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The year – 1986 – The movie – Top Gun – We definitley felt the need for speed

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.  John 3:16

It’s a good day to celebrate

It’s a busy day – so let’s start off with NATIONAL MIMOSA DAY.  No better breakfast than waffles, bacon, orange juice and champagne.  Any orange juice will do as well as any champagne, no need to get too fancy.  

After the dishes are finished step outside and embrace nature with NATIONAL LOVE A TREE DAY.  Appreciating these majestic wonders that provide us with oxygen is not hard to do.  If you want to go as far as hugging a tree, for today, it’s ok.

  Maybe find a shady spot, grab a book, and celebrate NATIONAL BIOGRAPHER’S DAY.  Whether it’s an autobiography or a well-respected person’s story, pick a good one and enjoy it. 

 NATIONAL DO SOMETHING GOOD FOR YOUR NEIGHBOR DAY may bring out the best in us as well as improve community relations. 

 One way to do this is to celebrate NATIONAL BARBECUE DAY.  Nothing brings people together like the smell of that smoke, the tangy taste and the all-around good vibes that only come from the grill.

If the outdoorsy grillin’ thing is not for you, opt for the fancier choice with NATIONAL COQUILLES SAINT JACQUES DAY.  Scallops covered in bread crumbs and cheese, simmered in a wine sauce along with mushrooms and cream will take dinner to the next level. 

 If you are so inclined, head out after dinner, hit the mall or your local tattoo parlor and celebrate NATIONAL PIERCING DAY.  With the huge variety of jewelry and plenty of places to stick them, there are plenty of ways for the piercing enthusiast to celebrate.  

A Tip of the Hat Goes to…

In 1834, National Road, the first Federally funded road, was completed and it ran from Eastern Maryland to the Mississippi.  NATIONAL DEFENSE TRANSPORTION DAY is actually a federal observance day that reminds us how important our transportation systems are.  The Transcontinental Railroad was completed not long after National Road, and that was followed by air travel.  We have so many ways to get around and it is thanks to the great many people who make this happen.  Remember, that construction you are complaining about now will make for a much nicer road when it is finished.

NASCAR DAY comes roaring around the corner.  Can you imagine being strapped behind an 800-horsepower engine going 200 m.p.h. around a track for hours at a time? Just thinking about it makes you want to grunt like Tim Allen.  These men and women (yes, women drivers, don’t say that disrespectively to Danica Patrick) have been racing since 1948 and this has grown to become one of the largest spectator sports.  But today is about more than the cars and the drivers – it’s also about the kids.  NASCAR Day was started to support the NASCAR Foundation which is about keeping kids healthy and treating them when they are not.  This has given rise to racing themed Speediatrics care units in some of the Florida Hospitals. Thank you for caring.

Our Furry Friends

“Gone the way of the dodo”, is a saying that shouldn’t be in existence – like so many animals have become.  NATIONAL ENDANGERED SPECIES DAY reminds us to care for our planet and all of its inhabitants.  I believe people are to be cared for first, but after that, we do have a responsibility to the environment around us.  We can start by not destroying, not damaging and being aware of what our presence does.  This is followed with doing our part to see that all of nature has a chance to flourish and grow.

For Fun

NATIONAL BIKE TO WORK DAY is one way to decrease our carbon footprint.  If it is possible to do, make sure and be safe about it.  Wear your helmet, possibly some reflective clothing and watch out for traffic.  We all get the meaning; however, “bike” is not specified and that could very well mean the motorized kind – “Head out on the highway…”

On Today’s Menu…

It’s Friday, which means it’s the weekend and what better way to celebrate than with NATIONAL PIZZA PARTY DAY.  Gather your friends and family, order your favorite pies, and just enjoy the occasion.  Just so you know, I am not too picky – just no anchovies

Last but not Least

Now we come to the end of the day when it’s time to relax.  What better way than to gaze into the aquarium and admire NATIONAL SEAMONKEY DAY.  Yep, the same entertaining, seemingly live, sea monkeys sold in the back of comic books actually have a day.  You would buy the eggs, watch them hatch and then they would bob up and down in the water.  Sea monkeys actually made it into space with John Glenn aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery.  That’s it for the day and I thank you for joining me. May all of you have a wonderful evening.

Sneak Peek at Tomorrow’s Events and Celebrations

Armed Forces Day

Graduation Tassel Day

Learn to Swim Day

Pack Rat Day

Walnut Day

Cherry Cobbler Day

On this day…

1866 – Congress passes legislation to mint a 5-cent coin – replacing the 5-cent paper money

1929 – The first Academy Awards ceremony is held in Los Angeles

1985 – A hole in the ozone is discovered

1986 – Top Gun soars into theaters

1988 – The Surgeon General reports that nicotine in tobacco is addictive – as much as cocaine and heroin

2014 – Barbara Walters signs off for the last time

Happy Birthday to…

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for all of the beauty in this world.  May You continue to watch over, love and bless these good people.  Thank You 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 #ElizabethPeabody #HenryFonda #Liberace #PierceBrosnan #OlgaKorbut #JanetJackson