What’s your recipe for the perfect Fall day?
Melinda
Category: Celebrate Life
Today in History November 28, 2021
Welcome to the Weekend Edition of Today in History. I’m so glad you’re enjoying the post. Have an awesome weekend.
1942
Jimi Hendrix born
Guitar legend Jimi Hendrix is born in Seattle. Hendrix grew up playing guitar, imitating blues greats like Muddy Waters as well as early rockers. He joined the army in 1959 and became a paratrooper but was honorably discharged in 1961 after an injury that exempted him from duty …read more
1940
Bruce Lee born
On November 27, 1940, the actor and martial-arts expert Bruce Lee is born in San Francisco, California. In his all-too-brief career, Lee became a film star in Asia and, later, a pop-culture icon in America. Lee was born while his father, a Chinese opera star, was on tour in …read more
1703
Freak storm dissipates over England
On November 27, 1703, an unusual storm system finally dissipates over England after wreaking havoc on the country for nearly two weeks. Featuring hurricane strength winds, the storm killed somewhere between 10,000 and 30,000 people. Hundreds of Royal Navy ships were lost to the …read more
2005
Aerosmith and 50 Cent headline a $10 million bar mitzvah
In exchange for a multimillion-dollar fee, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith and rapper 50 Cent took to the stage at New York City’s famous Rainbow Room in the early morning hours of November 27, 2005, as headline performers at the $10 million bat mitzvah of Long Island …read more
1868
Colonel George Custer massacres Cheyenne on Washita River
Without bothering to identify the village or do any reconnaissance, Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer leads an early morning attack on a band of peaceful Cheyenne living with Chief Black Kettle. Convicted of desertion and mistreatment of soldiers earlier that year in a …read more
Enjoy your day!
Melinda
What Really Matters in Life? — Guest Blogger Don’t Lose Hope
Trauma causes us to question our beliefs. Now there’s sand beneath our feet, not the solid ground we thought. When this happens in our life, we can feel destabilized. Everything’s been stripped away, nothing’s certain any more. It’s at desperate times like these when the scales fall from our eyes … that we learn important […]
What Really Matters in Life? — Don’t Lose Hope
Fun Facts That Will Amaze You
I’m so glad you are enjoying this weekend tradition of Fun Facts. I learn something new each week, even if it’s weird. I love hearing your comments!
Charles Darwin invented the modern office chair when he added wheels to his own chair, so he could move around his office easier
The term “coccyx” (also known as your tailbone) is derived from the Greek word “cuckoo” (“kokkux”) because the curved shape of the tailbone resembles the bird’s beak.
The most popular item at Walmart is bananas. They sell more bananas than any other single item they have in stock.
Canadians eat more macaroni and cheese than any other nation in the world.
A dolphin’s blowhole is an evolved nose that has moved upward to the top of its head.
Enjoy the humor and try not to laugh too hard.
Melinda
#Weekend Music Share *Disco Favorite Disco Duck!
I’m so glad you’ve joined me this week for another edition of Weekend Music Share.
Welcome back to Weekend Music Share; the place where everyone can share their favorite music.
Feel free to use the ‘Weekend Music Share‘ banner in your post, and don’t forget to use the hashtag #WeekendMusicShare on social media so other participants can find your post.
Melinda
Friday Quote 10/26/2021
Have a great weekend!
So glad you stopped by today and look forward to hearing your comments.
Melinda
Just Pondering
Think back to last year. What are some things that seemed so important then that don’t matter at all now?
Melinda
Happy Thanksgiving
Why do Americans celebrate Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving started with our ancestors, the English pilgrims in 1621 as a festival to give thanks for the plentiful crops and successful year. Many countries today have Thanksgiving celebrations including, Canada, Germany and Korea. Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude.
What we know today as American Thanksgiving was first held in 1621 by the English pilgrims who were celebrating their first successful harvest. They held the occasion to thank God for the great harvest in the preceding year. The 16th president of the US, Abraham Lincoln, declared the event a national holiday in America in 1863 during the American civil war. He declared that the fourth Thursday of November should be set apart to give thanks to God in prayer. Now, Americans observe Thanksgiving to celebrate good health, blessings in their family, and prosperity. On this day, families come together and prepare different meals with turkey meat being a major part of the meal.
You are in my thoughts this Thanksgiving Holiday. You’ve shared your stories, pain, growth and comments with me this past year, I’m so thankful. My life would not be as full without you in it and that would be a shame.
Happy Thanksgiving
Melinda
Wordless Wednesday*Yellow and Red Roses
Thanks for stopping by today, I appreciate your comments each week.
