Oh brother! Have you got a boy sibling that drives you a bit crazy, but you love to bits anyway? Or perhaps someone who isn’t related, but you feel a kinship with all the same. Brother’s Day exists to celebrate all forms of brotherhood!
The bond between siblings is naturally very strong. Growing up together, getting into trouble, playing games together, the competitiveness between you. Perhaps you have just one brother, perhaps you have lots – today, it’s time to reflect on the ways in which your sibling has enriched your life.
Brothers might not be as inclined as sisters when it comes down to hugging, sending flowers, or even remember about celebrations altogether. How many birthdays have you remembered at the last minute and had to arrange an on-the-spot gift?
Of course, this does not mean that you value less the people around you. However, you can save yourself from embarrassment by just adding a quick tick to your calendar. This trick might even make you look amazing when you remember about Brother’s Day before your forgetful siblings!
History of Brother’s Day
Brother’s Day was created in 2001 by C. Daniel Rhodes of Hoover, Alabama to celebrate the family – specifically, brothers. Celebrated on the 24th of May, it’s a great day to let your brother know how much he means to you.
The bond between brothers is so strong and such a significant part of many people’s lives that it has inspired hundreds of books, films, paintings, poetry, and plays.
How many famous brothers can you think of? What about the Brother’s Grimm, famous for their stories? Or the Wright brothers, who pioneered the first airplanes?
Liam and Noel Gallagher of Oasis are brothers. Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb made up the Bee Gees. The Jackson 5 were all brothers – can you name any more?
There’s no doubt that sometimes brothers don’t get the fame and fortune that the above do – but this day is about making sure that your brother knows that you still think the world of him, even if you don’t always get along!
thanks, Michele, Picture Coordinator
Photo taken near Watrous, SK on May 22 - this flower is so beautiful!
WORD OF THE DAY
swan song or swansong
MEANING:noun: A farewell or final performance, appearance, or accomplishment.
ETYMOLOGY:From the ancient belief that swans sang before dying. From Old English swan. Ultimately from the Indo-European root swen- (to sound), which also gave us sound, sonic, sonnet, sonata, and unison. Earliest documented use: 1596.
USAGE:“Although Gadsby meant ‘Nanette’ to be a kind of swan song, she was so jazzed by its success that she came out of her brief retirement.”
Hilton Als; Only Disconnect; The New Yorker; Jul 29, 2019.
Fields of golden yellow on her morning walk in Cape Breton, NS
TODAY'S ARTIST thanks, Natalie
Robert William Vonnoh (September 17, 1858 – 28 December 1933) 
was an American Impressionist painter known for his portraits and landscapes. He traveled extensively between the American East Coast and France, more specifically the artists colony Grez-sur-Loing.
Hilton Als; Only Disconnect; The New Yorker; Jul 29, 2019.
Ramford Titan, research vessel, will map 3D-4D images all summer long
IDIOM OF THE DAYWhat does 'bust my chops' mean?
Meaning: When someone says that they're not going to bust their chops, it means they are not going to work that hard or make much effort.
many trillium to be seen along the trails
thanks, Patsy
(Not So) TOTALLY USELESS FACTS OF THE DAY
On April 23, 2002, Sesame Street character Elmo became the first non-human to testify before Congress. He was there to defend funding for music programs in schools.
In 1964, a Swedish art gallery displayed 4 paintings by an unknown artist named Pierre Brassau. Nearly every critic praised the avant-garde pieces except one, who said, "Only an ape could have done this". Pierre Brassau was, in fact, an
ape and the display was an elaborate hoax.
A Texas man once went to the ER with a blood-alcohol level of 037, but he hadn't been drinking. People suspected he was a "closet drinker" for years because he often became unexpectedly drunk until doctors found he had auto-brewery
syndrome. He got drunk whenever he ate carbs.
fishing trip in Pugwash Junction by folks who are now the seniors here!YOUR CALL by Sylvia, CAN DO Correspondent
why they wait to take the boat out of dry dock....
ape and the display was an elaborate hoax.
syndrome. He got drunk whenever he ate carbs.
