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News; birthdays/events; what was your best purchase this year? (list from Reddit); word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; baby naming consultants share names that are out. News; feel good story of the day; do you buy new items if they're cheaper than fixing item?; many people think gift cards are impersonal...but Gen Z and Gen Alpha like "this". News; game: calendar trivia; Country Living Magazine: most festive places for the holidays (U.S. list); goodbye/fun facts....national tea day. Step aside, coffee and soda. Tea is the most popular beverage in the world. The origins of tea have been traced back to China over 4,000 years ago and was mostly used for medicinal purposes until the16th century, where tea made its way across the globe to Europe by Dutch traders, where it became a widely traded commodity. The main types include black, green, white, herbal, and oolong and tea is loaded with antioxident benefits.  Doesn't a nice hot cup of tea sound great in the middle of December?

News; birthdays/events; Dial a Carol hot-line; word of the day. News; game: mindtrap; best films of 2025 (Time magazine list); when do you open Christmas presents? is it different from when you were a kid? News; game: how well do know The Beatles "yeah" songs?; Hanukkah starts on Sunday night...Hanukkah traditions; favorite Christmas movies. News; game: everybody knows; worst Christmas songs; goodbye/fun facts....Choral Day is celebrated every year on the second Sunday of December. Music, like other creative arts, brings people together. We find comfort in music and often use it to express our emotions. Whether in joy or sadness, music has been our constant companion. Choral music...is energetic and uplifting. In 3500 bc...The Mesopotamians create the first notes of music and by the 9th century churches began offering prayers through songs. Today, especially during the holidays, you can find choral performances at churches, schools, malls, and even carolers. 

News; birthdays/events; how far are you willing to drive for the holidays?; word of the day. News; game: Hanukkah trivia questions; do you let your teen pick travel plans?; school program.."earn to give". News; game: finish the Christmas Carol; what's one of the last skills you picked up?; fascinating Christmas traditions around the world. News; game: 3 word film Christmas theme; what's the 7-gift rule for the holidays? goodbye/fun facts....national app day...app...or Software Application, quickly appeared when our mobile devices incorporated smart technologies. As the power of our phones increased with processing chips, internet connectivity, and touchscreens, so did the apps that became available. Apps continue changing how we work, live, and play. They offer opportunities, too, by creating thousands of new companies, millions of new jobs, and billions of dollars in revenue. In 2008 there were only 500 apps...today there are over 3 million and counting. Ever wondered how apps are made? Spend some time explo

News; birthdays/events; 4 parking lot "personalities"; word of the day. News; as you reflect back on 2025...how would you rate it?; when it comes to Christmas music...do you quit cold turkey on Dec 26th?; game: name this Christmas tune with long descriptions. News; is your Christmas dinner a "copy and paste" of Thanksgiving dinner?; game: Christmas movie audio clips pt 1; game: Christmas movie audio clips pt 2. News; would you rather have a secret Santa or a white elephant exchange?; game: Christmas mystery solve it; goodbye/fun facts....Nobel Prize day. The first Nobel Prizes were awarded on December 10, 1901, which was the fifth anniversary of the death of Alfred Nobel. Nobel was a Swedish scientist, inventor and businessman. He is particularly notable as the inventor of dynamite and other high explosives, and held more than 350 patents in his lifetime. When Alfred Nobel wrote his will in 1895, it established that prizes would be awarded each year to commemorate and honor those who made significant achievem

News; birthdays/events; holiday tipping guide 2025; word of the day. News; game: 12 days of Christmas song; is it really the thought that counts when bosses/companies give crappy employee gifts?; pets and holiday decorations...use caution. News; game: Christmas themed word ladder; what's your favorite holiday tradition?; cute things kids have asked Santa for. News; game: finish this holiday song; Hallmark movie drinking game; goodbye/fun facts....Christmas Card Day. Today, annual Christmas cards have become a time-honored tradition. It all started when Sir Henry Cole, a member of the British civil service, created the modern concept of the Christmas card along with his artist friend, John Horsley, in 1843, as a means to encourage more people to use the new British postal system. Their first card was sold for one shilling or about 24 U.S. cents. By the 1860s, the practice of sending Christmas cards was more or less in full swing in Britain thanks to the rise and advent of the printing press. No matter how ofte