These beautiful flowers were for my anniversary the other day. They also smell good and are ethically grown.
Have a great day!
Melinda
Everyday Magic
Bella and Grace by Stampington
The most significant gifts are the small ones most easily overlooked. Small everyday blessings: woods, health, music, laughter, memories, books, family, friends, second chances, warm fireplaces, and all the footprints scattered throughout our days.
-Sue Monk Kidd
Enjoy your day!
Melinda
Wordless Wednesday*Good Karma in Tokyo
Thanks for stopping by today, I appreciate your comments each week.
Have a great day!
Melinda
Daily Quote
Have a great day.
Melinda
Just Pondering
What is you favorite tea?
How long do you steep?
I’m getting my tea grove going now that the temps have cooled down.
Melinda
7 Ways of Dealing with the Winter Blues — Guest Blogger Coaching Skills International
Winter is a hard time for many of us. The days are dark and cold and the nights are long. No wonder we feel down and have to fight to change our mood. If this describes you, then maybe try the following: 1. Stay active – Make sure you build exercise into your life. 2. […]
7 Ways of Dealing with the Winter Blues — Coaching Skills International
Happy Anniversary Honey
Nineteen years ago we said I do in a small chapel in the snowy mountains. It was not our first but knew it was our forever. We had met just 11 months earlier, at New Years Eve party and from the beginning knew we were meant to be together.
We’ve been down many roads in our 20 years together but we’ve always gone down them side by side.
Happy Anniversary, Honey. I love you.
Your Wife
Melinda
Christmas Decorating
This is a night time view in the fireplace mantle. It’s our first year to decorate it and we like how it turned out.
Melinda
Everyday Magic
Bella and Grace by Stampington
Close your eyes and think of the word “whimsy“.
What comes to mind?
Enjoy your day!
Melinda
Today in History November 21, 2021
Welcome to the Weekend Edition of Today in History. I’m so glad you’re enjoying the post. Have an awesome weekend.
1980
Millions tune in to find out who shot J.R.
On November 21, 1980, 350 million people around the world tune in to television’s popular primetime drama “Dallas” to find out who shot J.R. Ewing, the character fans loved to hate. J.R. had been shot on the season-ending episode the previous March 21, which now stands as one of television’s most famous cliffhangers. The plot twist inspired widespread media coverage and left America wondering “Who shot J.R.?” for the next eight months. The November 21 episode solved the mystery, identifying Kristin Shepard, J.R.’s wife’s sister and his former mistress, as the culprit.
1877
Thomas Edison announces his invention of the phonograph
Thomas Edison announces his invention of the phonograph, a way to record and play back sound. Edison stumbled on one of his great inventions—the phonograph—while working on a way to record telephone communication at his laboratory in Menlo Park, New Jersey. His work led him to …read more
1976
“Rocky” opens in theaters
On November 21, 1976, Rocky, starring Sylvester Stallone as the underdog prizefighter Rocky Balboa, debuts in New York City. The movie, which opened in theaters across the United States on December 3, 1976, was a huge box-office hit and received 10 Academy Award nominations, …read more
1934
Ella Fitzgerald wins Amateur Night at Harlem’s Apollo Theater
On the evening of November 21, 1934, a young and gangly would-be dancer took to the stage of Harlem’s Apollo Theater to participate in a harrowing tradition known as Amateur Night. Finding herself onstage as a result of pure chance after her name was drawn out of a hat, the …read more
1783
Men fly over Paris in hot air balloon
French physician Jean-François Pilatre de Rozier and François Laurent, the marquis d’ Arlandes, make the first untethered hot-air balloon flight, flying 5.5 miles over Paris in about 25 minutes. Their cloth balloon was crafted by French paper-making brothers Jacques-Étienne and …read more
Enjoy your day!
Melinda
A Moment of Joy — Guest Blogger Happy Healthy Me – a Journey
‘Look for the small things in life to bring joy’ – Confucius Joy! Just the word makes me feel happy! But did you know that experiencing moments of joy helps you think more clearly and helps you navigate through the difficult times? It’s actually a scientific fact! When you experience a moment of joy, your […]
A Moment of Joy — Happy Healthy Me – a Journey
Mindfulness:Many people are alive but don’t touch the miracle of being alive — Guest Blogger Readers Choice
Mindfulness is the practice of bringing your attention to present moment experiences. It is actively paying attention to your thoughts, body sensations and mood in a non-judgmental way Mindfulness: Is noticing all that is going on both around you and within you, at the present moment. Enables one to become an expert in knowing oneself. […]
Mindfulness:Many people are alive but don’t touch the miracle of being alive — Readers choice
Fun Facts That Will Amaze You
I’m so glad you are enjoying Fun Facts, I learn something new each week, even if it’s weird. I love hearing your comments!
