Eat an Apple Day - September 17

Had an apple lately?
You know what they say
"An apple a day keeps the doctor away"
Have a apple!

Moon Day - September 14

In 1959 The Soviet probe Luna 2 crashes onto the Moon
becoming the first man-made object to reach it.
41 years later we are conquering space...we are still working on it..
Gaze at the moon tonight and wonder what the next 41 years will bring.

Bird Day - September 13

What is your favorite bird?
Enjoy their beauty today.
Don't forget to feed them when it gets cold outside.

Remember Day - September 11

Remember those that lost their lives on September 11th, 2001.
Remember those families that are missing loved ones.
Remember life before 9/11/2001.
Remember how secure we felt.
Remember how comfortable it was to board a plane.
Remember when there was no mention of security levels.
Take a moment today to say a prayer and remember.

Needle and Thread Day - September 10

Teach a child a few stitches today..
You never know they may need to mend something
sometime in their lifes.
Sew on a button?
Pick up a needle in thread today.
We are honoring
Elias Howe who was  granted a patent for the sewing machine
on this day in 1846!
 

Salami Day - September 8

Speaks for itself.
You know what to do!

Sunshine Day - September 7

Look for the sunshine in your life.
Home, kids, spouse, health, money?
Whatever it is: Be happy today you have some sunshine.

Wonderful Wierdos Day - September 6

Do you have a weird side to you?
Break into song whenever possible?
Whistle while you walk?
Start dancing to your favorite tunes?
Love the hula hoop?
Like to juggle?
What ever it might be,
Celebrate it today and enjoy!

One small step day - September 5

Thinking about change?
Learn a new skill?
Meet more people?
Redecorate your home?
Take one small step today toward that goal.

Oatmeal Day - September 4

The benefits of oatmeal are plenty.
Be sure and start with the plain kind.
All those flavors also add sugar.

• Reduces LDL cholesterol (the bad kind)
• Aids in reducing sugar level spikes
• Helps reduce heart disease
• Source of protein
• Contains Vitamin E, zinc, copper

Top with more good stuff.
Fresh fruit.
Cinnamon
What would it hurt to have a cup of oatmeal today?

Science Fiction Day - September 1

A Trip to the Moon
 considered one of the first science fiction films
was released in France on this day.
Are you a science fiction buff?
Watch a good science fiction movie.
Pick up a science fiction book.
Enjoy!

Trail Mix Day - August 31

A mix of high energy snacks that are easy to carry.
The name is give by the main use of eating while hiking.
You can make you own with your favorites:

•  M&M'S®
• Cheerios
• Pretzels
•  Sunflower seeds
• Dried fruit
• Wheat Chex
• Rice Chex
• Peanuts
•  Hard cheeses
• Dates
• Oatmeal
• Raisins
• Nuts
• All kinds of Granola

Stay away from anything too sticky or salty!
Put in ziploc bag and enjoy..

Toasted Marshmallow Day - August 30

Easy! Toast a marshmallow today...
How do you like yours done?

Cinnamon Day - August 28

Various study results:

• 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon per day can lower LDL cholesterol.
• May have a regulatory effect on blood sugar
• Cinnamon has shown an amazing ability to stop medication-resistant yeast infections.
• May reduce the proliferation of leukemia and lymphoma cancer cells.
• It has an anti-clotting effect on the blood.
• Half a teaspoon of cinnamon powder combined with one tablespoon of honey every morning before breakfast had significant relief in arthritis pain.
• When added to food, it inhibits bacterial growth and food spoilage, making it a natural food preservative.
• One study found that smelling cinnamon boosts cognitive function and memory.
• It is a great source of manganese, fiber, iron, and calcium.

So what is stopping you from enjoying cinnamon?

Dog Day - August 26

Celebrate your dog today!
After all he/she is your companion.
Dogs listen to your moods without complaining.
Petting them calms the soul...
Take yours for a walk, play a bit,
sit and pet them. Give them an extra treat.

Kiss Day - August 25

Today is Gene Simmons birthday...
Rock to a Kiss tune today!

Schedule a physical day - August 24

Had a physical lately?
Feeling fine...you say..don't need it..
What about those hidden problems.
High blood pressure..cholesterol..sugar issues..
Gaining weight don't know why...
Losing weight don't know why..
Maybe it is time to find out...
Make that phone call..

Polish Sausage Day - August 23

How do like yours?
Solo or with a bun?
Grilled, steamed, fried?
What is your garnish?
Mustard, sauerkraut, BBQ sauces?
Something else?
Have one today!

Be an Angel Day - August 22

BE AN ANGEL:
DO ONE SMALL ACT OF SERVICE FOR SOMEONE;
BE A BLESSING IN SOMEONE'S LIFE.

Chicken Dance Day - August 21

Remember the Chicken Dance?
Sure you do...
Lighten up...
Chicken Dance Example,, in case you forgot

Root Beer Float Day - August 20

Root beer Floats!
You take some vanilla ice cream...add root beer
then enjoy it.
When was that last time you had one?
How simple!
But you already knew that..

Cupcake Day - August 18

Cupcakes...How fun!
Make them any flavor you like...
Decorate them anyway you want...
Pass around the fun and have the kids help..
Enjoy!

Thrift Store Day - August 17

Have you been to a thrift store lately?
Lots of treasures there...
You may just find the right item at the right price..
...and just maybe support a charity...
Check one out today..

S'Mores Day - August 10

Pretty simple...
Take a graham cracker, add an all chocolate slice.
Add toasted marshmallow...
Top with another graham cracker.
Eat and enjoy!
Did you know they even have S'more makers?

Wrap it up Day - August 9

Meaning: something is over, done with, finished.
So wrap it up....get it done!

Western Day - August 8

Western Day...
A lot you can do!
Listen to your favorite country western song,
Watch a western movie or old TV series.
Bonanza anyone?
Have a campfire with beans and biscuits on the grate.
Put on your western Garb.
Visit a town named Western....
Have a stagecoach or horse in the area?
Learn how to rope.
Have a good old western type day.