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#smday

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Today is the day to celebrate all the ways we connect with people nowadays – it’s Social Media day! Mashable was the first to proclaim today Global Social Media Day waaaay back in 2010 to mark the undeniably huge impact social media has on all of our lives.  As part of the celebration, they encourage “meet-ups”, where folks could meet finally meet… Read more »

Onion Ring Day

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Yes, that’s right- today is Onion Ring day! It’s another celebration without much details on how it was started, and in fact the origins of the onion ring itself are lost to time.  The first time they appeared in print was in a cookbook published in 1802 called “The Art of Cookery Made Easy and Refined”.  It makes me giggle… Read more »

Fudge!

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Today is National Fudge Day.  Just let that sink in for a moment. The beginnings of this holiday are unknown, but who cares.  And yes, this treat is probably more commonly available in the winter months, but I bet if you look you can find some today too.  

Get Writing

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Why?  Because today is Ballpoint Pen Day!  On this date in 1943 the US Patent Office granted patent # 2,390,636 for what he now know as the ballpoint pen.  When it was first introduced it was only available as a luxury item, but now virtually every business in America gives them away. With the advent of the internet people don’t… Read more »

Pencil Day!

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This week I’m sharpening all of your attention on Pencil Day! I personally prefer colored pencils for use in my coloring books.  Markers seep through to other pages and are way harder to deal with when you make a mistake. I have terrible handwriting – always have.  I vividly recall being in fourth grade and being the only student not… Read more »

Chip and Dip Day!

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Today I’m unveiling what I hope will be a recurring event- Hump Day Holidays!  I’ll be letting you know about a funny or interesting holiday that falls on a Wednesday for your celebratory pleasure. Today is chip and dip day.  Whether you prefer tortilla chips and salsa, pita chips with spinach dip, or something else, hoist something crispy loaded with… Read more »