Having formulated a belated New Years resolution to make the best use of my freetime, I determined that if I wish to complete my current manuscript in a timely manner, I cannot devote any time to updating/researching the "Happy Daze" blog.
Even though I'm taking a hiatus, the"Happy Daze" trivia for the past years is available to you on the sidebar, of course. Since most is of a perenniel nature, access it as needed.
I thank you for your interest and wish you the "happiest of daze",
Torie Lynn
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Happy Daze for January 2
Happy Birthday to: Author Isaac Asimov(1920), Roger Miller(1936)
Today’s Happy Daze include: St. Macarius' Day, Kakizone, Japan
National Cream Puff Day
Here are 26 recipes: http://allrecipes.com/Search/Recipes.aspx?WithTerm=cream%20puff
Slow down, you move to fast…
On this day in 1974, President Richard M. Nixon signed a bill requiring states to lower the maximum speed limit to 55 MPH. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KZi-aV0VTk
Boogie Woogie Bugle Girls of Company
The Andrews Sisters recorded this song on today’s date in 1941: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wiVkdVPGoY
"Walkin' in the Sunshine"
I wish. It’s in the “teens” here in Wisconsin. Roger Miller, who was born this day I 1936,is known not only for the title song, but songs such as: "King of the Road", "Chug-A-Lug," and "Dang Me." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhApYxZisBI
National Science Fiction Day
Ever consider writing science fiction? Well, very few writers profit from their writings, but if you’ve got a story to tell but don’t know where to start, start here: http://www.wikihow.com/Write-Science-Fiction
???What's your favorite science fiction???
(If you have trouble deciding, you're probably a "Trekkie" ;-)
-Torie Lynn
Today’s Happy Daze include: St. Macarius' Day, Kakizone, Japan
National Cream Puff Day
Here are 26 recipes: http://allrecipes.com/Search/Recipes.aspx?WithTerm=cream%20puff
Slow down, you move to fast…
On this day in 1974, President Richard M. Nixon signed a bill requiring states to lower the maximum speed limit to 55 MPH. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KZi-aV0VTk
Boogie Woogie Bugle Girls of Company
The Andrews Sisters recorded this song on today’s date in 1941: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wiVkdVPGoY
"Walkin' in the Sunshine"
I wish. It’s in the “teens” here in Wisconsin. Roger Miller, who was born this day I 1936,is known not only for the title song, but songs such as: "King of the Road", "Chug-A-Lug," and "Dang Me." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhApYxZisBI
National Science Fiction Day
Ever consider writing science fiction? Well, very few writers profit from their writings, but if you’ve got a story to tell but don’t know where to start, start here: http://www.wikihow.com/Write-Science-Fiction
???What's your favorite science fiction???
(If you have trouble deciding, you're probably a "Trekkie" ;-)
-Torie Lynn
Happy Daze for January 1
Happy Birthday to: American Patriot Paul Revere(1735), U.S.flag creator Betsy Ross(1752), FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover (1895).
Today’s Happy Daze include: St. Basil's Day
National Bloody Mary Day
Here’s 19 recipes: http://allrecipes.com/Search/Recipes.aspx?WithTerm=bloody%20mary
Taking the Plunge
Today is the 90th anniversary of the Polar Bear Swim. “The New Year's Day Polar Bear Swim began in 1920 when the late Peter Pantages organized the club. They used the basement of the Sylvia Hotel as a changing and assembling area prior to taking the plunge in English Bay. Later, because of the increase in participation, the Polar Bear Swim Club used the Vancouver Swimming Club headquarters just west of the English Bay pier as their assembly and pre-plunge headquarters. The swim commenced in the water adjacent to the club headquarters and the swim “of approximately 300 yards around the pier took place.
http://vancouver.ca/parks/events/polarbear/history.htm
Rose Parade Day
“On Friday, January 1, 2010 at 8 a.m. (PST), millions of spectators from around the world will celebrate the New Year with the 121st Rose Paradethemed 2010: A Cut Above the Rest. The Rose Parade will once again feature the beautiful pageantry and tradition of magnificent floral floats, high-stepping equestrians and spirited marching bands.” http://www.tournamentofroses.com/
Number, please.
In 1878, Emma M. Nutt became the first woman telephone operator.
???Did you ever stop to think about how many sets of numbers you’ve committed to memory???
