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News; birthdays/events; "The Ringer" ranked the 100 best moments in sports, we'll list top 5; word of the day. News; things that spook your pets; graduation time...yearbook signing..."stay cool"; Men's Health says to lie to women in regards to their weight...agree or not? News; game: quiz; game feud; you've probably heard of "gate lice"...but what about "clockroaches" (workplace terminology) News; how important is it for you to look like your DL or passport pic?; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Rocky Road Day...the rocky road dessert was first created in Australia in the year 1853. Many entrepreneurs took these confectionery items, which got spoiled due to the long journey coming from Europe and mixed them very cleverly with nuts that were locally available. Also, they added some low-quality chocolate and then tried to recover them instead of throwing them out. It was actually ingenious. The name was used as a reference to the rocky road that travelers used in order to access the goldfiel

News; birthdays/events; when someone new walks into a group conversation...do you quickly include them?; word of the day. News; do you ever check the change compartment on vending machines? (Ashley's dad used to); if you drop the remote on the floor...is it too much effort to pick it up? (perceived effort study); game: potpourri quiz. News; what's one of the first commercial jingles you remember from when you were a kid?; first we had Marie Kondo, the Swedish death cleaning...now this; game: 3 word novel descriptions. News; worst inventions of the last 20 years; game: 1990's songs; goodbye/fun facts....National Hole In My Bucket Day pays homage to an old children’s song that goes by the same name. The song ‘There’s a Hole In My Bucket’ originated in Germany in the 1700s. It describes a deadlock situation where the character, Henry, faces problem after problem all due to a hole in his bucket. Henry attempts to find a solution through his friend Liza’s advice, but he is unsuccessful in coming up with a solid pl

News; birthdays/events; Ashley & Brad S.F.A; word of the day. News; game: Forrest Gump movie trivia; Buzzfeed list...besides medicines and life essentials...what's something you simply can't live without?; would you bring your family on a work trip? News; game: famous drum intros; what healthy food puts you in a better mood?; vacations ...and even staycations are turning into "paycations". News; game: acroymn game; do you keep things in your car that no longer work? (flashlight, phone charger...etc); goodbye/fun facts....National Coq Au Vin Day...yet another dish brought to us by the French food. The name of the dish literally means ‘rooster-in-wine’. In France in the 1600s, King Henry IV is said to have wished that each of his peasants would be able to enjoy “a chicken in his pot every Sunday.” His altruistic vision seemed to have been taken seriously, since coq au vin was a French peasant’s dish, which later became popular all over Europe.....traditionally made of chicken braised in a garlicky, mushroom

News; birthdays/events; we just had a 3 day weekend...but almost 20% are planning the next getaway!!; word of the day. News; what do you do when you have 2 important events to attend?; game: minute mysteries; if college students can't use A.I. for their work...should the university be able to use A.I. for theirs? News; the average person says "I'm fine" a minimum of 9,000 times in the life...should we say "I'm fine" when we're not?; game: movie password; if you had your own personal 'on hold' music...what would you like it be? News; is there a product you love so much that you'd get the barcode tattooed on your arm? one woman did just that!; game: outburst; goodbye/fun facts.... National Hamburger Day celebrates one of America’s most iconic foods. Americans eat over 50 billion burgers a year...but they originated in Hamburg, Germany,... stemming from a 1758 recipe for a dish called the “Hamburg Sausage...there are many people and commuities that like to take credit for the origin story here in America...but t

News; birthdays/events; is it better to ask a friend or AI if you need a objective opinion?;   word of the day. News; game: Batman trivia; new Summer party dessert trend; did you ever cheat in high school or college?   News; game: celebrity audio book; what skill have you learned from Tik Tok?; funny stories of things your kids destroyed...that turned out to be an expensive fix! News; game: player piano music songs; voice note or voice mail?; "goodbye/fun facts...Old-Time Player Piano Day...this fun musical instrument is simply an unusual type of piano that plays by itself. Player pianos are also known as pianolas. Old-time player pianos read notes from tiny perforations on rolls of paper. The rolls are changed to allow the piano to play different songs. A prototype for the instrument was created in 1895 by Edwin Votey. His version set the template for most player pianos that followed. Player pianos were big business in the early 1900s and were widely popular for about 30 years....but began to lose popularity

