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Good 27º frozen icy morning.

 

Yesterday after starting out at 33º with clouds. Later the blue sky poked through and we had some sunshine. We topped at 62º.

 

 

Picture of the Day ... architecture failure

 

 

 

 

Interesting about White House pets....

 

The White House has been home to plenty of dogs and cats, but only one president kept a raccoon as a pet. While Calvin Coolidge was in office, he and his wife, Grace, ended up with a pet raccoon after a constituent sent the raccoon to Coolidge as a Thanksgiving present. The raccoon was presumably meant to be eaten, but the Coolidges elected to keep it as a pet instead. Rebecca, as the raccoon was known, was regularly seen draped around the president's neck or led around the White House on a leash. While the Coolidges adored Rebecca, White House staffers were less fond of the unusual pet due to Rebecca’s proclivity to rip clothing and chew on furniture.

Most United States presidents have kept pets while in office, or pets have been part of their families. Only James K. Polk, Andrew Johnson, and Donald Trump did not have any presidential pets while in office. However, Johnson did take care of some mice he found in his bedroom, feeding them, among other things.

 

 

Go here and you can read the lists of Presidential pets in the White House.....https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_presidential_pets

 

 

 

 

 

From Mr. Food

 

Bourbon chicken can be found on Chinese takeout menus and mall food courts across the country. But did you know it actually got its name from Bourbon Street in New Orleans? Whether you're serving it Mardi Gras-style or with an Asian twist, this flavorful chicken dish is simply delicious and incredibly easy to make. Give these Bourbon Chicken Bites a try when you're craving something that tastes like perfection!

 

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 2-inch chunks
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup canola oil
• 1 cup jalapeno pepper jelly
• 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons bourbon

 

1. In a medium bowl, combine chicken, cornstarch, garlic powder, ground red pepper, and salt; toss to coat well.
2. In a large skillet over high heat, heat oil. Add coated chicken in batches and cook 6 to 8 minutes, or until golden and no pink remains, stirring frequently.
3. In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring jelly, soy sauce, and bourbon to a boil. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until jelly has melted, stirring constantly. Add chicken and toss to coat. Serve hot.

 

 

Historically this date....

1924 – In Miami, Florida, Johnny Weissmuller sets a new world record in the 100 meters freestyle swimming competition with a time of 57.4 seconds.

1974 – Robert K. Preston, a disgruntled U.S. Army private, buzzes the White House in a stolen helicopter.

2006 – A massive mudslide occurs in Southern Leyte, Philippines; the official death toll is set at 1,126.

2008 – Kosovo declares independence.

2011 – Libyan protests begin. In Bahrain, security forces launched a deadly Pre-dawn raid on protesters in Pearl Roundabout in Manama, the day is locally known as Bloody Thursday.

 

And births this date include....

1925 – Hal Holbrook, American actor (d.2021)

 

1939 – Mary Ann Mobley, American actress and beauty queen (d.2014)

.... can you say "plas-teak"??

1945 – Zina Bethune, American actress (d. 2012)

... strange thing that happened ... where/how she died.

1954 – Rene Russo, American actress

1956 – Richard Karn, American actor

1962 – Lou Diamond Phillips, American actor

1963 – Larry the Cable Guy, American comedian and actor

 

1971 – Denise Richards, American actress

1981 – Paris Hilton, American actress and heiress

 

 

 

All I know. Nuff said. Have a good Thursday. Ciao.

xo Sue Mom Bobo

Each year on February 17th, National Random Acts of Kindness Day grows in popularity. It is celebrated by individuals, groups, and organizations nationwide to encourage acts of kindness.

The movement of Random Acts of Kindness inspires people every day. As a favorite celebration for many, people everywhere are enjoying doing these acts of kindness. Not only do the acts of kindness bring joy to the receiver, but they spread positive reactions to the giver, too!    

Our research found that the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation celebrates Random Acts of Kindness Week. The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation is an internationally recognized non-profit organization founded upon the powerful belief in kindness and dedicated to providing resources and tools that encourage acts of kindness.

In New Zealand, where this day originated, Random Acts of Kindness Day is celebrated on September 1st. However, it is also recognized by some on other days throughout the year. Nevertheless, doing random acts of kindness is something that can be done every day of the year.

A Few Quotes of Kindness:

• “Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” (Mark Twain)
• “No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” (Aesop)
• “Remember there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end.” (Scott Adams)
• “Kind words and actions can seem so small, but their effects are truly endless.” (Author Unknown)

HOW O OBSERVE T

• Pay for the coffee or meal of the person in front of you in line.
• Leave a kind note for someone, no explanation is needed.
• Share words of encouragement. You never know who might need them.
• Put your skills to work for someone in need. For example, offer to create a résumé for someone seeking a new job.
• Drop off a load of groceries at the local food pantry.
• Mail a “thinking of you” card to someone you’ve not to talk to in a while.
• Order a bouquet of flowers to be delivered to anyone in the hospital. That means, call the florist and tell them to pick a hospital or nursing home and deliver flowers to the person the front desk thinks needs it the most. It could be a sick child, an elderly person with no family, or a college student down on their luck.
• Send a thank-you note to the local fire department, police departments, or any military personnel.
• Just smile.

NATIONAL RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS DAY HISTORY

Josh de Jong of New Zealand founded National Random Acts of Kindness Day.

Kindness FAQ

Q. What is the most important element of being kind?
A. There are many elements to kindness such as patience, honesty, and being a good listener. However, one of the most important characteristics of a kind person is that when they do something for someone, they don’t expect anything in return.

Q. Can kindness be learned?
A. Yes. While some people seem to be born with a kindness gene, others develop the ability to show kindness later in life. So, kindness can be innate and learned.

Q. How do I teach my children kindness?
A. One way to teach children kindness is to demonstrate it in your daily life. Let them see you showing kindness to others. Include them when you volunteer or help a neighbor, and acknowledge their acts of kindness. You don’t have to reward them, but you can let them know you thought what they did was kind.