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news birthdays/events 70% of us are stressed out by packing for a trip word of the day news game: 1 minute mystery how do you define "a long day"? fashion update: what's 'in' for summer 2024? news game: mind the gap part 1 game: mind the gap part 2 world's most beautiful countries news fidget spinners...pop its...and stickers can all help with anxiety 3 spices doctors and nutritionists say we should all have in our cabinets "goodbye/fun facts....lost sock memorial day...We are not certain but what we do know is that losing one sock of a perfectly-matched pair is a wide-spread phenomenon. In a recent survey it was determined the average person loses 1.3 socks each month! but don't toss those single socks anymore...turn them into dust rags...or chew toys for pets. fill them with beans and use them for your corn hole game. fill with rice and make a door stop. make a sachet or use it as a pincushion. "

news birthdays/events most beloved tv moms. who is your favorite? word of the day news interesting uses for your hair dryer are you 'uninspired' at work? game: soda word ladder news would you rather have a loud neighbor or a nosey neighbor? mental floss list of common words we're mispronouncing game: coke vs pepsi news should drive thru's have an exit if your food is taking too long? game: commercial jingles goodbye/fun facts....nothing says warmer weather and longer days filled like Coconut Cream Pie! Back in the 19th century, with advances in importing and exporting perishable goods, Americans and Europeans fell in love with tropical fruits like bananas and pineapples but they were prone to go bad on long overland voyages. The shipping problem was solved by a French export company in what is now modern-day Sri Lanka when their experts began to shred and dry coconut meat. This made the food much more accessible to Americans...coconut trees produce their fruit all year long. And the milk and meat are processed for canning and drying, making it easily accessible for year-round baking.

news birthdays/events what's your fast food 'go to' food? word of the day news the average person spends $53 a week on themselves game: guess that celebrity voice which sesame street character are you most like? news 3 things we do that we think are safe...but really aren't game: everybody knows news coffee or tea? your morning drink says a lot about you game: general trivia goodbye/fun facts....Travel enthusiasts focus on travel planning while marketing professionals put their skills into increasing the local economy through tourism. On May 7th the two come together for National Tourism Day. Deciding where to go on your next vacation getaway is oftentimes difficult when trying to please everyone in the travel party. What is the #1 most popular destination spot in the world? the Eiffel Tower. What is the #1 destination spot in the U.S.? The National Mall in Washington DC. Travel is good for lots of things...studies show traveling can make you a happier person by building self-confidence through new experiences

news birthdays/events what's a "listening bar"? word of the day news game: calendar trivia ways to cope if you're super stressed at work are there certain 'every day' words you struggle to spell? news game: quiz game: feud would you pay extra to stay at an "icons" air bnb? news silly things we judge people for things you didn't know you clean with a magic eraser goodbye/fun facts....Sun Awareness Week...it's not quite offically summer...but as the weather gets warmer and the sun is out longer...this week centers around teaching people about skin cancer, as well as informing them about how to increase their protection when they step out into the sun. the sun provides warmth, life, and vitality...vitamin d etc etc...but we need to protect ourselves against the ultraviolet rays...Too much UV radiation from the sun can damage the DNA in our skin cells causing skin cancer. dermatologists recommend using sunscreen any time you're out in the sun...and reapplying every two hours.

news birthdays/events game: Movies trivia game word of the day news most and least glamorous jobs game: minute mystery can you make yourself become a morning person? news are you "membership programmed" out? game: 80's and 90's trivia do you care if your online order comes in a nice box? news 43% of americans say this is the best home compliment they can receive essential car safety items goodbye/fun facts....wordsmith day...The term ‘wordsmith’ is derived from ancient phrases like ‘blacksmith,’ ‘goldsmith,’ ‘silversmith,’ and ‘locksmith,’ all of which refer to a high level of competence and expertise in a particular technique. Wordsmiths possess mastery in the use of words and are in the profession of weaving words like magic that leave an imprint on others. think of Books, articles, and dialogue in movies...that have had an impact on you. and those who have been labeled 'wordsmiths' like Shakespeare and Woodsworth and Hemingway.

