Celebrate Amnesty Int'l Day
”To Deny People Their Human Rights Is To Challenge Their Very Humanity.”
~Nelson Mandela
~Nelson Mandela
Human rights have been a hot topic in local and international politics since the 1960’s. Whether fighting for the right to marry the person of our choice or to end abuses like child labor all over the globe, Amnesty International has been in the trenches trying to make the world a better place. Amnesty International Day works to promote human rights and raise awareness of their abuses and how our choices affect them every day.
History of Amnesty International Day
Amnesty International was first established in the month of July 1961 in London. Peter Benenson, an English labor lawyer was inspired to establish this organization after learning of two Portuguese students being imprisoned for seven years after “having drunk a toast to liberty.” Together with Eric Baker of the Religious Society of Friends, and numerous other intelligentsia, including academics, writers, and lawyers, they composed an article called “The Forgotten Prisoners” that would see publication in The Observer in May of 1961. This led to an appeal which quickly grew into an organization that would work to change the world and see that everyone would be entitled to a set of basic human rights.
The tireless efforts of this organization have since been central to revealing violations of human rights and working to change government policy as relates to their protection. Their work wasn’t always popular, with its members being accused of everything from espionage (1980’s Russia) to protectors of the criminal element (the Moroccan Government). In truth, they are champions of the downtrodden and the oppressed and work every day to alleviate the struggles of people everywhere facing famine, the trials of war, and those seeking asylum.
thanks for the funnies, ShelleyWord of the Day
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| Definition: | (verb) Inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of. | ||
| Synonyms: | inhabit, live, dwell | ||
| Usage: | Millions of as yet undiscovered creatures populate the ocean depths. | ||
Idiom of the Day
not a moment too soon— At the last possible moment before it is too late; just in the nick of time. |
History
Space Monkeys Finally Survive a Space Flight, Humans Soon to Follow (1959)
Several monkeys were launched into space before 1959, but Able and Miss Baker became the first to survive such a trip—a 16-minute flight aboard a US missile. Able, a rhesus monkey, died just days after the flight while undergoing surgery to remove a medical electrode. Miss Baker, a squirrel monkey, lived to the age of 27 and is buried on the grounds of the US Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, where she spent most of her life.
Yvonne, Annette, Cécile, Émilie, and Marie: The Dionne Quintuplets (1934)
As the first set of quintuplets known to have survived infancy, the Dionne sisters of Ontario, Canada, garnered international attention. Sadly, they were exploited almost from birth. As infants, the quintuplets were removed from their parents' care and made wards of the state. However, rather than protect them from parents it had deemed unfit, the government instead used the girls to establish "Quintland," a popular tourist attraction.
Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a legal holiday proclaimed annually by the president to honor U.S. citizens who have died in war. Both religious services and patriotic parades mark the day's celebrations. In the national official observance, a wreath is placed on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. One of the more moving observances is at the Gettysburg National Cemetery in Pennsylvania, where schoolchildren scatter flowers over the graves of unknown soldiers of the Civil War.
Humans are causing massive changes in the location of water around the world, NASA says
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1863 - The first black regiment left Boston to fight in the U.S. Civil War.
1892 - The Sierra club was organized in San Francisco, CA.
1929 - Warner Brothers debuted "On With The Show" in New York City. It was the first all-color-talking picture.
1937 - U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt pushed a button in Washington, DC, signaling that vehicular traffic could cross the newly opened Golden Gate Bridge in California.
1953 - The Walt Disney film "Melody" premiered in the Paramount Theatre in Hollywood. The picture was the first 3-D cartoon.
1957 - National League club owners voted to allow the Brooklyn Dodgers to move to Los Angeles and that the New York Giants could move to San Francisco.
1998 - Dr. Susan Terebey discovered a planet outside of our solar system with the use of photos taken by the Hubble Space Telescope.
1999 - In Milan, Italy, Leonardo de Vinci's "The Last Supper" was put back on display after more than 20 years of restoration work.
2015 - The Observatory at One World Trade Center officially opened.
