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News; birthdays/events; have you heard of the backwards beach trend? do you know people that do things out of order like this?; word of the day. News; senior give self care advice to the younger generations--what do you think about these suggestions?; what's your dad superpower? (funny list); game: TV show catchphrases. News; what are the most boring things you deal with every day?; The 40/70 % rule for making decisions; game: rock and roll biographies. News; baby center baby name trends 2026; game: famous moments in sports; goodbye/fun facts....national corn on the cob day. While corn on the cob day comes at the beginning of June, anyone from the corn growing belt in the US knows that the best time to get fresh corn on the cob is at the end of the summer. Some 7,000 years ago in Mexico---corn grew as a wild grass, though was eventually grown as a crop and harvested. Although the most common corn color is yellow, it can also be cultivated to be purple, green, blue-gray, red, white and even black. By the 1920's Corn on the Cob becomes a Fairground and Picnic Staple...and with the rise of automobile tourism and state and county fairs, vendors across the United States sell freshly boiled or grilled ears of sweet corn, firmly associating corn on the cob with outdoor festivals, barbecues, and Summer leisure. While it might seem rude, proper dinner etiquette for eating corn says holding the cob at each end with your fingers is appropriate. The United States is the largest single producer of corn on the planet, providing at least 40% of the world's corn harvest.

News; birthdays/events; what was the best and the worst Summer job you ever had?; word of the day. News; would you like a cash app accessory?; game: prison commissary price is right; funny habits many of us have done but probably wouldn't admit (how many on this list have you done?) News; when you were a kid, what was the best snack to find in your lunchbox?; game: just over $1,000 pyramid; best sunburn remedies. News; Father's day is coming up...do you know the backstory?; game: songs that ask questions; goodbye/fun facts....National Black Cow Day celebrates the delicious beverage also known as a Root Beer Float. That's right, the beverage made with root beer and vanilla ice cream is called a Black Cow. Frank J. Wisner from Cripple Creek, Colorado, invented the black cow. He was the owner of the Cripple Creek Cow Mountain Gold Mining Company. The story goes that one night he found himself staring out the window thinking about the line of soda waters that he was producing and as he was looking out the window, he went back to his bar and added a spoonful of vanilla ice cream to his favorite flavor of soda, Myers Avenue Red Root Beer. When he tasted it, he knew he had a hit. Wisner named the new creation Black Cow Mountain but the local children shortened the name to Black Cow. Some people even substitute vanilla ice cream with chocolate ice cream, making it a "brown cow."

News; birthdays/events; gas station food used to be joke...but now there is gourmet gas station food!; word of the day. News; game: sax and drum intro songs; do you purchase or rent digital movies? what's your dollar threshold?; should certain places (like funeral homes) have drab decor on purpose or should they be cheerfully decorated? News; game: Les Paul songs; kids in the 80's and 90's mowed lawns 4 times more than kids do today...what are some chores that you did as a kid that your kids have no clue about?; what's your guilty pleasure summer snack and/or summer driving song? News; game: songs with Summer in the title; 100 years: things that would horrify someone from 1926 living in 2026...and vice versa; goodbye/fun facts....strawberry rhubarb pie day. Rhubarb is a one of the first foods gardeners begin to harvest rhubarb in the middle of May and early June, and it finds its way into desserts and preserves. Native to China, rhubarb was originally grown and traded as a medicine....it's technically a vegetable...Originating in Europe (Germany and UK), the rhubarb pie was introduced to the United States in the late 18th century....rhubarb and strawberries make an amazing combination! While the strawberries are sweet, the rhubarb provides a deliciously sour complement that offers a balance and tasty complexity. 

News; birthdays/events; are there certain bands you want to see over and over...would you travel?; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; 73 percent of Americans go back to their house for forgotten items when leaving on a road trip. News; roles that were so perfectly cast no one else could have played them; feel good story of the day; 3 words to live by...brief but great advice. News; here's an interesting way to help cope with stressful situations...would you try it?; game: calendar trivia;  goodbye/fun facts....Eat Flexitarian Day..for many people, a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle can be difficult to adopt because it's assumed that this limits many delicious foods—like beef, chicken, and bacon—and especially foods that satisfy savory cravings. Eating flexitarian is a great alternative and an opportunity for people to incorporate more plant-based foods that satisfy those cravings, with the option to enjoy meat or fish on occasion as well. It sparks curiosity by offering freedom. Studies link plant-rich eating with lower risks of heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers...at the same time, eating less meat cuts greenhouse gas emissions and reduces resource use. Offering balance instead of all-or-nothing.

News; birthdays/events; most kids don't listen to their parents about saving money until they have some skin in the game....when did you get financial skin in the game?; word of the day. News; Uber list of strangest items left in Uber cars 2026 list; Summer cookout fat trap; game: drum intro songs. News; we've heard of people who live on cruise ships...but would you live in/on a floating city?; game: saxophone songs; Netflix's all time top 10 watched movies...how many of these have you seen? News; game: lead singers read their biographies; tips for keep your pets cool/safe in the heat of the summer; goodbye/fun facts....National Start Over Day is a chance to wipe the slate clean and begin again. Life throws challenges at everyone, and sometimes, the best thing to do is start fresh...whether moving on from a mistake, chasing a dream, or simply shifting focus--It's a powerful reminder no one moves through life without missteps, but dwelling on them only holds us back. This mental reset helps us to let go of old burdens and look ahead with confidence. It sparks hope, encouraging action toward something better. Failing is important because it allows you to give something another try. Trust the process of what you learn along the failure journey, change a few things, and start from scratch to make it a success. 

News; birthdays/events; right place, right time story; word of the day. News; would you let an A.I. robot clean your house?; strange Summer festival 2026; game: This is Jeopardy. News; easy bill splitting...because some restaurants won't split it for you; things you should never apologize for; game: Van Halen song intros. News; if you're not really a breakfast person but you want to lose weight would you do this?; game: General Trivia;  goodbye/fun facts....national cheese day...While there are certainly some people who do not like cheese or cannot eat it for health reasons, most other people would agree that it is one of the best ingredients for food recipes that was ever invented. There are so many different kinds and varieties of cheese available from cultures the world over. Chemical analysis of perforated pottery from 5000 BC in Kuyavia in present-day Poland shows residues of milk fats, indicating that early farmers were straining curds and making a simple cheese thousands of years before written records.  By the 8th century BCE Greek writers such as Homer and Aristotle describe sheep's and goat's milk cheeses, with the Odyssey depicting cheesemaking in caves... evidence that cheese was a staple food and trade product. So if you love cheese...try one of the more obsure/peculiar ones like: Gjetost Cheese ("yay-toast") from Norway or Drunken Goat Cheese from Spain.

