Why does punctuation matter? Some people find inspiration in cooking their families and their dogs. Others find inspiration in cooking, their families, and their dogs.”
Let’s face it, punctuation saves lives. It may sound a little strange to say that, but when you think of the effect that just the humble comma can have on the meaning of a sentence, it becomes readily apparent that there are some really strong arguments for learning to use them properly. For instance, you really don’t want to say “Let’s eat Grandma!” when you mean “Let’s eat, Grandma!” The first means you’re suggesting you eat your sweet old granny, the second invites her to come dine with you, see the difference? Punctuation Day shares this wisdom with the world, as well as the wisdom of all the other forms of punctuation.
History of Punctuation Day
Punctuation Day was established by Jeff Rubin, founder of the day and organizer of www.nationalpunctuationday.com. Punctuation can be tricky for some people, those who struggle to know when it’s appropriate to use a colon, or a set of brackets, or even an ellipsis. You thought we were going to talk about the period, the comma, and the semi-colon? Of course we are, but these are commonly known about forms of punctuation, and not everyone knows that the world of grammatical structure spreads beyond these commonly used (though commonly misunderstood) forms.
Punctuation Day was established by Jeff Rubin, founder of the day and organizer of www.nationalpunctuationday.com. Punctuation can be tricky for some people, those who struggle to know when it’s appropriate to use a colon, or a set of brackets, or even an ellipsis. You thought we were going to talk about the period, the comma, and the semi-colon? Of course we are, but these are commonly known about forms of punctuation, and not everyone knows that the world of grammatical structure spreads beyond these commonly used (though commonly misunderstood) forms.
Punctuation Day was established to help reinforce these lessons we learned in elementary school, and to reinforce their use and to show just how important they can be to ensure that what you write is properly interpreted as what you mean. That doesn’t mean that the world of punctuation is all peaceful and orderly though! Sometimes you run into rogue sectors that argue whether or not things like the Oxford Comma are valid. Believe us, it is, anyone who says otherwise is a heathen.
Word of the Day
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| Definition: | (adjective) Involving intelligence rather than emotions or instinct. | ||
| Synonyms: | intellectual | ||
| Usage: | She preferred to take a cerebral approach to the problem and sat for hours in deep contemplation. | ||
Idiom of the Day
a legend in (one's) own mind— A person who affects or believes him- or herself to be of greater importance or notoriety than is actually the case. A humorous, ironic twist on the phrase "a legend in one's own lifetime." |
History
Black Friday (1869)
In 1869, American financial speculators Jay Gould and James Fisk attempted to corner the gold market by trying to prevent the sale of government gold, which they hoped to achieve by influencing President Ulysses Grant. The plan backfired when Grant discovered the plot and released $4 million of government gold for sale. On a day that came to be known as Black Friday, the price of gold plummeted, panic ensued, and thousands were ruined—though not Gould or Fisk.
F. Scott Fitzgerald (1896)
An American novelist and short-story writer, Fitzgerald was the literary spokesman of the "jazz age" of the 1920s. The characters in his books—which include This Side of Paradise, The Beautiful and the Damned, and his masterpiece, The Great Gatsby—lead madcap, gin-drenched, spiritually bankrupt lives that closely resemble his own. In his later years, Fitzgerald was plagued by financial worries and his wife's insanity.
Whole Enchilada Fiesta
The Whole Enchilada Fiesta is marked by lots of red chili, lots of corn meal, lots of cheese, and lots of people. This festival in Las Cruces, New Mexico, draws about 100,000 people who scramble to get a taste of the world's biggest enchilada. It's 10 feet long and is made of 750 pounds of stone ground corn for the dough, 75 gallons of red chili sauce, and 175 pounds of cheese. The enchilada is prepared as the climactic Sunday afternoon event. Before this grand moment, there will have been a parade, street dances, arts and crafts exhibits, and a fun run.
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1915 - "The Lamb," Douglas Fairbanks first film, was shown at the Knickerbocker Theater in New York City, NY.
1934 - Babe Ruth played his last game as a New York Yankee player.
