Teddy Bear Day
Today is Teddy Bear Day. A Teddy Bear is a special friend to children all over the world. He’s cuddly. He makes you feel secure in an otherwise insecure world. He’s lovable. Your Teddy Bear is both a companion and a comforter. And, he’s not afraid of the dark. He’ll keep you safe.
Spend the day and night with your teddy bear . Cuddle up to him. Talk to him. And, do all of your favourite things together.
Parents and adults: No child should grow up without a teddy bear. If you know of any kid without one, use this day to buy a teddy bear for them.
As we become adults, some find it difficult to give up our teddy bears. We feel there is no reason to give him up. Some adults have their teddy bears around all their lives. Its perfectly normal….and okay.
Have a happy Teddy Bear Day!
National Grandparent’s Day
It is only right and fitting that one day of the year is set aside to honor our grandparents. It is time to celebrate those special people who are always there with a hug, a kiss, a cookie, something special, or take us somewhere.
National Grandparent’s Day originated in 1978. Then President Jimmy Carter declared it to be the first Sunday after Labour Day.
If you can, enjoy the day with them. That is the greatest gift they can receive from you. If you can’t see them, call them. When you call, make sure you have the time for a long conversation. Remember, grandparents will always ask about you first and listen intently to everything you have to say. They are never rushed or in a hurry. They are there just for you. Cherish them while they are still here!
Neither Rain Nor Snow Day
Today is Neither Rain Nor Snow Day. Right now, we bet you’re thinking “this special day is about a tranquil weather day with neither rain nor snow” ….wrong.
Here’s the real scoop on this special day:
Neither Rain Nor Snow Day celebrates the opening of the New York Post Office building on this day in 1914.
This following inscription was inscribed on the building:
“Neither snow nor rain not heat nor gloom of night, stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.”
Here is the second misconception: A lot of people assume the inscription represents the Post Office motto. This assumption is incorrect. But, this inscription is very close to the old Pony Express rider’s motto. Which leads to a third misconception.. ……The Pony Express was not a government funded predecessor to today’s Post Office. The Pony Express was a courier and message delivery service. However, it was privately owned and funded.
Now that we have the history and trivia out of the way, let’s go and enjoy the day. We hope you use Neither Rain Nor Snow Day to show your appreciation to your postal delivery people, especially those who walk their routes.
Fight Procrastination Day
Fight Procrastination Day is today. It’s a day to get things done, a call to action….a good follow-up to yesterday’s Be Late For Something Day.
To many people, procrastination is a way of life. The more difficult the action or decision, the easier it is to join the league of procrastinators. As a procrastinator, you are in very good company. You can even become a card carrying member of a Procrastinator’s club.
Today is a day to fight procrastination. Make a decision. Take action. Do it now. Do it today. It may be hard to do. But, you will be glad you did.
Now, all you have to do is stop procrastinating and decide to fight procrastination…today!
Theme of the Day: ” Never put of until tomorrow, what you can do today!” … Mark Twain
Have a very happy Fight Procrastination Day!
Be Late For Something Day
Today’s Obscure Holiday is Be Late For Something Day…. a great day to be a procrastinator. If you are among the millions of us who never seem to be able to stay on schedule, then you will certainly enjoy today.
Being late for something is a common occurrence. It’s caused by a whole host of reasons. Some are intentional, some are not. Fall behind schedule early in the day today, and you will be late for everything that follows. Doctors and lawyers are notoriously late for something….their appointment with you! It’s proper to be “fashionably late” for parties.
Important Note: We hope you thoroughly enjoy and participate in this day. But, whatever you do, don’t’ be late for your yoga class! lol
It is easy and natural to enjoy this special day. All you have to do is be late for something. That’s easy for procrastinators. And, perhaps it’s easy for you!
Newspaper Carrier Day
Newspaper Carrier Day is celebrated on September 4th.
International Newspaper Carrier Day is observed on varying dates, and is established by the Newspaper Association of America. Future dates: October 19, 2013, October 18, 2014.
Newspaper Carrier Day honors everyone who is now, or once was, a newspaper carrier. The list includes thousands, if not millions, of people. Years ago, this job was primarily populated by kids, from pre-teen through approximately sixteen. At that age, many, but not all, kids moved to restaurant, grocery store and retail type of jobs.
