On this day in 1867, we buy Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million ($0.42 an acre)
Awareness Spotlight shines on…
NATIONAL SPEAK UP FOR VICITMS OF SEXUAL ABUSE DAY addresses the silence that often accompanies this heinous crime. All too often, these cases go by without anything being said. If you have been abused, it is not your fault, and the perpetrator needs to be held accountable for their actions. I also know that is easier said than done. Call 800-656-HOPE (4673) and you will be connected with a local RAINN (Rape Abuse and Incest National Network) organization that is close by or go to RAINN.org.
NATIONAL MAMMOGRAPHY DAY lets us know that early detection is the best defense against breast cancer. Ladies, please keep your yearly screenings up to date.
Today’s Fashion Trends
INTERNATIONAL LEGGING DAY comes just in time for the colder months. Fun, colorful, functional and stylish, these leg warmers will make you look good and keep the chill out.
NATIONAL NECKTIE DAY wants us to dress up a bit. This accessory can definitely put a little class in the act. Of course, if all you wear are t-shirts, it may look a little silly.
For Fun
NATIONAL NO BEARD DAY is for those who like the close shave and smooth skin. If that’s your thing, celebrate it – not shaving mine – nope – uh-uh.
On Today’s Menu…
NATIONAL MASHED POTATO DAY better come with gravy – just sayin’.
Our dessert of the day just pops right into your mouth. CHOCOLATE CUPCAKE DAY brings the smooth taste of chocolate in a couple of bites. Bake up a batch and share them with your special people.
Sneak Peek at Tomorrow’s Events and Celebrations
National Sweetest Day
National Fetch Day
Whole Hog BBQ Day
Seafood Bisque Day
National New Friends Day
National Bridge Day
On this day…
1648 – The Boston Shoemakers form the first labor union in North America
1851 – Herman Melville publishes The Whale – which would later be known as Moby Dick
1867 – The purchase of Alaska by the U.S., from Russia, is approved
1922 – The British Broadcasting Company (BBC) is established
1929 – Women are considered “persons” under Canadian Law
1963 – France launches the first cat into space – Felicette spent 15 minutes in space before returning to Earth
1972 – The Clean Water Act becomes law
Happy Birthday to…
Chuck Berry (1926-2017) The Father of Rock-n-Roll with hits like Maybelline and Johnny B. Goode
Dawn Wells (1938-2020)
Forever known as Mary Ann on Gilligan’s Island
Mike Ditka (1939- )
da coach of da beers – after leading his Chicago Bears to a Super Bowl win, he was inducted into the football hall of fame
Martina Navratilova (1956 -)
Between Wimbledon, the U.S. Open, the Australian Open and the French Open, she won 167 titles in her career – more than any other person in tennis history
Jean Claude Van Damme (1960- )
The “muscles from Brussels” moves aren’t just for the camera – he has won 44 karate competitions
Lindsey Vonn (1984- )
This skier slalomed her way into 3 Olympic medals and 8 World Championship Medals
Zac Efron (1987-)
From starting off with Disney in High School Musical, to hanging out with the Rock on Baywatch, to performing in the circus on The Greatest Showman to playing serial killer Ted Bundy – this youngster has shown quite the range and talent
Heavenly Father, please care for those who have suffered abuse at the hands of others. This should never happen, but it does. Let these survivors know that it’s ok to speak up, to stand up and to make their voice heard. Let them know they matter and that they are loved. I ask this in your name, 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
#SpeakUpforVictimsofSexualAbuseDay #NationalMammographyDay #ChocolateCupcakeDay #NationalNoBear Day #InternationalLegginsDay #NationalNecktieDay #MashedPotatoDay #Enjoythedayandmakeityourown
Happy Birthday to #ChuckBerry, #DawnWells, #MikeDitka, #MrtinaNavratilova, #JeanClaudeVanDamme, #lindseyVonn, #ZacEfron
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