Today is Tuesday June 22, 2010

National Chocolate Eclair Day

Did you know that eclair is the French word for lightning? It is believed that these delicious pastries got their name from the glistening frosting resembling a flash of lightning. 

Eclairs have been a favorite treat since at least the 1860's and will be a bakery shop staple for a long, long time. Eclairs are carefully baked until the dough rises just enough to allow for a hollow interior. Then, cream is piped into its center and the eclair is topped off with icing. 

With that sugary, crispy dough and cream filling, they are a favorite dessert worldwide and it is difficult to eat just one. But you can start your diet tomorrow, right?

June is Gay Pride Month & Great Outdoors Month

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On this day in History:

	1772 - Slavery was outlawed in England. 1933 - Germany became a one political party country when Hitler banned parties other than the Nazis. 1944 - U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt signed the "GI Bill of Rights" to provide broad benefits for veterans of the war. 1946 - Jet airplanes were used to transport mail for the first time. 1959 - Eddie Lubanski rolled 24 consecutive strikes in a bowling tournament in Miami, FL. 1990 - Billy Joel became the first rock artist to perform at Yankee Stadium.

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Quote of the Day:

"My mother drew a distinction between achievement and success. She said that achievement is the knowledge that you have studied and worked hard and done the best that is in you. Success is being praised by others, and that’s nice, too, but not as important or satisfying. Always aim for achievement and forget about success."

--Helen Hayes -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Today's Tip:

Vegetable oil will put a shine on leather shoes. Use a damp cloth to remove any dirt, then run a soft cloth with a drop of oil over the surface to (literally) add polish.