If You Were Born Today, May 28
You are a determined, independent, and possibly quite stubborn person. You possess common sense and great wit, and you come across in a straightforward way. As practical and logical as you can be, you are also very intuitive and attuned to the world of beauty and creativity. A strong desire to achieve security drives you. Famous people born today:
1660 George I, King of England (1714-27), born in Hanover, Holy Roman Empire (d. 1727)
1888 Jim Thorpe, versatile American athlete (Olympic gold-1912), born in Prague, Oklahoma (d. 1953)
1910 T-Bone Walker, American blues guitarist (Funky Town, Well Done), born in Linden, Texas (d. 1975)
1940 Betty Shabazz, American educator and civil rights activist who was the widow of Malcolm X, born in Pinehurst, Georgia (d. 1997)
1944 Rudy Giuliani, American Mayor of New York City (Republican: 1994-2001) at the time of the September 11 attacks, born in NYC, New York
READERS INFO
1.World Science Festival 2018
May 29 - Jun 3, 2018 | New York, NY
New York City’s World Science Festival is an event inspired by the wonder of science and its implications for the future. The festival draws over a million attendees who come to enjoy several days of science-inspired events including talks and panels with world-renowned scientists. This celebration of science covers a wide range of topics from quantum mechanics to the search for alien life, to robots and the future of the environment. Youth and family-oriented activities include hands-on workshops exploring a variety of subjects, so there’s delightfully informative fun for everyone!
further information: World Science Festival 2018 | World Science Festival
2.
Jersey City Artist & Maker Market 2018
Jun 1, 2018 | Jersey City, NJ
Grove Street PATH Plaza|135 Newark Ave
Shop directly from emerging artisans, vintage vendors, indie makers and established artists at Jersey City Artist & Maker Market. Find one-of-a-kind items and mix and mingle with the talented creators as you listen to live tunes and enjoy exquisite food and drinks.
further information: Artist Maker Market - Downtown Jersey City, NJ
3.
Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts 2018
May 31 - Jun 10, 2018
Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts is a series of events that celebrate art in all of its diverse manifestations. The festival brings together local, American and international artists who work in a variety of media. Displays include pieces from various time periods and styles as well as recently commissioned works. The diverse and engaging selection of exhibits, performances and gatherings cater to audiences with many different tastes and interests.
further information: PIFA 2018 Schedule of Events - MAY 31 to JUN 10, 2018
Jay Gould (1836–1892) was a leading American railroad developer and speculator. He began acquiring depreciated land in his 20s, and following the Panic of 1857 he became the majority shareholder in the Rutland and Washington Railroad, having acquired stocks for ten cents on the dollar. Over his lifetime, he acquired a fortune conservatively estimated at $72 million ($1.76 billion in 2016). He has been portrayed as a ruthless robber baron of the Gilded Age, hated and reviled. However, some modern historians have used primary sources to combat this portrayal.
A WELL EARNED REST IN THE SAHARA
This photo, of Moussa Macher, our Touareg guide, was taken at the summit of Tin-Merzouga, the largest dune (or erg) in the Tadrat region of the Sahara desert in southern Algeria. Moussa rested while waiting for us to finish our 45 minute struggle to the top. It only took 10 minutes of rolling, running and jumping to get to get back down. The Tadrat is part of the Tassili N’Ajjer National Park World Heritage Area, famous for its red sand, and engravings and rock paintings of cattle, elephants, giraffes and rhinos that lived there when the climate was milder. Location: Summit of Tin-Merzouga, Tadrat, Tassili N’Ajjer National Park, Algeria
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Spring Flower Slippers
Materials: Yarns, Tapestry needle, 6 buttons
Hooks: Hook 6.5 mm for the soles and 6.00mm for the upper
Yarn: Tapestry yarn for the soles, Medium Worsted Cotton for the uppers and Flowers
Gauge : 2 inches / 6 sts/ 1 Row
Soles
With 6.5 mm hook
Sizes: From 5 to 6
Work a ch 16
Rnd 1: work 3 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 3 chs, hdc in next 5 chs, dc in
next 5 chs, 7 dc in last ch, working in the loops on the opposite side, dc in next 5 chs, hdc in next 5 chs, sc in last 3 chs, join with sl st in the skipped ch (36 sts)
Rnd 2: ch 1, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sc in next 14 sts, 2 sc in next 5 sts, sc in next 14 sts, join with sl st in ch-1 (44 sts)