-Torie Lynn
Today’s Happy Daze include: St. Basil's Day
National Bloody Mary Day
Here’s 19 recipes: http://allrecipes.com/Search/Recipes.aspx?WithTerm=bloody%20mary
Taking the Plunge
Today is the 90th anniversary of the Polar Bear Swim. “The New Year's Day Polar Bear Swim began in 1920 when the late Peter Pantages organized the club. They used the basement of the Sylvia Hotel as a changing and assembling area prior to taking the plunge in English Bay. Later, because of the increase in participation, the Polar Bear Swim Club used the Vancouver Swimming Club headquarters just west of the English Bay pier as their assembly and pre-plunge headquarters. The swim commenced in the water adjacent to the club headquarters and the swim “of approximately 300 yards around the pier took place.
http://vancouver.ca/parks/events/polarbear/history.htm
Rose Parade Day
“On Friday, January 1, 2010 at 8 a.m. (PST), millions of spectators from around the world will celebrate the New Year with the 121st Rose Paradethemed 2010: A Cut Above the Rest. The Rose Parade will once again feature the beautiful pageantry and tradition of magnificent floral floats, high-stepping equestrians and spirited marching bands.” http://www.tournamentofroses.com/
Number, please.
In 1878, Emma M. Nutt became the first woman telephone operator.
???Did you ever stop to think about how many sets of numbers you’ve committed to memory???
-Torie Lynn
Happy Daze for December 31
Happy Birthday to: Painter Henri Matisse(1869), Secretary of State George Marshall(1880), Actor Anthony Hopkins(1937), Actress Sarah Miles(1941), Singer/songwriter John Denver(1943), Actor Ben Kingsley(1943), Actor Tim Matheson(1947), Singer Donna Summer(1948), Actor Val Kilmer(1959).
Today’s Happy Daze include: National Champagne Day, Noche de Pedimento, Omisoka Day, Japan, Unlucky Day, Make Up Your Mind Day
Once in a Blue Moon
December has two full moons this year. The second full moon is called a "blue moon" because two full moons occurred in one month. The next second full moon will be on August 31, 2012.
The Queen of Cosmetics
Elizabeth Arden was born on this day in 1884 in Woodbridge, Ontario. According to Wikipedia, “
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) which regulates cosmetics in the United States defines cosmetics as: "intended to be applied to the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance without affecting the body's structure or functions." This broad definition includes, as well, any material intended for use as a component of a cosmetic product. The FDA specifically excludes soap from this category.”
The Wizard of Menlo Park
Thomas Edison made the first public demonstration of his electric light bulb in Menlo Park, New Jersey, on this day in 1879.
Matchmaker, Matchmaker, make me a match...
The television game show “The Match Game” premiered on the last day of 1962.
Here’s a collection of “funniest game show moments” : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbakQgMiWAc
Hogmanay Day, Scotland
According to Wikipedia, “There are many customs, both national and local, associated with Hogmanay. The most widespread national custom is the practice of 'first-footing' which starts immediately after midnight. This involves being the first person to cross the threshold of a friend or neighbor and often involves the giving of symbolic gifts such as salt (less common today), coal, shortbread, whisky, and black bun (a rich fruit cake) intended to bring different kinds of luck to the householder. Food and drink (as the gifts) are then given to the guests. This may go on throughout the early hours of the morning and well into the next day (although modern days see people visiting houses until 3 January). The first-foot is supposed to set the luck for the rest of the year.”
Auld Lang Syne
…sung the ol’ way. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=acxnmaVTlZA
That's a Wrap for 2010! Happy New Year!
-Torie Lynn
Today’s Happy Daze include: National Champagne Day, Noche de Pedimento, Omisoka Day, Japan, Unlucky Day, Make Up Your Mind Day
Once in a Blue Moon
December has two full moons this year. The second full moon is called a "blue moon" because two full moons occurred in one month. The next second full moon will be on August 31, 2012.
The Queen of Cosmetics
Elizabeth Arden was born on this day in 1884 in Woodbridge, Ontario. According to Wikipedia, “
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) which regulates cosmetics in the United States defines cosmetics as: "intended to be applied to the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance without affecting the body's structure or functions." This broad definition includes, as well, any material intended for use as a component of a cosmetic product. The FDA specifically excludes soap from this category.”
The Wizard of Menlo Park
Thomas Edison made the first public demonstration of his electric light bulb in Menlo Park, New Jersey, on this day in 1879.
Matchmaker, Matchmaker, make me a match...
The television game show “The Match Game” premiered on the last day of 1962.