Snakes do not have eyelids. Although they cannot close their eyes while they are sleeping, they can close their retinas
The Incredible Hulk was initially supposed to be gray, but according to Stan Lee, an issue with the printer turned the Hulk green
If you type the word “askew” into the Google search box, the entire page will tilt slightly
The term “astronaut” comes from Greek words that mean “star” and “sailor.”
The longest common word with all the letters in alphabetical order is “almost.”
According to Plato, wine may be tasted in moderation until age 31, but when a man reaches 40, he may drink as much as he wants to cure the “crabbedness of old age.”
No matter how badly fingerprints are damaged, they will always grow back in their original pattern
Elephants sing to each other, but their songs are in a frequency too low for humans to hear
Americans spend more time watching other people on television cook than they do cooking themselves.
Charles Darwin invented the modern office chair when he added wheels to his own chair, so he could move around his office easier.
The term “coccyx” (also known as your tailbone) is derived from the Greek word “cuckoo” (“kokkux”) because the curved shape of the tailbone resembles the bird’s beak
Enjoy the humor and try not to laugh too hard like I do each week.
Melinda
International Men’s Day
On November 19 International Men’s Day celebrates worldwide the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities. We highlight positive role models and raise awareness of men’s well-being. One of the six pillars of International Men’s Day is to improve gender relations and promote gender equality not only for men but for women too. In this light our theme for 2021 is “Better relations between men and women.”
GET INVOLVED
We provide suggestions on how you can celebrate International Men’s Day, and how to get your local community and council involved to create a community event and or a special award ceremony.
The month of November is important for the masculine soul because it gathers several events that are important to men. Movember is the month we focus on raising money for mens health. On November 20 we celebrate International Children’s day which then forms 48 hours of celebration for men and children, and the special relationship they share.
So we have plenty of reasons to celebrate International Mens Day. We invite you to check out our fact sheet on how to run a community event for International Mens Day. Feel free to use the International Mens Day Logo or adapt the IMD logo into your own language as the French have done.
You might like to thank some men who are positive male role models in your community and use our IMD Appreciation Award certificates. You can download our posters and other resources here.
International Men’s Day encourages men to teach the boys in their lives the values, character and responsibilities of being a man. Mahatma Gandhi said, “We must become the change we seek.” It is only when we all, both men and women, lead by example that we will create a fair and safe society which allows everyone the opportunity to prosper.
There are several men in my life now and in the past who have made a positive impact and made my life better.
Melinda
Changing Your Lifestyle for Better Wellbeing
Your health, wellbeing, and mental and emotional happiness should be top of your list of priorities in life. All too often, we get caught up in other things – responsibilities, careers, relationships, and other elements of day-to-day life – and fail to provide ourselves with the support we need to lead a happy and healthy existence. You need to take active steps to improve your lifestyle to get the most from each day. Here are a few suggestions that can help you to achieve this!
Tackle Bad Habits
We all have bad habits of some sort. At the end of the day, we are all just human. But you do need to make sure that you tackle any bad habits that are proving detrimental to your health or that are posing problems for you. There are many habits out there and the best way to overcome them will depend on the habit itself and you as an individual. If you smoke, you can quit by seeking support from your doctor and using quitting aids, such as nicotine patches or nicotine gum. If you are addicted to drugs, inpatient drug rehab can help to get you back on the right track. If you eat excessive unhealthy foods, a nutritional meal plan and meal prepping can help you to avoid unhealthy convenience foods and to know what you should be putting in your body for a healthy diet. Sure, tackling bad habits can be difficult. But be patient and persevere. You will see the result you want as long as you stick to your support plan.
Removing Negative Elements from Your Life
Is there something in your life that consistently makes you unhappy? It’s time to remove it or to remove yourself from it. If you find that you dread going to work each morning, it may be time to consider a new career or working for a new company. If you find that your partner constantly makes you unhappy, or that you are constantly arguing, you may want to consider ending the relationship or seeking couples therapy. If you are bored, you should pick up some hobbies. If you are lonely, you should reach out to friends and family or engage in activities where you can make new friends. If you are struggling with your mental health, you should seek support from doctors, therapists, or counselors. Whatever your struggle, there will be a logical solution for it.
Relax
Make sure to take some time to relax. All too many of us get caught up in our routines and responsibilities and fail to make time for ourselves. It’s important that you do take time to do either nothing or to let your hair down. Different people find different relaxation techniques beneficial. Whether you want to run a bath, sit and watch a show or film, go for a long walk, or anything else, make sure to schedule time in your routine.