News; birthdays/events; have you ever been "food shamed"?; word of the day. News; if your grill is full at your bbq today...try cooking your vegetables this way; what would you do if you were undercharged at a store?; the great culinary conflict regarding the hot dog. News; game: quiz; game: feud; is there something you thought was just a few years ago...but turns out it was waaaay longer ago? (ashley story) News; is an apology always good enough to fix something?; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Blueberry Cheesecake Day...blueberry cheesecake is one of the most popular desserts in the U.S. Although originating in ancient Greece, cheesecakes have today spread to the far corners of the world and each region has its own varieties of cheesecakes. One such very popular variety is the blueberry cheesecake. Legend has it that blueberry cheesecakes were fed to the athletes at the Olympic Games in Greece. While in America, cream cheese is the primary ingredient for cheesecakes, Italians prefer to

News; birthdays/events; do you tend to "get things done" on a 3 day weekend or just relax for 3 days?; word of the day. News; game: Ken Jennings wrong answer trivia; do you even own a cookbook anymore? have you ever "blamed it on the dog"....(not just farting)? News; game: 3 word literature;  do you grab a "fresh" item at the grocery store (items behind the first row)?; experts say this is the best way to sleep...(not if you move around a lot though!) News; game: just over $1,000 pyramid; wedding registries are changing...at least in the U.K. "goodbye/fun facts....National Title Track Day is celebrated every year on the fourth Friday of May.. It’s the day in which we remember our favorite title tracks in albums and movies. But just what is the title track? To put it simply, it’s a music track that shares the name of the album or movie it belongs to. In 1957 The Movie “Jailhouse Rock” comes out as possibly the earliest movie with a title track, it stars Elvis Presley and he sings the song. We don’t really need

News; birthdays/events; how far are you willing to drive for a new meal?; word of the day. News; situations where someone warned you not to do something....but you didn't listen!; Steinway has a very interesting traveling tour; game: Elton John/Bernie Taupin trivia. News; Fortune magazine list...low paying college degrees; clues your co-workers don't like you; game: movies trivia. News; backhanded compliments; game: password; goodbye/fun facts....National Solitaire Day...The name originated from the Latin word ‘solitarius’, meaning ‘alone’....Solitaire has five variations — this includes Klondike, FreeCell, Spider, TriPeaks, and Pyramid. Playing Solitaire boosts your memory and helps in developing your strategic skills. The original card game was introduced in Europe in the 18th century based on a peg board game from 1746...people played the popular card game for a couple hundred years...then in 1989 an intern developed the Solitaire software for Microsoft which was initially created to teach people how to us

News; birthdays/events; game: mindtrap; word of the day. News; was there a music video (MTV era) that you remember making or breaking a band for you?; game: I should have known that; if you're mad/wanting to complain...therapists suggest doing this first. News; what are you determined to get accomplished this summer?; game: boom goes the trivia; fill in the blank...I need more _____ in my life. News; do you use coupons all the time?; if you're driving somewhere for Memorial Day and you have "car sickness" passengers...here are some helpful tips/ideas/products; goodbye/fun facts....The National Memo Day...Tracing the word’s origin, it comes from the Latin word ‘memorandum’, which means ‘it must be remembered.’ People have been using memos to convey messages and plans of action for centuries. At some point, memos were used to tell people about the changes in laws of a kingdom. And in other times, memos were used to inform soldiers and other military personnel about the next move. In modern times, the memo genre

News; birthdays/events; how much would you need to make for your side hustle to be worth the effort?; word of the day. News; game: David Letterman trivia; how fast do you form an opinion about someone?; is it still cool to "work" from a coffee shop? News; game: who wants to be a fake millionaire?; NFL players in The Olympics....yes or no? bbq weekends...now or July 4th? News; game: guitar intros; things that we used to pay for but are now free; goodbye/fun facts....National Pick Strawberries Day...Right about this time of year, they start coming into season. Strawberries are members of the rose family.  Strawberries offer amazing nutritional value. They are full of antioxidants, vitamin C, folic acid, fiber, etc. There are about 200 seeds in a single strawberry. Strawberries are loved worldwide. You will find a number of recipes that incorporate the fruit. You can also use the fruit for skincare and scented candles.