Here’s a collection of “funniest game show moments” : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbakQgMiWAc
Hogmanay Day, Scotland
According to Wikipedia, “There are many customs, both national and local, associated with Hogmanay. The most widespread national custom is the practice of 'first-footing' which starts immediately after midnight. This involves being the first person to cross the threshold of a friend or neighbor and often involves the giving of symbolic gifts such as salt (less common today), coal, shortbread, whisky, and black bun (a rich fruit cake) intended to bring different kinds of luck to the householder. Food and drink (as the gifts) are then given to the guests. This may go on throughout the early hours of the morning and well into the next day (although modern days see people visiting houses until 3 January). The first-foot is supposed to set the luck for the rest of the year.”
Auld Lang Syne
…sung the ol’ way. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=acxnmaVTlZA
That's a Wrap for 2010! Happy New Year!
-Torie Lynn
Happy Daze for December 30
Happy Birthday to: Writer Rudyard Kipling(1865), Industrialist/philanthropist Simon Guggenheim(1867), TV personality Bert Parks(1914), inger/songwriter Bo Diddley(1928), MLB baseball pitcher Sandy Koufax(1935), Actor Joseph Bologna(1938), Singer /songwriter Michael Nesmith(1942), Singer Davy Jones(1945), TV anchor Matt Lauer(1957), Actress Tracey Ullman(1959), Actress Julianne Moore(1960), PGA golfer Tiger Woods(1975).
Today’s Happy Daze include: Madagascar Independence Day, Miracle Day, Rizal Day, Philippines, St. Sabinus' Day.
National Bicarbonate of Soda Day
According to Holiday Insights, “Many people just think of Bicarbonate of Soda as something you use for baking. But, it has so many more uses. Here are just a few of them: Baking- helps baked goods, like bread, to rise; Relieve stomach indigestion and heartburn when mixed in water ; Removing odors in the refrigerator, vents, storage areas, and closets; Removing odor in kitty litter; It is used in fire extinguishers for grease and oil fires; It is often used as a cleaning agent; It can be used as a meat tenderizer; Put it in water with beans to minimize flatulance from eating beans; Polish Silverware; Remove burned food from a pot or a pan; And, the list goes on, and on."
Let's Make a Deal
The iconic game show premiered on TV on this day in 1963. Here’s some clips from the original show: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J155bLFAg1k
The Boob Tube
In 1953, the first color TV went on sale on this day. I wonder what the world would be like if it hadn’t ?!
Rudyard Kipling’s Birthday
Coincidently, his daughter was born on the 29 and his wife was born on the 31st. According to Wikipedia, Joseph Rudyard Kipling “was a British author and poet. Born in Bombay, in British India, he is best known for his works of fiction The Jungle Book (1894) (a collection of stories which includes Rikki-Tikki-Tavi), Kim (1901) (a tale of adventure), many short stories, including The Man Who Would Be King (1888); and his poems, including Mandalay (1890), Gunga Din (1890), and If— (1910). He is regarded as a major "innovator in the art of the short story";[3] his children's books are enduring classics of children's literature; and his best works speak to a versatile and luminous narrative gift.”
A Cup of Joe
The first coffee plant was planted in Hawaii on this date in 1817.
???What’s the best hot drink you’ve ever had???
Torie Lynn
Today’s Happy Daze include: Madagascar Independence Day, Miracle Day, Rizal Day, Philippines, St. Sabinus' Day.
National Bicarbonate of Soda Day
According to Holiday Insights, “Many people just think of Bicarbonate of Soda as something you use for baking. But, it has so many more uses. Here are just a few of them: Baking- helps baked goods, like bread, to rise; Relieve stomach indigestion and heartburn when mixed in water ; Removing odors in the refrigerator, vents, storage areas, and closets; Removing odor in kitty litter; It is used in fire extinguishers for grease and oil fires; It is often used as a cleaning agent; It can be used as a meat tenderizer; Put it in water with beans to minimize flatulance from eating beans; Polish Silverware; Remove burned food from a pot or a pan; And, the list goes on, and on."
Let's Make a Deal
The iconic game show premiered on TV on this day in 1963. Here’s some clips from the original show: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J155bLFAg1k
The Boob Tube
In 1953, the first color TV went on sale on this day. I wonder what the world would be like if it hadn’t ?!
Rudyard Kipling’s Birthday
Coincidently, his daughter was born on the 29 and his wife was born on the 31st. According to Wikipedia, Joseph Rudyard Kipling “was a British author and poet. Born in Bombay, in British India, he is best known for his works of fiction The Jungle Book (1894) (a collection of stories which includes Rikki-Tikki-Tavi), Kim (1901) (a tale of adventure), many short stories, including The Man Who Would Be King (1888); and his poems, including Mandalay (1890), Gunga Din (1890), and If— (1910). He is regarded as a major "innovator in the art of the short story";[3] his children's books are enduring classics of children's literature; and his best works speak to a versatile and luminous narrative gift.”
