27 May

 

Flagstaff Today 77°: 39° Week 22 Day 147 Wind 8 mph Gusts 14 mph Active Fire: 337 miles away Risk of Fire: Extreme Nearest lightning: 298 miles away Air Quality: Fair Sunshine May Averages: Temps: 68°\35° Moisture: 3 Days

Weekly Observations

National Seat Belt Reinforcement Week: 19-6/1  Link     National Marina Days: 19-9/1  Link

Fleet Week 2025 (New York): 21-27                          National African Violet Week: 25-6/1                   
Week of Solidarity With The People of Non-Self-Governing Territories: 25-31
Scripps Spelling Bee Finals: 27-29

Daily Observations

Cellophane Tape Day                                                 Sun Screen Day
Grape Popsicle Day                                                    Women's Golf Day Link
Joe Cool Day Link

Today’s Quotes                                                             

 

Today’s Memes

 

Thoughts for the day

A very nice Monday…great day to be with friends.

I’ll be getting with some for a late lunch/early dinner today.

I watched the 36^th annual PBS National Memorial Day Concert last night. It was very well done and brought out patriotism.

It was very difficult to watch Pres. Trump at the Memorial Day Remembrance at Arlington today. His words to the Vets and their families simply do not match his actions regarding the military. Being a Gold Star family is difficult enough without having a hypocrite talk about your loved one must make the pain greater.

Native American Tribal Proverbs

"The earth is our mother, and we are her children." © Wikipedia

"The earth is our mother, and we are her children" conveys a profound connection to the planet. It teaches respect and care for nature, emphasizing our role as its stewards.

This proverb inspires us to live in harmony with the environment, recognizing its nurturing role. By viewing the Earth as a mother, we are reminded of the need to protect and cherish it.

This wisdom encourages a lifestyle that honors and preserves natural beauty and resources, fostering a sustainable relationship with our planet.

Random Thoughts…

Actress Liv Tyler was born Liv Rundgren, raised by Todd Rundgren, and learned Steven Tyler was her biological father at age 8.

Bing Crosby – Real Name: Harry Lillis Crosby 

Zero is plural, but 1 is singular. (0 Comments, 1 Comment)

When somebody asks you to take their photo, technically you own the copyright to that photo.

Oz’s Nikko, the head winged monkey, is the name of the Japanese town that houses the shrine featuring the famous Hear No/See No/Speak No Evil monkeys.

Unknown Civilizations that once ruled the world…

Olmec Civilization© ThoughtCo

Often referred to as the "mother culture" of Mesoamerica, the Olmec Civilization thrived from 1500 BCE to 400 BCE. Renowned for their colossal-stone head sculptures, the Olmecs made significant contributions to early writing and calendar systems.

Their influence extended across Mesoamerica, laying cultural foundations for later civilizations like the Maya and Aztec. The Olmecs developed a complex society with trade networks and ceremonial centers.

Despite their decline, they left a lasting legacy in art, architecture, and religious iconography. Today, their enigmatic stone heads continue to intrigue and inspire cultural appreciation.

Historic Events

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Birthdays

90 – Lee Meriwether, American model and actress, Miss America 1955 54 – Paul Bettany, English actor 52 – Jack McBrayer, American comedic actor 35 – Chris Colfer, American actor, singer

@100 – Henry Kissinger, German-American political scientist, politician, Nobel Prize laureate @93 – Christopher Lee, English actor (d. 2015) @84 – Harlan Ellison, American author, screenwriter (d. 2018) @82 – Vincent Price, American actor (d. 1993)   @82 – Cornelius Vanderbilt, American businessman, philanthropist (d. 1877) @56 – Rachel Carson, American biologist, environmentalist, author (d. 1964; breast cancr) @39 – Wild Bill Hickok, American folk hero (d. 1876; shot)

…The End for today…