Today is national Cousins Day. I see many posts on social media about how “cousins are your first friends” or something to that effect. My father speaks glowingly about his days with his “first friends”. I see lots of folks posting pics of their kids with their cousins having a great time. If you were blessed this way, congrats to… Read more »
Two weeks ago I was on vacation in Duluth MN. This was a favorite vacation spot when I was a kid and has continued to be one now that I’m an adult. This was the fifth time I’ve been there as an adult, and the fourth time I’ve gone alone. I’m already thinking about what I’m going to do the… Read more »
My vacation was great! So much so that I’m holding off on going “back to reality” as long as possible. I will be back next week to tell you all about my time off, what I learned and what I’m going to try to hold on to. Thanks!
A few weeks ago my niece was in her very first piano recital. She did so good- proud aunty moment for sure! My sister posted a couple pictures of the event online and noted that she did NOT record the performance because she wanted to experience it live, not through a screen. Wise words that so many of us forget…. Read more »
You are probably wondering what on Earth this one is all about! I did too, but yes, it’s true, today is Put a Pillow in/on your Fridge Day. This unusual day started in the 1920s. Throughout the United States in Europe it was considered good luck to put cloth/ bedding in the larder once a year for good luck. Of… Read more »
Today is Find Your New Best Friend Day, aka Adopt a Shelter Pet Day! As you are undoubtedly well aware I currently share my home with three black cats. Two of them came into me – directly or indirectly- through shelters. There are so many cats and dogs in shelters in every community waiting for their forever homes. Many are… Read more »
As I wrote about last year, the 4th Thursday in April is Thank You Thursday, It’s a pretty simple concept, but if you need a refresher you can check it out here: http://beckypalmer.thecomputerguy.bz/2018/04/thank-you-thursday/ This past week three people – none of whom know each other- all took the time to let me know how much they appreciated something specific I’d… Read more »
Yes, this is a real thing. And there are two ways to approach / celebrate Walk Around Things Day. The first is obvious. Walk around things. Walk around your office chair, the trash can, your car (while it’s park of course), anything in front of you. You may get a few weird looks, but hey- your Fitbit will thank you… Read more »
This is yet another very self-explanatory holiday. It could be argued that EVERY day is Love your Pet day in most homes with pets. But go ahead and take a minute today to give yours some extra love, whether your pet has fur, feathers, scales, or anything else. They will appreciate it AND many studies suggest that spending time with… Read more »