“Yesterday, December 7, 1941 — a date which will live in infamy — the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.”
– President Franklin D. Roosevelt
– President Franklin D. Roosevelt
There is a beautiful lagoon in the Hawaiian Islands that is named for the lustrous jewel that is formed when a piece of sand irritates a clam into coating it to protect itself. This harbor also houses the headquarters of the United States Pacific Fleet, and has been an important part of the American Naval placement in the Pacific Ocean since 1887. Little did anyone know at that time that an attack on this harbor would bring the entire might of the American Military into a war it was desperately seeking to avoid. Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day honors the men and women who died in the Japanese attack on this beautiful harbor one December day in 1941.
The History of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day is the history of the attack itself, an attack which took place on December 7th, 1941. The attack was devastating, killing over 2,400 citizens of the United States from the time it began at 7:48am Hawaiian time and ended just 90 minutes later, making the attack incredibly devastating. Multiple ships were lost during the attack, though things could have been much worse.
Intelligence gathered after the attack indicated that there was intended to be a third-wave of attacks to hit the island, complete with an invasion fleet intended to take the island and prevent it from being used as an American base of operation. The purpose behind this surprise attack? America was well positioned in the Pacific to interfere with Japanese fleet maneuvering, and it was hoped that by launching this assault they would cripple the US Pacific Presence and be able to control the ocean unhindered.
Sonia Delaunay (1885 - 1979) was a Ukrainian-born French artist, who spent most of her working life in Paris and, with her husband Robert Delaunay and others, co-founded the Orphism art movement, noted for its use of strong colors and geometric shapes.
Word of the Day
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| Definition: | (noun) The faculty of distinguishing sweet, sour, bitter, and salty properties in the mouth. | ||
| Synonyms: | taste | ||
| Usage: | Her cold had muted all sense of gustation, and she had no appetite for food. | ||
Idiom of the Day
the kiss of life— Artificial respiration, that is, the blowing into the mouth of a person who has stopped breathing so as to force air in and out of his or her lungs. Primarily heard in UK, Australia. |
History
Recording Industry Association of American Sues Napster (1999)
| Shortly after Napster was founded in 1999, the popular file-sharing service was hit with a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The trial gave Napster so much publicity that usage of the service increased, despite RIAA's claim that Napster users were breaking the law by downloading copyrighted music for free. Though it was forced by an injunction to shut down its network in July 2001, Napster did not fold. |
Willa Sibert Cather (1873)
| Cather moved with her family to Nebraska at the age of nine, and though she later settled in New York, her prairie upbringing deeply influenced her writing. Her novels, which include O Pioneers!, Death Comes for the Archbishop, and My Ántonia, celebrate the spirit and courage of pioneer life. Her works include several independent heroines of the frontier and have been studied from a feminist perspective. |
No Shimmer: Why Scientists Want to Ban Glitter
| It's sparkly, it's festive and some scientists want to see it swept from the face of the Earth. Glitter should be banned, researcher Trisia Farrelly, a senior lecturer in environment and planning at Massey University in New Zealand, told CBS. The reason? |
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1732 - The original Covent Garden Theatre Royal (now the Royal Opera House) was opened.
1787 - Delaware became the first state to ratify the U.S. constitution becoming the first of the United States.
1796 - John Adams was elected to be the second president of the United States.
1836 - Martin Van Buren was elected the eighth president of the United States.
1842 - The New York Philharmonic gave its first concert.
1907 - At London's National Sporting Club, Eugene Corri became the first referee to officiate from inside a boxing ring.
1925 - Swimmer Johnny Weissmuller set a world record in the 150-yard freestyle with a time of 1 minute, 25 and 2/5 seconds. He went on to play "Tarzan" in several movies.
1926 - The gas operated refrigerator was patented by The Electrolux Servel Corporation.
1972 - Apollo 17 was launched at Cape Canaveral. It was the last U.S. moon mission.
1993 - Surgeon General Joycelyn Elders suggested that the U.S. government study the impact of drug legalization.
