Today's Questions: Time flies ~ Thursday, 25 June 2015 (house, ideas, how much, buy)
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You know what they say: time flies when you throw a clock across the room. The 25th is the last Thursday of June 2015, almost halfway to 2016!
But you can take your time with . . .
Today's Unhurried Questions: The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020.
Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill?
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/faqs
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/share-your-ideas
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten?
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather?
How did you spend last Sunday?
Something you own that has a magnet.
The last thing you wrote on paper?
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it?
Foodie Questions: What flavor Slurpee would you like?
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year?
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring?
Today in History: 1928 Peyo, illustrator who created The Smurfs, born in Brussels, Belgium
1948 The Berlin airlift, officially called "Operation Vittles," began and lasted almost a year until May 1949
-----> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berlin_Blockade
1976 Songwriter and Capitol Records founder Johnny Mercer, died aged 66. He wrote the lyrics for "I'm an Old Cowhand from the Rio Grande", "Hooray for Hollywood", "Jeepers, Creepers!", "You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby", "Fools Rush In", "Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive", "Moon River", and many others.
1981 Microsoft incorporated in Washington state
Today's Quote: "Somebody said to me, 'But the Beatles were anti-materialistic.'
That's a huge myth. John and I literally used to sit down and say,
'Now, let's write a swimming pool.'"
~ Paul McCartney, British songwriter
Today’s (Slightly Censored) Word: cockamamie [KOK-uh-mey-mee] adjective
ridiculous, pointless, or nonsensical, ex. a cockamamie idea
Origin: Americanism, at least from 1920s, from paper strip decal with an image which could be transferred to the skin when moistened,
apparently alteration of decalcomania; sense “ridiculous” probably by association with ****-and-bull story, poppycock, etc.
Today Includes: Bomb Pop Day
Catfish Day
Color TV Day
Day of The Seafarer
Global Beatles Day
Strawberry Parfait Day
This Week Includes: Watermelon Seed Spitting Week
Lightning Safety Awareness Week
Mosquito Control Awareness Week
Today's Nostalgia Picture: 1927, Travel photographer visiting Washington D.C.
This has been one of my favorites for a long time, especially the expression on the dog at the far right.
Library of Congress photo, in the public domain.
today's unhurried questions: the us $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020.
Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill? Betsy Ross
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/faqs
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/share-your-ideas
last time anyone was removed from a us bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss alexander hamilton on the ten?
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? Stay hydrated.
How did you spend last Sunday? Staying hydrated.
Something you own that has a magnet. Refrigerator vacation mementos.
The last thing you wrote on paper? To do list.
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it?
foodie questions: what flavor slurpee would you like? I don't drink them.
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? Not yet.
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? Beer & chips.
You know what they say: time flies when you throw a clock across the room. The 25th is the last Thursday of June 2015, almost halfway to 2016!
But you can take your time with . . .
Today's Unhurried Questions:
The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020.
Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill? Marie Laveau
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? A lot!
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? Avoid it!
How did you spend last Sunday? Went to a movie and out to eat I think...
Something you own that has a magnet. Flashlights, tools, lots of things..
The last thing you wrote on paper? Meds routine.
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it?
Foodie Questions:
What flavor Slurpee would you like?
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year?
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring?
Today in History:
1928 Peyo, illustrator who created The Smurfs, born in Brussels, Belgium
1948 The Berlin airlift, officially called "Operation Vittles," began and lasted almost a year until May 1949
-----> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berlin_Blockade
1976 Songwriter and Capitol Records founder Johnny Mercer, died aged 66. He wrote the lyrics for "I'm an Old Cowhand from the Rio Grande", "Hooray for Hollywood", "Jeepers, Creepers!", "You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby", "Fools Rush In", "Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive", "Moon River", and many others.
1981 Microsoft incorporated in Washington state
Today's Quote:
"Somebody said to me, 'But the Beatles were anti-materialistic.'
That's a huge myth. John and I literally used to sit down and say,
'Now, let's write a swimming pool.'"
~ Paul McCartney, British songwriter
Today’s (Slightly Censored) Word:
cockamamie [KOK-uh-mey-mee] adjective
ridiculous, pointless, or nonsensical, ex. a cockamamie idea
Origin: Americanism, at least from 1920s, from paper strip decal with an image which could be transferred to the skin when moistened,
apparently alteration of decalcomania; sense “ridiculous” probably by association with ****-and-bull story, poppycock, etc.
Today Includes:
Bomb Pop Day
Catfish Day
Color TV Day
Day of The Seafarer
Global Beatles Day
Strawberry Parfait Day
This Week Includes:
Watermelon Seed Spitting Week
Lightning Safety Awareness Week
Mosquito Control Awareness Week
Today's Nostalgia Picture:
1927, Travel photographer visiting Washington D.C.
This has been one of my favorites for a long time, especially the expression on the dog at the far right.
Library of Congress photo, in the public domain.
Wishing you a tail-wagging-good Thursday! Great photo! Thanks BJH!
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? I wondered why I've been so sad.
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? Stay out of it as much as possible.
How did you spend last Sunday? Not working.
Something you own that has a magnet. Several cattle magnets. They are STRONG!
The last thing you wrote on paper? The address of someone I had to visit in town today.
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it? The length of a book was never intimidating but I just don't often have the opportunity to read even short books anymore.
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? Nope. Love 'em though.
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? If it was a last minute thing, I would grab some napkins.
It's still Wednesday here but I hope everyone has a great Thursday.
