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Post by ZandraJoi on Jan 3, 2021 9:20:10 GMT -5
"On January 3rd National Drinking Straw Day commemorates the date in 1888 that Marvin C. Stone received the patent for the paper drinking straw. Since then, a variety of drinking straws are used. It is believed the Sumerians used the very first drinking straws for drinking beer. Archeologists speculate they used the straws to avoid the solid byproducts of fermentation that would have sunk to the bottom. The oldest drinking straw known to be in existence was found in a Sumerian tomb dated 3,000 B.C.E. This found straw was a gold tube inlaid with a precious blue stone. The Argentines used a similar metallic device called a bombilla. Used for hundreds of years, the bombilla acted as both a straw and a sieve. Today, manufacturers make a variety of reusable straws. From stainless steel and glass to bamboo and silicone, they not only save money and the environment, but they are also fun to use. They come in a variety of creative shapes and colors."
My notes: I encourage people tho to ditch the straws & if you must use one, use a reusable one. Even when going out to eat. We bring our own containers as well as our stainless steel straws.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 5, 2021 20:38:06 GMT -5
Interesting. Had no idea there was a day for drinking straws. And yes, I wish all the straws were reusable and biodegradable!
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Post by ZandraJoi on Jan 3, 2022 9:35:49 GMT -5
"January 3rd spotlights National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day and a favorite during many holidays. Furthermore, the National Confectioners Association has been known to recognize this day as an annual event. Chocolate-covered cherry lovers know how impossible it is to eat just one of these candies. Candy makers combine these two favorite flavors into one delicious treat and it turns into something irresistible. They also often make the candy with a sweet liquid center and in some cases a liqueur filling.
Chocolate covered cherries are also chocolate cordials. They can be either store-bought or homemade. There are many recipes that mimic the flavor of this well-loved candy. Either way, they are known to many as a mid-winter pick-me-up. During the 1700s in England, cherries were enclosed in chocolate with a little kirsch (cordial) liqueur. After finding their way to the United States, Americans began delighting in the little bit of alcoholic cordial surrounding the fruit dipped in chocolate. Although originally made with the liqueur, cordials, or chocolate-covered cherries are more commonly made with a sugar syrup flavored with cherries. The pitted cherries have been cooked in sugar syrup and jarred."
My notes: I always loved chocolate covered cherries! Can't find an organic version tho.
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Post by lainee on Jan 3, 2022 19:20:30 GMT -5
ZandraJoi, Yep, I love them, too! Just can't find that organic one:-)
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Post by Bob on Jan 13, 2022 18:31:52 GMT -5
Love chocolate covered cherries!
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Post by ZandraJoi on Jan 3, 2023 9:35:24 GMT -5
"J.R.R. Tolkien Day on January 3 is “The Lord of the Rings” author’s birthday and you’re encouraged to toast him in celebration. You may remember from the story that Frodo toasts his Uncle Bilbo on Bilbo’s birthday every year. Now, over sixty years after the trilogy’s original publication, The Tolkien Society asks fans to honor Tolkien’s birth, which itself was January 3, 1892. Come up with a few words of adulation on your own, or use the official Society phrase: “The Professor!” If you want to celebrate J.R.R. Tolkien Day with a few extra meals in addition to the toast, in true hobbit fashion, Frodo would certainly approve!"
My notes: I know of people who are into his works. I have watched The Lord of the Rings as well as remember reading his hobbit books when I was young.
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Post by spg on Jan 3, 2023 10:13:40 GMT -5
The LoTR guy Loved the series.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Jan 3, 2024 9:02:41 GMT -5
"Earth at Perihelion is observed two weeks after the December Solstice, which falls on January 3 or 4 every year — January 3 this year. On this day, the Earth is at the point in its orbit where it is closest to the Sun. The difference is not significant enough to affect the weather, so it remains winter in the northern hemisphere of the earth, and summer in the southern hemisphere. Earth reaching Perihelion is a normal occurrence that happens year after year without anything of significance being noted. However, it is still a day to celebrate all the great things about our favorite star — the Sun." My notes: I have never heard of Perihelion? Have you? I'll tag Senkusha for this one as she may have an idea
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Post by Senkusha on Jan 4, 2024 10:31:22 GMT -5
This is the first I've heard of this concept as well. Although, maybe I'll start looking into it. Perhaps that's why our New Year starts on the first of January, as a mis-calculation from our ancestors to this significant placement in our Journey around the Sun? I've always wondered "why is January 1st the new year? I mean, the Spring Equinox makes more sense, as life is regenerating again and birthings are beginning all over. I do believe, that our ancient ancestors believed that April 1st was the new year. Our Astrological charts begin with Aries (March 23 -- note The Spring Equinox!!). And April First was turned into April Fools Day when the official [modern day] calendar was accepted [enforced].
I've read that The Celts believed that the New Year started on November 1st (why Samhain (pronounced Sol-Winn) on October 31 was such a revered day.).
The Norse believed that the Winter Solstice (December 21) was actually two days long, and followed a thirteen month long lunar calendar (this extra day adjusts the calendar to fit the solar calendar from 364 days to 365 days).
I actually find the subject of the Calendar to be fascinating, and believe that we should be following the more natural lunar cycle of 28 day, 13 month years (with an extra day for celebrations (the 365th day -- and a day of rest and celebration!!). Our bodies also use a 28 day cycle (men too, although, it's not nearly as pronounced).
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Post by ZandraJoi on Jan 5, 2024 20:27:21 GMT -5
Senkusha, I appreciate your answer & I always look forward to what you have to say. I too had wondered what was so special about January. It didn't fall on anything significant.
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