These suggestions should help you to lead a healthier, happier, and more positive life! Give them a try.
This is a collaborative post.
Melinda
#Weekend Music Share *Disco Fav-Bee Gee’s Night Fever
I’m so glad you’ve joined me this week for another edition of Weekend Music Share.
Welcome back to Weekend Music Share; the place where everyone can share their favorite music.
Feel free to use the ‘Weekend Music Share‘ banner in your post, and don’t forget to use the hashtag #WeekendMusicShare on social media so other participants can find your post.
Melinda
Friday Quote 10/18/2021
Have a great weekend!
So glad you stopped by today and look forward to hearing your comments.
Melinda
Everyday Magic
Bella and Grace by Stampington
Singing along to our favorite songs is a quick way to turn a day around.
What songs always make you feel good?
Enjoy your day!
Melinda
Happy Birthday Gramps 1918-2010
It’s so hard to believe you’ve been gone from this earth for almost 12 years. I love you with all my heart. You will never know how much your love shaped my life and the person I am today.
I think of you every year on your birthday even when you’re not here, it’s a celebration of the day you were born.
You brought sunshine to so many people’s lives and showed me what a decent person looked and acted like. Thank you for taking me in to live with you and granny as a troubled teen. You help change the trajectory of my life and I know I would not be where I am today without you to guide me.
Happy Birthday! I love you more than words can say.
Melinda
National AIDS Awareness Month
AIDS Awareness Month, observed every October, supports educational campaigns that disseminate science-based, factual, and clear information to youths, at-risk people, and the general public. With over 37 million people living with HIV worldwide, public information about its prevention, transmission, and treatment must be accurate and widely available.
Advocates have several goals including educating people about the importance of knowing your status and regular testing, lobbying for accessible and affordable testing and treatment, reducing stigma, ensuring the public has accurate information about HIV risk and transmission and supporting patients living with HIV/AIDS.
Did you know?
There were approximately 37.6 million people across the globe with HIV in 2020. Of these, 35.9 million were adults and 1.7 million were children (<15 years old).
New HIV Infections—An estimated 1.5 million individuals worldwide acquired HIV in 2020, marking a 30% decline in new HIV infections since 2010. (New HIV infections, or “HIV incidence,” refers to the estimated number of people who newly acquired the HIV virus during given period such as a year, which is different from the number of people diagnosed with HIV during a year. (Some people may have HIV but not know it.) Of these new HIV infections:
- 1.3 million were among adults
- 160,000 were among children (<15 years old)
HIV Testing—Approximately 84% of people with HIV globally knew their HIV status in 2020. The remaining 16% (about 6.0 million people) still need access to HIV testing services. HIV testing is an essential gateway to HIV prevention, treatment, care and support services.
The greatest thing to me about the above paragraph is almost 85% of people knew their HIV status thru testing. Testing is more assessable than ever before and can even be done in the privacy of your own home.
We’ve come a long way with education, advocacy, and testing of HIV/AIDS and we will move even further in the coming years.
If you have any doubt, get tested.
Be safe, have safe sex, and know your health status.
Melinda
National Marrow Awareness Month
National Marrow Awareness Month is an annual designation observed in November. During this time, we celebrate and honor the accomplishments of physicians who perform transplant research. We also acknowledge those who have donated stem cells and bone marrow in order to save others’ lives. Every year in the U.S., over 17,000 people are diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses in which they need a bone marrow, or umbilical cord blood transplant. These types of transplants replace diseased cells with healthy cells. The tricky part tends to be finding a well-matched donor. This is key when it comes to a successful transplant, which is why the more people who donate marrow, the more survivors we have. This month as we honor National Marrow Awareness, we encourage you to consider becoming a donor and potentially saving a life. If you are someone that regularly donates or has in the past, we thank you!
The best way to observe this important day is to donate Marrow!
Donating means volunteering to donate your cells for blood stem cell or marrow transplantation. You can donate to a family member, a friend, or anyone in the world who needs it and matches with you.
I’m on the Bone Marrow Donor List and have been for years but have never been called to donate. You can save the life of someone with cancer and other illnesses by a simple procedure done at the hospital.
I hope you will contact your local Bone Marrow Donor organization to find out more information. One day your family or a loved one may need you, not to mention you can save a stranger’s life. What would be greater than giving someone life?
Melinda
Wordless Wednesday*Sunset at Yosemite National Park
Thanks for stopping by today, I appreciate your comments each week.
Have a great day!
Melinda
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