news birthdays/events do the people you work with determine how much you like your job? word of the day news do you call your kids the wrong name? game: just under $1,000 pyramid mother's day ideas news a "fun"? way to exercise game: scattergories most search summer travel destinations...how many american cities are on the list? news what spooks your pet? game: password goodbye/fun facts....national book week...Children’s books as we know them today have been around since the 18th century, with the earliest of the genre being educational books, books on conduct, and simple A.B.Cs. the most celebrated of the pioneers in children’s literature is John Newbery, whose first book for the entertainment of children was “A Little Pretty Pocket-Book,” which is widely considered to be the first modern children’s book....which is why the authors of "the most distinguished contributions to American literature for children" can win The Newbery Award. Children have relatively short attention spans, and often do not enjoy reading. Children's Book Week presents a fun opportunity to get kids excited about books. A child who loves reading will have an enquiring mind, a vivid imagination, and great problem-solving skills.

news birthdays/events what would get you back to the movie theater? word of the day news what are you looking to the most in May game: keyboard intro Listener feedback break...Hello to Raelynn and Rocky news michelin starred restaurants for the rest of us game: I should have known that australian researchers say this is the optimal breakdown for how we should spend our day news game: mindtrap how many old keys do you still have on your keychain? goodbye/fun facts....Therapeutic Massage Awareness Day...We know life can become very stressful, and we all need a way to relieve stress. you may not know the many benefits massages provide. formerly only available at high-end spas and health clubs Massage therapy is now available in a wide range of locations, including businesses, clinics, hospitals. there are many kinds of massage: shiatsu, prenatal, swedish, reiki, accupressure, lymphatic drainage, deep tissue and more. and they range in price...but you can also find a massage schools that are open to the public so students can learn and you can get a great price

news birthdays/events why do we pick certain types of music to listen to? word of the day news game: everybody knows that movie quote 4 day work week or a 5 days with a raise? ever just want to scream? news game: mind the gap part 1 game: mind the gap part 2 what net worth would make you feel secure? news do you feel like a superhero when you wear a superhero shirt? what's your favorite social activity goodbye/fun facts....national raisin day...When it comes to raisins, tiny sundried grapes, there are generally two groups of people: those that love them and those that believe they ruin a perfectly good cookie. Raisins show up throughout history and literature as a healthy, transportable snack for everyone from the Egyptians to Christopher Columbus to those little red raisin boxes are a classic symbol of childhood. you can actually make your own..just place the some grapes on a rack and leave them out in the sun for a few days. nature's jellybeans, as they are sometimes called, boast cancer-fighting antioxidants, provide an excellent source of fiber, and contain no cholesterol.

news birthdays/events what's the perfect movie length? word of the day news game: calendar trivia do you always have a vacation destination in mind or have you just gotten in the car and figured it out on the way lawn/garden injuries news safari park or zoo? game: quiz gamed: feud news did you mom ever cut/trim your hair? what's your "vibe" for May? goodbye/fun facts....national zipper day...The first attempt at creating the zipper came from the inventor of the sewing machine. In 1851, Elias Howe received a patent for the “Automatic, Continuous Clothing Closure.” Even though Howe patented his invention... never marketed it. Forty-two years later, Whitcomb Judson began selling the “Clasp Locker.” Similar to Elias Howe’s patent, this device served as a more complicated hook-and-eye shoe fastener. Judson started the Universal Fastener Company...In 1906, he hired Gideon Sundback, a Swedish-American electrical engineer who created and was granted a patent for the modern zipper, known then as the "Separable Fastener....and we call it a zipper because in 1923 b.f. goodrich used Gideon Sundbäck's fastener on a new type of rubber boots and referred to it as the zipper, and the name stuck.

news birthdays/events DON! game: al pacino movie quotes word of the day news is it weird when someone only takes cash or check these days? game: 1 second song trivia a survey defined when we're "old" news how do you deal with backhanded compliments? game: general trivia it's nice be outside/in the yard...but does that mean you have to clean more? news is there a point in your d.i.y. when you'll call a professional or are you determined to finish a project yourself what jobs do people have who earn over $150,000 a year? goodbye/fun facts....National DNA day...On this day in 1953, James Watson and Francis Crick formally announced their discovery of the 3 dimensional double helix they called deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA). Fast forward to 1990, when scientists from around the world came together to begin mapping the human genome...and while DNA evidence isn't typically the number one resource used for solving crimes, it has been instrumental in both exonerating or confirming individuals. Genealogical DNA testing companies usually run annual sales around DNA Day if you've ever wanted to research your family. Watch documentaries:=. "Decoding Watson - DNA: The Greatest Story Ever Told" (PBS) "The Gene" (PBS)

