DIANE'S CORNER ... Celebrate Vegan Day
Vegan Day first occurred on November 1st, 1994 as a way of commemorating the 50th anniversary of the UK Vegan Society and indeed the term “Vegan”. The Vegan Society was established in November of 1944; although the exact date was unknown. The President of the Vegan Society decided to elect the date of the 1st of November. This is now recognized as the date on which the Vegan Society was founded and on which Vegan Day would be observed.
Along with celebrating the start of the Vegan Society, Vegan Day is an opportunity to promote the benefits of a vegan diet and veganism in general. The term Vegan was coined by Donald Watson and derived from the word Vegetarian. At that time, the differentiation was that Vegans did not consume dairy products. Later this extended to eggs, and by 1951, veganism had become a movement of people who did not partake in the exploitation of animals.
Each year there are a number of festivals and exhibitions held around the world by vegan societies. In addition, there are many local events, talks and cooking demonstrations organized by individuals.
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Joke of the Day
QUITE THE DIFFERENCE
It’s a 5 minute walk from my house to the pub.
It’s a 35 minute walk from the pub to my house.
The difference is staggering.
It’s a 35 minute walk from the pub to my house.
The difference is staggering.
Word of the Day
rodomont
The Very Strong Rodomonte
MEANING:
noun: A vain boaster.
ETYMOLOGY:
After Rodomonte, the boastful king in Orlando Innamorato by Matteo Boiardo and the sequel Orlando Furioso by Ludovico Ariosto. Earliest documented use: 1592. A related word is rodomontade.
USAGE:
“Tyson wasn’t just being a rodomont about [the city of] Columbus accomplishments. She said that sharing the city’s experiences was a way to help other countries with their own government reforms.”
Councilwoman Priscilla Tyson Touting Columbus to Inspire African Nations; Call & Post (Cleveland, Ohio); Nov 7, 2012.
Councilwoman Priscilla Tyson Touting Columbus to Inspire African Nations; Call & Post (Cleveland, Ohio); Nov 7, 2012.
Idiom of the Day
GET SOMETHING OUT OF ONE’S SYSTEM
Do something you have wanted to do so that you can then move on from it
I don’t drink much anymore; I got it out of my system when I was at university!
I don’t drink much anymore; I got it out of my system when I was at university!
This Day in History
1512 - Michelangelo's paintings on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel were first exhibited to the public.
1800 - U.S. President John Adams became the first president to live in the White House when he moved in.
1848 - The first medical school for women, founded by Samuel Gregory, opened in Boston, MA. The Boston Female Medical School later merged with Boston University School of Medicine.
1870 - The U.S. Weather Bureau made its first meteorological observations using 24 locations that provided reports via telegraph.
1894 - "Billboard Advertising" was published for the first time. It later became known as "Billboard."
1940 - "One Night in the Tropics" was released. It was the first movie for Abbott and Costello.
1959 - Jacques Plante, of the Montreal Canadiens, became the first goalie in the NHL to wear a mask.
1968 - The movie rating system of G, M, R, X, followed by PG-13 and NC-17 went into effect.
1994 - The Amazon.com domain name was registered.
1998 - Iridium inaugurated the first handheld, global satellite phone and paging system.
DAILY SQU-EEK
If You Were Born Today, November 1
You certainly follow your own instincts, and you possess a very strong will and distinct character. You have progressive and sometimes unusual ideas and convictions. Your wit is sharp and you have a strong sense of irony. Your personal style is distinct and magnetic, and you could talk a bird out of a tree if you put your mind to it! You are a family person who takes responsibility for loved ones very seriously, and you are a passionate lover. Famous people born today
1762 Spencer Perceval, British Prime Minister (Tory: 1809-12), born in London (d. 1812)
1878 Carlos Saavedra Lamas, Argentine politician (Nobel Peace Prize 1936), born in Buenos Aires, Argentina (d. 1959)
1880 Alfred Wegener, German polar researcher, geophysicist and meteorologist (continental shift), born in Berlin (d. 1930)
1942 Larry Flynt, American magazine publisher (Hustler), born in Lakeville, Kentucky
1947 Jim Steinman, American Grammy Award-winning songwriter and record producer (Bat Out of Hell, Total Eclipse of the Heart), born in NYC, New York
1960 Tim Cook, American businessman (CEO of Apple Inc. 2011-), born in Mobile, Alabama
1973 Aishwarya Rai, Indian actress and beauty queen (Miss World 1994), born in Mangaluru, India
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READERS INFO
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(Not So) Totally Useless Facts of The Day:
The roadrunner is the state bird of New Mexico
An MLB First
On September 01, 1964, 54 years ago today, Masanori Murakami became the first Japanese player to play in a Major League Baseball (MLB) game. The left-handed reliever pitched a scoreless inning for the San Francisco Giants in a 4-1 loss against the New York Mets. It would take another 31 years before the next Japanese player (Hideo Nomo of the Los Angeles Dodgers) played in a MLB game.
Hotfoot Teddy was the name given to a small bear cub that was found burned and clinging to the top of a tree at a forest fire in New Mexico's Capitan Mountains in 1950. The bear cub was rescued by fire fighters, and his survival
story had touched people’s hearts.
He was donated to the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. with an important job to do. Hotfoot Teddy became the mascot
and messenger for the Department of Natural Resources Fire Prevention Program. He was later renamed to Smokey Bear. Today, Smokey Bear is widely recognized as the symbol for forest fire prevention and is credited with significantly reducing the number of forest fires each year.