News; birthdays/events; would you want to shower at work?; word of the day. News; how many empty or half empty water bottles are in your car right now?; game: quiz; game: feud. News; if you could wish for one thing with no repercussions...what would it be?; do you carry food with you all the time?; besides America...what's the most beautiful country you've ever visted? News; with school almost out...what are the kids doing?; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....Plant Something Day... It encourages people to take a few minutes to plant something around them. It could be a flower, a tree, or an indoor plant. Any plant that grows would suffice. 90% of the food we eat comes from only about 30 plants...you can plant at home, in schools, in parks, and in other community gardens. You can share seeds with the people around you. Giving them seeds will encourage them to plant.

News; birthdays/events; can you rub your head and pat your belly?; word of the day. News; game: James Bond movies trivia; world's most odd/interesting museums; worst graduation gifts. News; game: the Brat Pack trivia; gross things we do with/for our loved ones (mom ever lick her finger and wipe your face?); life saving things you may not know. News; game: 5 second rule; when celebrities mess up on social media (which we all do)...are you quick to forgive them?; goodbye/fun facts....National Mimosa Day! This classic mixed drink, which is equal parts brut champagne and fruit juice (usually orange juice), or you can use favorite sparkling wine (it doesn't have to be expensive champagne) has become a brunch staple and a popular drink at weddings. The drink dates back to the 1920s and most likely got its name from the a yellow flower native to Australia. With a variety of ways to add a twist to this cocktail, it’s fun and easy to celebrate this drink we all find mimo-so-good! If you are under 21 or would simply pr

News; birthdays/events; when you're stressed out...is it better to talk to a calm person or another stressed out person?; word of the day. News; game: Las Vegas trivia; would you like to get luxury hotel services in an air BNB?; what's your most meaningless accomplishment? News; game: everybody knows; if you notice a hole in your clothes...will you wear it anyway?; several discontinued car brands could be making a comeback...is one of your favs on the list? News; game: final lyrics in a song; 90% of us feel we are "good" and "safe drivers"; goodbye/fun facts....Straw Hat Day celebrates the timeless wardrobe staple. Both men and women wear it in a variety of styles. The straw hat has stood the test of time, serving not only as a protection from the sun but a fashion statement. And it has been around since the Middle Ages. In Lesotho (a country in South Africa), they called it ‘mokorotlo’ — and they wore it as part of the traditional Sotho clothing. In the U.S., the Panama hat became popular due to President Th

News; birthdays/events; do you think your parents cared about your "emotional wellbeing" when you were growing up?; word of the day. News; did you ever feel the need to "find yourself"? how did you do it?; game: Indiana Jones trivia questions; leftovers you'd rather eat cold. News; top causes of road trip arguments (2025 list); game: Robert Zemeckis trivia; do you charge your phone overnight? maybe you shouldn't! News; it's graduation time!!! wallet hub list of best cities for new graduates to launch their careers; game: 3 word movie film titles; goodbye/fun facts....Receptionists, often overworked and underappreciated, have countless responsibilities depending on where they work...they often act as the boss’ gatekeeper. Without a receptionist, there’s no way an office could go about the day to day business smoothly. not many of us could do their job for a bit (or cover for that long lunch!), or manage the front desk (but then you'd know exactly what they put up with each day.) So make sure you treat them wel

News; birthdays/events; do you have a favorite game show? any new ones out there?; word of the day. News; game: Top Gun movie trivia; 30% of adults don't drink water after 3pm...but as the days get warmer...how do you stay hydrated?; finish this sentence: "happiness is___". News; game: prison commissary price is right; best Country songs of all time according to Billboard; best "cheat codes" for life. News; game: general trivia; which TV show makes you talk to or yell at the TV (besides sports)?; goodbye/fun facts....National Apple Pie Day...apple pie has been around since the Middle Ages. A Dutch cookbook dated 1514 lists a recipe for Appeltaerten. The English also had their version of apple pie, which dates back to the time of Chaucer. In Sweden, apple crumble was the gold-standard...and the French also caramelized their apples, an innovation which added a whole new dynamic to the flavor. In the 17th century, apple pie was finally brought to the American colonies...and we claimed it as our own! Soldiers dur

