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News; birthdays/events; can you rub your head and pat your belly?; word of the day. News; game: James Bond movies trivia; world's most odd/interesting museums; worst graduation gifts. News; game: the Brat Pack trivia; gross things we do with/for our loved ones (mom ever lick her finger and wipe your face?); life saving things you may not know. News; game: 5 second rule; when celebrities mess up on social media (which we all do)...are you quick to forgive them?; goodbye/fun facts....National Mimosa Day! This classic mixed drink, which is equal parts brut champagne and fruit juice (usually orange juice), or you can use favorite sparkling wine (it doesn't have to be expensive champagne) has become a brunch staple and a popular drink at weddings. The drink dates back to the 1920s and most likely got its name from the a yellow flower native to Australia. With a variety of ways to add a twist to this cocktail, it's fun and easy to celebrate this drink we all find mimo-so-good! If you are under 21 or would simply prefer a non-alcoholic option then you're in luck! Mimosas are just as tasty and refreshing when substituting ginger ale for champagne.

News; birthdays/events; when you're stressed out...is it better to talk to a calm person or another stressed out person?; word of the day. News; game: Las Vegas trivia; would you like to get luxury hotel services in an air BNB?; what's your most meaningless accomplishment? News; game: everybody knows; if you notice a hole in your clothes...will you wear it anyway?; several discontinued car brands could be making a comeback...is one of your favs on the list? News; game: final lyrics in a song; 90% of us feel we are "good" and "safe drivers"; goodbye/fun facts....Straw Hat Day celebrates the timeless wardrobe staple. Both men and women wear it in a variety of styles. The straw hat has stood the test of time, serving not only as a protection from the sun but a fashion statement. And it has been around since the Middle Ages. In Lesotho (a country in South Africa), they called it ‘mokorotlo' — and they wore it as part of the traditional Sotho clothing. 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. Besides the panama...several other great straw hat styles include boaters, lifeguards, and the fedora.

News; birthdays/events; do you think your parents cared about your "emotional wellbeing" when you were growing up?; word of the day. News; did you ever feel the need to "find yourself"? how did you do it?; game: Indiana Jones trivia questions; leftovers you'd rather eat cold. News; top causes of road trip arguments (2025 list); game: Robert Zemeckis trivia; do you charge your phone overnight? maybe you shouldn't! News; it's graduation time!!! wallet hub list of best cities for new graduates to launch their careers; game: 3 word movie film titles; goodbye/fun facts....Receptionists, often overworked and underappreciated, have countless responsibilities depending on where they work...they often act as the boss' gatekeeper. Without a receptionist, there's no way an office could go about the day to day business smoothly. not many of us could do their job for a bit (or cover for that long lunch!), or manage the front desk (but then you'd know exactly what they put up with each day.) So make sure you treat them well — especially if you have an important meeting with the CEO. Reports of bad behavior in the lobby tend to make their way to the executive suites. Don't have an attitude when dealing with them. 

News; birthdays/events; do you have a favorite game show? any new ones out there?; word of the day. News; game: Top Gun movie trivia; 30% of adults don't drink water after 3pm...but as the days get warmer...how do you stay hydrated?; finish this sentence: "happiness is___". News; game: prison commissary price is right; best Country songs of all time according to Billboard; best "cheat codes" for life. News; game: general trivia; which TV show makes you talk to or yell at the TV (besides sports)?; goodbye/fun facts....National Apple Pie Day...apple pie has 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. In Sweden, apple crumble was the gold-standard...and the French also caramelized their apples, an innovation which added a whole new dynamic to the flavor. In the 17th century, apple pie was finally brought to the American colonies...and we claimed it as our own! Soldiers during World War II were often quoted they were fighting "for Mom and apple pie."  In 1970, advertisers used the patriotic connection with a commercial jingle "Baseball, hot dogs, apple pie, and Chevrolet."

News; birthdays/events; women have a tendency to take off their shoes at the movies (with the reclining seats)...do you take your shoes off in public places? (work...on a plane...etc)?; word of the day. News; do you haggle? how often? on what types of products/services?; game: quiz; game: feud. News; do you have a favorite color as an adult...is it the same as when you were a kid? do you buy lots of things in that color?; people who clean their house more are happier...do you have a favorite chore?; would you like to try yoga if it involved baby animals? News; game: calendar trivia; would you move to another continent if you never had to deal with mosquitos again in your life?; goodbye/fun facts....National Limerick Day celebrates the birthday of English artist, illustrator, author, and poet Edward Lear who is known mostly for his literary nonsense in poetry, prose, and limericks. Limerick poems were popularized in Lear's book “Book of Nonsense” in 1846. A limerick is a very short, humorous, nonsense poem. Within a limerick, there are five lines. The first two lines rhyme with the fifth line and the third and fourth line rhyme together. Most limericks begin by describing a person and place, and then the rest of the lines describe that person's actions. 

News; birthdays/events; smartest and dumbest dog breeds; word of the day. News; things you need to have in your car; do your kids make your neighbors mad?; game: James L. Brooks trivia. News; people you never have to tip; what's your summer default meal/dish?; game: is Ashley smarter than a 5th grader? News; how do you celebrate mother's day...even if your mother isn't here anymore?; game: baby boomer trivia book; goodbye/fun facts....National Military Spouse Appreciation Day is an annual observance that takes place on the Friday preceding Mother's Day. It shows appreciation for the commitment and sacrifice that the spouses of service members make, together with the rest of the family, while they're away on the mission to defend the country. Military spouses have to make quick adjustments to new environments, and having to learn new survival skills with the frequent and often unexpected developments that sometimes require them to move halfway across the country or even the world. National Military Spouse Appreciation Day is important because it strengthens the commitment of servicemen and women, assuring them that their family is being appreciated and celebrated while they are away.

News; birthdays/events; best TV moms; word of the day. News; game: potpourri trivia; our top 10 annoyances; non-horror movie characters that scare you.  News; game: minute mystery; what is the 1% rule when it comes to money?; Ashley moving SFA. News; game: 5 second rule; it's time for a new set of "resolutions"; goodbye/fun facts....National Give Someone a Cupcake Day...either bakery-bought or homemade cupcakes...for your coworkers, colleagues, teachers, bosses, neighbors, etc. Cupcakes have been around for centuries, but their popularity and design are recent. The baking of cakes in cups — due to the lack of what today we call muffin tins. On average, every year in the U.S. 800 million cupcakes are consumed! Cupcakes are so popular now about 13% of brides choose to serve cupcakes instead of a wedding cake at their reception. 

