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Sunday, June 25, 2023

Weather ~ Picture of the Day ~ Sidewalks ~ Zucchini Tuna Patties ~ National Catfish Day

  


Good 50º scattered clouds morning.
 
 
Yesterday we topped at 91º.
 
 
Picture of the Day....lion cloud! 
 

 
Interesting about sidewalks............
 

 

A sidewalk (North American English), pavement (British English), footpath in Australia, India, New Zealand and Ireland, or footway, is a path along the side of a road. Usually constructed of concrete, pavers, brick, stone, or asphalt, it is designed for pedestrians. A sidewalk is normally higher than the roadway, and separated from it by a kerb (spelled "curb" in North America). There may also be a planted strip between the sidewalk and the roadway and between the roadway and the adjacent land.

 

In some places, the same term may also be used for a paved path, trail or footpath that is not next to a road, for example, a path through a park.

 

Terminology

The term "sidewalk" is preferred in most of North America. The term "pavement" is more common in the United Kingdom and other members of the Commonwealth of Nations, as well as parts of the Mid-Atlantic United States such as Philadelphia and parts of New Jersey. Many Commonwealth countries use the term "footpath". The professional, civil engineering and legal term for this in North America is "sidewalk" while in the United Kingdom it is "footway".

 

In the United States, the term sidewalk is used for the pedestrian path beside a road. "Shared use paths" or "multi-use paths" are available for use by both pedestrians and bicyclists. "Walkway" is a more comprehensive term that includes stairs, ramps, passageways, and related structures that facilitate the use of a path as well as the sidewalk. In the UK, the term "footpath" is mostly used for paths that do not abut a roadway. The term "shared-use path" is used where cyclists are also able to use the same section of path as pedestrians.

History

Sidewalks have operated for at least 4000 years. The Greek city of Corinth had sidewalks by the 4th-century BC, and the Romans built sidewalks – they called them sēmitae.

 

However, by the Middle Ages, narrow roads had reverted to being simultaneously used by pedestrians and wagons without any formal separation between the two categories. Early attempts at ensuring the adequate maintenance of foot-ways or sidewalks were often made, as in the 1623 Act for Colchester, but they were generally not very effective.

 

Following the Great Fire of London in 1666, attempts were slowly made to bring some order to the sprawling city. In 1671, 'Certain Orders, Rules and Directions Touching the Paving and Cleansing The Streets, Lanes and Common Passages within the City of London' were formulated, calling for all streets to be adequately paved for pedestrians with cobblestonesPurbeck stone was widely used as a durable paving material. Bollards were also installed to protect pedestrians from the traffic in the middle of the road.

 

The British House of Commons passed a series of Paving Acts from the 18th century. The 1766 Paving & Lighting Act authorized the City of London Corporation to establish foot-ways throughout all the streets of London, to pave them with Purbeck stone (the thoroughfare in the middle was generally cobblestone) and to raise them above the street level with kerbs forming the separation. The corporation was also made responsible for the regular upkeep of the roads, including their cleaning and repair, for which they charged a tax from 1766. Another turning point was the construction of Paris's Pont Neuf (1578–1606) which set several trends including wide, raised sidewalks separating pedestrians from the road traffic, plus the first Parisian bridge without houses built on it, and its generous width plus elegant, durable design that immediately became popular for promenading at the beginning of the century that saw Paris take its form renowned to this day. It was also a cultural phenomenon because all classes mixed on the new walkways. By the 19th-century large and spacious sidewalks were routinely constructed in European capitals, and were associated with urban sophistication.

 

Transportation

Sidewalks played an important role in transportation, as they provided a path for people to walk along without stepping on horse manure. They aided road safety by minimizing interaction between pedestrians and horses and carriages. Sidewalks are normally in pairs, one on each side of the road, with the center section of the road for motorized vehicles.

 

Health

Since residents of neighborhoods with sidewalks are more likely to walk, they tend to have lower rates of cardiovascular disease, obesity, and other health issues related to sedentary lifestyles. Also, children who walk to school have been shown to have better concentration.

 


 

On rural roads, sidewalks may not be present as the amount of traffic (pedestrian or motorized) may not be enough to justify separating the two. In suburban and urban areas, sidewalks are more common. In town and city centers (known as downtown in North America) the amount of pedestrian traffic can exceed motorized traffic, and in this case the sidewalks can occupy more than half of the width of the road, or the whole road can be reserved for pedestrians, as in the case of a pedestrian zone.

 

 
Zucchini Tuna Patties



1 T. butter
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
6.4 oz light tuna in water
1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs, divided
1 cup shredded zucchini
2 eggs lightly beaten
1/3 cup fresh minced parsley
1 t. lemon juice
1/2 t. salt
1/8 t. pepper
2 T. vegetable oil
 
In a large saucepan, heat butter over med-high heat. Add onion and cook and stir until tender. Remove from heat.
 
Add tuna, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, zucchini, egg, parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper to onion mixture. Mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 6, 1/2 inch thick patties. Coat with remaining breadcrumbs.
 
In a skillet, heat oil over med heat. Add patties and cook about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and heated through. Enjoy!
 
 
Historically this date............
1876 – Battle of the Little Bighorn and the death of Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer


1950 – The Korean War begins with the invasion of South Korea by North Korea.




2012 – The final steel beam of 4 World Trade Center is lifted into place in a ceremony.
 


And births this date include....
1925 – June Lockhart, American actress
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1945 – Carly Simon, American singer-songwriter, actress, and author (Elephant's Memory)
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1961 – Ricky Gervais, English comedian, actor, and writer
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1963 – George Michael, English singer-songwriter, musician, producer, and actor (d. 2016)
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All I know. Nuff said. Have a good Sunday. Ciao.
xo Sue Mom Bobo

In the United States, National Catfish Day on June 25th each year celebrates the value of farm-raised catfish.
A diverse group of ray-finned fish, catfish are named for their prominent barbels, which resemble cat whiskers. These nocturnal swimmers don’t have any scales. Their smooth flesh makes it difficult for anglers to clean. In the United States, the most commonly eaten species of catfish are the channel catfish and blue catfish. They are also a good source of Vitamin D.
In 1986, catfish comprised the third-highest volume of finned fish consumed in the United States.
A favorite dish of many Americans, this fine finned fish can be prepared in many different ways. Traditionally, many catfish lovers coat the fish in cornmeal and fry it. While many people prepare only the filets when cooking fish, when it comes to catfish, others prefer the fish cooked whole. No matter the method, this tender whitefish comes delicately off the bone. Spices complement this freshwater fish, too. However, it is also delicious served with a milder touch. A little lemon and butter go a long way. Those who love it fried will eat the crispy tail right away to savor the crunch!

HOW TO OBSERVE

While baking and frying catfish may be the most common ways of enjoying this flavorful fish, they’re not the only way. Celebrate by discovering all-new recipes like soups, sandwiches, and appetizers. How about some catfish pasta dishes? If you’ve never tasted catfish before, #NationalCatfishDay encourages you to explore dishes bursting with flavor. Add a little catfish to your menu! We even offer several recipes for you to try, too!
 

NATIONAL CATFISH DAY HISTORY

In 1987, President Ronald Reagan designated June 25th as National Catfish Day by Presidential Proclamation after Congress called for the day to be established by Joint Resolution 178.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

As always lots of info. Don’t cook much anymore. I did for many yrs. Now keep it simple. Hope you and your loved ones doing well. I am happy each day I awake. ❤️

Lydia said...

Thank you for sharing the history of sidewalks. I shall pay more respect to ours.

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