News; birthdays/events; how would you feel if you had to hold hands and sing with your co-workers before meetings?; word of the day. News; game: minute mysteries; we talked about 22 minutes of wasted productivity (computer issues) yesterday...Ashley had 2+ hour tech issue yesterday; Would You Rather? during Summer. News; game: 3 word book descriptions; if you were being turned into an action figure...what 2 accessories would you have to come with?; cue the Macklemore music...thrift store shopping is back--bigtime! News; game: everybody knows; we're so used to instant text messaging...would you be willing to wait several hours or days for a text to arrive?; goodbye/fun facts....National Chicken Salad Day honors a deli favorite with deep New England roots. Chicken salad is believed to have originated in 1863, when Liam Gray of Town Meats in Wakefield, Rhode Island, combined leftover chicken with mayonnaise, tarragon, and grapes to create the now-classic dish. The recipe quickly became so popular with customers that Gray transformed his meat market into a delicatessen to keep up with growing product demand. Today, chicken salad remains a staple at family gatherings, Summer picnics, sandwich shops, and grocery deli counters across the country. Additional ingredients often include celery, onions, grapes, apples, nuts, herbs, and seasonings and because there are countless variations, it appeals to a broad range of culinary preferences and dietary needs.

News; birthdays/events; fun/funny/clever dog names; word of the day. News; non-Americans share what they think is the best American food(s)...no hot dogs or apple pie!!; game: outburst; how old is "too old" for rock stars to be on tour? News; how many apps do you have vs use...other categories that are similar; game: boomer trivia; if you could go back and change your college major...would you? News; David Rush's new record; game: harmonica songs; goodbye/fun facts....National Rocky Road Day is a day dedicated to the eating of Rocky Road ice cream; a dessert made from marshmallows, nuts, and chocolate. People have been enjoying this delicious combination for many years. There are varying accounts of the origin of this ice cream, as there often is with the creation of something new. Sometime during the late 1920s, William Dreyer used inspiration from his partner Joseph Edy's chocolate candy to make rocky road ice cream. Dryer did something he was probably told a hundred times not to do. He used his wife's sewing scissors to chop up marshmallows and walnuts and added them to chocolate ice cream. Another who laid claim to the creation of rocky road ice cream was George Farren. He had simply blended a candy bar into chocolate ice cream creating the creamy dessert. Although rocky road began as a chocolate-and-nut confection, it has evolved into distinct regional styles. In the United Kingdom, "rocky road" is usually a no-bake traybake made from crushed biscuits, cocoa, golden syrup, and marshmallows, while in New Zealand and Australia, versions often include coconut or glacé cherries.

News; birthdays/events; if people constantly park illegally on your property...how far would you go to 'show them a lesson'?; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; some people think Die Hard is a Christmas movie....others say no.  Same thing with Hot Dogs...some say they are a Sandwich and others say no...the debate happens every Summer! News; national game show day...what are your favorites? (old or new); Finance Buzz says there are certain documents you should shred...not just throw away; could you be a stuntperson? we have the list of what it takes. News; game: calendar trivia; what are you most looking forward to this month/what's on your June to-do list?; goodbye/fun facts....national olive day. Olives are a symbol of peace, hope, love and friendship. Evidence shows that the origins of the olive tree were in present-day Italy and the Mediterranean Basin 40 million years ago. Olives are grown on trees, and they can be grown for serving as a table fruit or for producing oil. There are over a dozen types of olives...An olive has quite a few nutritional benefits,..one cup of black olives can provide about 40% of your daily recommended value of copper, about 25% of iron, and about 15% of vitamin E. They also make a great garnish for a martini...just ask James Bond.

News; birthdays/events; favorite Summer foods; word of the day. News; game: mindtrap; Summer swimming safety (not only for kids!); how important is 'good Wi-Fi' to you when you travel? News; game: name these 50 year old songs; has someone ever not gone out with you on a date because of your job?;  can 'old technology' undermine modern systems? News; game: songs from 40 years ago; once popular home features that are fading fast; goodbye/fun facts....National Paperclip Day. This humble little invention comes in various forms, shapes, and sizes, has been around for a little under two centuries now, although who knows what the Egyptians invented to keep their papyri together. The first patent for the paperclip (a 'bent wire paper clip') was awarded to Samuel B. Fay in 1867, in the U.S. The original intent was to use it to attach tickets to fabric. However, its use for holding paper together quickly became apparent. Since then, 50 others also received patents for their versions of the paperclip. The story can be traced back to the German occupation of Norway (from 1940 to 1945), during World War II. Due to Johan Vaaler's paperclip design, it was (and still is) erroneously believed in his home country of Norway that he was the inventor of the paperclip. Therefore, in 1940, during the German occupation of Norway, students of Oslo University began to wear the paperclip as a non-violent symbol of resistance, unity, and national pride. There is an American documentary that traces the story of the inception of the Paper Clips Project, which began as a project at Whitwell Middle School, Tennessee to raise awareness about the 6 million Jewish lives lost during the Holocaust. 

News; birthdays/events; Olympic Pentathalon may be getting an update; word of the day. News; pranks; Summer sunscreen safety: myth vs reality; game: password. News; Tik Tok's later gator dude....(Ashley agrees with him 100%); what would drive you to learn a new language?; game: just over $1,000 pyramid. News; first responders say these are things we NEED to know; game: Backwards songs; goodbye/fun facts....National Hamburger Day celebrates America's most iconic food. We eat over 50 billion burgers a year. Originating in Hamburg Germany, the hamburger as we know it was developed in Seymour, Wisconsin, a town still famous for its hamburger heroics. In 1842, American newspapers began mentioning "Hamburg steak," a seasoned, hand-minced beef patty associated with German sailors and immigrants, served as a standalone meat dish rather than a sandwich. By 1896, a Chicago Tribune article makes a reference to the growing popularity of the 'hamburger sandwich' amongst rail commuters. Unlike many popular dishes where you just get what you get, a hamburger can be designed and created for the person who is eating it. In a strange way, a hamburger resembles an edible art form. 

News; birthdays/events; are you lacking in fun?; word of the day. News; funny/punny store names have you seen?; game: slogan game; is it ok to give an Amazon wish list to people for celebrations? News; funny acts of 'mild vandalism' (Buzzfeed list); game: songs with 'man' in the title; funny story of the day. News; most tear jerking films of all time; game:  3 word movie title clue; goodbye/fun facts....World Otter Day occurs on the last Wednesday of May, which is May 27 this year. Otters are beautiful, playful animals that live in wetlands across the world. Species are declining due to habitat destruction, reduction of prey, roadkill, and illegal trade for fur and as pets. There are 13 different species, 12 of which are disappearing. Otters may look playful and carefree, but they play a powerful role in maintaining healthy ecosystems. Unlike most marine mammals, sea otters have almost no insulating blubber and instead rely on extraordinarily dense fur. Their fur, which can exceed 1 million hairs per square inch, traps air next to the skin like a dry suit. Otters are found all over the world....though about 90% of all sea otters live on the coast of Alaska...Otters form "rafts," where they hold hands to avoid drifting apart. Some rafts can include up to 20 otters. This behavior showcases their highly social nature. there's a great documentary on national geographic called Billy & Molly: an otter love story.