News; birthdays/events; would you want a dinosaur wallet/shoes/belt etc?; word of the day News; Brad sfa travel break; game: Fast Times at Ridgemont High movie trivia; commonly confused English words. News; game: just over $1,300 pyramid; we register for gifts when we get married and when we have kids...but wouldn't it be nice to have running register or qr code for things always?; what's a "pillow menu"? News; game: getting to know you; Brad sfa travel break part 2; goodbye/fun facts....Great American Grump Out...its probably not what you think! What sounds like a day to be grumpy, is quite the opposite. By kicking the grumpy mood to the curb...you get to spend a day full of happy vibes. Are you out of your favorite breakfast cereal? Put some peanut butter on a waffle. In a long line? Strike up a friendly conversation with the person next to you, you could make a friend. Find the silver linings today because there always is one. Stress is one of the leading causes of health problems in America so prioritize your happiness today..and tomorrow...and so on.

News; birthdays/events; game: which novel do these characters come from?; word of the day. News; if you could buy an amusement park ride/attraction...which would you buy?; game: outburst; what's your fast food 'go to' food? News; 3 things we do that we think are safe...but really aren't; game: everybody knows; tips from flight attendants and flying pros. News; would you rather move or land an airplane?; would you rather have/watch (1) 3 minute commercial or (6) 30 second commercials?; goodbye/fun facts....National Crepe Suzette Day...There are several origin stories of how this French delicacy got it's name...according to the most cirulated culinary legend...the treat was accidentally created in 1895 by Henri Charpentier, then a 15-year-old assistant waiter working at Monte Carlo's Cafe de Paris. He was cooking for Prince Edward of Wales and his distinguished guest — a French noble dame named Suzette. He inadvertently ruined a sauce for the crepes, but then realized he had made a tasty new dish. The prince decided to name it “Crepe Suzette.” Crepe Suzette consists of a crisp, thinly rolled, or folded pancake and a sauce made from caramelized sugar and butter, and either tangerine or orange juice, and French liqueur like Grand Marnier.

News; birthdays/events; silly things we judge people for; word of the day. News; what's your first reaction when someone says "Can we talk"?; game: quiz; game: feud. News; ways to cope if you're super stressed at work; do you have early onset grumpiness?; if you're trying to eat a healthy breakfast...you REALLY need to try hard to do it. News; game: calendar trivia; most overrated U.S. tourist attractions; goodbye/fun facts....Sun Awareness Week...takes place in the first week of May. It signals the start of the summer-long Sun Awareness Campaign which centers around teaching people about skin cancer, as well as informing them about how to increase their protection when they step out into the sun. Since ancient times, the world has understood that the sun provides warmth, life, and vitality.  The discovery of ultraviolet light is attributed to a German physicist, Johann Wilhelm Ritter, who noticed that the invisible rays in the spectrum of lights at the violet end were very effective at darkening silver chloride-soaked paper. As time went by, more and more scientists reported adverse reactions to U.V. rays. By the end of the 19th century, studies were published that proved people working outdoors were more prone to skin cancer....so if you're out in the sun...make sure you use SPF.

News; birthdays/events; can you make yourself become a morning person?; word of the day. News; most and least glamorous jobs; game: mind the gap part 1; game: mind the gap part 2. News; are you "membership programmed" out?; game: Star Wars trivia; do you care if your online order comes in a nice box? News; 43% of Americans say this is the best home compliment they can receive; essential car safety items; goodbye/fun facts....National Play Your Ukulele Day.  The ukulele belongs to the guitar family of instruments. While the guitar is recognized by its six strings, the ukulele has only four. When it comes to its size, a ukulele is much smaller than a guitar. they say it's much easier to learn than a guitar and it's easier to carry around and play especially for those who have smaller hands — for example, children. The word ‘ukulele' has Hawaiian roots. In the language, the word means ‘jumping flea.' The name was probably picked because the musician's fingers look like fleas jumping on the strings when skillfully played! Even though the instrument's name has Hawaiian roots, it was brought to the island of Hawaii by Portuguese immigrants. george harrison of the beatles loved the ukulele...he collected hundres of them.

News; birthdays/events; do the people you work with determine how much you like your job?; word of the day. News; game: mindtrap; old customs that are hard to imagine people doing today; do you call your kids the wrong name? News; game: minute mystery; most stolen items from hotels; Australian researchers say this is the optimal breakdown for how we should spend our day. News; game: 80's/90's trivia; Michelin starred restaurants for the rest of us; goodbye/fun facts....May Day ushers in a traditional celebration of flowers and spring. In many ancient calendars, May 1 welcomed the first day of summer. One of the more popular rituals was harvesting flowers and giving them to neighbors and strangers in cone-shaped baskets. These became known as May Day Baskets. lots of may day traditions continue today around the world: In English tradition, the observance is celebrated by crowning a May Queen and dancing around a maypole. The Finnish recognize a carnival-type celebration in the streets that includes a special type of lemonade made with lemons, brown sugar, and yeast. and In France, it is correct to give people either dogwood or lily of the valley while Italians celebrate with a seasonal feast in honor of the arrival of spring.

News; birthdays/events; songs that could be used as a form of torture; word of the day. News; game: Bugs Bunny trivia; Brad loves to mess with Ashley...(because apparently it amuses him)...but he's not the only one! (2 funny stories); most common geography mistakes. News; game: fill in the lyrics; "useless" things we learned in school; how do you feel about "scratch and sniff" marketing? News; game: think n sync; if you were throwing a party and a bunch of people couldn't come or had to cancel...would you still have the party if it was low attendance?; goodbye/fun facts....National Raisin Day. When it comes to raisins, there are generally two groups of people: those that love them and those that believe they ruin a perfectly good cookie or bagel. Raisins are tiny sundried grapes. While sunlight dries most grapes naturally in vineyards, some are mechanically dehydrated. Raisins show up throughout history and literature as a healthy, transportable snack for everyone from the Egyptians to Christopher Columbus to George Washington. And of course, those little red raisin boxes are a classic symbol of childhood. There was a half-hour special that got a Primetime Emmy Award nod for Outstanding Animated Program in 1988 called Meet the Raisins...from the hugely popular ad campaign the "California Raisins".