About Newspaper Carrier Day:
This day commemorates the hiring of the very first newspaper carrier. Newspaper carriers date back to the early 1800s. On September 10, 1833, 10 year old Barney Flaherty became the first newspaper carrier. Benjamin Day, publisher of The New York Sun, hired Barney Flaherty to sell papers for his penny press. The only job requirement, was that he had to show that he could throw a newspaper into the bushes.
Now, few kids deliver papers anymore except in small towns. But, the “Carrier Day” tradition lives. This job is now largely held by adults, many of them delivering the paper from their cars.
Happy Newspaper Carrier Day!
Skyscraper Day
Skyscraper Day is a day to appreciate and admire the world’s tallest skyscrapers.
Skyscrapers are truly engineering and architectural marvels. In many crowded cities, space is in short supply, and real estate prices are ever increasing. Building “up” becomes more and more logical. As technical capabilities in construction improved, skyscrapers have become taller and taller. In addition, there is a certain prestige to have one of the tallest structures in the world in your city.
|
Building |
Country |
Height(Feet) |
Year Built |
|
| 1. |
Taipei 101 |
Taipei, Taiwan |
1,671 |
2004 |
| 2. |
Petronas Tower 1 |
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
1,483 |
1998 |
| 3. | Petronas Tower 2 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | 1,483 | 1998 |
| 4. |
Sears Tower |
Chicago, Il |
1,451 |
1974 |
| 5. |
Jin Mao Building |
Shanghai, China |
1,381 |
1999 |
| 6. |
Two International Finance |
Hong Kong, China |
1,362 |
2003 |
| 7. |
CITIC Plaza |
Guangzhou, China |
1,283 |
1996 |
| 8. |
Shun Hing Square |
Shenzhen, China |
1,260 |
1996 |
| 9. |
Empire State Building |
New York, New York |
1,250 |
1931 |
| 10. |
Central Plaza |
Hong Kong, China |
1,227 |
1992 |
Have a very happy Skyscraper Day.
National Beheading Day
WARNING: Heads will roll!
National Beheading Day is today. Hold onto your hat. And, make certain to keep your head screwed on tight.
Every once in a while, we happen upon a special day that has no apparent rhyme or reasoning. We can’t imagine why someone would create this day. It defies logic. But, National Beheading Day is very prolific on the net. So, therefore, it warrants a few (very few) words.
Throughout history, beheadings have occurred. The list is long, including commoners and Kings. The most notable king to be beheaded was Charles I of England in 1645.
While this is a big day, don’t go crazy and lose your head. In addition to protecting your neck, we suggest you spend this day reading about famous beheadings.
Emma M. Nutt Day
Emma M. Nutt Day celebrates the first woman telephone operator in America.
Emma Nutt became the first woman telephone operator on September 1, 1878. She loved the job, and worked at it for 33 years.
This special day celebrates the world of telephone operators. It was a very important job for many decades. Today, the position has been eliminated being replaced by automation in telephone systems.
A little side note about Emma: According to Emma, she was “very thankful that my first name was not Imma”.
National Trail Mix Day
National Trail Mix Day features a high energy, tasty treat for the trail or snacks. You can buy packages of trail mix at a store. Or, you can make up your own, using the ingredients you like best.
When you head out to a campout, a hike or to go biking, take the Trail Mix along with you. It provides the extra energy boost to keep you from tiring along the way, and allows you to reach your destination full of pep. Don’t limit trail mix to the trail. It is also good at campouts.
Here is a fun way that the Boy Scouts make Trail Mix:
Ask each hiker or camper to bring a box or bag of their favourite cereal, nuts, pretzels, raisins, dried fruit, M&Ms, etc. For younger hikers or new members of the group, it’s best to provide them with a list of the types of food that can go into trail mix. That way, the inexperienced hiker won’t bring something that can not be easily carried. At the campout or before the hike, bring the group together and mix all the food in a big, big bowl. Put the mix into sealable baggies and pass them out to each hiker.
Tips: When making your own trail mix, avoid messy items that leave your hands sticky. Also avoid too many salty items. For example, unsalted nuts are better than salted ones.
Happy trails to you!