January 31 is...

Scotch Tape Day

I don't know how to celebrate this one, other than to suggest that you might hang things all over the place, or rip a bunch of paper and then repair it. I don't know that scotch tape has much utility outside of the Christmas season...

Backwards Day

I can't see how this is really any different from opposite day, but celebrate anyway. I guess if there's something you already do backwards - i.e. you're left handed - then don't change. Maybe today would be a good day to like Canada.

January 30 is...

National Croissant Day

Love me some of this French delight.  I like to buy them in bulk from the Wal-mart or the Costcos.  I then cut them in half, unabashedly smear them with butter and my favorite home-made berry jam, stick them in the micro for 15-30 sec. and enjoy.  However, the potential of the croissant is virtually endless.  Use your imagination, use a recipe, use a Pillsbury tube, use the bakery, just use a croissant.

Escape Day

Just get away from it all.  Take a hot bath, take the day off, take a number.  Maybe you don't need an escape from life.  Maybe you just need an escape from your horrible living room furniture.  Well, whatever the size or nature of your need for a break-out, today's your day.  You provide the reason, I'll provide the get-away car...as long as your reasons for celebration are legal.

Thermos Bottle Day

My friend gave me a lunchbox for Christmas.  I was disappointed to discover that they no longer come with those really cool, completely useless thermoses with the cup/lid.  They now come with a sport bottle.  *sigh*  Well, find a thermos...if they still make them, fill it with soup, hot chocolate, coffee, iced tea - whatever.  You'll know that it'll still be the same temperature when you need it.  Unless, of course, you happen to own an old-school lunchbox thermos.  Those couldn't keep self-perpetuating hand warmer hot.

*note

I've apparently missed a couple of holidays lately.  Yesterday was National Puzzle Day.  I didn't realize that until I got to school and it was written on one of the first-grade classroom white boards.  Also, a good friend informed me that the 21 was Squirrel Appreciation Day.  I realize these holidays don't do you much good for this year, but put them on your calendar for next time around.  Also, if you come across any holidays I miss, feel free to let me know!

January 29 is...

National Cornchip Day

Again, not one of my favorite foods, but I recognize their usefulness in situations involving chili, taco salad, or some sort of party for a big game of one type or another.  So, grab some Fritos and sprinkle to your heart's content - especially since that's today's only holiday.

And for that reason, here's some useless information about the Fritolay company.

Unofficial History of the corn chip.

And a recipe for the daring.

January 28 is...

Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day

There is some discrepancy as to the actual date of celebration here.  I've found sources that say everything from Jan. 23 to Jan. 31.  However, according to bubblewrap.com it is, in fact, today. (sorry Launi)  Time to celebrate America's favorite ADD inducing product.  Pop it, pack with it, even make sculptures or clothing.  The possibilities are endless.

National Kazoo Day

Rock on brotha'!  I love me some kazoo.  I need to find one.  They had a kazoo band in a parade I saw once.  I think I may start my own.  So, take this highly portable instrument and annoy everyone you know.  They can't complain, after all, it's a holiday.

National Blueberry Pancake Day

I know what I'm having for dinner.  I'd have it for breakfast, but that would require me to get up far too early, and it's really not worth it.  But I haven't had breakfast for dinner in quite some time, so I think I'll enjoy that this evening.  Here's a recipe for you ambitious folk.  Personally, I think I'll just use a mix.

January 27 is...

Chocolate Cake Day

Are you kidding me?!  An entire day devoted to chocolate cake.  I don't think there's anything to complain about here.  Whether you like it moist, dense, frosted, from scratch or out of the box.  Go for it.  And remember, it's the official day, so calories don't count.

I couldn't decide on just one recipe, so here are a bunch.  Pick your favorite.

Happy Adoption Day

I've always thought that adoption was a much better alternative to abortion...and I still do.  So find your favorite adopted relative - have you any - and give them a hug and some chocolate cake.  Or just spare a thought for the thousands of people who can't have kids.  Say a little prayer that they'll find a little angel to join their family.

