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March 20, 2024
Foothill Flyers Win Tournament
The Foothill Flyers won the USA Softball of Sacramento Select Series III Tournament.
The tournament was held at Livermore Park in Folsom March 10 and 17. Competing in the 12-and-under division against 14 teams from around the region, the Flyers went 6-1 in the tournament.
Pictured from left are Aprilia Brown, Eden Sams, Ruby Mutzig, Abby Herrlin, Bella Milton, Sandy Goelz, Chloe Texdahl, Evelyn Betts, Sophia Kingsbury, Brooklyn Texdahl, Makena Linder, Daphne Lofgren, Kaitlin Munz and Gianna Goelz. In back are coaches Tammy Kingsbury, Shaun Kingsbury, Tim Linder, Andy Lofgren and Amber Goelz.
Courtesy of The Mountain Democrat
November 23, 2023
Why is it called "Black Friday"?
Do You Know The History Behind Black Friday?
What and when is Black Friday?
Black Friday is a name used for two unrelated occasions. It is now most popularly used in the US to refer to the day after Thanksgiving, which is often considered the first day of the holiday shopping season and is known for featuring discounts from retailers.
While many people believe the term Black Friday finds its roots in the sense of black meaning “showing a profit; not showing any losses,” this isn’t actually the case.
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February 2, 2023
Boost Your Self Esteem Month
February is National Boost Your Self Esteem Month.
In this post we are going to explore ways to boost our self esteem and learn the signs of low self esteem in ourselves and our teens. We will also discover ways to improve our teenagers self esteem.
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Continue reading: https://blog.zencare.co/boost-self-esteem/
We all need a boost of self esteem once in a while and that is perfectly normal. We can not forget that our teenagers are going through many changes both physically and mentally. Remember to always give your teen self confidence. We will learn ways to ensure your teen has good self esteem.
15 Tips to Build Self Esteem and Confidence in Teens
The reality is the teenage years are full of change.
A teen's brain experiences a “reorganization” that can leave both parents and teens feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and confused.
As teens search for their place in the world, many struggle through situations that challenge beliefs about themselves they’ve clung to for years.
Continue reading: https://biglifejournal.com/blogs/blog/build-self-esteem-confidence-teens
March 28, 2022
National Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Day
March 29th is National Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Day.
On March 29, 1973, combat and combat support units withdrew from South Vietnam. Generations later, Veterans of this time period are gaining the respect that was not so freely given upon their return. Involving five U.S. presidents, crossing nearly two decades and 500,000 U.S.military personnel, it left an indelible mark on the American psyche.
Returning veterans did not always receive respectful welcomes upon their arrival on American soil. Over 58,000 killed, never to return. The observance recognizes the military service of these men and women who answered the call to serve their country when she needed them. They didn’t make the decision to go to war.
NATIONAL VIETNAM WAR VETERANS DAY HISTORY
U.S. Sens. Pat Toomey, R-Pa., and Joe Donnelly, D-Ind., introduced legislation in 2017 to honor Vietnam Veterans with a day. They chose the anniversary of the withdrawal of military units from South Vietnam. President Donald Trump signed the National Vietnam War Veterans Day Act on March 28, 2017, calling for U.S. flags to be flown on March 29 for those who served.
December 23, 2021
Monsanto is finally being brought to justice.
The pesticide company has agreed to plead guilty to 30 environmental crimes, including two felonies for having a banned chemical on Maui.
The plea agreement requires Monsanto to pay $12 million in fines.
“Monsanto is a serial violator of federal environmental laws,” U.S. Attorney Tracy Wilkison said in a statement. “The company repeatedly violated laws related to highly regulated chemicals, exposing people to pesticides that can cause serious health problems.”
The plea agreement requires Monsanto to pay $12 million in fines.
“Monsanto is a serial violator of federal environmental laws,” U.S. Attorney Tracy Wilkison said in a statement. “The company repeatedly violated laws related to highly regulated chemicals, exposing people to pesticides that can cause serious health problems.”
