I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, One nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
Religious Holidays
Holy Wednesday or SPY WEDNESDAY observes the traitorous scheme of Judas Iscariot to betray Christ. “Then one of the twelve – the one called Judas Iscariot – went to the chief priest and asked, ‘What are you willing to give me if I deliver him over to you?’ So, they counted out thirty pieces of silver. From then on Judas watched for an opportunity to hand him over.” Matthew 26:14-16. While the crowds loved Jesus, the leading religious folks did not and were always looking for a way to trip him up or even outright kill him. When Judas made his offer, they jumped at the chance.
A Tip of the Hat Goes to…
INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL SCIENCE LIAISON DAY is more than just a mouthful. It gives a shout out to those individuals with the medical expertise to advise their fellow colleagues on the scientific aspects of their business. They make sure that the drugs and processes work effectively, and we thank you for what you do.
Our Fishy Friends
MANATEE APPRECIATION DAY shows some love for these gentle giants. Weighing up to 1,300 lbs., their diet consist of mostly seagrass. They have no natural enemies – except humans. Between the poaching and the polluted habitats, they are on the endangered species list. We put them on that list, we can take them off. Let’s do better about keeping their environment clean.
For Fun
This iconic toy started off as a toolbox. Antonio Pasin was a carpenter who would pull his tools around in a cart. People loved the cart so much he started making and selling them. His company grew, changed names a few times and became Radio Flyer. LITTLE RED WAGON DAY salutes the toy that lasts so long it can get passed down from generation to generation, has an endless list of purposes and has fueled many an imagination.
NATIONAL SCRIBBLE DAY is here to show us that anyone can be an artist. Created as a way to encourage children to show their artistic side, I would say this is open for anyone who just wants to scribble.
Belly up to the Bar
INTERNATIONAL WHISKEY DAY calls for a round. Celebrated on the birthday of Michael James Jackson, a prolific writer on the subject, pour a glass of your favorite “water of life”. Here’s to your health.
On Today’s Menu…
NATIONAL SPANISH PAELLA DAY comes all the way from…yep, you guessed it, Spain. This consists of a dish of rice that has been roasted over a fire with saffron and olive oil added to it, as well as just about anything else you want to put in it. There are no limits to how you can prepare this national dish of Spain, but you have to start with the rice.
Sneak Peek at Tomorrow’s Events and Celebrations
Maundy Thursday
National Triglycerides Day
Black Forest Cake Day
Major League Baseball Opening Day
Weed Appreciation Day
National Something on a stick Day
On this day…
1884 – The first long distance call is made – from Boston to New York
1910 – The first Cherry Blossom trees are planted in Washington DC, along the Potomac
1939 – The University of Oregon beats Ohio State 46-33 to win the first March Madness college basketball tournament
1944 – The Coca-Cola trademark is officially registered
1952 – Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds get wet when Singin’ in the Rain premiers
1969 – Mariner 7 is launched to study Mars
1975 – Construction begins on the 800-mile Alaskan pipeline
1998 – The FDA approves the use of that little blue pill – Viagra
Happy Birthday to…
Henry Royce (1863-1933)
This industrialist co-founded Rolls Royce Motor Cars Ltd.
Patty Hill (1868-1946)
Song composer for kids, she and her sister wrote Good Morning to All – otherwise known as Happy Birthday
Effa Manley (1897-1981)
Part owner of the Brooklyn Eagles that played in the Negro League,, she grew this into a successful business and would host Anti-Lynching Days at the games
Cale Yarborough (1939- )
He raced his way to the checkered flag three years in a row at the Daytona 500 and was inducted into the International Motor Sports Hall of Fame
Michael James Jackson (1942-2007)
He knew his whiskey and even devised a rating system to tell the good stuff from the bad
Quentin Tarantino (1963- )
Oscar winning director who, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, gave us 10 films that are uniquely his
Mariah Carey (1970- )
Talented singer-songwriter – All she wants for Christmas – is you
Dearest awesome God, may You touch the hearts of those who feel lonely and depressed. May they feel Your loving presence and know that they matter and are cared for. I ask this in the powerful name of Jesus, Amen.
Enjoy the day and make it your own
Thank you to National Day Calendar; National Today; History.com; Britannica.com; Wikipedia; on this day.com
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Happy Birthday to #HenryRoyce, #PattyHill, #EffaManley, #CaleYarborough, #MichaelJamesJackson, #QuentinTaramtino, #MariahCarey
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