News; birthdays/events; does your birthday feel the same as every other day? what can you do to stand out?; word of the day. News; when was the last time you forgot where you parked?; game: Brady Bunch trivia; would you eat 3-d printed food or live in a 3-d printed house? News; weird food pairings; game: Seinfeld trivia; has a wild animal ever damaged your car or home? News; new hobbies you've discovered that you really like; game:  famous childrens books synopsis; goodbye/fun facts....National Peace Rose Day...a beautiful hybrid tea rose that is light-yellow or cream-colored and have petals with flushed crimson-pink edges. a French horticulturist, developed the Peace rose by crossing a hybridized tea rose known as the Margaret McGredy rose with another seedling. He named the rose Madame A. Meilland, after his late mother. However, before the German invasion of France, Meilland sent the cuttings of the rose to his friends in Italy, Turkey, Germany, and the United States to protect the new flower. These roses were given to each delegate at the inaugural United Nations meeting in 1945 in honor of Germany's surrender. Roses, by the way, are the national flower of the U.S.A.

News; birthdays/events; how do you pass the time when you're intentionally procrastinating on a a project?; word of the day. News; should tradesman fix something for free if it's minor? (story); game: quiz; game: feud. News; is it unfair if a business passes the cc processing fee onto the consumer?; secluded vacations or touristy ones?; calendar trivia. News; do you keep all those extra single socks that the dryer eats?; how do you survive awkward small talk?; goodbye/fun facts....National Blueberry Pie Day. Blueberry harvest begins in April and lasts until September giving us a long season full of blueberry enjoyment. blueberry pie, which usually consists of a classic pie dough filled with a berry mixture as well as sugars, flour, and lemon juice, is sort of a victory dessert. Before the U.S. became an independent country, Native Americans lived off the land and used blueberries, which they called star berries, as a source of survival. Now recognized as a superfood, blueberries are packed with antioxidants, phytoflavinoids, potassium, and vitamin C. Some historians speculate that without the blueberry, the earliest settlers in North America may not have survived their first winter in the new country.

News; birthdays/events; a study has found we think "old age" is always about 15 years older than we are; word of the day. News; should the U.S. ban tipping like they do in Europe?; game: Pacino or DeNiro? new benchmark: what when right this week? News; do you mostly make analytical decisions or emotional decisions?; game: what are these harmonica songs?; eating championship season is here. News; most parents take a minimum of pics of their kids everyday...is there something you take lots of pics of?; game: literature quiz; goodbye/fun facts....Historic markers all across the nation provide a glimpse into the past and preserve history for future generations. On the last Friday in April each year, National Historic Marker Day invites volunteers and communities to come together to maintain their markers because unfortunately, weather and time take their toll on these small monuments to history.  of course, you need to get permission from the city to help clean and maintain them...but what a great volunteer opportuntiy! According to the historic marker database, there are more than 219,000 historic markers scattered across...in almost every city you visit! you've probably noticed them near significant natural formations, state and national trails, historic buildings and even cemeteries. They tell stories of cultural, national, and historical significance. 

News; birthdays/events; have you ever tried to restore old photos? what's the best way?; word of the day. News; most boring cities on Earth; game: just over $2,500 pyramid; burning toast story (Ashley has a burning popcorn SFA) News; (from social media posts) if someone rolled out a red carpet on a sidewalk...would you avoid it or strut on it?; game: everybody knows; have you ever been shushed or have you shushed anyone? News; most embarassing punishment parents gave their kids; game: I should have known that!; goodbye/fun facts....Pigs in a Blanket Day...celebrated across the world, the term often refers to a variety of different dishes. But in the United States, Pigs-in-a-Blanket is often hot dogs or sausages wrapped in biscuit or croissant dough and baked and are generally served as an appetizer or as breakfast. but it all started as a way to make kids food fun to eat. Betty Crocker, whose cookbooks decorated every post-war kitchen published a cookbook in 1957 called Betty Crocker's Cooking for Kids. but soon they became chic cocktail party fare.  they are easy to make...and you can modify them to fit even the finickiest of eaters!

News; birthdays/events; what makes an airline good for "nervous flyers" (Singapore Airlines ranked #1 stress free airline); word of the day. News; game: Shakespeare quiz; if you could time travel...what would be the worst era to visit?; do you like when celebrities share details about their personal lives/health issues or do you think it's tmi? News; game: Pink Floyd trivia game; Summer time and road trips...fun things to do while driving; when was the last time you stayed up way past your bedtime? News; game: 3 word guess who?; absurd reasons people have "demanded to talk to the manager"...(Buzzfeed); goodbye/fun facts....National Take a Chance Day...stick your neck out and go for it! You've heard it said — “the biggest risk is not taking one.” Still, taking chances just doesn't come naturally for many of us. Every single one of us has grappled with taking a chance on something. Be it starting that new business, asking someone to prom, zip-lining on vacation. Today is an excellent day to understand why we sometimes get in our own way of pursuing our dreams and reaching our full potential. More often than not, the likelihood of failure is not as great as we anticipate it to be. Dr. John C. Maxwell wrote, “Sometimes You Win – Sometimes You Learn”. The premise of his book is that our greatest lessons come from our greatest losses. You don't experience loss if you are constantly playing it safe.

News; birthdays/events; have you gotten into voice notes or do you prefer texting or calling?; word of the day.  News; animal superpowers we wish we had; game: The Simpsons trivia; any misadventures in cooking lately? News; social media guy likes to play banjo to popular songs...do you like hearing songs made into other genres of music?; game: battle of the sexes part 1; game: battle of the sexes part 2. News; things to unplug when you go on vacation; what's your favorite cartoon character of all time?; goodbye/fun facts....School Bus Driver Appreciation Day is observed on the fourth Tuesday in April. At the beginning of the 20th century, children were transported to and from school in horse-drawn carriages. A.L. Luce, a Ford dealership owner, built a bus body for a 1927 Ford Model T school bus. During a meeting in 1939, they set several requirements for school buses one was that buses were always painted yellow as a norm. The hue was chosen because black letters could be read on it and it was believed to be the easiest to see at sunrise and dusk. School buses have frequently undergone modifications and upgrades, but we still acknowledge the need for bus drivers, which is one thing that hasn't changed. The praises of school bus drivers are rarely sung....even though they ensure the safety of our most prized possesions...our children.

