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Post by ZandraJoi on Feb 4, 2021 10:27:26 GMT -5
"National Create A Vacuum Day on February 4th explores spaces void of matter. On this day, we are challenged to create one. A vacuum is created when the pressure inside a space is lower than the pressure outside the area. Itโs difficult in a world full of minuscule particles of matter to create a space that has absolutely no matter. However, we create partial or simple vacuums at home. One of the easiest ways is using a syringe. By plugging up the open end and pulling back on the plunger, the space inside will be mostly free of matter. There will always be microscopic particles remaining, though."
My notes: Interesting day!
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Post by ZandraJoi on Feb 4, 2022 10:23:38 GMT -5
"On February 4th, National Hemp Day proudly weaves a celebration surrounding an industry with a long and innovative history.
Did you know hemp has been a part of human civilization for thousands of years? The worldโs earliest civilizations used hemp fibers to make fabric for clothing and other materials. Even Americaโs founding fathers drafted early documents on hemp paper. During the last century, leaders used a โHemp for Victoryโ campaign during WWII to encourage farmers to grow hemp for military use. Since then, hemp has been an essential material in the innovation of several industries. For example, shipping, construction, and textiles rely on hemp for numerous products. The construction industry started using hemp in place of concrete (known as hempcrete) since it is windproof and offers a lower carbon footprint. The Industrial Hemp Pilot Program allowed several states to grow, cultivate, and process hemp for agricultural purposes. These programs brought thousands of new jobs to an industry that had long been considered obsolete because of the Schedule I classification of hemp (the same classification as heroin and LSD).
In 2018, the hemp industry celebrated a massive win with the passage of the Farm Bill. Hemp โ including the leaves, stalks, and stems โ has since been rescheduled to a Schedule V classification, the same as OTC low-dose codeine. As a result, the growing, producing, and distribution of hemp are legal on a national level. Products made from hemp such as CBD, clothing, plastics, paint, insulation, and biofuels will now be more readily available. The passing of the 2018 Farm Bill brings massive growth potential. Some publications estimate that the hemp industry will become a multi-billion dollar industry for the United States."
My notes: Hemp is good all around, for health & the environment.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Feb 4, 2023 8:00:32 GMT -5
"February 4th heats up with National Homemade Soup Day. In every cuisine, soup provides a rich basis of flavor and history. Before the era of modern transportation, soup was a product of regionally available foods. For this reason, there are thousands of soup recipes available today."
My notes: What is your favorite soup to make? I like chunky tomato soup.
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Post by Steve on Feb 4, 2023 8:24:04 GMT -5
May the fourth be with you.
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Post by Bob on Feb 5, 2023 18:44:14 GMT -5
My favorite soup is chicken.
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Post by lainee on Feb 5, 2023 20:56:27 GMT -5
I like Chicken soups, Cream of Mushroom & Broccoli Cheddar
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Post by Steve on Feb 6, 2023 9:42:03 GMT -5
Cream of Mushroom & Broccoli Cheddar Are you sure we're not twins? I love those too!
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Post by spice on Feb 6, 2023 10:18:06 GMT -5
Love home made soup - Potato soup
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Post by lainee on Feb 7, 2023 14:46:45 GMT -5
Cream of Mushroom & Broccoli Cheddar Are you sure we're not twins? I love those too! Steve , LMAO! Well, you know what they say about great minds...
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Post by Steve on Feb 7, 2023 16:05:18 GMT -5
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Post by ZandraJoi on Feb 4, 2024 9:17:33 GMT -5
"National Thank A Mail Carrier Day (also known as Thank a Mailman Day) on February 4th reminds us that someone makes sure the mail gets through 6 days a week 52 weeks a year. The day reminds us just how important mail carriers are to our daily lives. Take time out of your day to thank the mail carrier responsible for delivering your mail."
My notes: They have an important job but some just don't live up to their job! If it's too stressful, they need to find better ways to help the workers. We've had mail carriers just dump packages wherever & even forged our signature because they didn't want to come down the driveway (was a nice day & not like it was in winter where driveway wasn't plowed). Other than that, it's a vital job that we need more of to help handle the load.
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