Friday June 4, 2010

Today is Friday June 4, 2010

National Donut Day

Ah, the donut. Deep-fried, sweetened, and sometimes frosted but always delicious. Did you know that National Donut Day started as a fundraiser for the Salvation Army? During the Great Depression as a way to help the needy and honor the Salvation Army, the “lassies” of World War 1 served donuts to soldiers behind the front lines. Good to know our boys were fed well! Enjoy National Donut Day by indulging in a fresh donut or by picking up a box of donut holes to share with others.

Today is also National Hug Your Cat Day & National Cheese Day & National Frozen Yogurt Day

June is Gay Pride Month & Great Outdoors Month

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On this day in History:

1717 - The Freemasons were founded in London.


1911 - Gold was discovered in Alaska's Indian Creek.

1942 - Glenn Wallichs for Capitol Records came up with the idea of sending out "promotional" copies of records to radio announcers around the U.S.

1942 - The Battle of Midway began. It was the first major victory for America over Japan during World War II. The battle ended on June 6 and ended Japanese expansion in the Pacific.

1984 - For the first time in 32 years, Arnold Palmer failed to make the cut for the U.S. Open golf tournament.

1984 - Bruce Springsteen released his "Born in the U.S.A." album.


Quote of the Day:
"I believe that the ultimate in self-actualization is when a person is confused about the difference between employment and recreation."


--Ken Blanchard

QUICK TIP:

Felt Circles






1. Secure slinky garments. Stick a felt circle onto each arm of a hanger to keep clothes from sliding off.






2. Anchor a cutting board. Place a circle under each corner of the board so it stays put while you slice and dice.






3. Prevent tabletop scratches. Attach a circle to the bottom of a vase so it doesn’t scuff surfaces.






4. Keep your kitchen quiet. Hush a banging cabinet door by sticking a circle on a corner on the inside of the door.






5. Protect the walls. Position felt on each corner of a picture frame so the edges won’t mark the paintwork.