news birthdays/events have you ever been too embarrassed to go back to a business? word of the day news game: 1 minute mysteries are there certain sandwiches that need to be on toasted bread vs ones that must be on untoasted bread historical markers...don't always believe what you see! news game: 80's and 90's trivia most overhyped board games longest baseball game you've ever been to news game: outburst when you dvr a show...how long til you actually watch it? goodbye/fun facts....international guide dog day...Guide dogs provide opportunities for social interaction and greater independence for legally blind adults. the first reference to guide dogs is seen in a nursery rhyme from the year 1500...it says: “A is an Archer” ... “B was a Blind-man/Led by a dog.” by the 1920's Guide dogs helped German soldiers following World War I. and in 1929...the first U.S. guide dog training school opened when Dorothy Harrison Eustis and Morris Frank started The Seeing Eye in Tennessee. today...more than 140 million people in the United States alone are blind or suffer from some sort of vision impairment. Properly trained guide dogs keep them remain safe and independent by helping them navigate everyday obstacles. training training can be an expensive and time-consuming process. It can take up to two years and $25,000 to fully train a single service dog....so consider making a contribution to the guide dogs of america

news birthdays/events how likely are you to pick up after others while on vacation? word of the day news sc johnson/spring cleaning survey game: is ashley smarter than a 5th grader is it ok for your employer to lock up your phone while you're at work? news best way to get rid of spiders game: shakespeare best 'outdoorsy' states news have you ever 'energy audited' your house? game: movie trivia for brad goodbye/fun facts....national picnic day...This meal hearkens back to mid-18th-century al fresco French dining when all you needed was a bottle of wine, a loaf of bread, some cheese, and fruit and you could have a party under the sky. From barbecues to simple cold plates, picnics are light informal affairs intended to be relaxing and fun for everyone to enjoy the day. If the weather does not cooperate, have a picnic on the living room floor. a poll found 94% of us love or at least like picnics...we're a month into spring...so grab your gingham tablecloth, wicker baskets and enjoy the day!

news birthdays/events earth day...how are you reducing your carbon footprint word of the day news game: quiz game: feud what kind of 'road tripper' are you? news listener feedback break are you a music festival person? page a day trivia news no or low cost things to do with friends and family newest home trend (no..it's not primary bedroom coffee bars) goodbye/fun facts....National Playground Safety Week...Playgrounds come with hazards and risks so it’s important to consider safety. this week let's us focus on children’s outdoor play environments, and show gratitude for those who effectively maintain playgrounds. German developmental psychologists like Friedrich Fröbel came up with the idea of a recreational area as a developmental tool that instills children with a sense of fair play and good manners. in 1859 The first public-access recreational area is opened in Manchester, England. in 1922 a man named Charles Wicksteed invented the slide... and today's playgrounds kids land on soft surfaces and no rust.

news birthdays/events fun ways to remember your vacations (besides buying a t-shirt or coffee cup) word of the day news how to be more focused do you like to do things in silence or have background noise. what do you use for background noise? game: password news gadgets that were "on their way out" 15 years ago..but they're still around if you were in charge of the world...what would you do to make it a better place? game: drum intro songs news 2024's list of things left in ubers game: movie titles in 3 words goodbye/fun facts....National Garlic Day....this bulbous flowering plant has been around since the ancient Egyptians...they used it as currency. garlic is also known as the stinking rose. it's a member of the lily family which includes onions, leeks, and shallots. It can be sweet — through caramelization and roasting. It can be buttery and savory — through sautéing. It can be pungent and sharp — through slicing it raw. No matter how you slice, sauté, or roast it, garlic is a truly multifaceted plant....and it's loaded with healthy/medicinal properties...so if you don't like it raw...try it a different way

news birthdays/events what would be your "adulting crash course"? word of the day news game: quick casual restaurant slogans old customs that are hard to imagine people doing today do you eat fruit rinds? news game: just under $1,000 pyramid most stolen items from hotels are you looking for happiness in the wrong place? news game: outburst thrillist...best beach towns in the u.s. goodbye/fun facts....national animal cracker day...Animal crackers have been part of American childhood memories since the late 1800s when they were first imported from England where animal crackers were invented. Stauffer’s Biscuit Company began commercially producing their original recipe circus crackers in 1871. Stauffer’s unique baking process created a slightly sweet, crispy, cracker-like biscuit that dominated the market...until 1902 when competitor National Biscuit Company, a.k.a. Nabisco, introduced their brand of animal crackers packaged in small boxes that looked like P.T. Barnum circus train cars. were initially sold as Christmas tree ornaments which is why they had a string on them...But not all animal crackers are created equal and many people still preferred the original Stauffer’s Animal Crackers recipe...which is still produced using the original 1871 recipe.