1938 - Don Budge became the first tennis player to win all four of the major titles when he won the U.S. Tennis Open. He had already won the Australian Open, the French Open and the British Open.
1942 - Glenn Miller ended his broadcasts for Chesterfield Cigarettes so he could go to World War II.
1957 - The Brooklyn Dodgers played their last game at Ebbets Field. (I recall that I went to my baby sitter and she was miserable, crying and sad that her team was leaving Brooklyn)
1961 - "The Bullwinkle Show" premiered in prime time on NBC-TV. The show was originally on ABC in the afternoon as "Rocky and His Friends."
1968 - "60 Minutes" premiered on CBS-TV.
1968 - "The Mod Squad" premiered on ABC-TV.
1977 - "The Love Boat" debuted on ABC-TV. The theme song was sung by Jack Jones and was written by Paul Williams and Charles Fox.
2003 - Anthony Hopkins received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
If You Were Born Today, September 24:
Your goal is to find harmony and peace, as an organized, smooth-flowing existence is especially appealing to you. However, you seem to stir up controversy and opposition. Look within for contradictions if ups and downs are bothering you. Be careful not to give up your power in order to keep the peace, or you could find yourself resentful, irritable, and mischievous! Your heart is big and you are truly curious about how things work. At your best, you are compassionate and giving. At your worst, you may be somewhat controlling! You tend to stick things out in your relationships. Famous people born today: F. Scott Fitzgerald, Jim Henson, Linda McCartney, Phil Hartman, Brad Bird, Jessica Lucas.
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BUS FESTIVAL
Sunday, September 24 | 11:00 Am - 6:00 Pm
Join us on Sunday, September 24, 2017 for our 24th annual Bus Festival! See and step aboard more than a dozen buses from our vintage fleet, representing more than 80 years of New York City surface transit history. Located on Boerum Place between State Street and Atlantic Avenue in Downtown Brooklyn, the event is free and open to the public from 11am to 6pm alongside the festivities, food, and fun of the 43rd Annual Atlantic Antic.
further information: Atlantic Avenue LDC
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INTERESTING FACTS
Delaware has the fewest counties (three) of any state in the United States: Newcastle, Kent, and Delaware has the fewest counties (three) of any state in the United States: Newcastle, Kent, and Sussex.Sussex.
Although the word "earthling" today conjures visions of science-fiction stories, it is actually the Old English word for a farmer.
Marie Curie's notebooks are still radioactive
Just before the Nazis invaded Paris, H.A. and Margret Rey fled on bicycles. They carried the manuscript for Curious George.
Two-digit Interstate numbers are designed to let drivers know the general direction of the highway. If the Interstate has an odd number, it runs north-south. Interstates with even numbers run east-west.
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PATTERN MAGAZINE
A female cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) on the Phinda Private Game Reserve, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. Cheetahs accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour (0 to 97 km/h) in less than 3 seconds and average 40 mph (64 km/h) during a chase. The species is classified as vulnerable, with only 7,000 left in the wild.
NYC LIGHT
A Manhattan sunset captured from Queens across the East River.
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PUFFS and DOUBLE CROCHET
Foundation chain multiple of 4 sts plus 2. (Try 46 sts.)
Row 1 (RS) Miss 2 ch, dc to end.
Row 2 Ch 1, 1dc, *1 puff, 3dc; rep from * to end, omitting 1dc at end of last rep.
Row 3 Ch 1, dc to end.
Row 4 Ch 1, *3dc, 1 puff; rep from * to last 4 sts, 4dc.
Row 5 Ch 1, dc to end.
Repeat rows 2–5 to form pattern.
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CROCKPOT RECIPE
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CRAFTS
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HOMEMADE BATH CRAYONSlittlecrunchymama
Buy some glycerin soap at a craft store. Melt it in the microwave, add food coloring, and pour into a mold. I used an ice cube tray. You can also add essential oils if you go for scents, though I find that a bit unnecessary for bath crayons. Takes about an hour to cool completely, then pop out of the mold and you have crayons!
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Things you can do with your old mismatched socks
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STORAGE
Don't throw out old or mismatched socks — they can be useful.
