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Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Day

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Teachers play a critical role in educating and shaping children’s lives: the future leaders of countries all over the world. While there can be teachers that are notably not so good, good teachers are generally kind, patient, hard-working, dedicated and understanding professionals that mold children’s lives in a positive direction. Many people entrust their children to the teachers, and they affect their lives on a daily basis. That’s why there’s such a day called Teacher Appreciation Day.

History of Teacher Appreciation Day

Teacher Appreciation has a long history in the United States. Political and educational leaders began discussions for a day to honor teachers in 1944. In 1953, Eleanor Roosevelt persuaded the 81st Congress to proclaim Teachers’ Day. Congress declared March 7, 1980, as Teacher Day. The National Education Association continued to observe Teacher Day on the first Tuesday in March until 1985 when the National PTA established Teacher Appreciation Week as the first full week of May. The NEA Representative Assembly then voted to make the Tuesday of that week Teacher Day.

Teacher Appreciation Day, also known as Teacher Day, is observed on the Tuesday of the first full week in May. This day is part of Teacher Appreciation Week, which is the first full week in May of each year. The National Education Association describes Teacher Day “as a day for honoring teachers and recognizing the lasting contributions they make to our lives.” The NEA yearly hosts contests for students and adults in thanking the teachers that have inspired them to be the best person they can be.

Julian Rad, a wildlife photographer from Austria, shows the most lovable wildlife shots of squirrels, hamsters, and foxes that you’ve probably ever seen. A ground squirrel that enjoys sniffing a flower, a hamster climbing up a blackberry branch or a red squirrel trying to reach for a walnut - each of his images tells a story and evokes emotions.

Word of the Day

nanny state

MEANING:

noun: A government regarded as having an excessive interest in the welfare of its citizens, as evidenced by public health measures, safety regulations, etc.

ETYMOLOGY:

From nanny (a child’s caregiver), of baby-talk origin, perhaps a pet form of the name Anne + state, from Old French estat, from Latin status (stature). Earliest documented use: 1965.

NOTES:

Why nanny state? Because some people act like children. For example,
Helmet foe dies in motorcycle accident
New York rider dies protesting motorcycle helmet law

USAGE:

“Like Teddy ‘Pinko’ Roosevelt
That guy was talking about universal healthcare. You’re a taxin’, appropriatin’, regulatin’ nanny-statin’ Socialist!”
Roy Zimmerman; Socialist; 2008.

Idiom of the Day

Get a grip on yourself -

Meaning - Controlling your feelings to deal with a situation.

Example - Reema saw her jewellery and cash missing from her drawer. After the initial shock, she got a grip on herself and called up the police.

This Day in History

1671 - Thomas "Captain" Blood stole the crown jewels from the Tower of London.

1754 - The first newspaper cartoon in America showed a divided snake "Join or die" in "The Pennsylvania Gazette."

1926 - Americans Richard Byrd and Floyd Bennett became the first men to fly an airplane over the North Pole.

1940 - Vivien Leigh debuted in America on stage in "Romeo and Juliet" with Lawrence Olivier.

1944 - Jimmie Davis became the Governor of Louisiana. He wrote the song "You Are My Sunshine."

1958 - Richard Burton made his network television debut in the presentation of "Wuthering Heights" on CBS-TV.

1960 - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved for sale an oral birth-control pill for the first time.

1962 - A laser beam was successfully bounced off Moon for the first time.

1962 - Brian Epstein met with EMI producer George Martin. Martin signed the Beatles to record demos on June 4, 1962. It was their first recording contract.

1994 - Nelson Mandela was chosen to be South Africa's first black president.

2002 - In Bahrain, people were allowed to vote for representatives for the first time in nearly 30 years. Women were allowed to vote for the first time in the country's history.

DAILY SQU-EEK

If You Were Born Today, May 9

You are romantic and soulful, and yet determined and stubborn. At times moody, you often long for something more from your life. Others find you very appealing and attractive. You often go it alone when you don’t need to. You have strong feelings and intuition and you have a special affinity for music. Famous people born today:

1800 John Brown, American abolitionist and revolutionary (Harpers Ferry), born in Torrington, Connecticut (d. 1859)

1873 Howard Carter, British archaeologist and egyptologist who found King Tutankhamun's tomb, born in London (d. 1939)

1918 Mike Wallace, American journalist and media personality (Biography, 60 Minutes), born in Brookline, Massachusetts (d. 2012)

1936 Glenda Jackson, English actress (Women in Love), born in Cheshire, England

1949 Billy Joel, American rock vocalist (Pianoman, Capt Jack, Bridge), born in The Bronx, New York

READERS INFO

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1960 -

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved for sale an oral birth-control pill for the first time on this day in 1960.

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Memphis in May International Festival 2019

May 1-25, 2019 | Memphis, TN

The Memphis in May International Festival in Memphis, Tennessee, is an all-encompassing celebration of a different country each year. The festival has multiple events taking place over the month of May. International Week is a cultural celebration that spotlights a different country every year, showcasing food and entertainment from that country.

further information: Beale Street Music Festival Line Up

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500 Festival 2019

May, 2019 | Indianapolis, IN

Held in Indianapolis, Indiana, the 500 Festival celebrates the spirit and legacy of the Indy 500 with over 100 different events throughout the month of May. Highlights include The One America 500 Mini Marathon, the 500 Parade marshaled by the 33 starting drivers of the Indy 500, the Rookie Run for your mini-marathoners and a Kids' Day complete with face painting, mini car racing and free games.

further information: Home | 500 Festival

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Corpus Christi Buc Days 2019

May 2 - 12, 2019 | Corpus Christi, TX

Water's Edge Park|602 S Shoreline Blvd

Buc Days in Corpus Christi May 2-12, 2019

Corpus Christi Buc Days is the longest running festival held on the Bayfront each year. It features a series of eclectic events in Corpus Christi spanning 10 days, including a carnival, a petting zoo, parades, roller coasters, rodeos, pony rides, performances from over 25 live bands, festival food and fun for every member of the family.

further information: Buc Days in Corpus Christi May 2-12

Pictures of the day

John Murray, 4th Earl of Dunmore (1730–1809), generally known as Lord Dunmore, was a Scottish peer and colonial governor in the American colonies and The Bahamas. He was the last British colonial governor of Virginia, from 1771 to 1775. This picture is an oil-on-canvas portrait of Dunmore by the English painter Sir Joshua Reynolds, dated 1765. He is depicted in the Highland dress of the 3rd Regiment of Foot Guards. The painting is now in the collection of the Scottish National Gallery in Edinburgh.

A Stained Glass Cabin in the Woods

Neile Cooper has created a tiny retreat in the woods that features dozens of her beautiful stained glass artworks

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