YuToday's Unhurried Questions: The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020.
Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill? Eleanor Roosevelt.
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/faqs ---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/share-your-ideas
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? I won't but I also think it's a mistake to replace him.
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? Stay home in the A/C.
How did you spend last Sunday? Not doing much of anything.
Something you own that has a magnet. A letter opener.
The last thing you wrote on paper? Shopping list.
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it? No.
Foodie Questions: What flavor Slurpee would you like? Orange.
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? No.
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? Sausage balls.
Today in History: 1928 Peyo, illustrator who created The Smurfs, born in Brussels, Belgium
1948 The Berlin airlift, officially called "Operation Vittles," began and lasted almost a year until May 1949
-----> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berlin_Blockade
1976 Songwriter and Capitol Records founder Johnny Mercer, died aged 66. He wrote the lyrics for "I'm an Old Cowhand from the Rio Grande", "Hooray for Hollywood", "Jeepers, Creepers!", "You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby", "Fools Rush In", "Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive", "Moon River", and many others.
1981 Microsoft incorporated in Washington state
Today's Quote: "Somebody said to me, 'But the Beatles were anti-materialistic.'
That's a huge myth. John and I literally used to sit down and say,
'Now, let's write a swimming pool.'"
~ Paul McCartney, British songwriter
Today’s (Slightly Censored) Word: cockamamie [KOK-uh-mey-mee] adjective
ridiculous, pointless, or nonsensical, ex. a cockamamie idea
Origin: Americanism, at least from 1920s, from paper strip decal with an image which could be transferred to the skin when moistened,
apparently alteration of decalcomania; sense “ridiculous” probably by association with ****-and-bull story, poppycock, etc.
Today Includes: Bomb Pop Day
Catfish Day Yummy!
Color TV Day
Day of The Seafarer
Global Beatles Day
Strawberry Parfait Day
This Week Includes: Watermelon Seed Spitting Week
Lightning Safety Awareness Week
Mosquito Control Awareness Week
Today's Nostalgia Picture: 1927, Travel photographer visiting Washington D.C.
This has been one of my favorites for a long time, especially the expression on the dog at the far right.
Library of Congress photo, in the public domain.
Wishing you a tail-wagging-good Thursday! Wow. That is a great photo, bjh. Thanks for the questions and info.
Today's Unhurried Questions: The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020.
Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill?
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/faqs
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/share-your-ideas In theory I support a woman being on U.S. currency, but I like Alexander Hamilton so I'd rather not see them change the $10 bill. I would rather see William McKinley replaced on the $500 bill or a woman replace him on the dollar coin. My choice of woman would be either Eleanor Roosevelt, Harriet Tubman, Sacajawea, Elizabeth Cady Stanton or Jane Addams.
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? I would miss him because I think he has a handsome face and he was a very important figure in U.S. history. Also I have a personal connection to the town where he had the fatal duel, Weehawken, New Jersey. My first serious boyfriend was from there, and I have visited the site of the Hamilton-Burr duel.
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? Stay inside or in the shade, drink a lot of liquid, go swimming if you can, eat light, wear loose, lightweight clothing, go out early in the day or after sunset.
How did you spend last Sunday? I didn't feel well, so I skipped the gym, stayed in and watched TV.
Something you own that has a magnet. My refrigerator magnets:
The last thing you wrote on paper? A shopping list
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it? Not at all. I have read many books that long and longer.
Foodie Questions: What flavor Slurpee would you like? Cherry, or whatever the red flavor is.
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? No, not yet. I've seen them in the grocery store, though.
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? I would bring peanut butter cookies.
Thanks, bjh! Love the photo.
Today's Unhurried Questions:
The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020.
Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill? [b]Maybe whoever you can argue was the most active first lady? I'm not sure.
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/faqs
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/share-your-ideas
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? I'd rather see Andrew Jackson gone from the $20. I used to didn't care for Hamilton but after my history courses this school year, I think his ideas were better than Thomas Jefferson's. But I really won't care who's on my money. It won't buy me much anyway.
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? Keep hydrated.
How did you spend last Sunday? At my house, my mom's side came over to celebrate Father's Day, my sister's birthday, my twin cousins' upcoming birthday, and my cousin's belated birthday.
Something you own that has a magnet. My hippie van magnet/can opener.
The last thing you wrote on paper? My work schedule on my calendar.
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it? I hardly read at all.
Foodie Questions:
What flavor Slurpee would you like? Cherry, please!
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? I don't care for watermelon.
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? Fried pickles!
You know what they say: time flies when you throw a clock across the room. The 25th is the last Thursday of June 2015, almost halfway to 2016!
But you can take your time with . . .
Today's Unhurried Questions: The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020.
Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill? Betsy Ross.
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/faqs
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/share-your-ideas
Last time anyone was removed from a [b]US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? Kinda'. The $10 bill is my favorite for pocket bills.
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? If you over-heat while outside doing something busy, like gardening, place an ice bag inside your hat for a big cool-off.
How did you spend last Sunday? Not much. A little garden work, some house cleaning, a nap....
Something you own that has a magnet. A back brace.
The last thing you wrote on paper? Filling out a check for my credit card bill.
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it? It could, but it also depends on the book.
Foodie Questions: What flavor Slurpee would you like? Lime.
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? Nope, not yet.
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? I wouldn't. I don't do well with impromptu, or short-notice, potlucks.
I would like to see Raquel Welch on the new $10 bill...........
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Alexander Hamilton on the ten? 