Protect golf clubs: Use old socks to cover the heads of golf clubs so they don’t scratch or ding during transit.
Store golf or tennis balls: Keep old tennis balls or golf balls in a sock for easy access in the garage.
Protect valuables while moving: When you’re moving, place valuables into old socks to protect them in transit. The sock will cushion your valuables and if they do happen to break, it will do a good job of containing the damage.
Store shoes: If you’re traveling or moving shoes, slip them into socks to protect them from getting banged up or scratched when they rub against each other.
Preventative moth balls: Place mothballs or moth crystals inside a clean sock and hang from the ceiling of your closet, place on a shelf, or store with winter clothes. To counteract the odor of the mothball, add a sock filled with potpourri.
Keep game pieces together: Fill socks with game pieces for board games like Yahtzee, Monopoly, and more and tie them at the end. You’ll never lose a set again.
Keep sticky bottles from making a mess: Place a sock on the bottom of any bottles that can get sticky or oily in the cabinet, such as olive oil or vinegar. The sock will absorb any liquid that could run down the bottle and keep rings from forming on your shelves.
Glasses holder: Store safety goggles or glasses in a sock in the tool shed. Hang up the sock and keep the glasses in the sock when not in use to keep your work space organized and keep any dust or residue off glasses.
Don't throw out old or mismatched socks — they can be useful.OUTDOORS
You can prevent car windows from fogging with a sock and cat litter.accarrino/Flickr
Keep car windows from fogging: This is a weird life hack that not many people have heard of — you can keep your car windows from fogging up by filling socks with cat litter. Tip the cat litter into the sock and fill it up to the ankle. Secure the sock by tying a knot, and slip another sock over it. Place it by your windshield or anywhere in the car, and it will absorb moisture and keep windows from fogging.
Knee pads: Whether for your crawling baby or for yourself, socks can make excellent knee pads. See easy instructions here.
Ice-proof windshield wipers: Cover windshield wipers with tube socks to keep them ice-free. All you need to do is remove the socks when you’re ready to drive for perfectly preserved windshield wipers.
Soap pouch: Whether for the garden or the tool shed, place a bar of soap inside a clean sock. The sock will help you get grit off your hands and make the soap less slippery. Plus, it will make the soap last longer and lather better.
Clean your car: Use socks to clean your car or motorcycle. You can use it to wash down your car, polish the chrome, and then throw away without guilt once the sock has become too dirty to use.
Bird feeder: Cut the sock at the ankle so that it’s one long tube. Sew one end shut, fill with bird seed, and then sew the other end shut. Then hang it on a tree to attract birds.
You can prevent car windows from fogging with a sock and cat litter.accarrino/FlickrHOME
Make your own dryer balls with new tennis balls and clean socks.i be GINZ/Flickr
DIY dryer balls: Dryer balls help fluff your clothes and are an alternative to fabric softeners and dryer sheets, especially useful for bed sheets or pillows. Because they can be expensive, you can make your own by placing tennis balls inside clean socks.
Prevent furniture from scratching: Place socks on the bottom of chairs or table legs to keep them from scratching during a big move or just in general.
Decorate planters: Instead of painting planters or using them as-is, you can cover boring pots with a sock. Place the terracotta or plastic planter inside the sock and then tuck the top of the sock into the pot before filling with soil. Here’s a picture of what it will look like.
Avoid paint stains on shoes: If you have a big painting job, slip a few pairs of socks over your shoes. You’ll prevent paint from getting all over your favorite pair and can simply remove the socks once you’re done.
Use socks to clean up errant paint: The thicker weave of a sock is better to wipe off drips of paint then a paper towel since it’s more absorbent. Keep a sock on your hand for easy touch-up jobs.
Level a table: Using a piece of a sock, you can level a table by placing it under the shorter, wobbly leg. If the table still isn't even, add more strips of sock.
DIY potpourri bundle: Fill an old, clean sock with potpourri and secure the end with a ribbon or rubber band. Stick it in a closet, gym bag, or drawer to freshen up your belongings.
