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Construction of the Golden Gate Bridge begins on this day in 1933
Religious Holidays
TWELFTH NIGHT was first celebrated in the 4th century to commemorate the birth of Christ and to mark the beginning of Epiphany – a sacred season held with festivities that also mark the coming of the Wise Men. It is said that if you wait until the Twelfth Night to take down your decorations, it will bring good luck.
A Tip of the Hat Goes to…
NATIONAL SCREENWRITERS’ DAY gives a big thank you to the folks who make all of our shows and movies possible. Without them, actors wouldn’t know what to say and directors wouldn’t have any…well…direction. Keep typing those stories, we appreciate you very much.
Our Feathered Friends
NATIONAL BIRD DAY takes flight as we give these graceful creatures some admiration. Go outside and see how many you can identify. Today also gives special attention to the efforts that are underway to preserve habitats and protect those species that are on the endangered list.
Education and Information
NATIONAL KETO DAY is one way to lose some weight. By getting rid of most carbs and dining on healthy fats (avocados, eggs, meats, nuts) as well as some low carb veggies (broccoli, asparagus, green peppers) your body will burn off the excess sugar and start burning fat. This is a really good diet for diabetics as it helps with glucose control. Go to this link if you want more information.
For Fun
TAKE DOWN YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE DAY reminds us that it’s time to move on. That tree gave us a lot of cheer as we would look on its decorations and lights, but now, Christmas is over, and we embrace the rest of winter. Give your Tannenbaum a worthy burial, wood chipping or even a re-boxing until next year. Just don’t burn it indoors. Pine smells nice but its resin burns harshly and will gum up your fireplace.
On Today’s Menu…
WHIPPED CREAM DAY represents the crème de la crème of dessert toppings. Where would our pumpkin pies, sundaes and foo-foo coffee drinks be without it? This day was picked to celebrate it as it is also the birthday of Aaron Bunny Lapin – the guy who invented Reddi-Wip.
Sneak Peek at Tomorrow’s Events and Celebrations
Epiphany
Theophany
National Shortbread Day
Technology Day
National Bean Day
National Cuddle Up Day
On this day…
1858 – Ezra J. Warner receives the patent for the can opener
1914 – Henry Ford takes care of his workers by creating an 8-hour workday and giving them a $5 daily minimum wage
1925 – Nellie Ross becomes Wyoming’s 14th governor and the first female to govern any state
1933 – Construction begins on the Golden Gate Bridge
1953 – Waiting for Godot is staged for the first time – in Paris
1980 – Sugarhill Gang’s Rappers Delight becomes the first hip-hop single to break into Billboard’s Top 40
Happy Birthday to…
King C. Gillette (1855-1932)
He knew a little something about shaving
Jeanette Piccard (1895-1981)
She was the first woman licensed to pilot a balloon in the United States
Kemmons Wilson (1913-2003)
Brought us Holiday Inn
Aaron Bunny Lapin (1914-1999)
Came up with Reddi-Wip – whipped cream in a can – and is the reason for Whipped Cream Day
Sam Phillips (1923-2003)
He founded Sun Records and produced music for the likes of Elvis, Johnny Cash and Roy Orbison
Robert Duvall (1931- )
His love for the smell of napalm in the morning has garnered him Oscars, Emmys and Golden Globes. In addition to Apocalypse Now (1979), he will always be remembered in The Godfather movies (1972-74), Lonesome Dove (1989) and The Great Santini (1979)
Diane Keaton (1946- )
This Oscar and Golden Globe winning actress has starred in such hits as Sleeper (1973), Annie Hall (1977) and Play it Again Sam (1972)
Bradley Cooper (1975- )
From The Hangover (2009) to Silver Linings Playbook (2012) to Limitless (2011) to Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) to the remake of A Star is Born (2018) – this guy does his thing with style
Dear Heavenly Father, I can’t thank you enough for the wonderful family and friends that I have been blessed with. May you watch over them, keep them safe and continue to bless them. 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
#NationalBirdDay #NationalScreenwritersDay #WhippedCreamDay #NationalKetoDay #TwelfthNight #TakeDownYourChristmasTreeDay #Enjoythedayandmakeityourown
Happy Birthday to #KingGillette #JeanettePiccard #KemmonsWilson #AAronBunnyLapin #SamPhilllips #RobertDuvall #DianeKeaton #BradleyCooper
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