17 Mar

 

Flagstaff Today 54°: 21° Week 12 Day 76 Air Quality: Fair Sunshine Wind - mph Gusts 3 mph Active Fire: 322 miles away Risk of Fire: Low Nearest lightning: 1469 miles away Mar Averages: Temps: 52°\24° Moisture: 4 Days

Weekly Observations

17-21  LGBT Health Awareness Week Link 17-23   Act Happy Week International Teach Music Week National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week National Fix A Leak Week     Link National Fragrance Week   Link Wellderly Week   World Optometry Week   Link  Link Link

3-4/19 Orthodox Lent 5-4/19 Lent 11-17 Turkey Vultures Return to the Living Sign 16-22  American Chocolate Week Link National Agriculture Week National Animal Poison Prevention Week   Link  Link Nat’l Inhalant and Poisons Awareness Week Link  National Poison Prevention Week   Link World Folktales & Fables Week

Daily Observations

Campfire Day National Slime Day Link (Nickelodeon)

St. Patrick's Day Link Well-Elderly or Wellderly Day

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Today’s Memes

Thoughts for the day

Snow and icicles are melting nicely. Not sure if this will be real spring or another fake spring.

Continuous Happening Amidst Newly Generating Experience= CHANGE. I found this interesting.

Doge is hitting TSA K-9 units with a 30-day hold for possible cuts in vet services and dog food contracts. That is inhumane.

In another greatly planned move, DOGE is requesting things dealing with DEI be removed for records. This now includes the loss of photos of the Enola Gay, the plane that dropped the WWII bomb on Hiroshima. It was marked as expanding the homosexual agenda.

Symbols of USA and their hidden meaaning…

The Bald Eagle's Nest

The nest of the bald eagle is a symbol of home and family, representing the bonds that tie communities together. Just as eagles care for their young, this symbol reflects the American value of family and the protection of loved ones.

The nest serves as a reminder of the nurturing aspects of American culture. It highlights the importance of community and the connections that sustain individuals.

The eagle's nest is a metaphor for the nation's commitment to fostering a sense of belonging and support. It embodies the values of care, protection, and unity within the American family.

Historic Events

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Birthdays

Rob Lowe, 61 Movie Actor Mia Hamm, 53 Soccer Player Kurt Russell, 74 Movie Actor Katie Ledecky, 28 Swimmer

@45 Nat King Cole (1919-1965) Jazz Singer (Lung cancer) @40 Alexander McQueen (1969-2010) Fashion Designer (OD)

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16 Mar

 

Flagstaff Today 43°: 25° Week 12 Day 75 Air Quality: Fair Sunshine Wind 8 mph Gusts 12 mph Active Fire: 322 miles away Risk of Fire: Very Low Nearest lightning: 7 miles away Mar Averages: Temps: 52°\24° Moisture: 4 Days

Weekly Observations

16-22  American Chocolate Week Link National Agriculture Week Nat’l Animal Poison Prevention Week   Link  Link Nat’l Inhalant & Poisons Awareness Week   Link  National Poison Prevention Week   Link World Folktales & Fables Week

3-4/19 Orthodox Lent 5-4/19 Lent 10-16  Bar Crawl Week Link 11-17 Turkey Vultures Return to the Living Sign 13-16  AKC Agility Championships Link 14-16  World Rattlesnake Roundup

Daily Observations

Artichoke Hearts Day Black Press Day Campfire Girls Day Curlew Day Everything You Do is Right Day Freedom of Information Day

Goddard Day Link  Link Lips Appreciation Day Link National Panda Day No Selfies Day Panda Day St. Urho's Day Link and Link

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The sky is deep blue, there are no clouds, the sun is melting the latest 8” of snow. The HOA has been negligent in shoveling during the last two storms. Luckily one of my neighbors has been doing the main walkway, so I just must do the 10’ up to my door. Nice. I’ll go out a little later and clean off my vehicle.

I’m busy reading for our next discussion group. I’m doing the presentation on The Evolution of US Leadership in the Global Economy: Dilemmas and Choices. It should be a good discussion next Saturday.

Symbols of USA and their hidden meaaning…

The National Anthem

"The Star-Spangled Banner," the national anthem of the United States, is a tribute to the resilience and bravery of the American people. Written by Francis Scott Key during the War of 1812, it captures the nation's spirit in the face of adversity.

The lyrics celebrate the enduring commitment to freedom and the triumph of the human spirit. Performed at various national events, the anthem fosters a sense of unity and pride among citizens.

Its powerful words resonate with those who cherish the values of liberty and justice. The anthem is more than a song; it's a testament to the nation's enduring legacy.

Random Thoughts…

§  US President #5 James Monroe (1817-1825) Remembered for the Monroe Doctrine stating that Europe should stay out of America’s affairs and that the U.S. would remain neutral in European wars.