Make your own dryer balls with new tennis balls and clean socks.i be GINZ/FlickrCLEANING
Old socks are great at cleaning your dry erase boards.Zach Welty/Flickr
Clean a dry erase board: Instead of wasting a paper towel or using the eraser that came with it, a better method to clean marker off of a dry erase board is with socks. This also works well with chalk boards, too.
Rescue small, lost items: Place a sock over your vacuum hose to save small items like jewelry or nuts and bolts from getting lots in cracks.
DIY cleaning rags: When socks have holes in them, cut them apart to create cleaning rags that you won’t feel bad about getting dirty. Once they’re too far gone to reuse, simply throw them away, which is what you would have done anyway.
Dusting: Throw a sock over your hand and get to work dusting around the house. The sock will trap dirt, hair, and dust on appliances, tables, blinds, and anything else that needs cleaning.
DIY Swiffer refill: Chenille socks can make reusable Swiffer covers. Just slip the sock over the Swiffer head, positioning the sock opening in the center so the entire underside is covered. See a good direction here.
BEAUTY AND RELAXATION
Old socks are great at cleaning your dry erase boards.Zach Welty/Flickr
A sock will transform your hair.Daniel E Lee/Flickr
Sock bun: To get the perfect ballet bun, all it takes is a sock. Cut the toe portion of the sock off and roll up the sock until it resembles a donut. Make a pony tail with your hair and then roll the donut down your hair and secure. There are tons of DIY tutorials on YouTube.
Aromatherapy pillow: Aromatherapy pillows can cost a lot of money, but it’s easy to make one with an old sock. Fill your sock with rice and the essential oil of your choice, such as lavender. Secure the sock by tying it or sewing it, and then heat it in the microwave or place in the freezer to cool and drape over your neck for tension relief.
Save dry hands and feet: If your hands and feet are still chapped and cracked from the winter months, cover in Vaseline or lotion and cover with clean socks overnight. The sock will help your skin better absorb the moisture and keep it from rubbing off on your sheets.
Cover ice packs: Make ice packs feel more tolerable on bare skin by slipping a sock over the ice pack. This will let it touch your skin without giving you freezer burn.
DIY drink cozy: Make a beer or coffee cozy by cutting the top section off your sock (for your ankle and calf). Make sure to measure your mug or coffee cup first before choosing your sock.
Stress ball: Made a homemade stress ball with play dough, a sandwich bag, and socks. Place play dough in a sandwich bag or wrap with cellophane and then put it inside your sock. Secure and tie with a ribbon.
PETS
Make a dog sweater for tiny dogs with a sock, needle, and thread.alasam/Flickr
Dog sweater: You can turn a large sock into a dog sweater for smaller canines. All it takes is a little bit of cutting and sewing — this is a good instructional video.
“LuvSocks” for male iguanas: This is a weird one, but male iguanas need a “friend” when they’re in breeding season since they can become super aggressive. Placing uncooked rice inside two socks and sewing shut will make a good toy for your pet — bonus points if you microwave it, too, as iguanas are attracted to warmth.
Cat toy: Filling a clean old sock with some catnip will keep your cat entertained for hours. With a bit of sewing, you can also get creative with the design.
Dog toy: Fill a sock with unwanted socks rolled into balls. Secure with a shoe lace and let your dog go to town on their new favorite toy. You can also place a treat inside or a chew stick as an alternative.
APPAREL
Socks can easily be transformed into leg warmers.KnitSpirit/Flickr
Leg warmers: Perhaps the easiest sock DIY is to cut off the toe section for instant leg warmers. Choose tube socks if you’re making the leg warmers for yourself, and regular socks if you’re making cute baby leg warmers.
Warmer mittens: Place your hands inside clean socks before placing into mittens for an extra layer of warmth from the cold.
Ear warmer: You can sew two socks together and make a fashionable ear warmer that rivals $30 pairs you can buy elsewhere. See good step-by-step instructions here.
DIY Scarf: Cut old socks into tubes and sew them all together to make a colorful scarf, perfect for kids. This blogger made a cute version, complete with pompoms.
Arm warmers: Cut a thumb opening in the heel of the sock and slip it on your hand. Measure where you want the cut off to be for your fingers (around where your knuckles are), and save the discarded fabric to make a cuff. Click here for full instructions.