News; birthdays/events; women have a tendency to take off their shoes at the movies (with the reclining seats)...do you take your shoes off in public places? (work...on a plane...etc)?; word of the day. News; do you haggle? how often? on what types of products/services?; game: quiz; game: feud. News; do you have a favorite color as an adult...is it the same as when you were a kid? do you buy lots of things in that color?; people who clean their house more are happier...do you have a favorite chore?; would you like to try yoga if it involved baby animals? News; game: calendar trivia; would you move to another continent if you never had to deal with mosquitos again in your life?; goodbye/fun facts....National Limerick Day celebrates the birthday of English artist, illustrator, author, and poet Edward Lear who is known mostly for his literary nonsense in poetry, prose, and limericks. Limerick poems were popularized in Lear’s book “Book of Nonsense” in 1846. A limerick is a very short, humorous, nonsense poem. Wi

News; birthdays/events; smartest and dumbest dog breeds; word of the day. News; things you need to have in your car; do your kids make your neighbors mad?; game: James L. Brooks trivia. News; people you never have to tip; what's your summer default meal/dish?; game: is Ashley smarter than a 5th grader? News; how do you celebrate mother's day...even if your mother isn't here anymore?; game: baby boomer trivia book; goodbye/fun facts....National Military Spouse Appreciation Day is an annual observance that takes place on the Friday preceding Mother’s Day. It shows appreciation for the commitment and sacrifice that the spouses of service members make, together with the rest of the family, while they’re away on the mission to defend the country. Military spouses have to make quick adjustments to new environments, and having to learn new survival skills with the frequent and often unexpected developments that sometimes require them to move halfway across the country or even the world. National Military Spouse Appr

News; birthdays/events; best TV moms; word of the day. News; game: potpourri trivia; our top 10 annoyances; non-horror movie characters that scare you.  News; game: minute mystery; what is the 1% rule when it comes to money?; Ashley moving SFA. News; game: 5 second rule; it's time for a new set of "resolutions"; goodbye/fun facts....National Give Someone a Cupcake Day...either bakery-bought or homemade cupcakes...for your coworkers, colleagues, teachers, bosses, neighbors, etc. Cupcakes have been around for centuries, but their popularity and design are recent. The baking of cakes in cups — due to the lack of what today we call muffin tins. On average, every year in the U.S. 800 million cupcakes are consumed! Cupcakes are so popular now about 13% of brides choose to serve cupcakes instead of a wedding cake at their reception. 

News; birthdays/events; would you want a dinosaur wallet/shoes/belt etc?; word of the day News; Brad sfa travel break; game: Fast Times at Ridgemont High movie trivia; commonly confused English words. News; game: just over $1,300 pyramid; we register for gifts when we get married and when we have kids...but wouldn't it be nice to have running register or qr code for things always?; what's a "pillow menu"? News; game: getting to know you; Brad sfa travel break part 2; goodbye/fun facts....Great American Grump Out...its probably not what you think! What sounds like a day to be grumpy, is quite the opposite. By kicking the grumpy mood to the curb...you get to spend a day full of happy vibes. Are you out of your favorite breakfast cereal? Put some peanut butter on a waffle. In a long line? Strike up a friendly conversation with the person next to you, you could make a friend. Find the silver linings today because there always is one. Stress is one of the leading causes of health problems in America so prioritize

News; birthdays/events; game: which novel do these characters come from?; word of the day. News; if you could buy an amusement park ride/attraction...which would you buy?; game: outburst; what's your fast food 'go to' food? News; 3 things we do that we think are safe...but really aren't; game: everybody knows; tips from flight attendants and flying pros. News; would you rather move or land an airplane?; would you rather have/watch (1) 3 minute commercial or (6) 30 second commercials?; goodbye/fun facts....National Crepe Suzette Day...There are several origin stories of how this French delicacy got it's name...according to the most cirulated culinary legend...the treat was accidentally created in 1895 by Henri Charpentier, then a 15-year-old assistant waiter working at Monte Carlo’s Cafe de Paris. He was cooking for Prince Edward of Wales and his distinguished guest — a French noble dame named Suzette. He inadvertently ruined a sauce for the crepes, but then realized he had made a tasty new dish. The prince de