News; birthdays/events; do you have "eco-guilt" ?; word of the day. News; which summer fruit are you looking forward to most?; what would you do?  e-payment system is down but they don't take cash...and you've already eaten the food; actors who nailed the role that sequel actors don't come close. News; game: quiz: game: feud; nature cams...Ashley LOVES them...and there's a new one to watch! News; feel good story of the day; calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Chickpea Day. this amazing legume is a key ingredient in the Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Indian cuisines. Chickpeas were found in the Middle East roughly 7,500 years ago. The word ‘chickpea' comes from the French ‘chiche' and the Latin ‘cicer.' and Spanish term for chickpea is garbanzo...but it the same legume. They are a rich source of vitamins, such as the B vitamin folate, and manganese and are high in protein and fiber.  Because of their high protein and fiber content along with being gluten-free, chickpeas became a popular source for alternative flour in the 2010s. they're very affordable...you can eat them out the can, put them on salads, turn them into hummus and eat them with veggies or chicken.  

News; birthdays/events; favorite Easter candy in the U.S.; word of the day. News; game: Ferris Bueller's Day Off Trivia; is it shocking when people's voices don't seem to match their appearance (celebrities i.e. Mike Tyson or regular people i.e. Ashley's waiter the other day); shouldn't all public wifi be free? News; game: name that 1985 song; if crosswalks had voice recordings instead of a blinking countdown number...what should they say?; 12% of people still have their best friend from Elementary school!  do you? News; game: movie password; are themed weddings fun or kitschy?; goodbye/fun facts....National Lineman Appreciation Day...honors the men and women who work around the clock to keep the power going. one of the most dangerous jobs...Lineworkers have to climb hundreds of feet above the ground with precarious harnesses,  handle live wires that, if improperly handled, can easily lead to them losing their lives in massive jolts of electricity and work often long unpredictable hours.  from Rocco Morabito's famous 1967 lineman photo and the increible story behind it...to Jimmy Webb's 1968 hit sung by glen campbell to 2015's biography from Alan Drew called "The American Lineman"...take a moment to understand a bit more about a profession that helps keep our modern world moving.

News; birthdays/events; would you rent your clothes out your peers?; word of the day. News; 10 most disappointing attractions in the world; game: King James TV Guide shows; don't share these things with A.I. News; improve these daily habits for big life results; game: cliche word ladder; 82% of women "code switch" at work...what does that mean? (and do you do it?) News; Google's "Easter Eggs"; game: 5 second rule; goodbye/fun facts....National Cheese Ball Day....yes...the same ones you associate with Christmas and holiday office parties back in the day.  Well...Cheese balls are actually in vogue (again).  We make fun of them...but they are a hit at every party and they are so versitile! Basic ingredients often include cheddar cheese, cream cheese, green onion, and spices — sometimes coated with chopped pecans or cheese doodles or bacon. You can go vegetarian as well. they are a tasty throwback to a simpler time, before meat and cheese platters became “charcuterie”.

News; birthdays/events; outdated things people refuse to stop using (Buzzfeed list); word of the day. News; game: Basketball trivia; what is the first thing you do when you encounter bad customer service on the phone? (post online? threaten to cancel service?); Buzzfeed list...funny things women notice about men's habits (either growing up with brothers or once they live together). News; what time do you prefer to eat lunch?; unclaimed luggage most bizarre items found in luggage; game: slogan game. News; over 40% of people under 30 can't make spaghetti dinner...isn't pasta one of the easiest meals to make?; game: password; goodbye/fun facts....national banana day takes place the 3rd wednesday in april...bananas are one of the oldest cultivated fruits in the world and their popularity spans across the world.  there are thousands of banana varieties. Bananas are beneficial and versatile, and can be used in puddings, muffins, pies, sandwiches, bread, cakes, and more. bananas have been around since 300 BC... but 1865 is remarkably noted to be the year bananas gained popularity on the American shores.  they're in the superfood category because of all their health benefits...so add the humble banana to your diet.

News; birthdays/events; annoying rules your parents had (and maybe you have the same ones for your kids?); word of the day.  News; if you're buying your family ice cream...would you buy some for your dog?; game: McDonald's trivia; many people are attending Easter services online...would you do that? News; biggest workplace pet peeve; game: songs with whistling (name that song); would you complain (more than once) if you paid for something professionally and it wasn't up to your standards? (sfa nail salon story). News; how often do you notice inconsistancies in TV shows and movies?; game: is Ashley as smart as a 5th grader?; goodbye/fun facts....National Laundry Day...Benjamin Franklin may have overlooked one certainty in life: laundry. but this day creates an opportunity to assess our laundry habits and teach our children to develop good ones. Humans have been doing laundry in numerous ways for as long clothes have existed. One of the earliest ways was beating the dust and dirt out of our clothes and bedding with a stick or pounding the grime out against a rock in the river. washing tubs eventually led to the first automatic washing machine. The first U.S. patent for an electric washing machine was granted to Alva J. Fisher in 1910. today, there are apps that can turn your washer on for you!

News; birthdays/events; who would you like to see on redesigned American money?; word of the day. News; you've heard of a swear jar...but here are some other creative family money jars; was there a "priviledge" at work that got taken away because of 1 employee?; 3 phrases truly wise people use...according to your tango website. News; game: quiz; game: feud; would you like to have your recipts alphabetized?;  News; common things people didn't experience until later in life (one lady didn't learn how to swim until she was in her 50's); game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Look Up at the Sky Day. We often rush through our days...When was the last time you stopped and looked up at the sky? Did you see the pink moon over the weekend? Did you know that a cloud can weigh approximately 1.1 million pounds, or that the color of a star depends on its temperature? The sky is fascinating.Astronomy itself is the oldest natural science. Traveling sailors would use stars to navigate, and the sun was their only instrument to tell the time. today there are astronomy clubs if you want to to join one...or just go outside and look up!

News; birthdays/events; is it better to play music at the office for everyone or let employees listen to their own ear buds?; word of the day. News; Gen Z says (this) is no longer relevant...agree?; game: guess these isolated bass tracks; favorite way to decorate Easter eggs...or have you seen a new technique you'd like to try? 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: minute mystery; 20 years from now...what will your co-workers say about you? News; do you have any tricks to falling asleep?...viral video of dad and baby; game: getting to know you; goodbye/fun facts....National Submarine Day which honors the day the United States Navy acquired its first modern commissioned submarine. On April 11, 1900, the USS Holland became the Navy's first modern submarine...but it actually wasn't the first submarine the US had. The USS Alligator was the first known submarine owned by the United States back in 1832 but it sank in the ocean in 1863, after losing a battle with a brutal storm. life underwater isn't all that glamorous. Often, crews are out at sea for months at a time and return when food supplies run low. Subs can be cramped with tedious tasks to complete daily.  you can visit the national naval museum in washington dc or if you can take a tour of a real submarine..If you can't tour a submarine or go to the Navy museum, go on a virtual tour from home.