Elbow patches: To add some dimension to a sweater or to keep children’s clothes from wearing through too quickly, you can make elbow patches out of socks — just make sure you cut them into even shapes. Click here for sewing instructions.
Polish and buff shoes: Instead of using a cloth or towel, use old socks to add polish to your shoes and buff them after. Make sure to use two different socks for buffing and applying polish.
HOLIDAYS
A sock snowman is a cute holiday craft idea.Scott Barlow/Flickr
Sock snowman: For Christmas decorations, you can create a sock snowman out of a white sock, rice, googly eyes, bits of felt, and white pom poms, plus 3 clear hair elastics. See instructions here.
DIY sock wreath: Using a foam wreath and pairs of socks, you can make a really easy “sock wreath” DIY. Cut a foam wreath and cut the toes off your socks. Slip them onto the foam roll until it’s completely covered, and then secure the foam wreath with glue. See some cool versions on Pinterest.
Wrap wine bottles: Wrap wine bottles with a new sock and tie a ribbon at the top. They’ll look super cozy and perfect for winter gifts — especially if the sock has a winter-inspired pattern.
Christmas ornaments: Make DIY sock ornaments by wrapping a dollar store Styrofoam ball with a Christmas-themed sock. See easy instructions here.
KIDS
Sock puppets are a classic for a reason.stitchlily/Flickr
Sock puppet: Sock puppets are still a solid use for old socks. You can be as classic or creative as you want — head over to Pinterest for some ideas.
Sock animals: Pinterest is chock full of ideas for making stuffed animals out of socks, from penguins to sloths. Click here to see some amazing ideas and DIYs.
Wash your baby: Instead of using a scratchy wash cloth, you can use a clean sock to wash your child since it will be a lot softer. Place it over your hand and lather up.
DIY doll clothes: A fun activity for parents and kids is to cut up socks and use rubber bands and string to make different outfits for dolls. Pinterest has some ideas to get you started.
Cloth wipes: You can use socks to make reusable baby wipes by cutting them up into rags. See instructions and cleaning solutions here.
Chicken pox relief: Keep layers of socks on your kids’ hands to keep them from itching chicken pox. You can also fill the sock with oatmeal and take a bath with it for less mess and a clean up, but all the benefits of the oatmeal.
Baby rattle: With a jingle bell, stuffing, and an old sock, you can make an easy DIY baby rattle. The best part about it is that it takes barely any sewing and can be chewed on and won’t scratch furniture if your baby keeps banging it against objects. See a really easy DIY here.
DIY chia pet: Dump grass seeds into a sock and pour a few hand fulls of dirt on top. Tie off the sock and add eyes, na ose, and a mouth to your sock pet’s eyes with felt. Spray the sock with water until its damp, and keep misting daily. The sock pet will sprout hair just like a chia pet.
MISCELLANEOUS
Make a DIY draft stopper for cracks under doors and windows.
Draft stopper: To keep drafts from getting under doors or windows, make a draft stopper with an old tube sock, un-popped popcorn, and stuffing. The popcorn will help weigh the draft stopper down without going rancid and the stuffing will stop wind from getting through the crevasse. Get instructions here.
Pin cushion: Make a custom pin cushion with toy stuffing and a sock. Pinterest has a lot of cute ideas.
Weapon: Fill a sock with nuts, bolts, pennies, and other hard or heavy objects. It will just look like a lumpy sock, but you can swing it as a weapon if you’re in danger.
Hacky sack: Make a simple hacky sack by adding rice or plastic beads to a sock and securing. See a tutorial here.
Potholders: You can make attractive quilted potholders by using a loom from a craft store and cutting strips of socks. Thread the strips of socks through the loom and secure. See how it's done here.
Mobile device arm band: Instead of buying a fancy arm band for your phone or iPod, you can use a sock. Cut the sock at the ankle, and place the tube around your arm. Fold it once and place your phone or iPod inside.
Wrist rest: If you need wrist support while using a computer, you can make your own with a long sock and polyester filling. Stuff the sock and secure by sewing the end shut.
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