DIANE'S CORNER .. Celebrate Watch Day
With the advent of the mobile phone, and especially the smartphone, the common practice of wearing a watch may have gone a little bit by the wayside. But National Watch Day is here to show appreciation for the unique and special qualities of a timepiece that can be worn right on the wrist!
History of Watch Day
Since the 16th century, when the watch was invented in Europe, people have been able to travel, keep appointments and do all sorts of activities all while staying on time. Watches began as a timepiece that a person would keep in their pockets, and men’s vests were even designed with a special pocket just for this purpose.
By the mid 19th century, the watch was first attached to a leather strap that would allow it to be worn on the wrist, which was both ornamental as well as functional. From this time, the making of watches would continue to evolve, offering more precision, better time-keeping and a variety of functions. By the early 20th century, water-resistant watches were invented and, within a few decades, the digital and computer watch was revealed.
National Watch Day was first established in 2017 by the high end department store mogul, Nordstrom. This American luxury retail chain founded the day with the purpose of showing some attention to the fascinating history and design of the craft of watchmaking. And, of course, since Nordstrom sells watches, it also makes sense that they would be working toward promoting the usefulness and beauty of watches that they hope their customers will buy.
So get on board with learning more about and celebrating this little piece of timeless technology that has been an amazingly useful tool for centuries. Because it’s time for National Watch Day!
thanks, Michele, Picture Coordinator
JOKE OF THE DAY
Did you hear about the ancient Egyptian man that launched a successful stone quarry business?
Turns out it was a pyramid scheme all along.
marketing and making $$$$$
WORD OF THE DAY
reflexive
MEANING:adjective:
1. Unthinking; instinctive; spontaneous.
2. Thoughtful; reflective.
3. In grammatical contexts: Directed on itself.
ETYMOLOGY:From Latin reflectere (to bend back), from re- (back) + flectere (to bend). Earliest documented use: 1588.
NOTES:Anyone who has studied another language has probably come across the term reflexive. A reflexive action is directed on the subject.
Example: He was so dismissive of both the facts and the law that he often implicated himself.
Here, the reflexive pronoun “himself” indicates that the action of implication is directed back at the subject.
USAGE:“[Julia Ratti said:] ‘Perhaps we shouldn’t just do that out of a reflexive nature, we should think about it.’”
Brian Duggan; Sparks Going Its Own Way, for Now; Reno Gazette-Journal (Nevada); May 6, 2012.
“The ability to think and be reflexive elevates the status of the mind to the definition of a human being.”
Jessica R. Johnston, ed.; The American Body in Context; Scholarly Resources; 2001.
totally ready for a real good run before intense heat sets in
TODAY'S ARTIST thanks, Natalie
1. Unthinking; instinctive; spontaneous.
2. Thoughtful; reflective.
3. In grammatical contexts: Directed on itself.
Example: He was so dismissive of both the facts and the law that he often implicated himself.
Here, the reflexive pronoun “himself” indicates that the action of implication is directed back at the subject.
Brian Duggan; Sparks Going Its Own Way, for Now; Reno Gazette-Journal (Nevada); May 6, 2012.
“The ability to think and be reflexive elevates the status of the mind to the definition of a human being.”
Jessica R. Johnston, ed.; The American Body in Context; Scholarly Resources; 2001.
Elsie Vera Cole (27 July 1885 – 2 January 1967)
was an English painter, engraver and art teacher.
NOT a truck I'd want to be following!!!
IDIOM OF THE DAYWhat does 'by and large' mean?
Meaning:
By and large means usually or generally.
this man has the patience of a saint!
thanks, Heide
still welcoming little ones.....
(Not So) TOTALLY USELESS FACTS OF THE DAY
Not only do insects feel pain, they also suffer from chronic pain after recovering from an injury.
Your left lung is smaller than your right lung to leave room for your heart.
The dizzy feeling you get when you stand up too fast is called 'orthostatic hypotension'.
LOL :o))))))))))))))
YOUR CALL by Sylvia, CAN DO Correspondent
Easy Rich Chocolate Ice Cream...And More
Better than the ice cream from the store, soft but richer than softee, and so much better for you!
Preparation : 5 minutes
For each person:
1 frozen banana
2 t. vanilla
1 T. cocoa
1/4 c. cream, scant*
I used 10% but any cream, coconut cream, or evaporated milk will do.
You can also use rum instead of vanilla for a real treat.
Variations:
Try adding a heaping teaspoon of peanut butter, pecans, or some coconut. Or leave out the cocoa for banana ice cream, and add either three strawberries with a teaspoon of honey, or just a teaspoon of ginger or cinnamon.
Instructions:
Peel the banana and quarter it.
In a food processor, process banana, vanilla and cocoa. When chopped, drizzle in just enough cream and process to make it smooth and creamy.
Add any chopped nuts or coconut after processing.
Serve!
COFFEE thanks, Ella
YOUR CALL by Sylvia, CAN DO Correspondent
Easy Rich Chocolate Ice Cream...And More
Preparation : 5 minutes
For each person:
1 frozen banana
2 t. vanilla
1 T. cocoa
1/4 c. cream, scant*
I used 10% but any cream, coconut cream, or evaporated milk will do.
You can also use rum instead of vanilla for a real treat.
Variations:
Try adding a heaping teaspoon of peanut butter, pecans, or some coconut. Or leave out the cocoa for banana ice cream, and add either three strawberries with a teaspoon of honey, or just a teaspoon of ginger or cinnamon.
Instructions:
Peel the banana and quarter it.
In a food processor, process banana, vanilla and cocoa. When chopped, drizzle in just enough cream and process to make it smooth and creamy.
Add any chopped nuts or coconut after processing.
Serve!
COFFEE thanks, Ella
'who?' wants to save the planet???? Not folks with $$$
PICTURES OF THE DAY
The American Robin (Turdus migratorius) is a migratory songbird
of the thrush family. The similarity between the orange-red coloring
of its breast to that of the smaller and unrelated European Robin
(Erithacus rubecula) led to its common name. It is widely distributed
throughout North America, wintering south of Canada from Florida
Pacific Northwest
Wildflowers
knitthanks, Eve
knitthanks, Charlotte
knitknitknit
The American Robin (Turdus migratorius) is a migratory songbird of the thrush family. The similarity between the orange-red coloring of its breast to that of the smaller and unrelated European Robin (Erithacus rubecula) led to its common name. It is widely distributed throughout North America, wintering south of Canada from Florida |
knit
thanks, Valerie, Canadian Correspondent
Cuddly Throw
this gal will never be old
crochetthanks, Tara
crochet
crochet
crochet
another story with a happy ending
PANTRY RECIPE thanks, Debbie
CROCKPOT RECIPE thanks, Amy
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, Lesley
ICE POP thanks, Michelle
ADULT COLORING
FUN thanks, Nina
WORD SEARCH
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SUDOKU .. medium
solution:
What’s The Worst Thing You Ate From A Restaurant?
QUOTE thanks, Michele
My family is always on the go, so staying in touch with one another can be tough. We thought about putting a whiteboard near the door so we could write messages, but we wanted something better looking. So we bought a full-length mirror, turned it on its side, and mounted it on the wall. Now we can write on it with dry-erase markers and give ourselves one last look before heading out for the day.
EYE OPENER
OPTICAL ILLUSION
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