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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.
You are at a game – you hear the first notes – you automatically rise and put your hand over your heart as we honor NATIONAL ANTHEM DAY. This patriotic song describing the heroic effort to keep our flag flying through extreme circumstances officially became our National Anthem when President Hoover declared it so in 1931. The year was 1814, the enemy – the British, and Francis Scott Key was straining his eyesight the next morning, after Fort McHenry withstood over 1500 cannonball bursts all night, to see if the Stars and Stripes were still flying. They were, and Francis was so moved that he used that inspiring sight to write the Star-Spangled Banner.
Military Honors
HAPPY BRITHDAY to the Unites States Navy Reserve. Established on this day in 1915, this awesome branch made up 84% of our Naval forces in WWII and has fought in Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf War, and in Bosnia and Kosovo. For all of our heroes in the Navy Reserve, Happy Birthday and here is a big salute.
Religious Holidays
SHROVE MONDAY occurs on the Monday before Ash Wednesday and is characterized by parades and festivals. This is another event to “let loose” before the season of lent and often involves people dressing up as local and international figures to satirize them.
Family and Friends
NATIONAL I WANT YOU TO BE HAPPY DAY promotes a positive outlook on life and looks to put others first. It is easy to put a smile on your face when everything is going right, but how about when it seems as if the day is out to get you? That is when you have to double down, tell yourself that other people and circumstances will not define your attitude and give the world a smile – instead of the middle finger. I know, sometimes the latter seems to be the only appropriate gesture, but hopefully, you don’t have to resort to it too much. Our next event could also help with putting a smile on your face.
Belly up to the Bar
Even though Spring is right around the corner, March will offer plenty of chilly nights to celebrate NATIONAL MULLED WINE DAY. Heat things up with this spiced red wine that can have fruit, raisins, honey, anise or any other various spices added to it – after it has been warmed to a toasty temperature. A glass or two of this and I guarantee you will be happy.
Going international on these – MOSCOW MULE DAY is made up of vodka, lime and ginger beer all served in a copper mug, while INTERNATIONAL IRISH WHISKEY DAY can be served over rocks, neat, or as part of a cocktail.
On Today’s Menu…
Soup Sisters founded NATIONAL SOUP IT FORWARD DAY as a way to bring people together through hot delicious soup. Make a big pot of your favorite soup, stew, chili or chowder and take it to someone in need or invite family and friends over for a soul soothing time. If anyone is making chili, give me a call please.
Ok, all of you sandwich savants and Dagwood deli dalliers, let’s celebrate NATIONAL COLD CUTS DAY. Salami, ham, bologna, turkey, pastrami and even Braun Schweiger are all on the menu today. Pick out your favorite bread, cheeses, condiments and veggies to go with them and you are set with a true work of art.
Sneak Peek at Tomorrow’s Events and Celebrations
Fat Tuesday
Hug a GI Day
National Son’s Day
Sportmanship Day
Pound Cake Day
Marching Music Day
National Grammar Day
National Snack Day
Global Obesity Day
On this day…
1820 – The Missouri Compromise is passed by congress which keeps a balance between Free and Slave states – This would come to an end with the Civil War
1879 – Belva Lockwood becomes the first woman to appear before the Supreme Court
1915 – The U.S. Navy Reserve is established
1923 – The first issue of Time Magazine hits the newsstand
1931 – President Hoover makes the “Star Spangles Banner” our National Anthem
1973 – The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is established
1985 – Moonlighting – with Cybill Shepherd and Bruce Willis premieres on ABC
1991 – The beating of Rodney King by LA police is captured on video and would later lead to riots
2005 – Steve Fossett safely returns after making the first solo non-stop balloon flight trip around the globe – without refueling
Happy Birthday to…
George Pullman (1831-1897)
He made traveling by train a luxurious experience
Chief Joseph (1840-1904)
Born Hin-mah-too-ya-lat-kekt or Thunder Rolling Down the Mountain. He became Chief of the Nez Perce in 1871 and led his people against the Federal Government in a month’s long resistance. This did end in failure but not before he earned the respect of friend and foe alike.
Alexander Graham Bell (1847-1922)
Made the first phone call – to Mr. Watson
Jean Harlowe (1911-1937)
This original Hollywood Bombshell (1933), brought more than just her looks to the big screen – as evidenced in Red Dust (1932) and Dinner at Eight (1933). Tragically, she passed away at the age of 26 due to uremic poisoning.
James Doohan (1920-2005)
As Lieutenant Commander Scotty on Star Trek he was always beaming them up and getting the most out of the ship’s engines
Patricia MacLachlan (1938-2022)
Award-winning children’s author – Sarah, Plain and Tall is her big one
Hershel Walker (1962- )
Rushed 13,787 yards in his career as a running back
Jackie Joyner-Kersee (1962- )
This gal is truly amazing. Hailing from East Saint Louis, she racked up 6 Olympic Medals in her track and field career – three of which were gold. Associate Press named her Female Athlete of the Year and Sports Illustrated for Women named her the Greatest Female Athlete of All Time. Today she donates her time encouraging young people to pursue athletics and academics. Oh yeah, she had to overcome severe asthma to do this – can you tell I’m a fan.
Julie Bowen (1970- )
You know her as Claire Dunphy on Modern Family
Dearest Heavenly Father, who is and who was and who is to come. We ask for Your Holy Spirit to blanket our country and cover it with peace, unity and a willingness to follow You. Thank You Lord and I ask this in the loving 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 #GeorgePullman #ChiefJoseph #AlexanderGrahamBell #JeanHarlowe #JamesDoohan #PatriciaMacLachlan #HershelWalker #JackieJonerKersee #JulieBowen
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