Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Today is Tuesday, December 27th, 2011 

National Fruit Cake Day

Today is National Fruit Cake Day! Although fruit cakes are certainly a delicious treat to enjoy around the holidays, they are quite possibly the most popular re-gifted item. A whopping 38% of people say they give fruit cakes away when they receive them!
Nevertheless, fruit cakes have remained popular for thousands of years. Originating in Ancient Egypt, they were often placed inside tombs because they were believed to be essential for the journey to the afterlife.
The Crusaders were also known to eat fruit cakes because they were full of nutritious items like dried fruits and nuts, and could also withstand the Crusaders' long journeys.
To celebrate National Fruit Cake Day, buy one at your local grocery store to share with friends!
December is National Fruit Cake Month & National Egg Nog Month

mages and text courtesy of MyPunchbowl.com" -- http://www.mypunchbowl.com/
History
for December 27

1831 - Charles Darwin set out on a voyage to the Pacific aboard the HMS Beagle. Darwin's discoveries during the voyage helped him form the basis of his theories on evolution.

1932 - Radio City Music Hall opened its doors to the public for the first time.

1945 - The World Bank was created with an agreement signed by 28 nations.

1947 - The children's television program "Howdy Doody," hosted by Bob Smith, made its debut on NBC.

1971 - Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy and Woodstock of Charles Schulz’ "Peanuts" comic strip were on the cover of "Newsweek" magazine.

1978 - Spain adopted a new constitution and became a democracy after 40 years of dictatorship.

2000 - Mario Lemeiux (Pittsburgh Penguins) returned to the National Hockey League (NHL) as a player after over 3 years of retirement. He was the first owner-player in the modern era of pro sports. Lemieux had purchased the Pittsburgh Penguins during his retirement from playing.

2001 - U.S. President George W. Bush granted China permanent normal trade status with the United States.

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Reflections on Life
"We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give."

--Winston Churchill

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