News; birthdays/events; as an adult...do you get as excited for the holidays as your kids?; word of the day. News; what are some marketing specials that will get you back to restaurants and movie theaters in the new year?; digital budgeting; 2025's list of the world's sexiest accents. News; Gen Z and Millennials are replacing traditional Christmas dinner with this; game: quiz; game: feud. News; game: calendar trivia; have you ever had bins of holiday decor ruined? (Ashley's friend's story); goodbye/fun facts....national brownie day...there is so much emphasis on holiday cookies...but today is all about the brownie! Legend has it that the creation of brownies hales from the Palmer House Hotel in 1893. Bertha Palmer, a prominent Chicago socialite whose husband owed the hotel, asked a pastry chef for a dessert suitable for ladies attending the Chicago World's Columbian Exposition. She requested a cake-like delicacy small enough to be included in boxed lunches. Then in 1896 The Boston Cooking School Cookbook publ

News; birthdays/events; how do you react when you get a gift you don't like or already have?; word of the day. News; holiday gifts that cost little to no money; what's your biggest gripe about the doctor's office?; game: Fast Times at Ridgemont High movie trivia.  News; when Christmas/Hanukkah is on/near a birthday...ok to combine the gift?; most of us are stuck in a cooking rut...do you eat the same thing over and over?; did you hear about the drunk raccoon? News; game: Mind the Gap 1; game: Mind the Gap 2;  goodbye/fun facts....national bathtub party day...today is devoted to breaking out the bubble bath liquid or those favorite essential oils and drawing a nice warm bath to enjoy. There's nothing that's quite as relaxing as a nice dip in the tub, even for those who are normally more the showering type. Since its invention, the bathtub has played an important role in our lives for sanitation...but also it's fun to take a bath! In recent years, bath bombs have become all the rage. A bathtub party is a perfec

News; birthdays/events; Ashley's report on the movie Jaws; word of the day. News; would you rather see the main character in a movie/TV show forgive the bad guy...or get revenge?; 80's/90's trivia; a fun way to have gratitude...play this game! News; House Digest list of household things you didn't realize had expiration dates; game: outburst; feel good story of the day from the UK. News; A.I. gift assist; game: guess the bass line?; goodbye/fun facts....grab some flour, butter, and sugar: it's national cookie day. Cookies can be traced back much further than most people would imagine. It is estimated that in the 7th century AD, Persians were some of the first people to grow and harvest sugar cane, which would have eventually been turned into baked goods. One of the greatest things about cookies: they come in hundreds of shapes and sizes and flavors and are relatively simple to make. In the 17th century, Dutch settlers introduced "koekjes" to America. These treats became popular, leading to the American term "

News; birthdays/events; songs that make us happy...which song would you add to this list?; word of the day. News; do you want to be the "cool Aunt/Uncle" in the family?; game: I should have known that yes or no?; would you want to wake up to a 'gentle alarm'? News; 2025 W.A.T.C.H. worst toys list; game: guess that 80's lyrics tune; The Jetson's people washer is a reality! News; game: general trivia; sweet tooth states; goodbye/fun facts....National Green Bean Casserole Day...which is enjoyed by many all over America for its few ingredients and simplistic recipe that does not require too much time and effort. Two of the main ingredients include cream of mushroom soup and, of course, green beans. Complemented with the extra crunchiness of french fried onions sprinkled over the top...was created back in 1955 in the Home Economics Department of Campbell Soup Company. At the time, Dorcas Reilly was working as a manager and recipe creator for the company. The goal was to create something using ingredients that woul

News; birthdays/events; buying gifts for co-workers...yes or no?; word of the day. News; game: Wayne's World movie trivia (Director's Birthday); survival strategies for Christmas break vacations; if a museum had a painting that looked like you...would you want to go see it? News; game: battle of the sexes part 1; game: battle of the sexes part 2; most common driving rules parents give their kids...what rules did you have? News; Mayo clinic chart for how many push ups we should be able to do; what day of the week you were born on could play a role in your identity; goodbye/fun facts....National Day of Giving takes place on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. It was established in 2012 to help the "giving season" get started, reminding people that there is more to holidays than consumerism and commercialization. The day encourages individuals, families, schools, businesses, and other organizations to give to the less fortunate. Thousands of non-profit organizations are doing good around the country and all over the