At the state capitol Monsanto kept saying they were following agricultural safety practices by the label, because the label is the law,” activist Klayton Kubo of Waimea Kaua’i told Organic Consumers Association. “Now we know that they were lying. What else is the agro chemical industry lying about?"
The federal criminal pleas are a turning point. Finally, the Department of Justice has stepped in to prosecute Monsanto’s crimes because the State of Hawaii has been so corrupt and failed at protecting the health of people living in communities surrounded by poisonous fields of GMOs. Now, Hawaii’s politicians and regulators can no longer lie, claiming that these chemicals are safe or that they did everything they could to protect the people.
Ten years ago, the Organic Consumers Association donated to support the creation of a film about Hawaii being the world’s research lab for experimental GMO and pesticide testing. The film was the first to reveal that Kamehameha Schools was leasing land to Monsanto.
Continue reading...
https://www.organicconsumers.org/blog/hawaiis-12m-fine-monsanto?utm_medium=email&utm_source=engagingnetworks&utm_campaign=OB+737&utm_content=OB+73
November 6, 2021
Poochy
My favorite dog is my Poochy.
Poochy is a pitbull and beagle mix which makes him a very loyal and smart family dog.
He has always been a happy dog which shows in the picture above with his ear to ear smile.
Poochy loves to play outside in the yard with his ball and digging holes is his favorite.
He is a very handsome and photogenic dog. I have so many really great pictures of him.
Poochy is a year and a half old and has been with me since he was three months old.
He is my sweet Poochy Poo and I couldn't imagine not having him around all the time.
I wake up and grab my phone to get a picture of him sleeping as close to me as possible.
He is my best friend!
May 14, 2021
IPhone 12 Pro vs Galaxy Note 20 Cameras
Which of the latest smartphones has a better camera? The IPhone 12 Pro or The Galaxy Note 20?
iPhone 12 Pro's camera vs. Note 20 Ultra: Portraits, selfies, night mode and more.
The iPhone 12 Pro and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra have two of the best smartphone cameras out there. Let's see which is better for landscape photos, portraits, selfies, night mode and video.
For zoom, it's hard to compete with the Note 20 Ultra's 5x telephoto camera, which can make any far-off subject look like it's right in front of you, especially when you compare it to the 2x camera on the iPhone 12 Pro. For portraits, the iPhone generally produces the better result thanks to more natural bokeh (or blur) effects. But choosing an outright winner across every category is not so clear cut, given that both use a clever combination of hardware and computational photography tricks to get great-looking shots in almost all situations.
Read more: Note 20 Ultra vs. iPhone 11 Pro camera comparison
Read more about the latest smartphones cameras and their features by following this link to the CNET comparison: https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-iphone-12-pro-camera-vs-samsung-galaxy-note-20-portraits-selfies-night-mode-ultra/
May 2, 2021
May is National Photography Month
May is “National Photo Month.”
OK, so what the heck does THAT mean???
Well, National Photo Month was created to…
“…help people get even more joy out of photography and their pictures.”
Yet there is a cautionary tale in all this. It is estimated that 657 BILLION (yeah, billion with a “B”) will be uploaded to social media this year alone – and that’s just what will be SHARED, not the total TAKEN.
The problem is that LESS THAN 1% of all these photographs and irreplaceable(!!!) memories will ever be printed, and within only a few years the rest will be LOST FOREVER (see below)!
Add to this the staggering number of old family snapshots currently moldering in attics and basements – even as you’re reading this – and the photographic loss becomes a TRAGEDY OF EPIC PROPORTIONS!
“Print & preserve your important photographs & snapshots – WHILE YOU STILL CAN!”
Continue reading: https://www.archivalmethods.com/blog/national-photo-month/
November 16, 2020
National Hungar & Homelessness Awareness Week
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week is an annual program where people come together across the country to draw attention to the problems of hunger and homelessness. Participating groups spend the week holding a series of educational, service, fundraising, and advocacy events.
To get involved and learn how to organize events in your community to educate and raise awareness of our hungry and homeless citizens visit the hhweek.org website at https://hhweek.org
July 25, 2020
National Hire A Veteran Day
July 25th is National Hire A Veteran Day.