A Cup of Joe
The first coffee plant was planted in Hawaii on this date in 1817.
???What’s the best hot drink you’ve ever had???
Torie Lynn
Happy Daze for December 29
Happy Birthday to: U.S. President Andrew Johnson(1808), Actress Mary Tyler Moore(1936), Actor Jon Voight(1938), Actor Ted Danson(1947).
Today’s Happy Daze include: Feast of St. Thomas of Canterbury, Pepper Pot Day,
St. Tropez's Day
Where ceveryone knows your name...
Today is Ted Danson’s birthday. Here are some “Cheers” bloopers: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EglaByyOhn8
It’s Angelina’s dad’s birthday.
Here are some family photos of Mrs. Brad Pitt and Jon Voight:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ely-MEyguis&playnext=1&list=PL02BBE1C37796B635&index=24
It’s fun to stay at the Y.M.C.A.
According to infoplease’s day in history, the first Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) opened in Boston in 1851. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS9OO0S5w2k
Lone Star State Day
Texas entered the Union on this day in 1845. Here’s the University of Texas Longhorn’s Fight song: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTUJSEFKSBE
Soap on a rope
Remember this unusual Christmas gift? Well, according to the U.S. Patent Office, Lava soap was trademark registered on this date in 1896, and Dial soap was trademark registered on this day in 1959.
???What's your most unusual Christmas gift???
-Torie Lynn
Today’s Happy Daze include: Feast of St. Thomas of Canterbury, Pepper Pot Day,
St. Tropez's Day
Where ceveryone knows your name...
Today is Ted Danson’s birthday. Here are some “Cheers” bloopers: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EglaByyOhn8
It’s Angelina’s dad’s birthday.
Here are some family photos of Mrs. Brad Pitt and Jon Voight:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ely-MEyguis&playnext=1&list=PL02BBE1C37796B635&index=24
It’s fun to stay at the Y.M.C.A.
According to infoplease’s day in history, the first Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) opened in Boston in 1851. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS9OO0S5w2k
Lone Star State Day
Texas entered the Union on this day in 1845. Here’s the University of Texas Longhorn’s Fight song: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTUJSEFKSBE
Soap on a rope
Remember this unusual Christmas gift? Well, according to the U.S. Patent Office, Lava soap was trademark registered on this date in 1896, and Dial soap was trademark registered on this day in 1959.
???What's your most unusual Christmas gift???
-Torie Lynn
Happy Daze for December 28
Happy Birthday to: Molson brewery founder John Molson(1763), U.S. President Woodrow Wilson(1856), Actress Maggie Smith(1934), Actor Denzel Washington(1954), Actor Malcolm Gets(1964).
Today’s Happy Daze include: Card Playing Day, Childermas Day, Cross Day, Ireland, Eat Vegetarian Day.
“Día de los Santos Inocentes”
According to Wikipedia, "On this day, people pull practical jokes on each other. It is equivalent to the U.S. version of April Fools Day (April 1). People must not believe anything that other people say nor let them borrow any amount of money. If any person has fallen victim of the joke, the person pulling the joke will say ¡Inocente palomita...!, literally meaning 'Innocent little dove' (equivalent to saying April Fools!)."
“Better slip with foot than tongue”
On this day in 1732, Benjamin Franklin first published Poor Richard's
Almanack in Philadelphia. Here’s 10 years of his proverbs: http://www.richhall.com/poor_richard.htm
???Did you know Benjamin Franklin wrote under the pseudonyms Richard Saunders and Silence Dogood???
-Torie Lynn
Today’s Happy Daze include: Card Playing Day, Childermas Day, Cross Day, Ireland, Eat Vegetarian Day.
“Día de los Santos Inocentes”
According to Wikipedia, "On this day, people pull practical jokes on each other. It is equivalent to the U.S. version of April Fools Day (April 1). People must not believe anything that other people say nor let them borrow any amount of money. If any person has fallen victim of the joke, the person pulling the joke will say ¡Inocente palomita...!, literally meaning 'Innocent little dove' (equivalent to saying April Fools!)."
“Better slip with foot than tongue”
On this day in 1732, Benjamin Franklin first published Poor Richard's
Almanack in Philadelphia. Here’s 10 years of his proverbs: http://www.richhall.com/poor_richard.htm
???Did you know Benjamin Franklin wrote under the pseudonyms Richard Saunders and Silence Dogood???
-Torie Lynn
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