News; birthdays/events; 40% concert goers say it's rude to bring signs to concerts...do you agree?; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; do you know why the Christmas tree replacement bulb is red? News; is it better to sleep in a huge bed?; what are you most looking forward to in December?; Cyber Monday. News; game: calendar trivia; when was the last time you "audited your subscriptions"?; goodbye/fun facts....National Cookie Cutter Day..whether it's sugar cookie, gingerbread or any other type of cookie...they just seem to taste better when they're in cute little shapes! Baking things in molds came from the Germans of the 1500s ...they baked small cakes into molds and designs, some of which were very intricate and time consuming. By the time the 1800s came around, cookie cutters were made from tin by American tinsmiths. In fact, the first patent for a cookie cutter in the United States was granted to Alexander P. Ashbourne in 1875. By 1902 Animal Crackers launches its first commercial cookie making

News; birthdays/events; comedy break: Black Friday; word of the day. News; game: 1 second song snippets 10 worst songs from 1980's part 1; gifts for people who say they "don't need anything"; would you like to take a day off from work when you're in a bad mood? News; game: 1 second song snippets 10 worst songs from 1980's part 2; Interview with Dr Kevin Lehman part 1; Dr Kevin Lehman part 2. News; game: who are these cartoon voices?; funny things mall Santas have been asked for; goodbye/fun facts....national flossing day....always the day after thanksgiving...probably because we ate so much there's tons of food particles leftover. In 1815, Dr. Levi Spear Parmly, a New Orleans dentist, created the earliest iteration of the modern dental floss. It was a thin, waxen silk thread that he encouraged his patients to clean between their teeth. This thread was readily available everywhere because it was used in tailoring. Flossing is not only essential to your oral health but also your overall health...the same plaque

News; birthdays/events; A&B first Thanksgiving skit; word of the day. News; great idea to memorialize Thanksgiving Day; Thanksgiving aiaiokee; game: general (Thanksgiving) trivia. News; comedy break...Thanksgiving; myths about Thanksgiving Day; game: Thanksgiving word ladder. News; comedy break: Stan Freeberg; game: Thanksgiving bad dad jokes; goodbye/fun facts.... National Bavarian Cream Pie Day...a delightful mixture of milk, eggs, sugar, gelatin, and whipped cream set in a cold mold to create a smooth and creamy dessert​​​​. The origins date back to the 17th century, when it was believed to have been introduced by French chefs working for the Wittelsbach princes of Bavaria. It crossed oceans and landed in America by the 19th century. True Bavarian creams first appear in the U.S. in Boston Cooking School cookbooks but nowadays many people use instant pudding and custard mixes for a little shortcut.

News; birthdays/events; game: 1980's guitar solos; word of the day. News; top Thanksgiving injuries that could send you to the E.R.; Butterball Turkey line part 1; Butterball Turkey line part 2. News; what are you most thankful for this year?; game: outburst; be extra careful how you throw away your leftovers! News; airbnb or hotel for the holidays?; game: everybody knows; goodbye/fun facts....What Do You Love About America Day...which always falls around Thanksgiving but it is dedicated to giving thanks to America. There are so many reasons this country is great. The founding fathers wrote the Declaration of Independence in 1776. This document helped form the current values of modern Americans: equality, unalienable rights...things that are not available in many other countries.  Sadly, we have become a very divided place...so when you give thanks this holiday season...swap stories at your gathering table about why you love America.

News; birthdays/events; do you prefer to cook everything yourself for the holidays...keep everyone out of your space or do you want everyone to pitch in?; word of the day. News; most annoying table manners...what bugs you?; game: classic novel titles; wrong text Thanksgiving grandma...update. News; do you separate the kids from the adults?; game: commercial jingles on kids instruments; how many strands of lights do you put up? have you gone the route of the laser projector? News; since a lot of stores are open anyway on Thanksgiving...will you go shopping?; game: do they know it's Christmas trivia; goodbye/fun facts....Gazpacho Soup Day....and soup always sounds great in the winter...but cold soup?? Tomato-based vegetable soup originated in the southern Spanish region of Andalucia. Gazpacho is widely consumed in Spanish cuisine, usually during the summer months. Gazpacho soup day celebrates the fans of the British television show Red Dwarf and the significant event in the series that had a profound impact on