News; birthdays/events; 4 unnecessary (but very convenient) new tech gadgets; word of the day. News; game: backwards song; songs voted "most favorite sing-a-long car songs"; A&B talk about their favorite car sing-a-long songs. News; game: 2,500 Pyramid; what food(s) do you end up throwing away the most?; have you ever been at an historic sports game or event? News; game: movies trivia; bugs/mosquitoes coming out for the Spring/Summer...best way to deal with bites; goodbye/fun facts....National Bookmobile Day (celebration always happens during National Library Week in April every year.)  Bookmobiles are mobile libraries that help transport books from one local community to another.  This day also celebrates the work and dedication of the many people involved, such as library professionals, drivers, donors, and it also encourages people to donate their own books to the cause. The bookmobile tradition in the United States is credited to a librarian who launched the first bookmobile in the early 20th century...she wanted to get books to rural communities. Her bookmobile was a horse-drawn wooden carrier that contained boxes of books. Then in 1912, horses were switched out and the first motorized bookmobiles were born. These bookmobiles went to rural and urban schools, as well as to the homes of senior communities. 

News; birthdays/events; a new study says "spoilers" don't really spoil anything, do you agree?; word of the day. News; game: Alaska trivia questions; have you ever been 'micro-petty'?; would you tell a rideshare/cab driver you don't like their driving? News; do you hold the elevator door open or press the close button?; a restaurant in Thailand gives big discounts if you can do this...is this wrong?; game: slogan game. News; do you want your appliances to do more?; game: fill in the blanks of these arcade games; goodbye/fun facts....National Butterscotch Brownie Day...also known as Blondies or Brookies (brownie + cookie) actually made their debut before chocolate brownies. Chocolate brownies only came into existence in 1905....Recipes date back to the 19th century and are made up of flour, brown sugar, butter, eggs, baking powder, and vanilla. Walnuts, pecans, or butterscotch chips are sometimes added to the brownies. The first known recipe for blondies was published in 1896 by Fannie Farmer, a pioneer of modern American cookery. Today, you can find dozens of recipe variations online.

News; birthdays/events; some nightclubs/restaurants offer wristbands for patrons...would you want this for everyday life?; word of the day. News; how bad are your allergies? would you be willing to give up social media to be allergy free?; game: songs with harmonica in them; surprising habits that could hurt your health. News; things most of us do but are too embarassed to admit; game: songs with 'sweet' in the name; a man in France invented a pill that transforms/neutralizes flatulance (not a joke) would you buy it? News; ice cream hacks; game: general trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Library Workers Day...which recognizes the valuable contributions library staff make every day to their communities through their hard work and dedication. before the internet...libraries are we got our information. libraries do much more that house books....Libraries also archive local history. The names of pioneers and settlers are usually recorded in books and newspapers of the era. many libraries have story time for children. Libraries are notoriously underfunded, and that often means they are understaffed....how about volunteering at your local library and consider donating books you no longer read to the library.

News; birthdays/events; what are some of your favorite sounds?; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; do you talk to your pet throughout the day?   News; dryer sheets can keep ants away...what else can they do?; fictional bands with real hit songs; game: calendar trivia. News; Americans don't get a lot of massages...if money were no object..would you? some people absolutely despise massages; do you only eat certain colored foods? (Ashley has friend that won't eat anything green; goodbye/fun facts....National Coffee Cake Day...a spongy cake flavored with a touch of coffee. Basically, this cake is eaten while taking sips of coffee or tea, hence the name coffee cake. The invention of cake occured in Egypt in the 1400's and coffee came along in Europe in the 1600's...the first mention of a coffee cake was referenced in some library material in 1850....the Danish who institutionalized the culture of eating cake while taking sips of coffee, and as a result of this, coffee cakes evolved as one of their diverse traditional and cultural patterns and by 1965 the popularity of coffee cakes spreads throughout New York, New Jersey, and Delaware as a result of immigration. 

News; birthdays/events; professional armpit sniffers are needed!  what are some other stinky jobs?; word of the day. News; is it okay to save a parking spot by standing in it for someone?; do you answer questions with just one word or do you give an explanation?; game: finger snapping songs. News; do you "patientsplain" to your Dr?; do you take the free food samples?; game: outburst. News; stories of people who have dropped their phones in crazy scenarios...and they survived!!; game: 80's/90's trivia; goodbye/fun facts....International Carrot Day...Whether they're brightening our winter soups or complimenting the cream cheese icing in our cakes, carrots are always a welcome guest on any plate. Carrots are a rather hearty plant that can grow in many diverse conditions, though they typically come into harvest in the summer and fall seasons of their growth sites. California is responsible for 85% of the carrots that U.S. citizens purchase in grocery stores across the country. Carrots are among the few vegetables that are harvested primarily for their roots, rather than their sprouts. Joining them are potatoes, turnips, radishes, and beets. Due to the carrot's longevity when stored in the refrigerator, it often makes appearances in dishes for all seasons. You may even see different varieties and colors of carrots in the stores...from yellow to purple to red to white...they all have slightly different flavor profiles...so give 'em a try!

News; birthdays/events; have you seen the new torpedo bats?; word of the day. News; Reddit question: what's your fascinating body quirk?; game: Val Kilmer trivia quiz; TV house/apartment you'd love to live in? News; awkward moments...i.e.waving at someone you thought was waving at you; game: talkbox songs; Easter baskets aren't just for kids. News; have you ever wanted to swap lives for a day with a friend that seems to have a great life?; game: mindtrap; goodbye/fun facts....Chocolate Mousse Day recognizes the decadent dessert that gained popularity in France in the 1800s. This dessert used to be served at high-end French restaurants but, after globalization hit, the dish has become a favorite all over the world. Mousse is prepared by beating eggs or cream or both to a frothy, airy consistency and then folding the ingredients together to create a light, creamy delight. While mousse can be either savory or sweet, for this day, we will focus on that all-time favorite, chocolate. From dark chocolate to milk chocolate, bittersweet, or any combination, there is plenty of variety when it comes to chocolate mousse.