2002 - In Amsterdam, Netherlands, two Van Gogh paintings were stolen from the Van Gogh Museum. The two works were "View of the Sea st Scheveningen" and "Congregation Leaving the Reformed Church in Nuenen." On July 26, 2004, two men were convicted for the crime and were sentenced to at least four years in prison each.
2003 - A 12-inch by 26-inch painting of a river landscape and sailing vessel by Martin Johnson Heade was sold at auction for $1 million. The painting was found in the attic of a suburban Boston home where it had been stored for more than 60 years.
DAILY SQU-EEK
If You Were Born Today, December 7
You are a quick study. Not only do you love to learn, you love to teach or at least share your knowledge. There is a youthful quality to you no matter your age. A little mischievous, and perhaps temperamental too, some might say you think too much. Your love relationships may be considered unusual, as you are attracted to uncommon people and set-ups. Independence and freedom are qualities that you value most in any partnering. Famous people born today: Tom Waits, Larry Bird, Aaron Carter, Ellen Burstyn, Nicholas Hoult, Jennifer Carpenter, Emily Browning, Jeffrey Wright.
READERS INFO
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1941:
Japan attacked the naval base at Pearl Harbor in the then U.S. territory of Hawaii. The attack resulted in 2,403 Americans killed and 1,178 wounded. During and after the attack, many people demonstrated acts of heroism including pilots, sailors, nurses and even civilians.
One of the many heroes that day was Julio DeCastro, a Hawaiian civilian who worked at the Navy docks. After the battleship USS Oklahoma was hit by torpedoes and capsized, DeCastro organized a team of people to save sailors who had been trapped aboard the ship. DeCastro and his team were ultimately able to save 32 sailors. DeCastro is just one example of heroism displayed that day. As a result of their brave actions that day, 15 sailors and one marine were awarded Medals of Honor.
The day after Pearl Harbor, President Roosevelt made his famous Pearl Harbor speech to a joint session of Congress declaring Dec. 7, 1941 as "a date which will live in infamy." Congress then voted to declare war and the United States officially entered World War II.
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Red Dot Art Fair 2017
Dec 6-10, 2017 | Miami, FL
Across from the Art Miami Pavilion|1700 NE 2nd Ave
Red Dot Art Fair has developed a reputation for being one of the most unique and diverse art shows held during Art Basel in Miami, Florida. The fair creates a platform for curators, artists and galleries from around the world to gather and present their work to an international audience. Featuring both emerging and well-known artists, Red Dot Art Fair allows guests to view and purchase pieces spanning a range of media.
further information: Red Dot Miami 2017
3.
Lantern Light Festival 2017
Nov 24, 2017 - Jan 7, 2018 | Puyallup, WA
Washington State Fair|110 9th Ave SW
In the sparkling city of Miami, Florida, a 2,000-year old Chinese tradition illuminates the night. Each year, thousands of spectators gather for the Miami Lantern Light Festival, a six-week celebration marking the return of Spring. The festival's main attraction is certainly the lanterns themselves; after all, these hand-crafted masterpieces can stand up to 30 feet high and 300 feet long. But you'd be mistaken to stop there, for the festival also boasts stunning live performances, delectable Chinese cuisine and unique activities designed for kids. Don't miss out on this impressive demonstration of meticulous artistry by the world's best lantern-makers!
further information: Washington State Fair : TheFair.com
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Christkindlmarket Chicago 2017
Nov 17 - Dec 24, 2017 | Chicago, IL
Daley Plaza|50 W Washington St
Christkindlmarket Chicago, which began as a celebration of a German celebration, has since become a beloved Chicago tradition. Guests come from all over the world to begin their holiday shopping at the outdoor street fair and market. While the festival has been adopted by the city of Chicago, it still retains many of its German roots in terms of the authentic food and beverage options as well as the live entertainment.
further information: Christkindlmarket Chicago - Chicago | Christkindlmarket Chicago
Anthidium florentinum, a species of bee in the family Megachilidae. Bees are flying insects closely related to wasps and ants that are involved in pollination. There are nearly 20,000 known species of bees in seven recognized biological families. Bees are found on every continent except Antarctica, in every habitat on the planet that contains insect-pollinated flowering plants. Bees range in size from tiny stingless bee species whose workers are less than 2 millimetres (0.08 in) long, to Megachile pluto, whose females can attain a length of 39 millimetres (1.54 in).