Veteran Jobs with Veteran Friendly Employers 2020
A list of veteran friendly employers looking to hire veterans after the military. These opportunities are for veterans, military spouses, and military community.
For your convenience all links go directly to the veteran friendly job sections of the employers listed.
Continue reading this article from the source at the link below:
https://militarybenefits.info/veteran-jobs-with-military-friendly-employers/
June 29, 2020
Update for each state reopening
With all of the stories about our states reopening there can be alot of confusion. Here is the latest news on roping each state.
As of May 20, each state that had imposed a stay-at-home order or shelter in place had begun lifting the restrictions of businesses and public spaces.
People were allowed, in some places, to go back to restaurants and offices and places of worship. Some people have ventured out; some people continue to stay home as much as possible.
State officials and health experts say they want to see expanded testing, tracking contacts of people who had the virus, improved treatment options and vaccine development when they consider moving on to the next step of the reopening process.
Follow this link to read the latest news for your state...
https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2020/us/states-reopen-coronavirus-trnd/
May 15, 2020
100+ Tips to ward off boredom during isolation due to the Coronavirus.
Bored During Self-Isolation? 100+ Tips for Staying Entertained.
Trapped inside and going stir-crazy due to quarantine? You aren’t the only one! Here are all kinds of things you can do to stay sane while self-isolating and social distancing!
Continue reading for 100+ Tips to ward off boredom during isolation due to the Coronavirus just click on this link https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/self-isolation-quarantine-tips/
March 25, 2020
MYTH BUSTERS for the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) advice for the public.
From the evidence so far, the COVID-19 virus can be transmitted in ALL AREAS, including areas with hot and humid weather. Regardless of climate, adopt protective measures if you live in, or travel to an area reporting COVID-19. The best way to protect yourself against COVID-19 is by frequently cleaning your hands. By doing this you eliminate viruses that may be on your hands and avoid infection that could occur by then touching your eyes, mouth, and nose.
For more myth Busters on the Coronavirus (COVID-19) click this link: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public/myth-Busters
The World Health Organization (WHO) has very important information on their website. Please go to www.who.int to get current updates and advise on how to keep yourself and your family healthy.
February 29, 2020
The 5th Annual Migraine World Summit is March 18, 2020
The next migraine world summit will be held on March 18, 2020.
TAKE CONTROL OVER MIGRAINE
Discover what dozens of world-leading migraine experts, doctors, and specialists really do for migraine and headache.
TAKE CONTROL OVER MIGRAINE
Discover what dozens of world-leading migraine experts, doctors, and specialists really do for migraine and headache.
Learn from the experts
At the leading international patient event for people living with migraine and headache.
HOW IT WORKS
1
REGISTER
Secure your spot via email for the next event starting March 18, 2020
When you register via email you’ll enjoy complimentary access to this free annual event for migraine and headache patients.
2
WATCH
Enjoy 32 online expert interviews from anywhere
This is a virtual event you can watch online in the privacy and comfort of your own home. Watch 32 interviews free over the 9-day event.
3
LEARN
Discover the latest treatments, research, and best practices
You'll meet the global leaders in the field of migraine and headache including, doctors, specialists, researchers, psychologists, and advocates.
Continue reading : https://migraineworldsummit.com
February 18, 2020
Today is National Battery Day
National Battery Day is observed February 18th.
The inventor of the battery, Italian physicist Allesandro Volta, was born on today's date in 1745. National Battery Day marks his birth, acknowledges the importance of the battery, and is an annual awareness day to focus attention on the importance of recycling batteries. A battery is an electric cell that produces electricity from a chemical reaction. The name "battery" was coined by Ben Franklin in 1748, and was a term applied to "charged glass plates" at that time. At the turn of the nineteenth century, Allesandro Volta invented the voltaic pile, which is known as being the first battery or "wet cell battery." It was made of alternating discs of zinc and copper, along with pieces of cardboard soaked in brine, and produced a "reliable, steady current of electricity."
We observe nayional battery day to promote recycling of batteries.
