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Post by ZandraJoi on Oct 27, 2020 8:35:43 GMT -5
"Don’t be superstitious on National Black Cat Day! October 27th celebrates the beauty of these sleek creatures. The day also seeks to raise awareness about the low adoption rates for black cats. This time of year, many black cats may decorate many thresholds for Halloween and windows for spooky decor. However, these felines deserve the love and attention just as much as their tabby equivalents. Old notions have given these furry critters a bad reputation. The day is about turning that reputation around. Their black canine counterparts also face similar adoption problems. So, it’s not all about myth and mystery. However, increasing support for the black feline’s plight is the goal of this companion holiday."
My notes: We've had black cats before. Had an all black one over 2 decades ago. He was my little lover.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 31, 2020 14:10:40 GMT -5
I would love to adopt a black cat one day that I can name Ebony for a female and Cole for a male. >^..^<
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Post by ZandraJoi on Oct 27, 2021 8:23:22 GMT -5
"Navy Day on October 27th salutes all of the military personnel who have served, both past and present, in the United States Navy. The United States Navy (USN) is the naval warfare service branch of the United States Armed Forces and one of the seven uniformed services of the United States. The U.S. Navy currently stands as the largest, most powerful navy in the world, with the highest combined battle fleet tonnage. The service engages over 340,000 personnel on active duty and more than 71,000 in the Navy Reserve.
Navy History Throughout the Revolutionary War, the Navy’s importance grew. Today, the United States maintains 40 naval bases across the country, including the world’s largest Naval Station Norfolk, in Norfolk, Virginia. Below the sea, submarines became a part of the Navy during World War II. While experiments began in the late 1800s and during the Civil War, they did not join a large part of the Navy inventory until World War II. At that point, subs became necessary for surveillance and rescue, even though they were also armed. With the advent of the airplane, the Navy became vital stations for the Airforce as well. As a result, the Navy modified ships into floating landing strips. Today, joint Naval and Airbases such as Pearl Harbor-Hickam provided necessary fleets of the sea and air defense.
Theodore Roosevelt and the Navy Between 1922 and 1972, the Navy celebrated its birthday on October 27th in honor of President Theodore Roosevelt’s birth. He elevated the U.S. Navy to a premier fighting force. During his term as Assistant Secretary of the Navy, he built up the power and strength of the U.S. Navy. Roosevelt’s pursuit of the naval aircraft advanced the U.S. Navy. As president, Roosevelt was the first president to submerge in a submarine and also the first to fly. His support of the Navy led the former Secretary of the Navy, John F. Lehman, to say, Theodore Roosevelt, “was one of the architects of our modern Navy.”"
My notes: Another branch of the military to honor those men & women who are keeping us safe.
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Post by Bob on Oct 27, 2021 17:56:11 GMT -5
I'm glad we have them.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Oct 27, 2022 8:39:05 GMT -5
"National Civics Day on October 27th celebrates the importance of civic education all across America. The observance also commemorates the date the Federalist Papers were first published on October 27, 1787. These documents served as a foundation for the United States Constitution.
About the Federalist Papers Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison wrote 85 essays under the pen name “Publius.” The essays were published in newspapers across New York State. The first essay was published on October 27, 1787. The Federalist Papers (also known as The Federalist) supported the passing of the United States Constitution and urged citizens to ratify the legislation. Hamilton, Jay, and Madison’s essays outlined the Constitution providing thorough explanations for citizens."
My notes: Some good history as they were the foundation for our Constitution.
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Post by lainee on Oct 27, 2022 17:09:45 GMT -5
Schools should concentrate more on Civics, to help our students learn the true facts about this great Country! Instead of being 'woke', teach our kids about American History and tell them the Truth!
All of it....the good & the bad That way we learn from our mistakes & we don't do it again:-)
God Bless the USA
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Post by ZandraJoi on Oct 29, 2022 9:52:40 GMT -5
Schools should concentrate more on Civics, to help our students learn the true facts about this great Country! Instead of being 'woke', teach our kids about American History and tell them the Truth!
All of it....the good & the bad That way we learn from our mistakes & we don't do it again:-) God Bless the USA I agree with you! I learned more after I graduated that was NOT in history books as they tend to be one-sided.
Those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.- Winston Churchill
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Post by lainee on Oct 29, 2022 17:45:13 GMT -5
That's the truth, ZandraJoi! History books ARE one-sided...and, that's too bad! And, wise words indeed, from a great man, Winston Churchill!
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Post by Bob on Oct 30, 2022 17:10:28 GMT -5
Yeah, they don't teach proper civics in public schools.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Oct 27, 2023 8:34:51 GMT -5
"National American Beer Day raises a glass to the rich American beermaking history and those who savor the continued traditions. Pour your favorite pint with millions who enjoy the storied brews across the nation.
U.S. Brewing History Brewing beer in America begins long before Europeans arrived since Native Americans brewed beer from a variety of ingredients. They used corn, birch sap, and water to ferment their beverage. Then when the first colonists arrived in Virginia, they began combining their brewing traditions with the supplies at hand - that included corn, too. Since then, brewing and brewers became a principal occupation in the colonies. Interestingly, the first white child born in Manhattan grew up to be the first brewer born in America."
My notes: Who drinks beer? What brand is your favorite? I have never drank so cannot answer this lol
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Post by Steve on Oct 27, 2023 11:22:05 GMT -5
My favorite is Rolling Rock because it doesn't have that nasty aftertaste that other beers have.
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