Glass Succulent Planter

4 Materials

$10

20 Minutes

Easy

hometalk

We all have glass bowls lying around in our cupboards that we are not able to find a use for, and this was one was mine. I thought it would look great as a succulent planter.

glass succulent planter, GLASS SUCCULENT PLANTER

To turn the glass from drab to fab, I bought some thick elastic bands to create a pattern. Start by stretching the elastic bands around the outside of the glass bowl and flattened them to create flat straight lines.

Overlap them and just keep moving them around until you are happy with the design.

I bought some frosted glass spray paint to paint the outside. Place the bowl upside down to prevent spray from going on the inside of the bowl. Keep adding thin coats until you get the effect that you want and let it dry completely.

Once it is dry remove the elastic bands to reveal your design.

I wanted to put succulents into my planter because they are the only plants I can't seem to kill. I added gravel first for drainage. Next, I added some sea sand for a better cosmetic look and then soil suitable for succulents.

Then for the fun part, I planted my succulents and another layer of sea sand, not covering all the soil.

To add a bit of fun and decoration to my planter I added some white stones from my fish tank and added some little ornaments as decoration. Just keep moving things around until you are happy with the look. And TA-DA you have a super cute Planter.