The inventor of the battery, Italian physicist Allesandro Volta, was born on today's date in 1745. National Battery Day marks his birth, acknowledges the importance of the battery, and is an annual awareness day to focus attention on the importance of recycling batteries. A battery is an electric cell that produces electricity from a chemical reaction. The name "battery" was coined by Ben Franklin in 1748, and was a term applied to "charged glass plates" at that time. At the turn of the nineteenth century, Allesandro Volta invented the voltaic pile, which is known as being the first battery or "wet cell battery." It was made of alternating discs of zinc and copper, along with pieces of cardboard soaked in brine, and produced a "reliable, steady current of electricity."
Continue reading: https://www.checkiday.com/387351c18d3706372aabbe0f4f250929/national-battery-day
The history of the battery
The battery is one of the most important man-made inventions all throughout history. Today, it is generally used as a portable source of power, but in the past, batteries were our only source of electricity. Without its conception, modern comforts such as computers, vehicles and communication devices may not have been possible.
Continue reading: https://www.upsbatterycenter.com/blog/history-batteries-timeline/
February 7, 2020
Valentine's Day Week
Today is the beginning of Valentine's Day week.
The Loveliest week of the year, the Valentine’s week or Love Week! The week starts from 7th of February and ends oh 14th of February. The love week starts with the Rose Day followed by Propose Day, Chocolate Day, Teddy Day, Promise Day, Hug Day, Kiss Day and finishes with the Happy Valentines Day.
Continue reading: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.theholidayspot.com/valentine/valentine-week-list.htm
Continue reading: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.theholidayspot.com/valentine/valentine-week-list.htm
January 23, 2020
National Poverty in America Awareness Month
January is National Poverty in America Awareness Month.
Poverty in America affects all walks of life. This post will show a breakdown of the most affected.
Millions of jobs have been created in the US economy, but many Americans still live in poverty. Who are they?
For nearly six years, the US economy has been generating huge numbers of jobs: nearly two million a year.
Not only has the economic recovery replaced the total number of jobs lost during the Great Recession - which followed the bursting of the housing bubble in 2007 - but it has added enough to account for a growing population as well.
Unemployment in the US now stands at just 4.1%,the lowest since 2000 , but there are many households which have not seen their fortunes improve.
In 2016 nearly 41 million people, or 13% of the population, were living in poverty - down from 15% at the height of the recession in 2010.
So, who are those classed as living in poverty?
Continue reading: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.bbc.com/news/amp/world-us-canada-41930107
November 28, 2019
Fun facts about Thanksgiving
The first Thanksgiving, history of Thanksgiving and fun facts.
The Nation Celebrates Its 399th Annual Feast.
In the fall of 1621, the Pilgrims — early settlers of Plymouth Colony — held a three-day feast to celebrate a bountiful harvest. Many regard this event as the nation’s first Thanksgiving.
The Wampanoag Indians in attendance played a key role but historians have recorded harvest ceremonies of thanks among other groups of European settlers in North America, including the British colonists in Virginia as early as 1619.
The legacy of thanks and the feast have survived centuries since the event became a national holiday on Oct. 3, 1863, when President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed the last Thursday of November as a national day of thanksgiving.
Decades later, President Franklin Roosevelt officially declared that Thanksgiving should always be celebrated on the fourth Thursday of the month to encourage earlier holiday shopping.
Continue reading:
https://www.census.gov/library/stories/2019/11/fun-facts-about-thanksgiving-from-turkey-texas-to-pilgrim-michigan.html?utm_campaign=20191127msacos1ccstors&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
August 11, 2019
It's National Sons and Daughters Day!
National Son and Daughter Day falls every year on 11th August.
National Son and Daughter Day 2019 in United States of America and India is celebrated with fun and frolic. It is a day when parents honour and appreciate their sons and daughters who make their life so beautiful. So if you are a parent then you must send lovely National Son and Daughter Day 2019 messagesand Son and Daughter Day Quotes to your dearest sons and daughters to tell them how important they are to you.
With the collection of beautiful National Son and Daughter Day images, greeting cards, messages, sayings and quotes, you can wish them on this wonderful occasion.
Here is a link to a great website to find a collection of really nice messages and greetings that you can send to your sons and daughters today.
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