”A baby fills a place in your heart that you never knew was empty.”
~Anonymous
~Anonymous
There’s a moment in everyone’s life when they know that the days ahead of them will never be the same. That moment is when their first child is born, while there are those who have sworn themselves to a life without children of their own (and more power to them) those who choose to have a child feel that the birth of their first is the most important day of their lives. Baby Day celebrates this little bundles of joy and all the wonders that come with them, and maybe a few of the trials.
AMAZING CAR DOOR ART
thanks, Elaine
Word of the Day
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| Definition: | (adjective) Engrossed in oneself and one's own affairs; selfish. | ||
| Synonyms: | egocentric, egoistic | ||
| Usage: | She's too self-centered to take any interest in my troubles. | ||
Idiom of the Day
(someone's) door is always open— Someone is always available to be of guidance, support, aid, or assistance whenever needed. Said especially by an employer or teacher to an employee or pupil. |
History
"Nessie" Reported for the First Time (1933)
More than 700 ft (213 m) deep, Loch Ness is the largest freshwater lake in the UK by volume. This makes it the perfect hiding place for a prehistoric creature—or so believers say. Though the legend of the Loch Ness Monster dates back to at least 565 BCE, modern accounts of "Nessie" date only to 1933, the year a local newspaper began reporting sightings of a fearsome, dragon-like creature in the lake.
Saint Catherine Labouré (1806)
Shortly after Labouré joined the Daughters of Charity, a religious order devoted to serving the poor, she reportedly began having visions of the Virgin Mary. In one, she was shown the design for what has come to be known as the Miraculous Medal, now worn by Christians the world over. Her role in the medal's creation was concealed until after her death, so she lived out her life in relative obscurity. In 1947, she was canonized by the Roman Catholic Church.
Festival of Sant' Efisio
| The Sagra di Sant' Efisio at Cagliari, in Sardinia, Italy, commemorates the martyrdom of a third-century Roman general who was converted to Christianity and credited with saving the town from the plague. On May 1, a procession accompanies a statue of St. Efisio through the streets of Cagliari to the church of Pula, the town where he suffered martyrdom. Three days later the statue returns to Cagliari. Several thousand pilgrims, wearing costumes that date from the 17th century and earlier, take part in the procession, which culminates in a parade down Cagliari's main avenue. |
You Are Here: Scientists Unveil Precise Map Of More Than A Billion Stars
| Wednesday was the day astronomers said goodbye to the old Milky Way they had known and loved and hello to a new view of our home galaxy. A European Space Agency mission called Gaia just released a long-awaited treasure trove of data: precise ... |
You Are Here: Scientists Unveil Precise Map Of More Than A Billion Stars
1853 - Franconi’s Hippodrome opened at Broadway and 23rd Street in New York City.
1885 - The magazine "Good Housekeeping" was first published.
1887 - Hannibal W. Goodwin applied for a patent on celluloid photographic film. This is the film from which movies are shown.
1902 - "A Trip to the Moon," the first science fiction film was released. It was created by magician George Melies.
1932 - Jack Benny's first radio show debuted on NBC Radio.
1938 - Ella Fitzgerald recorded "A-Tisket, A-Tasket" with Chick Webb’s band.
1969 - The ocean liner Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) made its maiden voyage.
1974 - The filming of "Jaws" began in Martha's Vineyard, MA.
1993 - At Washington's National Gallery of Art, an exhibit of 80 paintings from the collection of Dr. Albert C. Barnes opened.
1994 - Nelson Mandela claimed victory after South Africa's first democratic elections.
If You Were Born Today, May 2
Down to earth, practical, and responsible, you are a hard worker (some might say a workaholic!) with a strong will. A calm and capable aura surrounds you. Security and stability are what you crave most, and while you are generally very practical, you set your sights high. You would rather have a peaceful existence than worry too much about standing out. Famous people born today:
1729 Catherine the Great [Catherine II], German Empress of Russia (1762-96), born in Stettin, Kingdom of Prussia (d. 1796)
1797 Abraham Gesner, Canadian geologist (inventor of kerosene), born in Cornwallis, Nova Scotia (d. 1864)
1844 Elijah McCoy, Canadian-American inventor of African descent, notable for his 57 US patents (lubrication of steam engines), born in Colchester, Ontario (d. 1929)
1892 Manfred von Richthofen [The Red Baron], German World War I fighter ace, born in Wrocław, Poland (d. 1918)
1903 Benjamin Spock, American pediatrician (Common Sense Book of Baby Care), born in New Haven, Connecticut (d. 1998)
1972 Dwayne Johnson ["The Rock"], American professional wrestler and actor, born in Hayward, California
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Literary Hill BookFest 2018
May 6, 2018 | Washington, DC
Literary Hill BookFest is a celebration of books and authors on Capitol Hill. This event gives writers living on and writing about Capitol Hill the opportunity to meet their readers as well as each other. In addition to creating a venue to meet local writers, this festival offers information about literary services in the area.