News; birthdays/events; what word(s) do you always have trouble spelling? (list); word of the day. News; when is the best time to see a movie?; game: I should have known that yes or no?; if you were paid $10,000 to watch a movie 100 times what would it be?...what if you could pick a movie for someone else to see 100 times? News; game: mind the gap part 1; game: mind the gap part 2. News; experts reveal what our favorite seasons say about us; how long could you survive in the wilderness?; goodbye/fun facts....National Paper Airplane Day. The practice of constructing paper planes is sometimes referred to as aerogami, after origami, the Japanese art of paper folding. Crafting paper planes is said to have originated out of ancient China, but the art is said to have been perfected out of Japan. In the late 1400's/early 1500's Leonardo Da Vinci sketches gliders, often specifying parchment and lightweight materials. By the early 1900's Wilbur and Orville Wright conduct extensive experiments with small paper and cardboard models, refining wing shapes and control systems that would lead to their successful powered flights at Kitty Hawk in 1903. In 2007 The inaugural Red Bull Paper Wings competition brings together students from dozens of countries to compete in distance, airtime, and aerobatics, formalizing paper airplane flying as an international sport.  

News; birthdays/events; are you team gas or team charcoal?; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; 7 months til Christmas...anything you plan to start doing now to make life easier later? News; if you had the money to spend at a celebrity auction: which celebrity would you want to 'win' lunch with?; Money magazine's list of favorite inexpensive summer activities; a new study says if you to do these things your days will be positive...but there is one thing that can it really challenging. News; 2026 list of best beaches; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Bath Bomb Day is a day to celebrate self-care and relaxation with the use of bath bombs which were created by Mo Constantine, one of the co-founders of Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetic. She always wanted to indulge in luxurious baths, but her skin was sensitive and easily irritated when she tried conventional bubble bath products...so in 1989, she went into her garden shed and blended baking soda and citric acid for a fizzy effect. She then got creative with colors, essential oils, and add-ins like flower petals and sea salt. The first bath bomb was born right then and there! You can make your own with just a few simple ingredients and you can modify them to include any essential oil you love!

News; birthdays/events; what are the odds? funny story; word of the day. News; game: is Ashley as smart as a 5th grader?; how do you pass the time when you're stuck somewhere like an airport of a waiting room and you can't leave?; would you dress up to get free food at your favorite drive thru for a year? News; game: complete the Bernie Taupin/Elton John song; first graders give advice to high school grads going off to college...super cute!!; 2026 list of America's favorite burger toppers. News; game: cartoon show theme songs; things that would have been considered disrespectful 20 years ago; goodbye/fun facts....Sherlock Holmes is a world-renowned detective and the most portrayed character in film history and the annual celebration, marks the birthday of its creator--Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who based the character of Sherlock on an Edinburgh university professor, Dr. Joseph Bell. In simple terms, Sherlock Holmes is a detective who uses the power of acute observation and deduction to solve crimes. But Conan Doyle's outstanding writing and deep knowledge of the genre made the stories an instant hit. Conan Doyle started writing as a deflection from his failed career as an ophthalmologist and had he not taken the risk of quitting his medical practice to give his hobby a chance, the world would have never known about Holmes. Those who haven't visited 221b Baker Street in London are in for a real treat! The official museum is fun to see with relics of various kinds.

News; birthdays/events; our surroundings impact our focus (Ashley always had a hard time studying in the library...it was too quiet); word of the day. News; game: what year was it?; a petty argument between friends...what would you have done?; when does Summer start for you? News; game: 5 second rule; fun car games for road trips; ice cream cone, popsicle/shaved ice, ice cream sandwich. News; game: mindtrap; parents are turning to A.I. to help them navigate these daily challenges; goodbye/fun facts....International Tea Day--You might be surprised to know that tea is the most loved beverage worldwide. Every second, people consume 25,000 cups of tea, meaning more than two billion cups of tea are consumed per day. According to legend, Emperor Shen Hung of China discovered tea when leaves from a tree blew into his pot of boiling water in 2737 BC. He loved the hot liquid and humanity has not looked back ever since. Besides drinking it for taste, there are quite a few health benefits of tea drinking like the reduced the risk of heart attack and stroke, boosting the immune system, help battle cancer, soothing the digestive system--Habitual tea drinkers are also less likely to die prematurely. There are actually some fascinating documentaries on the history of tea, like: Tea: The Drink That Changed The World and One Cup: a thousand stories.

News; birthdays/events; have you ever done something kind of dangerous just to say you did it? extreme sports? bungee jumping, swimming with sharks etc; word of the day. News; is there a televised sport that no matter how hard you try...you just can't get into it?; what do you think about "chair hogs"?; game: acoustic guitar song intros. News; is there another person/email/phone number tied to one of your 'rewards' accounts?; do you keep anything unusual to remind yourself how far you've come?; game: guess that celebrity voice. News; gently walk into the pool or cannonball?; game: movies trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Pick Strawberries Day...strawberry picking time is usually between late April and throughout the summer, depending on what part of the United States you live. Knowing what "ripe" looks like is also half the fun. Strawberries do not continue to ripen much after they are picked, so selecting berries that are fully colored matters. A ripe berry is typically red all the way to the shoulders, with a glossy surface and a plump shape. Strawberries offer amazing nutritional value--at only 32 calories and containing 91% water, these red berries are full of antioxidants, vitamin C, folic acid, fiber, etc. As if these qualities weren't enough, the tasty fruit is also a cousin of the beautiful rose plant. 

News; birthdays/events; do you know anyone (grown adult) who doesn't have a dl? why don't they have one?;  word of the day. News; since very few of us can afford to travel for the summer...here are some budget friendly and fun things to do!; game: I should have known that yes or no?; when do you feel 'fully awake' in the morning? News; are we so negative that saying something nice seems out of the ordinary?; game: songs with 'doctor' in them; what kind of 'expos' have you been to? News; do you prefer to be the tourist or the host?; game: everybody knows; goodbye/fun facts....Plant Something Day encourages people to take a few minutes to plant something around them. It could be a flower, a tree, or an indoor plant.  There are more than 80,000 edible plant species. However, about 90% of the food we eat comes from only about 30 plants. This makes the human diet more limited than it has to be. You can share seeds with the people around you. Giving them seeds will encourage them to plant. Clinical and population studies have found that regular gardening reduces stress, anxiety, and depression and improves life satisfaction.

News; birthdays/events; listener John B story...what did you believe until you were an adult?; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; weird TV shows you like to watch/fall asleep to. News; do you plog?; what do you think about this usage of A.I.?; things that warm you heart...Ashley saw something adorable over the weekend. News; what does your favorite ice cream flavor say about you?; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Cheese Soufflé Day honors this French delight. The word 'soufflé' comes from the French word 'souffler,' which means 'to puff up' or 'to blow up.' A soufflé is basically a white sauce filled with egg yolk. Stiff egg whites are folded into the mixture. You can add whatever flavor you like at this point such as vegetables, cheese, chocolate, or fruits making it either sweet or savory. The tricky thing about soufflés is that, after a certain point, they will collapse due to the cool air outside the oven. So they need to be served and eaten as soon as they are taken out of the oven. Soufflés gained popularity in fine dining from the early to mid-1900s. According to the New York Public Library menu archives, soufflés made frequent appearances in menus at upscale venues like the Waldorf Astoria, The Biltmore, and Hotel Astor but today they are found on brunch menus everywhere!

