The past few days I’ve been dealing with an awful bout of vertigo. I’m happy to say that I’m finally feeling a lot better, much thanks to my amazing chiropractor Dr. Dave. He saw me post a cry for help on Facebook on a Saturday morning and reached out me offering his assistance even though his office is closed on… Read more »
I left my house at 10am on Friday morning and didn’t get back until 6pm Sunday night. What struck me while driving home was just how many different emotions I experienced in the span of about 72 hours. I went through everything from sadness and anger while helping a dear friend move (due to her pending divorce) to the enjoyment… Read more »
Today is National Hamburger day! What would any backyard barbecue or fast food joint be without this staple of the American diet? I bet a lot of you are having burgers today! Of course there are as many variations on the hamburger as there are people. Some folks prefer a gourmet version with tons of crazy toppings and some of… Read more »
Today is Pi day! Pi, of course, is that never-ending number that represents the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. In non-geek terms that means every circle is 3.14159265… (etc. to infinity) bigger around than it is across. It’s very important to the study of math and specifically geometry. Pi is just fun. It’s an irrational number, fun… Read more »
Today is Cereal day! Cold cereal as we know it today was invented as a health food by Dr James Caleb and Dr John Kellogg (yes, THAT Kellogg family). The first sugary/ kids cereal came on the market in 1939 and the rest is history! While it’s pretty obvious how to celebrate this momentous occasion, may I add that you… Read more »
Today is Donor Day- a day to thank everyone who has donated blood, bone marrow, organs, etc. as well as to bring awareness to the need for donors. It’s very simple to become an organ donor – you simply have to add that notation to your driver’s licence or state issued ID. While you are still drawing breath you can… Read more »
Today is Boy Scout Day. The Boy Scouts of America were incorporated in 1910 and even since have been teaching boys and young men many skills including leadership and citizenship. My husband is an Eagle Scout- the highest award in Scouting. So is my cousin Andrew, 181 astronauts, Gerald Ford, many high-ranking military and political leaders, Mike Rowe (the Dirty… Read more »