COFFEE thanks, Michele
PICTURES OF THE DAY
Vanadinite is a mineral belonging to the apatite group of phosphates. It is one of the main industrial ores of the metal vanadium and a minor source of lead. A dense, brittle mineral, it is usually found in the form of red hexagonal crystals. It is an uncommon mineral, formed by the oxidation of lead ore deposits such as galena. First discovered in 1801 in Mexico, vanadinite deposits have since been unearthed in South America, Europe, Africa, and North America. This cluster of reddish brown tabular vanadinite crystals, measuring 4.0 cm × 2.5 cm × 2.3 cm (1.57 in × 0.98 in × 0.91 in), was found in a mine in Mibladen, Morocco. The photograph was focus-stacked from 212 separate images using software.
Akron, Ohio, USA
A small brown butterfly.
the Picton Castle exiting Lunenburg Bay on her world voyage!
knitthanks, Charlotte
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thanks, Amber
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maybe not a great beach for this dog (Indian Beach, N. Sydney, CB)
KNIT PATTERNS OF THE DAY thanks, Valerie, Canadian Correspondent
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KNIT PATTERNS OF THE DAY
there are 175 lighthouses in Nova Scotia = WOW, but makes sense too
crochet
thanks, Laura
crochetthanks, Gabby
Bridal shrug
crochet
tourists have started their visits to Sydney, CB
PANTRY RECIPE thanks, Debbie
CROCKPOT RECIPE thanks, Cora
Both vegetarian and vegan diets may provide health benefits, including reduced body weight, lower cholesterol levels, and decreased risk of cardiovascular disease. However, it is important for vegetarians and vegans to ensure that they are meeting all of their nutritional requirements.
SWEETS RECIPE thanks, Anita
ADULT COLORING
The films are:
- “Diamonds are Forever” (Diamonds + R + Four + Heifer)
- “Moonraker” (Moon + Rake + R)
- “Octopussy” (Octopus + E)
- “Golden Eye” (Gold + Hen + Eye)
- “The World Is Not Enough” (The World + E’s + Knot + N + Oeuf)
CRAFTS thanks, Dana
This is not only practical, it also doubles as an air freshener! Fill up a small vase or glass jar with things like coffee beans, dried beans, marbles, popcorn kernels, rice, or mini crystals, and use it to store all of your makeup brushes. Surprisingly, it's a fantastic idea for table centerpieces. With this in mind, simply throw a tea light or battery-operated candle in there.
CLOTHESPIN FLOWER POT
Now THIS is particularly crafty. Talk about being resourceful! What's more, a recycled tuna can and a few clothespins are all you need to make quite the unique flower pot or candle holder. To that end, you don't even need any glue for this simple project! However, you could try spray painting the clothespins for a unique look.
CHILDREN'S CORNER thanks, Mindy
Candy Surprise Bow Ties
PUZZLE
WORD SEARCH
| acclaim ancestor anode backbone commit conciliation | emergency exact export fascist gather imitate impetus industrious | lease meet minister modern mother note opted | planet ransack resist romps seat seven sheen | short slid stern sweep tell title users |
SUDOKU .. hard
comfort food: Maritime style!
Do You Feel Like The Good Times Outweigh The Bad?
QUOTE thanks, Michele
Father’s Day in foreign languages
How to say Father’s Day in Dutch: Fijne Vaderdag
How to say Father’s Day in French: Bonne fête des Pères
How to say Father’s Day in German: Alles Gute zum Vatertag!
How to say Father’s Day in Irish: Lá na nAthaireacha faoi shona daoibh
How to say Father’s Day in Italian: Buona festa del papà!
How to say Father’s Day in Spanish: Feliz Dia del Padre
How to say Father’s Day in Swedish: Grattis på farsdagen
How to say Father’s Day in Welsh: Sul y tadau hapus
A THOUGHT FOR TODAY:
OPTICAL ILLUSION
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