News; birthdays/events; how often do you need something in less than 30 minutes; word of the day. News; game: Songs with the word "Don't" in the title; Mom.com list of skills your kid needs to become an awesome adult; how often do you stop halfway through a chore...which one(s)? News; game: WWTBAM; what award should you win at work? (even if it's just a made up award); if you found something worth a lot of money...would you keep it or sell it? News; game: general trivia; what "jerk" behavior should be fineable?; goodbye/fun facts....Straw Hat Day celebrates this timeless wardrobe staple. Both men and women wear it in a variety of styles...and the straw hat has stood the test of time, serving not only as a protection from the sun but a fashion statement. Straw hats have been around since the Middle Ages---late medieval illustrations from Europe show peasants and outdoor laborers wearing simple woven straw hats for sun protection in fields and vineyards.  By the early nineteenth century, Luton had developed a major straw plaiting and hatmaking industry, supplying fashionable straw bonnets and hats across Britain and abroad.  In the U.S., the Panama hat became popular due to President Theodore Roosevelt wearing it during his visit to the Panama Canal construction site. So if you don't have one...today is the day to get one!

News; birthdays/events; what trend do you wish would make a comeback?; word of the day. News; game: Star Wars trivia (George Lucas Birthday); most polite countries...do you travel to places where people are nice or because you want to see that particular city?; would you ever ask your neighbor to turn their music up LOUDER? News; game: Back to the Future movie trivia; do you know your monthly expenses?; how to cope with the hot temps...besides drinking water. News; game: 80's/90's trivia; things that seem illegal but are actually legal; goodbye/fun facts....The Stars and Stripes Forever Day is celebrated to honor the American march of the same name written and composed by John Philip Sousa. It became the National March of the United States in 1987...but it was actually composed on Christmas Day in 1896. It was composed while Sousa was on his way home from a vacation in Europe, with his wife when he got the news of his band manager, David Blakely's death. He later penned the notes on paper after he arrived back in the United States. You can listen to 'The Stars and Stripes' March in celebration of Stars and Stripes Day. There's a recorded version by Sousa's band available on YouTube. "

News; birthdays/events; can an improv technique help your mindset in life?; word of the day. News; we're all pinching pennies...but some luxuries are worth it; when you see a mistake in a movie...does it ruin the movie for you? (funny examples); game: 1 chord songs part 2. News; do you try to use the A.I. customer service option or do you only want to talk to a person?; secret/guilty pleasures that are pretty common; game: outburst. News; what's a 'running holiday/race-cation'?; game: 80's song lyrics; goodbye/fun facts....national apple pie day...it's considered an iconic symbol of American culture, but it did not originate in the United States. It's been around since the Middle Ages. A Dutch cookbook dated 1514 lists a recipe for Appeltaerten. The English also had their version of apple pie, which dates back to the time of Chaucer. The English version also suggests adding figs, raisins, and pears and the French caramelized their apples, an innovation which added a whole new dynamic to the flavor. Serving apple pie with a slice of sharp cheddar traces back to English traditions of pairing fruit desserts with salty or tangy dairy foods like cheese or custard,..so many Americans eat their apple pie that way...and many others choose the a la mode option.

News; birthdays/events; would you live in a mixed use space?; word of the day. News; game: Usual Suspects movie trivia; would you use A.I. to pick a sports team winner for you?; summer vacation travel tip reminders. News; game: ballpark anthems played backwards; awkward encounters; beneficial insects?...ewwwww. News; game: single chord songs; when singing our national anthem is it ok to act/dress silly?; goodbye/fun facts....national odometer day. An odometer is an instrument that indicates the distance traveled by a vehicle. It may be electronic, mechanical or a combination of both. The word odometer comes from the Greek words hodos meaning path or gateway and metron, meaning measure...traditionally a purely mechanical device, many versions appeared across history. Ancient Greece used specialists trained to measure footsteps and ancient Romans had their own versions too. Independent of these developments, odometers were also invented in the Han dynasty, in the form of a road carriage with a drum. As the story goes, each time the measurement of distance was met, a wooden figure would hit the drum. Experts consider this to be a highly advanced version of the odometer. Today, US law requires vehicle mechanics to keep records of your odometer every time you service your vehicle.

News; birthdays/events; teaching coping skills to children include a "calm down corner"...as an adult what would be in your "calm down corner"?; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; weird things most of us do but no one talks about. News; losing sense of taste and smell can be caused by many things...but this Willy Wonka gum might be the solution; Ashley got to sit in the Batmobile and the Back to the Future Delorean; if your kids want a dog or cat...this might be a unique solution. News; world video game Hall of Fame inductees; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....Twillight Zone day...The 1950s had seen an explosion in science-fiction-themed television and radio shows. But perhaps none has had a greater impact on popular culture than "The Twilight Zone," which debuted in 1959. The series was created by a young writer named Rod Serling. It delved into several different genres, including science fiction, comedy, drama, and horror. Serling would often lean on his personal experiences in boxing, the military, and as an airplane pilot, as story ideas for the show. He also served as the narrator in each episode, acting as an almost omnipresent figure that was witnessing the events of the "Twilight Zone." Not sure why it's celebrated on this day because the first episode aired in October and Rod's birthday was in December...but if you'd like to watch the show...full episodes are available on you tube.

News; birthdays/events; have you ever told a totally made up story about yourself to see if people will believe it? (funny story); word of the day. News best, worst, or even weird field trips you ever went on?; there are over 2,600 billionaires in the world...unimaginable amount of money...what would you do with it if you had it?; which incident during your childhood taught you the most about life? News; if you could be invisible what mildly inconvenient things would you do to people? (list); game: mind the gap; game: mind the gap 2. News; game: songs with age in the title; what's a really great word that you like to throw into conversation whenever you get a chance?; goodbye/fun facts....National Give Someone a Cupcake Day where people give either bakery-bought or homemade cupcakes to their coworkers, colleagues, teachers, bosses, or anyone they care about. The tradition of cupcakes dates back to the late 18th century. In 1796, Amelia Simmons included a recipe for small cakes baked in cups in her cookbook, "American Cookery." The baking of cakes in cups — due to the lack of what today we call muffin tins — was what originated the name of the treat. But they were just cakes...until the 1920's when cupcake decorating involves chocolate or vanilla frosting...total game changer!

News; birthdays/events; funny random Mother's Day thoughts (from the internet); word of the day. News; would you like to be a mascot?!?!; game: password; if you're not a hugger...how do you handle those that come in for a hug? News; would you rather work with someone who is good at their job but not likeable or someone who is super likeable but messes up a bit?; game: movie password; how life would be different if kids made the rules (what rules would you have made as a kid?) News; 30% of pet owners either currently do this or are planning on doing this...would you ever?; game:  everybody knows; goodbye/fun facts....National Packaging Day recognizes the craft of package designs and the design professionals who create them. It encourages people to appreciate the artistry of package design which has become a very important factor in modern-day marketing. Until the late 1800s, packaging containers were expensive. They were mostly reserved for luxury goods, such as jewelry or premium foods..The rise of dual-use packaging in the late 19th century provides some of the earliest examples of branded consumer packaging which many companies currently use today....and BTW: Half of all packaging can be recycled to reduce the amount of packaging waste and the cost of producing new packaging.

