Valentines Day – I don't think this
day needs any explanation. I hope all of you who have a significant
other have not forgotten about it.
Ferris Wheel Day – Designed and
constructed by George Washington Gale Ferris, Jr. for the 1893
World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, Illinois. Today is his
birthday.
Frederick Douglas Day – The chosen
birthday of Frederick Douglass. He was born a slave in Maryland
around the year 1818 and never knew his exact birthday. He was taken
from his mother at an early age and raise by his maternal grandmother
until he was seven and taken from her as well. He was an amazing man
who taught himself how to read, finally succeeded in escaping slavery
and became a gifted orator who inspired thousands of people.
Pet Theft Awareness Day – I had no
idea that this was such a problem but apparently pet theft is a big
problem. Learn how to protect your pets from Last Chance for
Animals (LCA) http://www.stolenpets.com/
Library Lovers Day – Well this is a
day for me! I'm definitely a library lover. Check with your local
library today, they may have some fun events planned to celebrate
this day.
National Have A Heart Day – We need
to maintain a healthy heart by eating the right foods in the right
quantities. We only have one heart and it is very difficult to get a
replacement if it goes bad so let's try hard to not let it go bad.
The first step is the food we eat so think carefully about everything
that you put in your mouth today and try to make it a habit.
Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Day –
The most common birth defect which affects more than 1.8 million
families.
League Of Women Voters Day – Founded
on this day in 1920, this political organization is bipartisan and
neither supports nor opposes political candidates. Instead they
focus on studying issues, reaching a consensus and taking a stand.
National Call In Single Day –
Apparently whoever invented this day believes that being single is
sufficient reason to call in sick to work on Valentine's Day.
National Organ Donor Day – Save a
life today and sign up to be an organ donor. Well, actually, I'm
hoping you don't save a life TODAY. I guess I really meant to say,
save a life SOMEDAY by signing up to be an organ donor. I didn't mean
to imply that I wanted bad things to happen to YOU today, I just want
good things to happen to others SOMEDAY. This is a conundrum that
people who desperately need organs face every day. I sympathize.
Quirky Alone Day – This is a
do-it-yourself day. You don't need a significant other to feel like
a worthwhile person. This is a celebration of independence. After
all, if you can't be happy by yourself, you will never be happy with
someone else either.
World Marriage Day – A Catholic
holiday that honors husbands and wives everywhere because of their
positive impact on society.
National Cream Filled Chocolates Day –
It's not too surprising that this should fall on Valentine's Day.
For those of you who thought this was
just Valentine's Day, surprise! There is much to celebrate today but
it is mostly centered around hearts, love, organs, self confidence,
and chocolate. I will leave it to you figure out how to celebrate
all of that. I will just say, make sure you give your pet an extra
hug today and make sure he/she is safe before you go seek out a
ferris wheel to ride on your way to the library to get a book about
Frederick Douglas to read to your children.
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