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A Grand Day for Book Lovers

Almost here (on Aug. 9): Book Lovers Day. Okay, okay. Some say it’s every Aug. 9 and others not until Nov. 7. I say, Why not celebrate it both days? And any day?

Nobody knows how this day got started. But if you love books, who cares? It’s an excuse to curl up with a good book (or an educational tome or trashy novel) and enjoy stepping into another world. It’s a chance to tell yourself and others that you’re really doing something while pretty much doing nothing, a chance to seek out a comfy chair or section of grass under a shade tree or a swaying hammock and settle in. If you fall asleep, well, no matter. The whole idea is to relax, anyway.

It’s All About YOU

Did you miss it yesterday? World Poetry Day. Yes, it’s an actual declared day, celebrated on March 21 each year. Back in 1999, UNESCO
(the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) started it, with the intent of encouraging people to read, write, publish, and teach poetry throughout the world.

Why?! Poetry is hard to understand and doesn’t relate to me!


Wrong. Poetry tells the stories of our lives–the good time, bad times, inspired moments, deep-in-despair moments–all that makes us human. We see ourselves, whether in a phrase or in the whole poem. In other words, it isn’t a bunch of sing-songy, forced-to-rhyme lines (not true poetry) but statements (rhyming or not) that remind us of our shared human experience.

It’s not too late to celebrate it. In fact, I invite you to download, at no cost (yes, free) my book of poetry, God Sneezed. You can find it at your favorite e-book seller, or just click this link:
https://www.smashwords.com/books/search?query=god+sneezed . I’m sure you’ll find something there that reminds you of you.

Pirating a Birth Day

Since today is my birthday, I was curious if maybe today wasn’t also a “National” or “Annual” day of celebration that I might participate in. I didn’t expect it to be International Talk Like a Pirate Day! Because I write a blog and edit people’s precious manuscripts, resumes, and Doctoral dissertations, I didn’t think it was such a good idea for me.  But it might be fun to try some year.
Here’s a   description of the day: “International Talk Like A Pirate Day is a parody holiday annually held on September 19. Celebrated for the first time in 1995, the fun holiday encourages people to talk and dress like the sea plunderers of yesteryears.” You can learn more about the day (and maybe be inspired to join in the fun) by going to Fun Holiday — International Talk Like a Pirate Day.

Ahoy, Matey!

 

Calling all Women!

Tomorrow is YOUR DAY.  It’s International Women’s Day. I’m not calling you to action or  protest or even stand up for your rights–unless, of course, you choose to.  I just want to wish you a joyous day in which you simply celebrate the woman you are.

A Reason to Party Today

Another ho-hum Friday?  I think not!  Celebrate the day!  If you can’t think of anything to celebrate, here are five “Days” you can grab hold of, all of which are set for today, Aug. 15.  For a full explanation of any, use the link to go to the appropriate website.

Chauvin Day (Napolean’s follower and source of “chauvinism”): http://every-day-is-special.blogspot.com/2012/08/august-15-2012-chauvin-day.html

Best Friends Day (Frederick News Post): http://www.fredericknewspost.com/archive/best-friends-day-august/article_03e46574-1bcb-5bfd-9cf9-30b5f2c7c4e2.html?mode=story 

Check the Chip Day (Those implanted in our pets): https://www.avma.org/Events/pethealth/Pages/Check-the-Chip-Day.aspx

National Relaxation Dayhttp://nationaldaycalendar.com/2014/08/15/august-15-2014-national-relaxation-day-national-lemon-meringue-pie-day/

[My favorite] Men’s Grooming Day: http://www.dates.abouttravelingtheworld.com/special-holidays/grooming-day/

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Invitation #2: Get Ready for Thanksgiving

To celebrate the true spirit of the day, it’s good to think about what we’re thankful for.  Yesterday I offered three things from my perspective and invited you to send in yours.  Today I add three more things and again invite you to send me three or more of yours.

I’m grateful for

Each new day with my husband

The beauty of Nature

The freedoms I enjoy in America

YOUR TURN….WHAT ARE YOU THANKFUL FOR?