News; birthdays/events; could the 'Green Bay model' save American business?; word of the day. News; game: I should have known that;  if you have a tough household task to tackle why should you ask a lazy person for help with it?; because of your job...what odd things do you tend to notice? News; game: name the guitar riff; no shirt, no shoes, no service...what if it's a 'naked shoe'?; what's a 'death cafe'? News game: 80's song lyrics; do you think blatantly lying on your resume could get you an interview?; goodbye/fun facts....Great American Grump Out. What sounds like a day to be grumpy, is quite the opposite. By kicking the grumpy mood out the window you get to spend a day full of happy vibes. Are you out of your favorite breakfast cereal? Try something new! Standing in a long line? Strike up a conversation with the person next to you, you could make a friend. Find the silver linings today because there always is one. Stress is the leading cause of health problems in America. It leads to cardiovascular diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, cancer, and many other physical and mental ailments...most of the things in our lives can be stressful so if you fret about every little thing you're doing yourself a great disservice. So get that grump out of you today.

News; birthdays/events; how many times (if any) will you call a business to complain about their service before you'll stop going?; word of the day. News; what are your favorite cartoons, favorite artists?; new way to listen to a book; game: Cinco de Mayo word ladder. News; how many forgotten clothes do you have?; our phone habits (list...do you do these things); game: outburst. News; when technology becomes more affordable it can also become more dangerous'; game: 70's guitar licks;  goodbye/fun facts....National Cartoonist Day is held in remembrance of the first comic strip featured in a newspaper -- It also honors all cartoonists, past and present, and their amazing creations. You've probably heard of: Charles Schulz, Walt Disney, Chuck Jones, Tex Avery, Gary Larson, Jim Davis, and Matt Groening...but we may have never of them if it weren't for Richard Outcault....on May 5, 1895, the Sunday morning paper held a little surprise for its readers. Readers of the New York World discovered a single-strip, full-color drawing of a big-eared, barefoot little boy with a mischievous grin created by Outcault, this comic strip (called "Hogan's Alley," and later, "The Yellow Kid") became the very first commercially successful cartoon. Then in 1905 Cartoonist Winsor McCay creates "Little Nemo in Slumberland" for the New York Herald; it has a story that continues each week, which is unusual for this time. 

News; birthdays/events; how do you split the bill when eating out?; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; what do moms really want for Mother's Day? News; what was your favorite kids book..do you still have it?; almost halfway through the year...what one word would you use to represent this year so far?; Ranker.com TV moms...which TV mom was your favorite? News; a Tennessee man chopped a car in half to make the thinnest car that is street legal; game: calendar trivia goodbye/fun facts....Melanoma Monday --to raise awareness about skin cancer in hopes of reducing melanoma diagnosis--which is the deadliest form of skin cancer. 98,000 people will receive a new diagnosis for melanoma. Unfortunately, around 8,000 people are expected to die from the disease. Get an annual body check at the dermatologist. wear sunscreen throughout the day, even on cloudy days--lack of sun does not mean lack of UV rays. Wear a broad-brimmed hat, long sleeves, and pants when planning to be in the sun for an extended period of time. Finding shade under trees, umbrellas, and awnings provides excellent sun protection on warm sunny days and avoid tanning beds.

News; birthdays/events; in the quest to be live in a more non-digital world, 1 rock band is going "old school"; word of the day. News; what was your favorite/happiest childhood memory of your family vacation?; game: Batman trivia; is one of your 5 senses supercharged? (story about a blind man that can tell vehicles by their touch) News; when you yawn...is it quiet?; game: love songs; do you have a favorite planet? News; funny story of the day; game: movies trivia; goodbye/fun facts....Mother Goose Day--History.com says: according to local legend, it was the widowed Isaac Goose's second wife, Elizabeth Foster Goose, who entertained her numerous grandchildren and other youngsters with songs and rhymes that were purportedly published by her son-in-law in 1719. Fairy tales and nursery rhymes endlessly entertained us as kids whilst providing us with important life lessons. Some national favorites are: Humpty Dumpty, 3 Little Pigs, Pinnochio...just to name a few. Charles Perrault, a French author, is thought to have been the first writer to establish fairy tales as a separate genre in 1695. Fast-forward a little further into the future, the Grimm fairy tales, which were published during the 19th century, have now become quite famous worldwide. Many famous authors of the modern age, like C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien, credit fairy tales and nursery rhymes with influencing their thinking and work. In fact, Charles Dickens said that fairy tales kept him ever young!

News; birthdays/events; would very specific speed limits make a difference in how you drive?; word of the day. News; game: name these instrumental songs; what is trip advisors top tourist attraction for 2026?;  have you ever set a weird goal for yourself? a guy in London did...and it took him 6 years to complete it! News; game: guess these celebrity voices; how many missing cups, plates, bowls etc will you tolerate until you break down and replace the set; most viewed Youtube videos of all time. News; game: general trivia; list of what people won't buy a 'cheap' version of; goodbye/fun facts....National Bugs Bunny Day. It commemorates the date this happy-go-lucky bunny made his first appearance in 1938. Bugs Bunny's first appearance wasn't on TV or any cartoon channels, but as a short theater cartoon called "Porky's Hare Hunt." Many people don't actually credit that as his first appearance and the reason for this is he was then still called Happy Rabbit. It wasn't until July 27, 1940, that "A Wild Hare" officially introduced the character called Bugs Bunny to the world. The preliminary version of Bugs Bunny was created by Ben Hardaway, whereas the official version was created by Tex Avery. Post World War II, "Knighty Knight Bugs" (1958) won an Academy Award for the Best Cartoon Short Subject. It was the first Oscar for Bugs Bunny. You can binge-watch "Looney Tunes" throughout the day, eat carrots or greet everyone you see with "what's up, doc"?

News; birthdays/events; do you prefer a controlled playlist or random music? what about when you're out at stores/shopping?; word of the day. News; has the word 'sale' lost it's punch?; game: Seinfeld show trivia; etiquette experts say there is right way to break plans. News; your circadian rhythm influences your entire day...here's a breakdown; game: Brady Bunch trivia; May 1 is Friday...what's coming up for you/what are you looking forward to? News; food cravings don't just happen to pregnant women...what foods do you crave?; game: pyramid goodbye/fun facts....Shrimp scampi has different meanings around the world. In the U.S. it's the common name for shrimp which americans serve as an italian dish made in garlic butter, dry white wine, sometimes lemon juice and parmesan cheese usually over pasta. Foodies say shrimp scampi pairs well with white wine. Since the dish is light, a rich dessert of cheesecake or crème brûlée rounds out the meal. Scampi, as it turns out, is the name given to the Norway lobster--and british Scampi appears to be served as a form of fish-and-chips....so if you're not a shrimp lover, you can opt for other alternatives like scallops or lobster.

