Jace Shoemaker-Galloway
Memorial Day quotes: 25 touching and sentimental sayings for Memorial Day
Memorial Day, a federal holiday celebrated in the United States, is right around the corner. And millions of Americans are getting ready to celebrate the long holiday weekend. This annual holiday, held each year on the last Monday in May, honors and pays tribute to the brave men and women in the military who gave the ultimate price for our nation. Memorable Memorial Day Quotes & Sayings On thy grave the rain shall fall from the eyes of a mighty nation. ~ Thomas William Parson
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Happy Paper Clip Day
May 29 celebrates a product that most of us take for granted. It's (National) Paper Clip Day, an annual "holiday" that recognizes those handy dandy products that help keep us organized and our desks nice and neat. The History of Paper Clips While today's clips are available in a slew of colors, shapes and sizes, Johan Vaaler, a Norwegian inventor who lived from 1866 to 1910, is often credited as inventing the paper clip back in 1899. But it was Gem Manufacturing LTD that actu
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National Hamburger Day
If you're in the 'mooood' for something nice and juicy, you're in luck. May 28 is National Hamburger Day, an annual "holiday" that celebrates the all-American burger! While the origins of this food holiday are unknown, who needs an excuse to indulge in a delicious burger or two? Whether you prefer yours topped with all the trimmings, smothered in ooey gooey cheese or smokin' hot off the grill, Americans love their burgers. In fact, Americans consume more than 40 billion hamb
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World Redhead Day: Celebrating redheads & highlighting ‘ginger’ stigma
What is the first thing you notice about someone? It is their pearly whites, piercing baby blues or the color and/or style of their hair? Today we celebrate redheads from near and far. May 26 is World Redhead Day, an annual occasion created by the "Queen of Holidays," Jace Shoemaker-Galloway. With hues ranging from beautiful burgundy to bright copper, only one to two percent of people around the world have natural red hair. Whether the color is au natural or courtesy of
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National Wine Day: Cheers!
Have you heard the latest buzz? One of the very best holidays in the entire year is finally here. Go grab the corkscrew, folks! May 25 is officially National Wine Day in the U.S.A! Although the origins of this annual occasion are unknown, who needs an excuse to enjoy a fine glass of wine, right? People have been drinking wine for centuries. In fact, the world's oldest known bottle of wine, discovered during a dig in 1867, actually dates back to 325 A.D. That ancient bottle i
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National Memo Day: When in doubt, write it out!
Note to self – May 21 is National Memo Day! While the origins of this annual holiday are unknown, today is all about those handy dandy memos, those useful notes that bring attention to and solve various problems, issues and concerns and serve as important reminders. From important dates, addresses and telephone numbers to directions, grocery lists and to-do lists, memos can be written on just about anything. From sticky post-it notes and pieces of scrap paper, to napkins and
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Be a Millionaire Day
If you’ve ever fantasized about being filthy rich, it may just be your “lucky” day! Although the origins of this annual “holiday” are unknown, May 20 is Be a Millionaire Day! Sweet! For millions of Americans who live paycheck to paycheck, the real possibility of losing a job, not being able to pay the mortgage or adequately provide for the family, are all too common concerns. Have you ever wondered what life would be like if you were wealthy? No more worries about being able
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It's No Dirty Dishes Day: Will you or won't you do the dirty?
It’s time to celebrate! May 18 could possibly be one of the best days of the year, depending on how you look at it. It’s No Dirty Dishes Day, also referred to as National No Dirty Dishes Day. Let’s face it. In today’s hectic world, many people are overworked, under-paid and just plain stressed out! Who has the time or energy to tackle one of the least favorite household chores in the world – those never ending, dirty dishes! While the origins of this annual holiday are unknow
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National Mushroom Hunting Day: Top hunting tips for wild mushroom lovers
May 17 shines the spotlight on a springtime treasure hunt that, if you're lucky, yields a tasty treat to eat and possibly a pretty penny in your pocketbook! Whether you are a mushroom lover, a chef in a high-end restaurant or fan of the great outdoors, it’s National Mushroom Hunting Day, an annual holiday created by freelance writer and mushroom lover, Jace Shoemaker-Galloway. Each year, throngs of die-hard hunters head out to undisclosed locations in the forests, woods, orch
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It's National Mimosa Day: Cheers!
If you're feeling a little parched and need a refreshing drink to whet your whistle, go grab your glass. On the heels of National Cosmopolitan Day, May 16 is National Mimosa Day! This annual holiday, created by freelance writer, cocktail enthusiast and "Queen of Holidays," Jace Shoemaker-Galloway, celebrates the delightful cocktail that not only tastes great, but is super-simple to make as well! Folks have been enjoying Mimosas, traditionally made with equal parts of chilled
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National Limerick Day
Besides International Nurses Day, today is also National Limerick Day! This annual holiday, also referred to as International Limerick Day, is observed each year on May 12 to celebrate the birth of Edward Lear, the author and illustrator of the popular Book of Nonsense. The “Father of the Limerick” helped popularize the delightful rhymes. Born in London on May 12, 1812, Edward Lear was the 20th child of stockbroker Jeremiah Lear. With little formal education, the young Lear w
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National Twilight Zone Day: Celebrate another dimension - if you dare
As far as holidays go, this special day is out of this world! May 11 is National Twilight Zone Day! While the origins of this annual holiday are unknown, most people of a “certain age” probably remember the thought-provoking television series where nothing was quite what it seemed. Or was it? Hosted and created by Rod Serling, The Twilight Zone aired from 1959 through 1964. Strange and surreal things often transported ordinary people into another dimension during the twiste
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Clean Up Your Room Day: 40 Tips to Get Your Home in Tip-Top Shape
On the "heels" of No Socks Day and National Lost Sock Memorial Day, May 10 is a day of the year neat-freaks and parents will probably love and children and teenagers probably won't. It's not only National Shrimp Day, but it is also Clean Up Your Room Day! If you've ever walked into a room and threatened to contact the hazmat team, you probably aren't alone! From stinky clothes and dishes caked with last month's meals, some kids' rooms should be classified as danger zones! Wh
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National Shrimp Day
As far as food holidays are concerned, so far this month, we’ve celebrated Cinco de Mayo, National Beverage Day and National Have a Coke Day. But unlike the other food holidays, this special day isn’t about quenching your thirst or whetting your whistle. May 10 is dedicated to filling your tummy with loads of deliciousness – it’s National Shrimp Day! While the origins of this annual holiday are unknown, this bite-sized shellfish is perfect for any occasion. Shrimp can be prep
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National Moscato Day
Get ready to raise your glass, America! A delightful beverage holiday is hours away and Americans are in the mood to celebrate! May 9 is National Moscato Day, a spirited holiday created by the Gallo Family Vineyards, that celebrates the delightful wine, Moscato. It’s time to drink wine! Available in a wide variety of price points, Moscato is popular wine in America and around the world. The light-bodied, aromatic wine goes perfectly with variety of tasty desserts, fruit, sala