Rnd 3: ch 1, 2 sc in next st, (sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) 2 times, sc in next 16 sts, 2 sc in next st, (sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) 4 times, sc in next 14 sts, join with sl st in ch-1 (52 sts)
Sizes: From 7 to 8
Work a ch 17
Rnd 1: work 3 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 3 chs, hdc in next 6 chs, dc in next 5 chs, 7 dc in last ch, working in the loops on the opposite side, dc in next 5 chs, hdc in next 6 chs, sc in last 3 chs, join with sl st in the skipped ch (38 sts)
Rnd 2: ch 1, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sc in next 15 sts, 2 sc in next 5 sts, sc in next 15 sts, join with sl st in ch-1 (46 sts)
Rnd 3: ch 1, 2 dc in next st, (dc in next st, 2 dc in next st) 2 times, dc in next 17 sts, 2 dc in next st, (dc in next st, 2 dc in next st) 4 times, dc in next 15 sts, join
with sl st in ch-1 (54 sts)
Sizes: From 9 to10
With 6.5 mm hook, ch 18
Rnd 1: work 3 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 3 chs, hdc in next 7 chs, dc in next 5 chs, 7 dc in last ch, working in the loops on the opposite side, dc in next 5chs, hdc in next 7 chs, sc in last 3 chs, join with sl st in the skipped ch (40 sts)
Rnd 2: ch 1, 2 hdc in next 3 sts, hdc in next 16 sts, 2 hdc in next 5 sts, hdc in next 16 sts, join with sl st in ch-1 (48 sts)
Rnd 3: ch 2, 2 dc in next st, (dc in next st, 2 dc in next st) 2 times, dc in next 18 sts, 2 dc in next st, (dc in next st, 2 dc in next st) 4 times, dc in next 16 sts, join with sl st in top of beginning ch-2 (56 sts)
Sizes: From 11 to 12
With 6.5 mm hook, ch 19
Rnd 1: work 3 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 4 chs, hdc in next 7 chs, dc in next 5 chs, 7 dc in last ch, working in the loops on the opposite side, dc in next 5 chs, hdc in next 7 chs, sc in last 4 chs, join with sl st in the skipped ch (42 sts)
Rnd 2: ch 1, 2 hdc in next 3 sts, hdc in next 17 sts, 2 hdc in next 5 sts, hdc in next 17 sts, join with sl st in ch-1 (50 sts)
Rnd 3: ch 2, 2 dc in next st, (dc in next st, 2 dc in next st) 2 times, dc in next 19 sts, 2 dc in next st, (dc in next st, 2 dc in next st) 4 times, dc in next 17 sts, join with sl st in top of beginning ch-2 (58 sts)
UPPER:
Medium worsted cotton
Medium worsted cotton
Row 1- Ch1 , 1 sc each st across in backloops, join.
Row 2- Ch2, 1 hdc each st across (half double crochet), join.
Row 3- Ch1 ,1 sc each st across, join.
Row 4- Place a pin in the middle front. Is done? Ok.
Now, count 12 sitches to each side, starting from the middle. The idea is find the most centered 24 sts in the front of slipper.
Row 5- We will make all this row with hdc for yarn, but at the front centered 24 sts, make 2 hdc tog, 12 times . We are decreasing as you can see.Join.
Row 6- Repeat, but this time you only work 6 times- 2 hdc tog- at front. We still decrease. Join.
Row 7- Is a sc (single crochet) row, 1 sc each st across. Join.
Flowers:
Magic Ring:
You will place 3 petals at that ring.
Just follow this: #ch3, 3 treble crochet, ch4 to join#.
Repeat for a total of 3 times.
Decorate with Buttons
RECIPE
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SLOW COOKER SPICY CHICKPEAS
Chickpeas get a little shakeup in this flavorful, hearty recipe. Good on its own or as the main thing, these chickpeas will have all your vegan friends asking you how they can make it too!
Ingredients:
- 3 cans chickpeas
- 1 leek
- 1 can tomatoes (include juice from the can)
- 1 onion, red, white or yellow
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 habanero peppers or hot pepper of your choice
- 2 cups spinach
- Vegan cheese
- Olive oil, for topping
- Optional: handful of parsnip or turnip, grated
Directions:
1. Combine all ingredients, diced and chopped, except the spinach, salt, and pepper in the slow cooker.
2. Cook on low for 4 hours, up to 5.
3. Once done, turn off cooker. Stir in spinach and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle olive oil on top and add grated vegan cheese and sit down to eat!
2. Cook on low for 4 hours, up to 5.
3. Once done, turn off cooker. Stir in spinach and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle olive oil on top and add grated vegan cheese and sit down to eat!
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ADULT COLORING
CRAFTS
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Porcelain Dog Jigsaw Puzzle
PUZZLE
| adult alien arrange bagel damn eclipse exhaust fought | gala gasp gate glare health heart limit lost | mode moon mother neither night nope novel protector | refer remain repel respect sate separation shout slur solar speed | start stick sunset taste toast total tumor university yeast |
solution:
CLEVER
Use the roots of vegetables to grow your own
Cut your veggies at the roots and place them in small Glad containers to grow your own veggies.
A Wall Of Poppies On The National Mall Honors Fallen Soldiers
sent by my friend, Sally 😂
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