Many families with dependent children are living paycheck to paycheck and cannot afford to take even a one week holiday away from work to have a rest or dip their toes in some water. The UK group Family Holiday Charity, is a non-profit organization that raises funds to help provide holidays for those families who couldn’t otherwise afford to take one.
The Family Holiday Charity recognizes that families need a break. Many of the kids from these families can’t remember the last time they saw their mom smile or have never had a family vacation. This charity established Shades Day as an important opportunity for folks around the UK to show support for families who need support to go on a holiday.
Shades Day was intentionally placed on the closest Friday to the UN’s International Day of the Family, and the day it is important to recognize that thousands of struggling families across the country never enjoy even the simplest break away from home.
So dig out that pair of sunglasses and get ready to participate in Shades Day, because it all goes to support a worthy cause!
thanks, Michele, Picture Coordinator
JOKE OF THE DAY
not where I'd hike on a windy day!!!
WORD OF THE DAY
alexander
A medallion commemorating Alexander the Great
MEANING:verb tr.:
1. To praise or flatter.
2. To hang someone.
ETYMOLOGY:For 1: After Alexander the Great (356-323 BCE) of Macedon, who never lost a war and earned widespread renown for his victories. Earliest documented use: 1700.
For 2: After Jerome Alexander (1590-1670), English judge, who was disbarred in England for misconduct and moved to Ireland where he delighted in giving death sentences. Earliest documented use: 1666.
USAGE:“Alexandered, endless in triumphant march
I forged this world new mint for me.”
Frank Miller; Poets Unbound; Writers Club Press; 2001.
“It is getting almost dangerous to talk to me. I lay violent hands on people ... have people the minute they don’t agree with me, alexandered, at once.”
Gerald Stanley Lee; The Ghost in the White House; Dutton; 1920.
1. To praise or flatter.
2. To hang someone.
For 2: After Jerome Alexander (1590-1670), English judge, who was disbarred in England for misconduct and moved to Ireland where he delighted in giving death sentences. Earliest documented use: 1666.
I forged this world new mint for me.”
Frank Miller; Poets Unbound; Writers Club Press; 2001.
“It is getting almost dangerous to talk to me. I lay violent hands on people ... have people the minute they don’t agree with me, alexandered, at once.”
Gerald Stanley Lee; The Ghost in the White House; Dutton; 1920.
IDIOM OF THE DAYWhat does 'bury the hatchet' mean?
Meaning: If you bury the hatchet, you make peace with someone and stop arguing or fighting.
She was singing in the tub and they decided to sing along :o)))))
thanks, Patsy
The word "photography" is derivative of two Greek words that mean "writing with light".
The original location for the 1947 Miracle on 34th St. movie was the N.Y. Macy's in Herald Square. However, for the remake in 1994, Macy's refused to participate. Therefore, the fictional store Cole's was created.
Ernest Hemingway survived malaria, pneumonia, anthrax, skin cancer, dysentery, anemia, hepatitis, diabetes, two plane crashes, a ruptured kidney, a ruptured liver, a ruptured spleen, a fractured skull, and a crushed vertebra.
No human, you would NEVER outrun me....YOUR CALL by Sylvia, CAN DO Correspondent
Chickpea Latkes
1-1/2 c. cooked chickpeas (one 15-ounce can), rinsed and drained
1 t. coarsely chopped garlic
1 small chopped onion
1 T. fresh herbs, if desired
2 T. extra-virgin olive oil
1 large egg
1 t. spice mix (Moroccan, Mexican, Curry, Montreal Steak Spice, Old Bay…)
1/1 t. salt, to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 T. flour (GF is good)
1/2 t. baking powder
Coconut oil, for frying
Mash the chickpeas, then mix in the garlic and onion in a large bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well. Heat the coconut oil in the skillet, and drop by tablespoon in batches until browned, then turn. Serve with sour cream or whatever sauce you prefer.
I'd be okay to come back as a cat....
Chickpea Latkes
1-1/2 c. cooked chickpeas (one 15-ounce can), rinsed and drained
1 t. coarsely chopped garlic
1 small chopped onion
1 T. fresh herbs, if desired
2 T. extra-virgin olive oil
1 large egg
1 t. spice mix (Moroccan, Mexican, Curry, Montreal Steak Spice, Old Bay…)
1/1 t. salt, to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 T. flour (GF is good)
1/2 t. baking powder
Coconut oil, for frying
Mash the chickpeas, then mix in the garlic and onion in a large bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well. Heat the coconut oil in the skillet, and drop by tablespoon in batches until browned, then turn. Serve with sour cream or whatever sauce you prefer.
PATTERN BOOK FRIDAY
COFFEE thanks, Michele
BFFs enjoying a quiet time outdoors
PICTURES OF THE DAY
Pinnularia is a genus of freshwater algae in the class Bacillariophyceae,
the diatoms. An elongated elliptical unicellular organism, it is usually found
in ponds and moist soil. The cell walls are composed chiefly of pectic
substances on a rigid silica framework, and are composed of two halves
known as thecae (or, less formally, valves). This Pinnularia major specimen,
about 0.3 millimetres (0.012 in) in length, was photographed through a light
microscope.
Akron, Ohio
Daylilies
I love how they colour the woods
Pinnularia is a genus of freshwater algae in the class Bacillariophyceae, the diatoms. An elongated elliptical unicellular organism, it is usually found in ponds and moist soil. The cell walls are composed chiefly of pectic substances on a rigid silica framework, and are composed of two halves known as thecae (or, less formally, valves). This Pinnularia major specimen, about 0.3 millimetres (0.012 in) in length, was photographed through a light microscope. |
knitthanks, Charlotte
knit
thanks, Violet
knit
knit
thanks, Valerie, Canadian Correspondent
knit
Give Us An "i" ???
crochet
thanks, Charlotte
crochetthanks, Doris
Bohemian Crochet Vest
crochet
PANTRY RECIPE thanks, Debbie
CROCKPOT RECIPE thanks, Marge
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.
COPYCAT RECIPE thanks, Jenny
SWEETS RECIPE thanks, Stacy
COOKBOOK FRIDAY
CRAFTS thanks, Hazel
CHILDREN'S CORNER thanks, Laura
PUZZLE
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SUDOKU .. very hard
solution:
If You Could Only Eat One Food For The Rest Of Your Life, What Would You Choose?
QUOTE thanks, Olivia
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