News; birthdays/events; Study Finds list...best rock bands of all time; word of the day. News; game: Drum intro quiz; uniforms...school and/or work...do you prefer that or do you want to wear your own clothes?; is it okay to look at your phone at a red light? News; game: synthesizer quiz; do you spy on your kids? (texts/emails etc); most of us have a favorite film genre...is it the same genre when it comes to reading books?    News; game: I Should Have Known That; if you invite your boss over for dinner...are you going to try to impress them with your culinary skills or are you going to find out their favorite meal and make that?; goodbye/fun facts....National DIY Day... “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. People have been doing it themselves for longer than you might imagine. In the times when you couldn't look up a name and phone number through a yellow book, or search online for your local artisans, people relied on personal skills and helpful advice to get the job done. In the 6th century B.C., there was a temple-like building in Basilicata, and just like our modern instruction manuals, it held instructions on how to mass-produce its components, as well as how these components fit together to create the building. These ruins were discovered by Italian archeologists, and are now known as ‘an ancient IKEA building'....so if they can diy a temple...you can diy your project too!

News; birthdays/events; food is getting more and more expensive...but this may be a solution...(or maybe not!); word of the day. News; what are you looking forward to most in April?; game: April Fools word ladder; new way to have gratitude..."what was your rose"? News; one minute spring cleaning/productivity hack; game: songs with fool in the title; what are the odds...list of everyday risks in life? News; Brad's beehive SFA; game: everybody knows; goodbye/fun facts....World Reading is Funny Day...it is aimed at rekindling a passion for reading among the younger generations. Technological advancement and the advent of ever-interesting shows on screen have made reading seem rather boring and old-fashioned for kids. it's a perfect time to reintroduce your young ones to the reading culture by gifting them or reading to them a book that catches their young reader's attention with a giggle or two. The oldest records of jokes were traced back to 1900 B.C. The first joke book is the “Philogelos,” translated as “Laughter-Lover.” It contained 265 jokes written in ancient Greek. What we learn in childhood tends to stay with us for life. Teaching your child that reading is fun will motivate them to keep it up even when they are grown.

News; birthdays/events; how long does it take you to eat a meal?; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; what's something you wouldn't do even if someone else paid for it? News; most ridiculous/funny HOA rules/fines; if phone is #1 and laptop is #2...what's the #3 must have device in your life?; April Fool's pranks to play on your kids. News; game: calendar trivia; sweetest thing a kid said to you that made your day (or even made you cry....in a good way); goodbye/fun facts....national tater day...We love potatoes so much...Bake 'em, boil 'em, fry 'em, mash 'em … they will always taste heavenly. The versatility potatoes lend means that they are great for both salty and sweet cuisines. This tubular vegetable also holds the credit of solving food shortages, both in the old ages and the new. But at the same time, the vegetable has had its fair share of bad rep too....due to how they're prepared, particularly when fried, and the high-carb content, often associated with weight gain and negative health outcomes, though they are actually a good source of nutrients.  It is estimated that Americans consume more than 70 million pounds of tater tots every year.

News; birthdays/events; most useful (or most unusual) tool that is (or should be) on a Swiss Army Knife; word of the day. News; funny April Fool's Day office pranks; Buzzfeed list: thing that used to be in restaurants "back in the day" (i.e. smoking section); game: We Are the World song trivia. News; baseball stadium foods 2025; if you could meet your party at the airport gate...would you? or do you prefer just to pick 'em up at the curb?; game: prison commissary price is right. News; if a kite lifted you off the ground...how long until you'd let go?; game: movie password; goodbye/fun facts....national something on a stick day...There isn't much that can't be put on a stick when talking about food. (except for maybe soup) food on a stick is fun...and it's not just for kids and carnivals. Fresh fruit kabobs and skewers of grilled veggies and meat.  The use of sticks — skewers of wood — in the preparation and consumption of food items goes back a long way. A very long way. An archeological site in Germany contained a stick with a burnt tip, indicating its use in the cooking of meat over a fire, from 300,000 years ago, the Lower Paleolithic era. by 1868 In the streets of the cities of Japan, food vendors begin to sell teriyaki chicken on a skewer stick and today you can find (or make) all kids of culinary masterpieces on a stick.

News; birthdays/events; a new twist on the morning alarm; word of the day. News; smartest dogs according to University of Helsinki study; game: mindtrap; is it wrong to laugh at someone when they bite it in public? (sfa). News; how long can you leave wet clothes in the washer?; game: The Godfather movie trivia; do you prefer to buy things new or are you ok with 'gently used items' in your house? News; best age in life to do things (Pew research); game: movies trivia; goodbye/fun facts....Scribble Day is all about celebrating the creativity and the art associated with scribbling, which anyone can do regardless of their artistic abilities. Scribbling is sometimes referred to as doodling and the terms are often used interchangeably but there is a slight underlying difference between both the acts and the origin of the words. The word scribble can be traced back to the Latin ‘scribere,' which actually means ‘to write'. To scribble is to write letters or words hastily, often in an illegible manner. Doodle, on the other hand, refers to drawing or amateur art. Etymologically, the word doodle is derived from the German ‘Dudeltopf' or ‘Dudeldop,' meaning ‘simpleton'.  it's not a distraction, as it's commonly thought to be. In fact, it improves cognitive functioning.

News; birthdays/events; how far would you go to save $2?; word of the day. News; game: Martin Short trivia; according to Food & Wine.com....this is the most "American meal"; Ashley's dog ate rat! News; game: what year was it?; what's your perfect time of day?  (when do you get the most accomplished); words we use that are based on a real person's name (Thomas Crapper). News; game: everybody knows; Volkswagen makes more than just cars; goodbye/fun facts....There are many holidays throughout the year, today is Make Up Your Own Holiday Day. Whether you wish to celebrate something profound like Use Only Recycled Paper Day or you want to give in to your randomness by paying homage to Eat Purple Food Day, the possibilities are endless. you might even be able to get it recognized at the city, state, or even federal level! it took almost a century for Thanksgiving to be declared as a national holiday? Sarah Hale, who started the process, sent numerous letters to get a National Thanks day back in the 1800s, but her efforts did not come to fruition until 1941. Make Up Your Own Holiday Day is an unofficial day. This means that businesses will remain open.

