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Celebrating National Best Friends Day: Strengthening Bonds Across Miles

In 1935 June 8th was declared National Best Friends Day by Congress. An article I read suggested summer was picked so people could easily get together to celebrate. One of the activities suggested was getting together for picnics. That sounds lovely but your best friends may not live near you. People don’t necessarily stay in…
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Celebrate National Eat What You Want Day: Indulge and Enjoy

Yes, you heard right, May 11th is National Eat What You Want Day. Whoa now, before you make it an all-day snack-fest stop and think. Have you experienced this: munching away on a snack in a bag not realizing it’s gone until your hand reaches the crumbs at the bottom? WE NEED A BREAK FROM…
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Arbor Day: Celebrating Trees and Connection

A national holiday that has often been overlooked is Arbor Day. Before Earth Day, Arbor Day served as a reminder of the importance of environmental care. Both occur in spring, symbolizing renewal. A common Arbor Day practice is to plant a tree to honor or remember someone. THE START The first US Arbor Day was…


