Mother Whistler Day - It appears that this day is all about people who can whistle. Sadly, I am not one of them. My husband can whistle and sound fantastic doing it. I sound like I’m dying. But if you can whistle, in any fashion, have at it today!
Emergency Medical Services for Children Day - Celebrated on the Wednesday of Emergency Medical Services Week, which is the third week in May, this is a day to raise awareness of the different needs of children in emergency medical facilities. I am not medically trained at all, but even I know that children need equipment that is a different size than that which is used for adults, and of course, different dosages for medicines for their smaller bodies. I’m sure that is only the tip of the iceberg for the subject, so if anyone wants to chime in on what some of the other needs are, please feel free.
Send An Electronic Greeting Card Day - I’m not sure who created this day, but I can tell you that it is a very simple day to celebrate. Simply go online, find an electronic greeting card site and send one to anyone you wish. I’m expecting my inbox to be full by the end of the day, hint hint.
International Museum Day – This day was created in 1977 by the International Council of Museums for the purpose of increasing awareness of the importance of museums in society. They were probably also hoping to increase the number of people visiting the thousands of museums sprinkled around the country. Well, it worked, attendance has been increasing steadily ever since. Last year, more than 35,000 museums participated in this day by hosting special events in 145 countries. The theme for this year is “Hyperconnected museums: New approaches, new publics.”
No Dirty Dishes Day – I am not sure how this day is supposed to work unless you eat out for all of your meals today. The goal is to have no dirty dishes to wash today. Which I approve of wholeheartedly. I don't know of anyone who likes washing dishes but I can't really condone the idea of using paper plates all day because if everyone does this, the landfills will be overflowing. I just got a great idea! Have the kids wash the dishes today!
Visit Your Relatives Day – This is a day for family. Reconnect with family members you haven't seen in a while and spend some time with older members of your family. You never know how long you will have left with them.
National Cheese Souffle Day – I have made a lot of things, but I have never made a souffle. Maybe I'll try this recipe tonight.
HIV Vaccine Awareness Day – Sponsored by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, this is a day to learn about the work that is being done by thousands of scientists, health professionals, and volunteers with the goal of creating an HIV vaccine. They have already made tremendous breakthroughs. I heard of a baby who was born with HIV, but now, after treatment, doesn’t have a trace of it left in his body. They are watching him to see what happens long term, but it is very hopeful news.
I Love Reese's Day – This day was created by popular demand. I found a rumor that said “nearly 40,000 fans” joined a campaign on Facebook and said they wanted this delectable treat to have its own day. I can see that happening and if it's true, I'm a little surprised it was only 40,000. Clearly, their efforts were successful.
National Notebook Day - Do you keep a notebook? Maybe you call it a diary or a journal? Well, this is a day to share that love of writing with everyone. Not that you need to spill your secrets...I wouldn’t do that to you. But you can share the fact that you love your notebook and you can share what kinds of things you like to write in it. Make sure you use #nationalnotebookday when you do.
Endangered Species Day – Celebrated on the third Friday in May, this is a day to learn about the endangered species in your state. Find out about their habitats and food sources and see if you can discover why they are endangered.
National Bike To Work Day – Celebrated on the third Friday in May, this is a day to leave the car home and bike to work, although if your job is just too far away, in some areas you can take buses for part of the distance. Good luck finding one that will be able to carry your bike. Riding your bike to work provides many benefits such as being great for the environment, providing exercise and saving money. Win, win, win!
National Defense Transportation Day – The third Friday in May is obviously a very busy day every year because we are also celebrating this United States Federal Observance Day. On this day, we are urged by our President to celebrate with “appropriate ceremonies that will give complete recognition to the importance to each community and its people of the transportation system of the United States and the maintenance of the facilities of the system in the most modern state of adequacy to serve the needs of the United States in times of peace and in national defense.” He's pretty wordy. I would have just told everyone to have a party for the people who work to transport us from one place to another.
National Pizza Party Day – Yet another day to celebrate on the third Friday, my kids are happy, although they think that every Friday should be Pizza Party Day.
National NASCAR Day – This day has been celebrated for the last thirteen years. I'm not a big NASCAR fan, but my grandmother was when she was alive, to my astonishment. Just when you think you know someone, something like this comes out. Today drivers, millions of fans, media, businesses and more will work together to raise money for a variety of charities that NASCAR endorses. This day is celebrated on the third Friday in May.
International Virtual Assistants Day - Today we acknowledge the increasing prevalence of virtual assistants and the invaluable services they provide. They are mostly freelance workers who take phone calls, do research, make appointments and a whole host of other activities. This is celebrated on the third Friday in May.
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