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Post by ZandraJoi on Apr 10, 2021 8:00:41 GMT -5
"Each year on April 10th, National Farm Animals Day focuses attention on the humane care of farm animals. The day also aims to find homes for abandoned and abused farm animals. A variety of animals have been domesticated and raised on farms for food. They provide eggs, milk, cheese, meat, wool, leather, and other products. Most farmers raise their livestock responsibly. Providing a quality environment for them to grow benefits not only the animal but the farmer, too. Farmers invest in their livestock from the time they’re born, providing nutritious food, and ensuring robust and healthy development. They also provide ideal conditions for their breed. Farmers are continually educating themselves about the livestock they raise so they can provide them with the best care possible. However, some people do abuse and neglect their animals. When poor conditions are discovered, and animals are malnourished, it’s essential to report the case to a veterinarian for review."
My notes: Be sure they are not CAFO- Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations. They make the animals stay inside, on hard cement, crowded together. No access to fresh air or able to run around in an open pasture. They are also given many hormones & antibiotics to make them grow faster. Note too, just 'cos you don't eat meat, if you consume dairy (even in the form of a candy bar or baked good), if it's not organic, it most likely is CAFO.
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Post by Bob on Apr 18, 2021 18:23:27 GMT -5
Sadly, I think the vast majority of people agree with the ethical treatment of animals. But they unknowingly support CAFOs etc. And there are too many people out there who don't care either way. They just want their meat, and don't care about anything else except that it tastes good. And more importantly, CAFOs can sell their crap cheaper while most people cannot afford to buy organic, grass fed, etc.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Apr 10, 2022 8:22:47 GMT -5
"Observed each year on April 10th is National Encourage a Young Writer Day. Do you know a young person who has a vivid imagination, maybe someone who likes to tell stories and reads a lot of books? These may be the signs of a great young writer. National Encourage a Young Writer Day would be a good time to talk to them about their ideas and dreams. Encourage them to pursue their goals and develop their writing skills." My notes: Writing is a great outlet & should be encouraged
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Post by spg on Apr 10, 2022 8:48:06 GMT -5
I agree. But it needs talent too.
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Post by lainee on Apr 11, 2022 18:49:11 GMT -5
ZandraJoi, spg, I agree, @zandrajoi...writing IS a great outlet and a healthy one, too! Better to write it down than start a fight. :-) And, spg, you're right...it helps if you have a talent for it, too. Without some kind of talent, your words may not get through to people the way you had hoped
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Post by ZandraJoi on Apr 10, 2023 7:17:55 GMT -5
"It’s time to fill the home with warmth on National Cinnamon Crescent Day! Each year, this pastry holiday causes mouth-watering excitement on April 10th. The crescent-shaped dough is filled with sugar, cinnamon, and butter then rolled, shaped, and baked to a golden brown deliciousness. You can add icing for an extra sweet touch. While they are amazing served piping hot from the oven, these rolls also taste delicious once they’ve cooled down. Don’t hesitate to make extra, because they will not last long."
My notes: I like cinnamon but haven't had it in a crescent. Do you like them? Do you make them yourself?
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Post by Steve on Apr 11, 2023 6:32:08 GMT -5
I'm not a big fan of cinnamon so I rarely eat anything that tastes like it.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Apr 10, 2024 7:24:18 GMT -5
"April 10 means today is National Erase Self-Negativity Day on the National Day Calendar. We are spending the day encouraging everyone to take steps toward erasing the influence negative self-talk has on our lives. It's also a day where we will focus on changing this negative habit into a time of personal empowerment. Some people think speaking negatively to themselves is a way for them to identify their downfalls or shortcomings and move forward. Even though we may believe negative self-talk is a reasonable and a harmless thing to do, this type of behavior can significantly damage self-esteem over time. We are here to tell you speaking negatively to ourselves is a habit. A bad habit. The good news is we can begin to erase the habit of negative self-talk starting today on National Erase Self-Negativity Day." My notes: How can we expand this day into all other days & to not just ourselves but each other? What will you do for today? My answer is simple: Keeping being a Human BEing
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