This Cross Stitch Artwork Took Her Four Years
The amazing work is based on an oil painting by John William Waterhouse entitled, ‘The Soul of the Rose‘ (1908)
knit
thanks, Sandy
knit
thanks, Linda
knit
knit, Christmas
knit, Christmas ornament
crochet
thanks, Phyllis
crochet
crochet
crochet, Christmas
crochet
RECIPE ... Christmas
CROCKPOT RECIPE
thanks, Anna
SWEETS ... crockpot
ADULT COLORING
a pop up book
CRAFTS ... Christmas
FUR COVERED ORNAMENT
justcraftyenough
I used star shapes because that was what I had on hand, but you could do any shape you want, like fur covered initials or words.
I experimented with a shorter black fur, almost a very plush velvet, and a longer white fur, about 1″ long. The shorter fur shows the shape best, but the longer one is a lot of fun. I wouldn’t try to use anything longer than an inch or you’ll lose the shape of your ornament in the fuzziness.
Fur-Covered Ornaments
Supplies:
- wooden ornament shape
- drill with small bit or hammer and nail
- paint to match fur color
- small paintbrush
- pen (optional)
- faux fur
- glue
- small scissors
- large jump ring
1. Drill or hammer a small hole at the top of your ornament for hanging.
I forgot to do it until after I had painted which meant I had to touch up the paint.
I forgot to do it until after I had painted which meant I had to touch up the paint.
2. Paint the back and sides of the ornament. Let dry.
For the white ornament, I also painted the front. I found my white fur really showed the color is it up against and the bare wood made it look yellow.
For the white ornament, I also painted the front. I found my white fur really showed the color is it up against and the bare wood made it look yellow.
3. Cut the fur and glue it to the front of the ornament. There are two ways you can do this.
For the white star, I traced the wooden shape onto the backing of the faux fur and then cut it out. (If you use small scissors and just cut through the backing you get very little fur mess.) Glue to the front of the ornament, trimming as needed.
For the black star, since I couldn’t trace onto the back of the back fur (I couldn’t find my dressmakers pencil.) I glued the wooden shape to the back of the fur. Once it was dry, I cut it out with small scissors.
For the white star, I traced the wooden shape onto the backing of the faux fur and then cut it out. (If you use small scissors and just cut through the backing you get very little fur mess.) Glue to the front of the ornament, trimming as needed.
For the black star, since I couldn’t trace onto the back of the back fur (I couldn’t find my dressmakers pencil.) I glued the wooden shape to the back of the fur. Once it was dry, I cut it out with small scissors.
If you use longer fur, you may want to trim it a little to let your ornament shape show better. I trimmed my white fur a little bit especially around the edges.
4. Put a jump ring through the hole in the ornament for hanging. You should be able to poke it right through the faux fur backing.
CHILDREN'S CORNER ... crafts
thanks, Cindy
PUZZLE
WORD SEARCH
| agony ahead beard begin bore breeze bungle crime | defend drift duct equine every floor hasp heart | instead memories objectives plant punt rhythm | signs skirt spirit stand stone surrender sword tails talent tattle trunk | under vista world worse worship wrong |
SUDOKU ... very hard
solution:
QUOTE
deck of cards
CLEVER ... Christmas
DIY Gold Christmas Lights
Give your Christmas lights a metallic glow by spray-painting the chord. Just be sure to follow the directions so you don't ruin the lights
EYE OPENER
thanks, Sam
Sonia, self portrait
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