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1952 -
On this day in 1952, the United States exploded the first hydrogen bomb on Eniwetok Atoll in the Marshall Islands.
3.
1512 - Michelangelo's paintings on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel were first exhibited to the public.
Hotfoot Teddy was the name given to a small bear cub that was found burned and clinging to the top of a tree at a forest fire in New Mexico's Capitan Mountains in 1950. The bear cub was rescued by fire fighters, and his survival
story had touched people’s hearts.
Calvary Lions Mule Day 2019
Nov 1 - 2, 2019 | Cairo, GA
Mule Day Grounds|McCraville Rd & Old 179 S
Calvary Lions Mule Day in Calvary, Georgia, is a celebration of the workhorse, nay, the work-mule that is so vital to the area's agricultural efforts. The one-day affair features a parade of dozens of mules and antique tractors, live musical performances, a petting zoo, museum, kids' zone and over 450 arts and crafts exhibits and food vendors.
further information: Calvary Lions Mule Day
4.
Florida Seafood Festival 2019
Nov 1 - 2, 2019 | Apalachicola, FL
Battery Park|1 Bay Ave
Established in the 1960s, the annual Florida Seafood Festival celebrates local seafood by throwing a grandiose outdoor party. The two-day extravaganza features a smorgasbord of fresh fish dishes, art exhibitions, a 3-mile Redfish Run, oyster eating and shucking contests, blue crab races, live musical performances from nationally touring acts, carnival attractions, a pageant and a captivating fireworks display.
further information: Florida Seafood Festival
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Hunter Appreciation 2019
Nov 22, 2019 | Llano, TX
Llano Chamber of Commerce|100 Train Station Dr
Hunter Appreciation takes place annually and celebrates the opening of deer season in Llano, the Deer Capital of Texas. The event provides hunting guides and information, free goody bags, tasty food and drinks and a raffle for the chance to win a big prize. Usher in deer season with a bang!
Llano Chamber of Commerce|100 Train Station Dr
Hunter Appreciation takes place annually and celebrates the opening of deer season in Llano, the Deer Capital of Texas. The event provides hunting guides and information, free goody bags, tasty food and drinks and a raffle for the chance to win a big prize. Usher in deer season with a bang!
further information: Hunter Appreciation - 2019
FRIDAY'S INTERESTING FACTS
ME:
You scored 10 out of 10! You're A Mastermind Great job!
YOU:
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Pictures of the day
ME:
You scored 10 out of 10! You're A Mastermind Great job!
YOU:
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Pictures of the day
The human skull is the bony structure that forms the head in the human skeleton. It supports the structures of the face and forms a cavity for the brain. Like the skulls of other vertebrates, it protects the brain from injury. The skull consists of three parts, of different embryological origin – the neurocranium, the sutures, and the facial skeleton (also called the membranous viscerocranium). The neurocranium (or braincase) forms the protective bony structure that surrounds and houses the brain and brainstem. The upper areas of the cranial bones form the calvaria (skullcap). The sutures are fairly rigid joint between bones of the neurocranium, whereas the facial skeleton is formed by the bones supporting the face, including the mandible. This picture is a diagram of the human skull as seen from the left, showing the main bones of the neurocranium and the facial skeleton.
Madrid, Spain
knit
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knit
thanks, Helen
knit
thanks, Valerie, Canadian Correspondent
crochet
thanks, Lois
thanks, Shelley, New York Food Correspondent
CROCKPOT RECIPE
SWEETS
ADULT COLORING
CRAFTS
CHILDREN'S CORNER ... crafts
PUZZLE
SUDOKU ... medium
QUOTE
CLEVER
CROCKPOT RECIPE
SWEETS
thanks, Lana
COOKBOOK FRIDAY
ADULT COLORING
CRAFTS
thanks, Karen
CHILDREN'S CORNER ... crafts
thanks, Joanne
PUZZLE
| agree ahead arouse bees candy cast cheek chosen confection | consequence consign crave cute delay enjoy esteem | flirt forlorn manage name occur overcome | reason reset rest return sadness scent shelf shirt sire soya | stage stock sugar today values video winter woes |
SUDOKU ... medium
solution:
QUOTE
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CLEVER
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Use Pool Noodles As Bumpers In Your Garage
Not all garages are created equally and some people unfortunately have to fit their cars into such narrow spaces. For those who have a small garage, try slicing a pool noodle in half and attaching the pieces to either side of the garage walls.
Next time you get out of your car, the doors will nudge softly against the noodles instead of hitting the wall. No more scuff marks on the wall and no more dings on your car door!
Next time you get out of your car, the doors will nudge softly against the noodles instead of hitting the wall. No more scuff marks on the wall and no more dings on your car door!
EYE OPENER
NOVEMBER 28 -
A THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
A man said to the universe: "Sir, I exist!" "However," replied the universe, "The fact has not created in me a sense of obligation." -Stephen Crane, writer (1 Nov 1871-1900)
OPTICAL ILLUSION
What do you see when you look into my eyes? That’s the question we imagine this person is asking. You just have to be able to pick an eye and focus! It’s much easier said than done.
Also, which mouth does he speak out of? Is one for eating and the other for talking? We have so many questions, and really hope he has all the answers.
FOR THIS SUNDAY:
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