News; birthdays/events; how many minutes need to pass before you consider someone to be late?; word of the day. News; game: Jay Leno 'jaywalking' questions; do you need to 'mentally prepare' to do chores?; should convenience stores get into the catering business? News; game: Johnny Carson Tonight Show trivia; ways to tell if your pet is in charge of the house; inexpensive items that have drastically improved your life. News; game: songs with the word "My" in the title; when something ruins your day...how do you change it back into a good day? (or can you even?); goodbye/fun facts....National Superhero Day ---The first fictional superhero stories were published in a comic strip Phantom in 1936 and since then hundreds of them have been created and developed. Batman, Superman, Captain America, Wonder Woman, Iron Man, Hulk, and Spiderman are just some of the superheroes whose names we recognize. However: superheroes can come in any shape, size or color, and being one is more about valor of the heart than having actual super-powers. Take some time and think of all the superheroes in your life: parents, siblings, friends...and even strangers.  

News; birthdays/events; Mondays are tough days for most of us at work...but fun little pranks can go a long way!; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; feel good story of the day (man repeatedly called 911 but instead of getting in trouble it turned into a good story) News; Kellogg's is making breakfast fun again!! (but only for a limited time); did you ever see the Shaq/Lyft driver prank?..would you want to have Ashley or Brad be your Uber/Lyft driver?; best way to store groceries so they last longer. News; what happens when a super lifted truck and a super low Huracan meet in a parking lot?; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Prime Rib Day-also known as "standing rib roast," prime rib is a tender, flavorful cut of roast from the rib section of the steer – just one of the eight prime cuts of beef. Prime rib is a cut of the ribs of the cow, typically between the 6th and 12th rib, and is considered one of the most classic and delicious cuts of beef. While it can be traditionally paired with potatoes, stuffing, and vegetables to make a "Sunday Roast," there are many unique flavors and recipes to cook up prime rib with. A 6oz prime rib is 42g protein, 0 carbs, 36g fat, and a whopping 500 calories overall!

News; birthdays/events; when your kids were in preschool...what did they think you did for a living?; word of the day. News; game: general trivia; crazy baseball plays; would you/have you ever lied for a friend? News; game: missing film title fill in the blank; are you packing lighter when you travel by air? 5-4-3-2-1 rule; would you like your phone to help you take pics like a professional photographer? News; game: Brad guesses songs from the 80s; we talked about how smells impact us the other day...a new study has found the best smelling cities!; goodbye/fun facts....National Arbor Day always falls on the last Friday in April, but many states observe Arbor Day on different dates throughout the year based on their best tree planting times. The day got its start in the American state of Nebraska when a journalist named Julius Sterling Morton proposed that his fellow Nebraskans would plant trees to show appreciation for nature and the environment. The first Arbor Day was celebrated in 1872 and the idea grew from there. Just like other plants, trees are amazing providers of oxygen that keep the world going. Trees afford us many pleasures. In the spring, their buds let us know warmer weather is on the way. Their summer leaves provide ample shade on a hot day. Have you ever joyfully jumped into a pile of crisp colorful leaves in the fall? And in the winter, tree branches offer shelter to wildlife. 

News; birthdays/events; does the subscription template work better for you if it's unlimited?; word of the day. News; aromas leave footprints on our minds...both good and bad...what are yours?; if you love taco tuesday...there is 1 that is going to be the biggest of the year!; game: mashup game that starts with T. News; what are our least favorite sounds? (nails on a chalkboard came in at #2); if you looked like a celebrity...would you want to become their "impersonator" as a job?; game: last names that contain 'ton'. News; it's garage sale time! have you every gotten into an argument at one?; game: William Shakespeare trivia;  goodbye/fun facts....national english muffin day...Known simply as a muffin in the United Kingdom, the English muffin is reportedly the first to have emerged from Wales in 900 A.D. A derivative of Bara brith bread, which is a tea-flavored dough mix, the English muffin was and still is a common and cheaply manufactured food. In 1880 Samuel Bath Thomas opened his bakery in New York City. He emigrated from Plymouth, England, in 1875. Using his mother's recipe, he began baking the delicious breakfast sides and sold them to hotels and grocery stores. The English muffin, and the process in which it is made, leaves its closest baked cousin, the crumpet. In 1972, McDonalds introduced one of its staple breakfast items, with an English muffin as its delivery system, the 'McMuffin'.

News; birthdays/events; where do you do your best thinking?; word of the day. News; "what's the deal "with cockatiels and disco?!?!; game: Jack Nicholson trivia; Earth Day...what can you do to make our planet better? News; list of things you just can't look cool doing (but we've all had to do these things); game: Blues Brothers trivia; we talked about the car with a toilet...but how about these actual car inventions? News; is there something you buy everyday?; game: 80's lyrics read by Brad; goodbye/fun facts....national jelly bean day. We're all for cutting back on sugar — but let's start tomorrow. They are basically made with Sugar, Corn syrup, and Starch. Gustav Goelitz came to the United States in 1866 from Germany and in 1869 started the confectionery business. One of the products they made were jelly beans...Boston confectioner William Schrafft made them popular during the Civil War. By the 1930s, jelly beans became closely associated with the Easter holiday thanks to their egg-like shape...so they were only avaible then...however confectioners make jelly beans available all year long now. The 40th President of the United States, Ronald Reagan, started eating them when he quit smoking and enjoyed the Goelitz jelly beans so much that they were present at his inauguration....but those were just regular flavored mini jelly beans. In 1976, David Klein, a candy and nut distributor, collaborated with Goelitz's company to develop a jelly bean using natural flavoring. Using the Mini Jelly Bean concept, the Jelly Belly jelly bean was created.

News; birthdays/events; what's worse: a person who can't fix things tries or a person who can but won't (Ashley tried to fix something at her house); word of the day. News; would you want a toilet in your car? it could be the future!; if you were invited to a party and one of the hosts stormed out...would you stay? (funny story); an interesting way to use chat gpt. News; if you give your kids crayons/pens/markers etc instead of screens...be careful what else is around them (story); game: BOS 1; game: BOS 2. News; game: Brad reads Ashley song lyrics; have you ever hurt yourself sneezing?; goodbye/fun facts....National Chickpea Day the small bean with big impact. Chickpeas bring flavor, texture, and color to every meal they touch--and they're full of protein and fiber. They fit easily into plant-based meals and help balance blood sugar, too. Archaeological finds in 8,500 bc...at sites like Tell el-Kerkh in modern Syria show some of the earliest evidence of chickpea cultivation. By the 13th century Medieval Arabic cookbooks in Egypt record recipes using chickpeas and by the 18th and 19th centuries European colonial expansion and global trade routes carry chickpeas to the Americas and parts of Africa and East Asia. In the mid-2010s, home cooks and food scientists discovered that the viscous liquid drained from canned or cooked chickpeas, now widely known as aquafaba, behaves much like egg whites when whipped--they trap air and form stable foams, and are a popular vegan substitute in recipes for meringues, mousses, and baked goods.

