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Muhammed Ali and Joe Frazier square off against each other on this day in 1975 in The Thrilla from Manilla
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
A Tip of the Hat Goes to…
WORLD VEGETARIAN DAY leaves the meat off the table. If you choose this dietary lifestyle, good for you, it’s healthy and can be tasty. I just love my animal flesh too much to try it.
Awareness Spotlight shines on…
Need your morning cup of joe? How about celebrating COFFEE WITH A COP DAY? What better way to get to know the folks who have sworn to serve and protect us and to give them a proper thanks.
Our Furry Friends
NATIONAL FIRE PUP DAY and NATIONAL BLACK DOG DAY give a big tail wag to some special dogs. Dalmatians have been the fire pup of choice since the 1700’s and black dogs are, well…black dogs – and not just a song by Led Zeppelin.
Today’s Fashion Trends
NATIONAL HAIR DAY recognizes all that has to do with our locks and tresses. From the people who take care of it to all of the care products, hair dryers, curling irons and such, this day appreciates hair.
On Today’s Menu…
Tis the season for everything to be pumpkin flavored and NATIONAL PUMPKIN SPICE DAY fits right in. Not too big on the pumpkin spiced coffees but I do like a good pumpkin spice ale.
Let’s dig into those orange gourds and celebrate NATIONAL PUMPKIN SEED DAY. Full of vitamins these babies have more protein than a hard-boiled egg. Dig ‘em out, rinse them off and bake.
HOMEMADE COOKIES DAY sends out a wonderful aroma. Bake up a batch of your favorites and share them…with me. 😊
Sneak Peek at Tomorrow’s Events and Celebrations
Yom Kippur
Guardian Angels Day
Custodian Workers Appreciation Day
Smarties Day
Name Your Car Day
Fried Scallops Day
On this day…
1890 – Yosemite is established as a national park
1903 – The first World Series game is played – The Pittsburgh Pirates win the game but lose the series to the Boston Americans
1908 – Ford starts selling its Model Ts for $825
1958 – NASA is created
1961 – Roger Maris hits his 61st home run in a single season breaking Babe Ruth’s record.
1962 – Johnny Carson starts his reign as king of late-night television when he starts hosting The Tonight Show
1971 – Walt Disney World Resort and its Magic Kingdom welcome the public
1975 – After 14 rounds, Muhammad Ali defeats Joe Frazier at the “Thrilla in Manilla”
1977 – The U.S. Department of Energy is created
1982 – The first CD player is introduced
Happy Birthday to…
Caroline Harrison (1832-1892)
She was our 24th First Lady and the first president of the Daughters of the American Revolution
Esther Boise Van Deman (1862-1937)
The first woman to specialize in Roman archeology and a University of Michigan graduate
William E. Boeing (1881-1956)
Looked to the skies and founded the Boeing Company
Walter Matthau (1920-2000)
This grumpy old man gave us several lifetimes of entertainment
James “Jimmy” Carter (1924-2024)
Our 39th president who won a Nobel Peace Prize and was not afraid to get his hands dirty swinging a hammer for Habitat for Humanity
William Rehnquist (1924-2005)
Our 16th Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court
Julie Andrews (1935- )
Winning both Academy and Grammy awards speaks to her singing and acting abilities. Eliza Doolittle, Mary Poppins and Maria, all gave her a wholesome image which she was able to branch out from with the help of her husband Blake Edwards
Brie Larson (1989- )
Golden Globe and Academy Award winning actress who can play any role from a kidnap victim – Room (2015) – to a superhero who saves the universe – Captain Marvel (2019)
LORD, we just thank You for who You are and pray for unity among our families, brethren and country. Thank You Jesus, Amen.
Enjoy the day and make it your own
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Thank you to National Day Calendar; National Today; History.com; Britannica.com; Wikipedia; on this day.com
#CoffeeWithACopDay #WorldvegetarianDay #FirePupDay #HomemadeCookiesDay #BlackDogDay #PumpkinSpiceDay #PumpkinSeedDay #NationalHairDay #Enjoythedayandmakeityourown
Happy Birthday to #CarolineHarrison #EstherVanDeman #WilliamBoeing #WalterMatthau #JimmyCarter #WilliamRehnquist #JulieAndrews #BrieLarson
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