News; birthdays/events; what are you least looking forward to for Thanksgiving?; word of the day. News; what superpower do parents wish they had?; game: quiz; game: feud. News; 18% of us do this in the morning...Ashley has never ever done this...or Brad!; worst gifts to give (list); how do you feel about A.I. making music? News; funny feel good story; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....national puzzle and game week...Humans – especially children – have probably been playing games since the beginning of time! In fact, throughout human history and culture, games have often been an integral part of social interaction. Relics of certain types of board games can be found in Roman ruins from at least 2000 years ago. Board games may have been around for as long as 1500 years and card games likely got their start in China more than a thousand years ago. So play a favorite game...learn a new game...or watch a game themed movie like: Game Night, Tag, Clue, or Battleship.

News; birthdays/events; would you rather watch a parade or watch/play football or do a 5K run on Thanksgiving?; word of the day. News; how do you feel about communal dining?; game: guess that tune from the lyrics;  Buzzfeed list of tacky decor. News; 2025 word of the year; game: TV trivia; Dick Van Dyke is getting ready to turn 100...do you want to live that long? News; is there a difference between fresh and frozen turkey?; game: movies trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Gingerbread Cookie Day---they instantly make us feel warm and cozy, they have a rich flavor profile and they come in all shapes and sizes, but gingerbread man cookies are the most popular ones. Gingerbread has been around for centuries. The Ancient Greeks and Egyptians often used gingerbread for ceremonial purposes.---but in the 16th century gingerbread figural biscuits made their first appearance. Queen Elizabeth I of England asked her staff to make gingerbread figures that looked like the foreign dignitaries and the other guests of hono

News; birthdays/events "national thaw your tukey day"; best time for the Thanksgiving meal?; word of the day. News; game: I should have known that yes or no?; possibly a new way to solve cold cases...should more universities try this?; do you "self gift"? News; game: 5 second rule; 4-6 year olds do a better job at chores/tasks if they dress up; how much are we spending on nights out? News; game: general trivia; funny idiosyncrasies with the English language; goodbye/fun fact: National Peanut Butter Fudge Day on November 20 is when we try our hands at making a delicious batch of fudge. There is a wide range of viable peanut butter fudge recipes to be found on the internet and elsewhere, but what they all have in common is a quick prep time (a matter of minutes, in some cases), and a short list of simple ingredients that most of us probably already have in our kitchens. As a bonus, peanut butter fudge is much easier to make than chocolate fudge, because it doesn't involve melting the chocolate to a specific tem

News; birthdays/events; feel good story of the day; word of the day. News; lots of people don't like turkey apparently...what are they substituting?; game: guitar solos of the 70's; if you don't want to play/watch football on Thanksgiving...how about watching one of these movies? News; 22% of people have gotten food poisoning from either Thanksgiving or Christmas meal...how to avoid that; game: mind the gap part 1; game: mind the gap part 2. News; did your job come with 'responsibilities' that weren't revealed until after you took the position?; which states are overindulging/overspending this holiday season?; goodbye/fun facts....national play Monopoly day...one of the world's most famous board games. The classic board game where players buy, trade, and develop properties to win...while driving opponents to bankruptcy.  It's available in over 37 languages and licensed in more than 130 countries. The story of Monopoly started with "The Landlord's Game," created by Lizzie Magie in 1903 though many people attri

News; birthdays/events; how long will you look for something you lost (before replacing it)?; word of the day. News; things you should never ask guests to bring to your holiday get together; game: who are these celebrity authors?; do these common words/phrases bother you?  News; skip the gift cards...there's a new gift trend in town; game: "love" songs; would you consider celebrating Thanksgiving not on Thanksgiving day? News; how good are you with recognizing faces?; game: minute mysteries; goodbye/fun facts....Apple Cider Day...the rich and fruity beverage that fills our hearts and bodies with warmth. They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but a glass of apple cider at the end of a long day can rejuvenate the soul. Apple cider is made from freshly harvested apples that are mashed and made to resemble applesauce. This is then pressed to extract fresh juice and fermented. After the fermentation process is done, we get the sweet and spicy apple cider . The origin of apple cider dates back to 3,000 B.C.