News; birthdays/events; if your kids REALLY want something...make them do this; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; how much sleep would you need to get to "wake up naturally"? News; how long will you wait on a response from a loved one until you call in a welfare check? (funny story); vacations can be less stressful if you do this; if you plan on gardening...you might end up in the ER. News; sick day foods...kids vs adults; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts...National Death Doula Day --they are non-medical professionals that provide holistic support for the dying and their loved ones before, during, and after death. A Doula is trained in the various end-of-life stages to assist the family with understanding the natural processes while providing comfort and support.  "Doula" is a Greek word used to refer to a woman of service in ancient times....typically associated with the birthing process...obviously the beginning of life--but a death doula, death midwife, death coach, or end-of-life coach —essentially refer to the same approach....nobody wants to talk about...but at some point we all have to deal with it--you might even want to watch a documentary about this profession. "End of Life".

News; birthdays/events; besides malls--ALL big box stores should have couches/chairs...Ashley sfa; word of the day. News; what discontinued item(s) would you like to see brought back?; if you found your dream forever home at the perfect price but it was located in a city with a weird/terrible name--would you still buy it?; game: Elton John songs. News; could you work at a super serious job? (pilot story); Ashley learned something silly about post it notes; game: guess that celebrity voice. News; top 5 smells Americans will try to get rid of (list); game: drum intro songs; goodbye/fun facts....national kickball day...kickball is a popular playground sport that has been around since the early 1900's. It seems that the game was founded in 1917 by Nicholas Seuss (no relation). The game got its start in the city of Cincinnati, Ohio where Mr. Seuss, was the Supervisor of Cincinnati Parks and Playgrounds. Originally called "Kick Baseball" the game was used by physical education teachers to teach school children the basics of the game of baseball, but with less equipment and fewer opportunities for injury. Though it got its beginnings in the US, kickball has grown in popularity around the world, due to its simplicity. It is especially enjoyed in South Korea, where it is known as "foot baseball". In Canada, kickball is often referred to as "soccer baseball", which actually makes sense because it uses the rules of baseball but it is played with the feet! 

News; birthdays/events; feel good story of the day...(lost phone recovered with a surprise); word of the day. News; great fundraiser idea...what would you bid on?; game: 5 second rule; remember the live Pokemon Go game about 10 years ago? there's a new IRL video game. News; how many favors will you do for someone before they become "too needy"?; game: mindtrap; are you an emoji communicator? what about work texts? News; have you hear the 'singing sanitation worker'? have you ever worked with someone that you were surprised could really sing?; game: general trivia; goodbye/fun facts....Day of the Mushroom celebrates the wide world of edible fungi, from the teeny tiny enoki mushrooms to portobellos..whether you're a farmer, cook, food lover, or just wanting to try something new--health-wise, mushrooms bring more than flavor. They offer vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants with few calories.  They breathe oxygen and offer a solid dose of nutrients. Even though mushrooms have been around since literally the beginning of time...it took time for Americans to accept and become accustomed to mushrooms. In the cookbook "The Virginia Housewife," mushrooms are mentioned for the first time in America (1824). Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup, a classic American staple for casserole recipes, was created in the 1930s. The 2019 documentary "fantastic fungi" is an incredible time-lapse journey about the magical, mysterious and medicinal world of fungi. 

News; birthdays/events; are you one of the 33%?; word of the day. News; game: IRS quiz; what would you like to hear when you're on hold? silence? music? repeating info about the company?; did your car come with features that you don't use (or didn't even know about)? News; game: McDonald's trivia; when it comes to picking your doctor/surgeon do you care about: age, gender, beside manner/personality?; surcharge/service fees. News; game: Nile Rodgers trivia; would you rather have 1 long meeting during the workday or 3 shorter ones?; goodbye/fun facts....international microvolunteering day. Most of us don't have huge blocks of time in our lives for volunteering...but microvolunteering offers an inviting alternative--It shines a light on small, practical actions that still add up to real-world good, even when life is busy and attention spans are short. It can be done online or in person, alone or alongside others, and often without the kind of long onboarding that traditional volunteering requires. The first step is to decide which causes matter to you most: education, public health, animals, the environment, or community support just to name a few. 

News; birthdays/events; things that happy people do that unhappy people don't; word of the day. News; Ashley has a lawn mullet...she's debating if she should get a lawnmower...; do you miss paper tickets for concerts, sporting events, etc or is digital fine?; game: I should have known that. News; if you have scars do you want them removed or do you consider them battle wounds?; list of funny things we have learned from our kids/nieces/nephews when they were toddlers; game: guess that lyric/tune.  News; have you ever had to "shhh" someone...where? church, the movies,etc?; game: outburst; goodbye/fun facts....national perfume day...Perfume has been around and used by people for many years. It's not only used to create pleasant smells on the body but also used to create a distraction from unpleasant smells. The word perfume is derived from the Latin words 'per fumum,' meaning 'through the smoke.' Incense was the first form of perfume and was commonly used for religious rituals by ancient Egyptians....in the middle ages people used perfume to disguise the smell of diseases like the plague...but since the late 1800's perfume saw the rise of luxury perfume houses such as Chanel, Guerlain, and Dior. Make sure to keep your perfume away from sunlight, spray on the pulse points of your skin (but don't rub it in) or spray the air and walk thru it.

News; birthdays/events; what are items that need to be in a 'junk drawer' so it can be classified as a 'junk drawer'?; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; big changes could be coming to all this streaming mess...especially when it comes to sports/NFL. News; have you ever called for a home repair that was an embarassing simple fix? (Ashley did!); do you sing in the car with other people? (even if you can't sing) do you like dive bars and greasy spoons? what's your definition of places like these? News; Brad sfa phone story; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Peach Cobbler Day--if you have fruit or berries (whether they are fresh, canned, or frozen) and some kind of dough, you have a cobbler! British settlers adapt pie-style fruit desserts to frontier conditions, --unable to make traditional suet puddings due to lack of suitable ingredients and cooking equipment, the settlers instead covered a stewed filling with a layer of uncooked plain biscuits or dumplings, fitted together. When the dish is fully cooked, the surface has the appearance of a cobbled street. Today is all about peach! In the 1950s, the Georgia Peach Council began to promote Peach Cobbler Day in April. This was part of an effort to drive canned peaches sales, as April isn't the time of year for fresh peaches...peaches are very nutritious — they are a great source of vitamins A and C. 

News; birthdays/events; Finance Buzz list of why younger workers are often getting fired; word of the day. News; gen z says (this) is no longer relevant...agree?; game: outburst; Pew research study: would you rather time travel to the past or the future (or are you good here)? News; would you order a look-a-like of yourself to impress people or to attend events you don't want to go to?; game: mind the gap part 1; game:  mind the gap part 2. News; is there a brand name item that just doesn't have a good generic subsitiute?; bugs/mosquitoes coming out for the Spring/Summer...best way to deal with bites; goodbye/fun facts....Golfer's Day celebrates not just the game of golf but also the people who play and enjoy it. A possible source of origin of the word golf can be the Dutch word 'kolf,' which is a kind of stick or club, or it can be the Scottish word 'goulf,' which means to strike or cuff. Although some people believe that the word "golf" is derived from the phrase "gentlemen only, ladies forbidden." Nevertheless, golf originated in Scotland from a game played close to the royal capital of Edinburg. The earliest form of golf used to be played by hitting a pebble over dunes around tracks. King James IV of Scotland became the world's first golfing monarch. In 1764, the first-ever 18-hole course was constructed at St Andrews, which established the standard for the game. The United States Golf Association (USGA) was established in 1894, and by 1900 more than 1,000 golf clubs were formed throughout the U.S. and today there are almost 17,000 courses in the U.S. Currently, the most expensive golf course in the United States by green fees is Shadow Creek Golf Course in North Las Vegas, Nevada, which currently charges $1,250 per round during peak season.