News; birthdays/events; life upgrades you didn't know you needed; word of the day. News; game: mind the gap part 1; game: mind the gap part 2; when someone famous has an autobiography or biopic do you want to see it or not? News; least visited national parks; fashion faux pas for men; what are your ingredients for a perfect day? News; game: Elton John trivia; things not to do at a new job; goodbye/fun facts....Tolkien reading day....J.R.R. Tolkien (John Ronald Reuel) was an English writer, poet, philologist, and university professor.  He was best known as the author of the classic works The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings...however, he has published more than 30 books, several posthumously. Tolkien spoke 17 languages and had a deep understanding of how language evolves and develops. There is a traveling Tolkien exhibition in collaboration with Oxford university which was the in NYC but I believe is currently in Paris... and there is a Tolkien museum in Switzerland.

News; birthdays/events; besides your car...what other modes of transportation do you commony use?; word of the day. News; have you ever mixed friends and business...did it work out?; game: quiz; game: feud. News; best places for stargazing; terms/phrases that were invented from tv shows/movies; when you were a kid...did you ever have to sit at the kitchen table because you refused to eat food?   News; game: calendar trivia; if I gave you $100 this very second...what would you buy?; goodbye/fun facts....Moviegoers have been snacking on chocolate-covered raisins for many, many years. Somehow, popcorn, a box of chocolate-covered raisins go together perfectly....either milk chocolate or dark chocolate. it all started in 1927 at the Blumenthal Brothers Chocolate Company in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. and now the lowly chocolate covered raisin has become pinterest worthy...filling the pages of social media on charcuterie boards and as a fancy addition to oatmeal raisin cookies.

News; birthdays/events; old school life lessons that are "trendy" now; word of the day. News; gen z/gen alpha slang words; game: can you tell the song by the drums?; what defines 'good customer service' for you? News; do you pick up habits from your spouse/co-workers/friends?; game: classic TV show quotes; traveling ammenties...what must your hotel/air BnB have? (or is it always just the cheapest place you can find). News; if you're the kind of person who likes to "buy outside the box"/uniques gifts...here are things NOT to buy for wedding gifts; game: totally 80's trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Flower Day happens every year, right after the first official spring day....which eminds us to pause and appreciate nature's art. gifting flowers has always been central to life and culture across civilizations...since the beginning of time. national flower day reminds us of the incredible world we inhabit. Beauty exists all around us. and it doesn't have to be a special occasion to enjoy getting or giving flowers....or even planting some in your yard. it's also an excellent opportunity to learn about the importance of flowers and plants in our ecosystem. They provide food and habitat for pollinators.  every country has their own official flower...america's?  the rose.

News; birthdays/events; do you participate in office sports pools?  what about other workplace wager opportunities?; word of the day. News; what if sweats/yoga pants looked like jeans...would that be more work/public appropriate?; great sayings to keep your outlook on life in check; game: Mister Rogers trivia. News; there are a lot of issues in the world...but we need to get rid of daylight saving time and we need to bring back toys in cereal boxes!!!; is it ok to use one of your neighbors trash cans?; game: celebrity audio-biographies. News; how do you get better fast when you start feeling sick?; game: I should have known that; goodbye/fun facts....The Spring Equinox, also known as the vernal equinox, is one of the four solar festivals of the year. The equinox — which translates roughly in Latin to “equal night” — is when the sun sits vertically above the equator, making day and night equal across the planet. The Spring Equinox officially marks the beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. Nothing says spring like flowers! Celebrate the Spring Equinox by bringing some flowers into your home. Buy a bunch of cut flowers from your local market — daffodils and tulips should be in season now — or buy a little plant to keep in your window. Buying flowers for yourself is a happy and small indulgence.

News; birthdays/events; are you "fashionably late"?; word of the day. News; what bad table manners have you seen?; game: Teenage Mutant NinjaTturtles Day; do you "task mask" at work? News; game: saxaphone songs; best food cities in the world; mushrooms and beets are considered superfoods...but so is cricket flour...would you eat/use these products? News; game: songs with "hey" in them; do you eat in the shower? how about video calls in the tub? (weird things we do in the bathroom); goodbye/fun facts....National Let's Laugh Day on March 19th reminds us to add a little humor to our day. It's never good to be serious all the time and letting the laughter bubble up from time to time is good for all of us! We have all heard the saying, “Laughter is the best medicine.” This is the day to take your medicine. studies have shown that laughter may boost your immune system, relieve tension and help you relax. there are even classes called "laughter yoga" which engage the abdominal muscles, lungs, arms, and facial muscles. or watch videos of babies and people laughing.

News; birthdays/events; half of Americans don't know where this specific item is in the office, what's the item? find out...; word of the day. News; how close do you check your credit card statement? Ashley just got a surprise with her new 'same as cash' card (from the tire store); game: NHL hockey trivia; Buzzfeed list: popular beliefs in society that maybe we should revisit/revamp. News; once you get paid...how long until your paycheck is "mentally spent"?; game: brand mascots; if you didn't find/get any 4 leaf clovers yesterday...you might find some luck with some of these other 'good luck charms'. News; would you quit your job if you had to go back to work in the office full time? 74% of workers say they would!!; game: pyramid; goodbye/fun facts....national sloppy joe day...one of America's all-time favorite hot sandwiches. Its base ingredient is often ground beef. However, you can use turkey, chicken or buffalo. you can buy the sauce in a can...or make your own using onions, tomato sauce, brown sugar, bbq sauce and spices..then serve it up on a hamburger bun or roll. Be sure to grab more than one napkin! There are different claims to the origin of the sloppy Joe....but the one most people believe is from Havana, Cuba, in the 1930s, there was a genuine bartender who gained popularity with vacationers who went by the name of Sloppy Joe. He earned his name for his less than enthusiastic way of cleaning the bar.  He was, however, an attentive bartender...who served this delicious sandwich to american vacationers who brought the recipe back to america.

News; birthdays/events; St Patty's Day...fun things to do; word of the day. News; how do you handle it when you drive (as a passenger) with someone who drives really bad?; what the weirdest thing you've gone to urgent care for? Ashley has a 3 week old splinter; funny stories of famous people that don't get recognized...and one funny story of someone who did. News; game: quiz; game: feud; some of the best/most iconic riffs and song lyrics were improvised on the spot. News; if you are eating out...waiters are getting tired of these behaviors; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Ag Day recognizes and celebrates the abundance provided by agriculture across the United States. American agriculture plays a critical economic and food security role in our country. The role of American agriculture is greater than the food on our tables. Just about every product we touch involves a farmer....or farmworkers, ranchers, fishers, foresters.  Then to Farm co-ops, universities, 4-H clubs, agricultural associations, and FFA clubs. From the clothes on our backs to the fuel in our cars and the medicines we take. agriculture is all around us...so take a moment to appreciate what it takes to get the things we use and eat everyday.