§  Biggest film of 1966: The Bible (Drama) earned ~ $34,900,000

§  The fear of the number 666 has a name: Hexakosioihexekontahexaphobia.

§  The human brain can compute 38 thousand trillion operations per second, which is 413 times more than the world’s most powerful supercomputer.

§  The 45, the 8-track, the cassette, the lazer disc, the floppy disk, the VHS, the video store and the CD… all have died during my lifetime.

§  The FDA allows five rodent hairs in every 18oz jar of peanut butter, while frozen berries can contain up to four larvae or 10 whole insects per 500g. #regulations

§  Sid Vicious – Real Name: John Ritchie

Historic Events

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Birthdays

76 – Erik Estrada, American actor 66 – Flavor Flav, (William Jonathan Drayton Jr.)American rapper and personality 64 – Todd McFarlane, Canadian comic book author and illustrator, founded McFarlane Toys

@91 – Henny Youngman, English-American violinist and comedian (d. 1998) @91 – Jerry Lewis (Joseph Levitch), American actor and comedian (d. 2017) @87 – Mercedes McCambridge, American actress (d. 2004) @83 – Chuck Woolery, American game show host, television personality (d. 2024) @81 – Nancy Wilson, American singer-songwriter, Heart (d. 2018) @67 – Josef Mengele, evil German physician (d. 1979; stroke) @65 – Georg Ohm, German physicist and mathematician (d. 1854)

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15 Mar

 

Flagstaff Today 42°: 21° Week 11 Day 74 Air Quality: Fair Partly Cloudy Sunshine Wind 2 mph Gusts 4 mph Active Fire: 322 miles away Risk of Fire: Very Low Nearest lightning: 867 miles away Mar Averages: Temps: 52°\24° Moisture: 4 Days

Weekly Observations

3-4/19 Orthodox Lent 5-4/19 Lent 9-15  Campfire USA Birthday Week Teen Tech Week Girl Scout Week Link  National Patient Safety Awareness Week

10-16  Bar Crawl Week Link 11-17 Turkey Vultures Return to the Living Sign 13-16  AKC Agility Championships Link 14-16  World Rattlesnake Roundup

Daily Observations

Brutus Day Buzzards Day Link Everything You Think is Wrong Day Ides of March International Day of Action Against Canadian Seal Slaughter  Link International Day to Combat Islamophobia International Sports Car Racing Day Link  Medical Examiners Day Link  Link Milestone Divas Day Link

National Corn Dog Day Link  National Tequila Day  Mexico Link  National VO Day (Voice Over) National Shoe The World Day Pears Helene Day Play The Recorder Day  Save The Panther Day True Confessions Day Link World Consumer Rights Day Link Worldwide & National Quilting Day Link

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The latest storm brought about 6” of snow. Now more snow expected Saturday night.

Trump has finally lowered the price of eggs. Sadly, he lowered the family ‘nest egg.’

Two Federal judges (MD, CA) ordered thousands of fired Federal workers to be reinstated immediately. Nothing has happened yet, guess it will go to a higher court.

I talked to Mary yesterday. She is rehabbing nicely from her surgery.  

 

Symbols of USA and their hidden meaaning…

The Pledge of Allegiance

The Pledge of Allegiance is a solemn promise of loyalty to the flag and the republic it represents. Recited in schools and public gatherings, it underscores the values of patriotism and unity.

The phrase "one nation, under God," added in 1954, highlights the role of faith in American life. This pledge serves as a reminder of the collective commitment to uphold the principles of democracy and freedom.

It reinforces the idea that, despite differences, Americans are bound by a shared vision of liberty. The Pledge of Allegiance is more than a ritual; it's a declaration of allegiance to the nation's ideals.

Random Thoughts…

·   Goldilocks is real fussy for someone who wanders into stranger’s houses and eats their breakfast.

·   A group of Nightingales is called a Watch.

·   The only difference between intuition and paranoia is whether you’re right or wrong.

·   The United States officially adopted the metric system in 1975.

·   group of Chickens is called a Brood or Peep. I think it should be called a “cluck”.

Historic Events

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Birthdays

90 – Judd Hirsch, American actor 90 – Jimmy Swaggart, American pastor and television host 84 – Mike Love, American singer-songwriter, musician, Beach Boys 82 – Sly Stone (Sylvester Stewart), American singer-songwriter, musician, and producer 50 – Eva Longoria, American actress 50 – will.i.am (William James Adams Jr.), American rapper, producer

@87 – Ruth Bader Ginsburg, American lawyer and judge (d. 2020) @86 – Marjorie Merriweather Post, American businesswoman, philanthropist, founded General Foods (d. 1973) @78 – Andrew Jackson, 7th President (d. 1845; dropsy, TB) @73 – Saint Nicholas, Greek bishop and saint (d. 343)

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