news birthdays/events so many people take selfies and videos...should there be places that are off limits? word of the day news we should teach our kids basic survival skills...do you know the things on this list? what scared you as a child...are you still afraid of it? game: guess that classical music news don't shop hungry...or when it's busy..or without a list... should all students get a 'student discount'? game: everybody knows news underrated advice that we shouldn't ignore game: I should have known that goodbye/fun facts....national kickball day...It’s time to hit the playground for some good old-fashioned kickball action. Kickball is a widely enjoyed sport all around the globe. and it has existed since the early 1900s. Originally named Kick Baseball, the game was used by gymnastics teachers to teach baseball kids the basics of baseball. The game is played on the field and uses three bases, a pitcher pile, and a home plate. most people use 8.5 inch to 16 inch diameter inflated rubber ball, such as a utility ball....you know the same one you knocked in the face with in dodgeball

news birthdays/events game: 1 minute mysteries word of the day news do we have too many choices on everything? game: movies trivia national park week starts saturday news do you have 'subscription creep'? game: 80's and 90's movie trivia how do you get your health and wellness info? from your doctor? news the nike olympic uniforms are....interesting things not to do at a new job goodbye/fun facts....The Day of the Mushroom...it's celebrated to honor all things fungi. Since they first appeared in early European communities, it is generally assumed that people have been gathering mushrooms since the beginning of time, possibly even in prehistoric times. it is likely that China and Japan were the first places to cultivate mushrooms as early as 600 A.D...in 1824 The popular cookbook “The Virginia Housewife” is released where cooking with mushrooms was first introduced to Americans. Similar to how humans breathe, mushrooms take in oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide. but not all mushrooms are edible...so don't go out in nature and just eat any mushroom....but the edible mushrooms contain high amounts of selenium, vitamin D, and vitamin B6.

news birthdays/events things to do to get your kids (or yourself) off the computer/phone this spring word of the day news game: page a day calendar trivia funny social dilemma we buy the same 10 foods...what are yours? news dirtiest places in your home game: quiz game: feud news people you never have to tip most overrated u.s. tourist attractions goodbye/fun facts....Money Smart Week is celebrated every year in April to empower people with the knowledge and skills needed to make well-informed personal finance choices. The world of finance and banking can often seem daunting...but the good news is it's never too late to learn! this week as an opportunity to educate yourself on all those difficult financial terms and get tips on how to properly handle your hard-earned money. Even though money has been around for a long time, it wasn’t until the 20th Century that financial literacy was taught officially for the first time. so make an appointment with a financial advisor...Watch YouTube videos, enroll in classes, browse through online material, and read finance articles to find out more.

news birthdays/events ashley and brad call 'after the beep' word of the day news game: what year was it? jobs people envy 100 year rule with baby names news inventions from around the world (since the beginning of time) game: the backwards song game what would your 3 or 4 word obituary be? news the upside of stress game: celebrities described in 3 words goodbye/fun facts....National Gardening Day encourages gardeners and would-be gardeners to pick up a shovel, plant some seeds, and kick off a beautiful year of homegrown bounty. Forest gardening, a forest-based food production system, is known to be the world’s oldest form of gardening. Forest gardens could be found in prehistoric times along jungle banks...gardening declined during the Middle Ages but became popular during Elizabethan times. ...you can join or start a gardening club to either learn or teach those around you. Growing your own food also provides fresh and natural nourishment for your family and saves you time and money at the grocery store.

news birthdays/events do you make suggestions for improvement at work? word of the day news game: famous guitar riffs driving this spring/summer for vacation...do you get 'dead butt'? how to share a difference of opinion...POLITELY! news game: opening lines of classic books want to live 'the simple life'? do you try to be creative for graduation presents or just give money? news game: actors who can sing tik tok food trends that are worth a try goodbye/fun facts....National Clean Up Your Pantry Day. A pantry is a dedicated space, a room, or a cabinet, where items related to the kitchen are stored. These items can be beverages, food, utensils, cleaning supplies, linens, and groceries. The term ‘pantry’ was first used during the Middle Ages to refer to domestic spaces. Colonists in New England used to store food in a “buttery,” which was a small room near a kitchen. The first buttery was an underground room in the Theron Boyd homestead in Hartford, U.S. in 1786. The “butler’s pantry” was popular in England and America during the 1800s. By the 1960s, floor-to-ceiling cabinets became a part of American kitchen design...just simply called pantries. Cleaning and arranging your pantry cabinets is a great way to commemorate the day... Sort out your items, replenish the required products, discard the expired ones, and donate the usable but outdated things.