News; birthdays/events; how "chicken little" are you?; word of the day. News; have you ever had an "Earnie Els" moment?; least active dogs; game: classic TV dialogue. News; list: funny/weird things your parents wouldn't let you do; have you mastered your workspace?; game: famous TV catchphrases. News; a man built a submarine so he could take his pet bird into the ocean; game: songs with counting in them;  goodbye/fun facts....national unicorn day...What mythological creature has been more beloved over the centuries than the delightful unicorn? As incredible symbols of purity and enchantment, unicorns are loved by both children and adults alike and are integral parts of many fairy tales and legends. They were spotted in early Mesopotamian artwork. In Greek mythology writers strongly believed that unicorns were running wild in a faraway distant realm... Greek physician Ctesias believed he actually saw them, however many of his peers argued that he wasn't seeing a unicorn, but instead was citing the Indian Rhinoceros. The Celts, Romans, and Persians also described a white magical horse with a single horn. The creature was said to represent strength, grace, and freedom.

News; birthdays/events; how is your 'financial literacy'?; word of the day. News; is golf a "real sport"?; game: is Ashley as smart as a 5th grader?; what would you give up to be "allergy free"? News; game: just under $1,000 pyramid; Hollywood is filled with "yes men"...do you want to be cheered all the time?; what makes someone seem "low class" or "high class" to you (regardless of their actual financial standing? News; game: guess the song by the drum beat then the bass line; what's the next big event coming up for you? looking forward to it or not so much? do you only look forward to the big things?; goodbye/fun facts....National Empanada Day recognizes a delicious pastry that comes in several different forms. The name empanada comes from the Galician, Portuguese and Spanish verb em pandar, meaning to wrap or coat in bread. The pastry made its first appearance during the Moorish invasions in Medieval Iberia. In 1520, a cookbook featuring Catalan, Arabian, French, and Italian food had seafood-filled empanadas listed as one of its recipes. It is widely believed that empanadas...and pierogis and calzones are all inspired by samosas — a triangular-shaped pie popular in Arab and South Asian cultures.  They can be sweet or savory...but one thing is for sure...they are delicious!

News; birthdays/events; remember "1-2-3 magic"---there is a new parenting trick that really seems to work!; word of the day. News; what's your attention span when it comes to movies or tv shows?; game: the word "boom" in popular songs; so many of us are constantly dehydrated--have you ever tried 'stacking your water'? News; according to Askmen website...these are universally understood 'dude rules'; game: Godfather movie trivia;  Buzzfeed's list of "women code" rules. News; products that seem trendy or cute but are actually quite helpful; game: Guess the song by the lyrics; goodbye/fun facts....national coffee cake day- coffee cake brings along with it a tradition that likely dates back to the 16th or 17th century Germany. Originally, these cakes were made with coffee as an actual ingredient. Then the Danes began the culture of eating cake while taking a swipe at coffee, and as a result of this, coffee cakes evolved as one of their diverse traditional and cultural patterns. German and Dutch immigrants carried their coffee bread and streusel traditions to the United States in the 19th century. Today there are so many varieties of coffee cakes like: traditional cinammon, tart cherry, pecan custard, sweet cinnamon apple...typically they have a crumb topping or a glaze drizzle. Of course you don't have to include coffee as an ingredient because most of them don't use that anymore...but if you're making your own, culinary experts say it's worth a try!

News; birthdays/events; if you really want to get things done...don't just make a 'to do' list...do this too; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; good thing the toilet on Artemis is fixed...because the astronauts have lots of great food to choose from! (menu) News; cute things people used to believe when they were kids; have you ever wanted to try a new hobby but didn't realize how expensive it was?; Finance Buzz list of cheap vs frugal. News; funny complaints from customers on a cruise ship; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....Fresh Tomato Day. Tomatoes are grown in temperate and tropical regions of the world and are a significant source of umami flavor. Tomato plants typically grow between three and 10 feet in height, with vines and a weak sprawling stem.  Tomatoes trace back to the Aztecs and other Mesoamerican peoples.  They eventually made their way into Europe through the Spanish, and they became a very regular feature of Spanish food. Tomatoes have up to 10,000 distinct varieties...and many are now grown in greenhouses so they can be available all year long. So why are they considered a vegetable and a fruit...in 1893 In Nix v. Hedden, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that tomatoes are vegetables for tariff purposes, even though botanically they are fruits. 

News; birthdays/events; professor at Cornell Univercity has a unique way to deal with AI; word of the day. News; a journalism professor saves $3,000 a year by doing one simple thing; game: King's English TV guide; if you got 'dropped in the woods'...how many of these things would you be able to do? (list: Ashley vs Brad) News; "Easter eggs" in movies/TV shows; game: scattergories; do you think your dog actually understands specific things you say? News; have you ever called the cops on your neighbors? what would have to happen for you to call?; game: 3 word TV show descriptions; goodbye/fun facts....National Chocolate Mousse Day...The word "mousse" is French for "foam" or "froth" and it was first been created as a savory dish in France and may not have been turned into sweet desserts until many years later--with chocolate mousse being the most popular. There are many recipes for a chocolate mousse, all of them introducing different combinations of flavorings and toppings. One of the first written records of the appearance of chocolate mousse in the United States is actually from an exposition in New York City in 1892. Later on, the recipe for chocolate mousse started appearing in a "Housekeepers Column" in the 1897 edition of the Boston Globe. However, famed chef Julia Child is known as having created the perfect chocolate mousse, including unique flavors such as dark-brewed coffee, butter, bittersweet chocolate, eggs, dark rum, and vanilla extract. Yum!!!

News; birthdays/events; the average worker does these things (list) how 'averaage' are you?; word of the day. News; do you have app fatigue?; game: everybody knows; feel good story of the day. News; ways to get out of a boring converstion; game: songs with "no no no" in them; things you keep in your wallet that may lead to identity theft. News; we're spending $196 per person on Easter this year...is that number higher or lower for you?; game: mindtrap; goodbye/fun facts.... National DIY Day, celebrated annually on April 2. "Do it yourself," or D.I.Y., as it's often abbreviated, is the act of creatively handling tasks you would usually hire someone to do. These include building, decorating, fixing, and renovating. In the 6th century B.C., there was a temple-like building in Basilicata which held instructions on how to mass-produce its components, as well as how these components fit together. These ruins were discovered by Italian archeologists, and are now known as 'an ancient IKEA building'. Flash forward to the late 1900s, D.I.Y. had taken over with several television shows and channels dedicated to the act. The development of the internet also led to a breakthrough for DIY projects. So, whatever project you planned on hiring services for---take some time out to finally get the job done by yourself.