further information: Literary Hill BookFest 2018
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North Charleston Arts Festival 2018
May 2-6, 2018 | North Charleston, SC
As the most comprehensive arts festival in South Carolina, the North Charleston Arts Festival showcases and celebrates art in all its forms—from dance, music and theatre to visual arts, media arts and literature. With over 40 performances on 4 different themed stages, kid’s programs, workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions, arts & crafts vendors, a gem & mineral show, an antique show, public art installations and much more, there’s an accessible art avenue for every person to explore.
further information: North Charleston Arts Fest | Charleston Events & Charleston Event Calendar
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Hawaiʻi Book and Music Festival 2018
May 5-6, 2018 | Honolulu, HI
The Hawaiʻi Book and Music Festival in Honolulu is a community celebration that promotes literacy, storytelling and live musical performances in the island state. The two-day event features readings from independent and published authors, Q&A sessions with scribes, discussion panels, hula performances, contemporary and traditional Hawaiian music and local island fare.
further information: Home
Antonie Frederik Jan Floris Jacob van Omphal (1788–1863) was a Dutch lieutenant general and extraordinary aide-de-camp to William III of the Netherlands. He fought in Napoleon's Imperial Guard in the Battle of Leipzig and the invasion of Russia, then under the United Kingdom of the Netherlands in the Battle of Waterloo. He was awarded a knighthood in the Military Order of William, among other honors.
The Time Richard Branson Flew a UFO over London
in an ET Costume
It was the early morning of April 1, 1989. Under the cover of darkness, Richard Branson took off in a custom hot air balloon shaped like a UFO. It was 4 am and te strobe lights on board were blinking every ten seconds.
knit
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thanks, Millie
ALPHABET LETTERS and NUMBERS
knit
thanks, June
crochet, translate
crochet
crochet
thanks, Helen
Beach Grass Placemat and Coasters
By Jennifer Dickerson
Materials:
Sizing:
Abbreviations and Tutorial Links:
Instructions for Coasters:
Chain 4 and join into a ring with a slip stitch.
Round 1: Chain 4 (counts as a dc), then work (a dc into center of ring, chain 1) 11 times. Join to close with a slip stitch.
Note: If you want to make each round in the same color, simply slip stitch until you reach a ch 1 space and keep going. If you want to switch colors...cut yarn and join the new yarn at one of the ch 1 spaces and tie securely.
Round 2: Chain 3 and work a dc in the same space. Chain 1, then work two double crochet in the next (chain 1) space. Keep doing this all the way around, working 2 dc in each space, then a chain 1. Join to close with a slip stitch.
Round 3: Chain 4th work 2 dc in the same space, then chain 1. In the next space, work three dc, then chain 1. Keep doing this all the way around the circle...3 dc, then a chain 1 in each space. Join with a slip stitch to close.
Round 4 (circle becomes hexagon in this round): Chain 4, and in the first space work 2 dc, chain 1, then 3 dc all in the same space. This creates the first hexagon corner. In the next space, to work the hexagon side, chain 1, then work 3 dc in next space. Keep going in this manner, working a corner of two "clusters" and a side of 1 cluster (each cluster being separated by a chain 1). Join with a slip stitch to close.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Instructions for Placemat:
Chain 4 and join into a ring with a slip stitch.
Round 1: Chain 4 (counts as a dc), then work (a dc into center of ring, chain 1) 11 times. Join to close with a slip stitch.
Note: If you want to make each round in the same color, simply slip stitch until you reach a ch 1 space and keep going. If you want to switch colors...cut yarn and join the new yarn at one of the ch 1 spaces and tie securely.
Round 2: Chain 3 and work a dc in the same space. Chain 1, then work two double crochet in the next (chain 1) space. Keep doing this all the way around, working 2 dc in each space, then a chain 1. Join to close with a slip stitch.
Round 3: Chain 4th work 2 dc in the same space, then chain 1. In the next space, work three dc, then chain 1. Keep doing this all the way around the circle...3 dc, then a chain 1 in each space. Join with a slip stitch to close.
Round 4 (circle becomes hexagon in this round): Chain 4, and in the first space work 2 dc, chain 1, then 3 dc all in the same space. This creates the first hexagon corner. In the next space, to work the hexagon side, chain 1, then work 3 dc in next space. Keep going in this manner, working a corner of two "clusters" and a side of 1 cluster (each cluster being separated by a chain 1). Join with a slip stitch to close.
Repeat round 4 until your hexagon has a total of 12 rounds or until placemat is desired size.
Fasten off and weave in any ends that remain.
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CROCKPOT RECIPE ... adult
thanks, Gail
SWEETS
thanks, Shelley
CRAFTS ... sewing
A Wrist Pincushion Tutorial
CHILDREN'S CORNER ... Mother's Day
thanks, Lucy
PUZZLE
yippy! first time in a long time the picture and the label match!
WORD SEARCH
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Faith Ringgold has designed an art making game called, Quiltuduko. It's based on and inspired by Sudoku. Quiltuduko is available on Google Play for Android and iTunes for iPad and iPhone. Quiltuduko costs $1.99 and there is a free version too! (5 games are in the free version)
(I have no cell phone so dont know apps)
Can't you just see someone driving right thu the garage door sometime?
EYE OPENER
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