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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 13, 2020 9:35:48 GMT -5
"On November 13th, as part of World Kindness Day, we are encouraged to spread kindness like an infectious cold. We want to share it more than usual because studies show when others observe kindness in action they are more likely to carry out an act of kindness, too. So, imagine if you head out for the day and your neighbor’s garbage can has tipped over. Instead of ignoring it and letting the wind make a mess, you pick it up and return it to the corner. Three other neighbors notice and give you a smile and a nod on their way to work. One of those neighbors notices a stranded driver on the side of the road on his commute to work. He remembers your thoughtfulness and offers assistance to the stranded driver. Several passersby take notice. At a business office, a woman struggles with a paper jam. She’s had a horrible day. The customer has been waiting, but she remembers the stranded driver she passed earlier in the day. The customer lets the office worker know to take her time. Everyone has a bad day. We each have the potential to improve each others’ lives through understanding and kindness. Whether it’s a friend, family member, coworker or stranger, our ability to show our humanity should have no limit."
My notes: Pay it forward. Do things out of the blue. Just because.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 15, 2020 15:52:28 GMT -5
WOW... had no idea that this day existed, but Kindness deserves to be celebrated. Thanks for posting and teaching me something new.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 13, 2021 8:59:13 GMT -5
"National Indian Pudding Day recognizes a cold-weather classic. On November 13th each year, serve up this traditional New England dessert that’s sure to wow. In the seventeenth century, English colonists brought hasty pudding to North America, transforming it. Although they initially made the pudding with wheat, due to a shortage of grain, the colonists eventually used cornmeal. Since the colonists had learned to cultivate maize (corn) from the indigenous peoples, the crop was readily available. The colonists derived the name for Indian pudding from their name for cornmeal – Indian meal. They also replaced the water with milk. For added flavor, cooks add either molasses or maple syrup. Other ingredients they added include cinnamon, ground ginger, butter, eggs, raisins, and nuts. They then slowly baked the Indian pudding for several hours. Baking transforms the pudding’s texture from the original porridge-like quality of hasty pudding to a much smoother consistency which is more typical of custard.
Before 1900, most American cookbooks included a recipe for Indian pudding. By the 20th-century, commercial puddings with an industrially perfect creamy consistency replaced the popularity of Indian pudding. The long cooking time required for Indian pudding did not appeal to 20th century home cooks. However, during the autumn holidays, Indian pudding some restaurants serve the dish due to its fall traditions. Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream pair nicely with Indian pudding."
My notes: Who has had Indian Pudding? I've never have but it looks interesting with the history.
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Post by Bob on Nov 15, 2021 18:58:20 GMT -5
I've never heard of it. Never had it and doesn't sound very good. But I'd try it if somebody had it but I wouldn't make it if it had a long cooking time.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 13, 2022 9:41:21 GMT -5
"National Hug a Musician Day comes around annually on November 13. A lot of work goes into being a musician, and not everyone‘s aware of it. If you know a musician who spends hours a day practicing and hours a night playing at bars, clubs, and concerts, envelop them in a big ol’ loving hug and let them know they’re appreciated."
My notes: Anybody know of musicians? Are you yourself one?
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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 13, 2023 8:41:08 GMT -5
"World Orphans Day, celebrated on November 13, is an important date for Americans to come together and show that they care about the orphans in their community. Millions of young children face problems because one or both of their parents are no longer in this world. It is important for the community to make arrangements for their education, health, shelter, food, and social well-being. World Orphans Day is the perfect opportunity for well-meaning and socially responsible Americans to show that they stand with orphans in their time of need." My notes: I remember hearing about the Big Brother/ Big Sister program when I was young. Although I never had the opportunity to participate, I feel it's one of the many ways we can help out. You don't have to sign up to a program. Get to know your neighbors & then you'll find out if they need a bit of extra.
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Post by Steve on Nov 14, 2023 13:00:45 GMT -5
I wish we had a Big Brother program where I live. Child Protective Services are a joke and it's the children who suffer.
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