News; birthdays/events; have you (or do you know anyone) who got ordained online to officiate a wedding?  LOTS of Hollywood actors/singers have!!; word of the day. News; do you take care of the outside of your house?; game: Are You As Smart As a 5th grader?; phrases used to manipulate people. News; remember 'smell-o-vision'? now there's e-taste; game: one second songs; what's your happiness range? News; do you check the expiration date on items in your medicine cabinet? maybe you should!; game: Password; goodbye/fun facts....International Ask a Question Day...which coincides with the birthday of the famous theoretical physicist, Albert Einstein! He was a frontrunner among the pioneers of asking questions. Einstein had a curious mind, which led him to ask important questions. Questions are a crucial part of learning and overall human development. Questions have led to many breakthrough discoveries. Questions also help with communication. when Latin Scholars wished to present a sentence as a question, they would place the word ‘questio' at the end of the sentence....so ask some questions today about things you'd really like to know more about.

News; birthdays/events; which musician would you pay to be an assistant for?; word of the day.  News; leg cramps in the middle of the night; greatest TV characters/performances of the 21st century (will give 5 of the top 10); game: fill in the famous movie quote. News; HR Pufnstuf and other bizarre shows; judicial terms we should all know (Buzzfeed list); game: Ken doll trivia. News; have you ever accidentally returned something to the wrong store?; game: general trivia; goodbye/fun facts.... National Coconut Torte Day. A torte is basically a form of cake without flour. It is a dense, multi-layered cake made with breadcrumb or groundnut base and layered with a heavy helping of cream, jam, buttercream, ganache, or fruit. the word ‘torte' is derived from a German word of the same spelling and pronunciation, which translates to ‘cake.' However, it has also been linked to the Italian word ‘tort,' which also stands for a round type of cake. The torte dessert is mainly a European confection....but despite their European origin, tortes are now eaten all over the world and the coconut is well-known for its nutrients, such as vitamin B6, zinc, calcium, phosphorus, and iron.

News; birthdays/events; game: what year was it?; word of the day. News; how much of a homebody are you?; game: mindtrap; Wallethub's 'happiest cities in America'...who made the list this time? News; have you heard of these "life laws" (i.e. Murphy's Law etc)?; game: speak out; spring break ideas. News; selfie 'near miss' stories; foods that used to be considered 'exotic' but now you can get all the time/anywhere; goodbye/fun facts....Spring is one week away...and March 12th is the day to participate in National Plant a Flower Day...dedicated to the planting of flowers and looking forward to the spring season. Flowers have changed the face of the earth, quite literally, ever since they made an appearance in the Cretaceous period over 145 million years ago. Thanks to insects and dinosaurs plowing their way across, flowers diversified rapidly. Across civilizations, flowers have retained certain myths and symbolism. Their fragility has come to represent everything from death to new life.  Take a trip down to your neighborhood florist or farmers' market. Take the opportunity to ask questions — which flowers are in season, how best to grow them.

News; birthdays/events; who do you think would make a great Bond?; word of the day. News; weird gift shops; patients don't like waiting in Dr. waiting rooms...but doctors don't like when their patients do this; game: outburst. News; we give our kids too much praise; do you think that what you wear can effect how you feel? game: fill in the 80's song or tv theme song...part 2. News; game: fill in the 80's song or tv theme song...part 3; most boring things in life list (a new american survey); goodbye/fun facts....world plumbing day...Without proper plumbing, all the human waste would remain in the cities and would not only render an area unhabitual. Plumbing is so important to the world that Albert Einstein is claimed to have declared that if he could do it all over again, he would become a plumber. Plumbing is, without a doubt, a vital component of every contemporary and developed city. It is critical because a town or cities plumbing must be chosen before any architectural plans are drawn. in 1596 For the Queen's house at Richmond Palace, John Harington invents the first flush toilet...in 1775 Alexander Cumming, a Scottish watchmaker and inventor, is the first Englishman to patent the flush toilet design, which is still in use today and served as a predecessor to the contemporary toilet. Plumbing is not as easy as it looks. Learn more about the profession and the effort it takes to ensure everything functions properly.

News; birthdays/events; are we "over holiday-ed"?; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; do you watch animal baby cams? News; Denmark will no longer deliver mail...what?!?!;  the game Monopoly is getting rid of this iconic character; will you ever admit defeat when you can't "fix it myself"!? News; game: calendar trivia; if you could time travel...would you go forward in time or back in time? goodbye/fun facts....National Pack Your Lunch Day...encourages everyone across the country to take their lunch to work, school, or wherever they're spending the day. there are lot of benefits to packing your own lunch...like savings. Many home-prepared lunches cost less than ordering off the take-out menu or eating out. Another benefit of making your own lunch is controlling portion sizes and ingredients. By adding fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to your lunches, they will be healthier, too. Mickey Mouse was the first licensed character to appear on a lunchbox in 1935.

News; birthdays/events; if the airlines change their bag policies...would you still fly?; word of the day. News; we like to brag about how much we save on vacations...what other kinds of deals do you brag about?; game: the office trivia game; songs you don't want to admit that "get you out of your funk". News; 3 words to live by; game: classic tv show theme songs; is there a doctor you haven't been to in many years? News; would you rather live in an rv or a sailboat?; game: word ladder; goodbye/fun facts....Sock Monkey Day...these stuffed toys are a blend of folk art and silliness. The most likely forerunners who are responsible for the sock monkey date are the Victorians. During that era, the demand for replica stuffed animals spread through Europe to North America and collided with the developing Arts and Crafts movement. In 1869, John Nelson got a patent for sock knitting machines and founded The Nelson Knitting Company in Rockford, Illinois. In 1890, the Red Heel Socks were introduced, and they were mostly worn by factory employees and farmers. A customer is said to have fashioned a Sock Monkey from a pair of Red Heel Socks and forwarded it to Nelson Knitting Mills in the 1930s....but a woman named Helen Cooke got a patent for sock monkeys in 1953. there's a sock monkey museum in rockford, illinois by the way.