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 American Graffiti comes rolling into theaters on this day in 1973

 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

Education and Information

NATIONAL CAD DAY is all about Computer Aided Design.  I remember sitting in drafting class using the T-Square and mechanical pencils.  It wasn’t long after that computers came into the class room followed by CAD software.  It does take away from some of the art in doing it by hand, but it is a whole lot easier and more efficient.

For Fun

Speaking of drawing, NATIONAL COLORING BOOK DAY brings out the inner child in all of us.  If you’ve a mind to, grab some crayons or colored pencils and have at it.  Nowadays, there are even apps on your phone to take you into a world of relaxing coloring.

NATIONAL SUMMIT DAY and NATIONAL DISC GOLF DAY are both designed to get you outside. It is the day to conquer your summit.  That may not be a mountain peak, but it could be that hill in your neighborhood that gives a little challenge.  Just like the little engine that could – you can do it.  Get to the top of your Everest and enjoy the view.  Playing disc golf is just fun and good exercise.  All you need is a disc (do not call it a frisbee) to go hit the course.  Oh yeah, unlike your country clubs, it’s free to play this golf.

Belly up to the Bar

Now, if you are thirsty after all of that, MEAD DAY will take care of you.  Hoist a glass to one of the oldest fermented drinks out there.  Made from honey, water and yeast, this basic brew will take on the flavor of any herb, fruits or blossoms that get added. 

On Today’s Menu…

NATIONAL JAMAICAN PATTY DAY celebrates the stuffed pastry that comes to us from…yep, you guessed it…Jamaica.  Seasoned beef, chicken, pork or vegetables are the usual ingredients that make up these savory pocket sandwiches.  I will take just a little spice with mine please.

NATIONAL MUSTARD DAY spreads the flavor as it would go great with Jamaican Patty Day.  This condiment adds a little zip to your dogs, sandwiches, pretzels or whatever else you like to put it on.  If you are a lover of all things mustard – there is a Mustard Museum in Middleton Wisconsin.

Our  dessert of the day is a cool treat.  ICE CREAM SANDWICH DAY is the perfect remedy for a sweltering summer day.

Sneak Peek at Tomorrow’s Events and Celebrations

Cloves Syndrome Awareness Day

National Watermelon Day

Grab Some Nuts Day

Clean Your Floors Day

National Sisters Day

American Family Day

National Friendship Day

Psychic Day

On This Day

1610 – Henry Hudson sails up his river and into his bay

1776 – The formal signing of the Declaration of Independence occurs

1819 – Frenchman Louis-Charles Guille is the first to go skydiving.  He ascended in a hot air balloon and then cut the basket away – sounds like the hard way to do it.

1865 – Lewis Carroll gives us Alice in Wonderland

1909 – The first Lincoln penny is issued

1961 – The Cavern Club hosts the Beatles first gig as a house band

1973 – American Graffiti rolls into theaters – like a blonde in a white Thunderbird

1990 – President George H. Bush sends troops over to Saudi Arabia marking the beginning of the Gulf War

2017 – Bitcoin comes onto the market

Happy Birthday to…

Most Awesome God, thank You for who You are.  May those who suffer from depression be healed from this affliction and may Your light shine in their lives.  Thank You for this beautiful day and I pray 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

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Happy Birthday to #PierreLEnfant #FredericBartholdi #MyrnaLoy #JamesBaldwin #PeterOToole #WesCraven #VictoriaJackson #LindaFratianne