January 26 is...

Alzheimer's Awareness Day

Rather than quoting a bunch of stale information about Alzheimer's Disease, I'll just say that today might be a good day for a Boy Scout moment.  Go to your local rest home and visit someone lonely.  Seriously.

And for those of you who were hoping for the stale info.  Here's a link.

January 25 is...

Opposite Day

Today's the official day.  I remember this day in elementary school.  Everyone would wear their pants backwards, and say "no" when they mean "yes."  I'm all about mayhem and confusion.  So, wear your pants backwards.  Or better yet, wear your underwear on the outside.  Say "yes" when you mean "no."  Maybe the creepy men who hit on you will finally get the hint.  Also, I don't think you should send me any money...

Cookie Legend Day

This refers to the legend of the woman who was charged $250 for the Neiman Marcus cookie recipe and then took her vengeance by circulating the recipe via e-mail to the entire known world.  To help her in her quest for justice, here's the recipe:

INGREDIENTS

1 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups rolled oats
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
4 ounces milk chocolate, grated
1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts


DIRECTIONS

1) Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

2) Cream together butter and sugars. Add eggs one at a time and mix well after each. Add the vanilla and mix well. Measure oatmeal into a blender or food processor, and then blend to a fine powder.

3) In a separate bowl, mix together flour, oatmeal, salt, baking powder and baking soda.

4) Stir dry ingredients into creamed butter and sugar.

5) Add chocolate chips, grated chocolate and nuts.

6) Drop by rounded teaspoons onto ungreased cookie sheets. Bake for 6 - 8 minutes.

HAVE FUN!

January 24 is...

Eskimo Pie Patent Day

Ok, so I don't know that we can really celebrate by eating Eskimo Pies since we're celebrating the patent, and not the actual "pie" - though technically not a pie...but I say what the hey!  Go eat an Eskimo Pie.  I'd include an Eskimo Pie recipe, but...well...it's patented.  So, here's what I could find of the history of the Eskimo Pie.

National Peanut Butter Day

Not my favorite of the sweets, but bearable.  Have a sandwich, a reese's, a cookie, or just a huge glob of peanut butter right off the spoon (I think the latter is the reason I'm not such a fan of peanut butter.  I did it once, and henceforth developed an aversion.)

Useful...or not...information.

January 23 is...

National Handwriting Day

Find a new way to write, or just practice your current penmanship. Today might also be a good day to forget the e-mail and actually put time into writing an actual note to someone. Just an idea.

National Pie Day

I freaking love pie. I might have to splurge a bit and really celebrate today. Maybe banana cream...mmm...
On a side-note today also happens to be Rhubarb Pie Day. I've never tried rhubarb, so today may be a day for a personal first.

Measure Your Feet Day

Could there be a more pointless activity? I guess if you're bored, though...
My feet are a size 10, sometimes I can fit into a size 9, and for one pair of shoes I really should have bought an 11, but I bought them online, so I didn't know. Also, I just checked. My feet are approximately 10.5 inches, and 26.5 centimeters long. Maybe during school I'll measure in pounds, grams, decimeters, or hairs per square inch.

January 22 is...

National Blonde Brownie Day

Now, this is a holiday I can wrap my taste-buds around.  I'm convinced that brownies - in any form, really - could solve the world's problems.  So, whip up a batch, invite some friends over, and go to town.  

Blonde Brownie Recipe

Cold Cream Day

I admittedly don't know much about cold cream.  It always just makes me think of that scene in Mrs. Doubtfire where Robin Williams sticks his face in a cake.  I suppose that's not too far of a stretch.  Anyway...here's some more information, if you're interested.  Now, you don't have to stick your face in a cake to celebrate today - thought I'm not saying you can't - but today might be a good day to exfoliate...

January 21 is...

National Hugging Day

Oh my. I think I may have just discovered a new favorite holiday. Who doesn't love hugging? And if you don't love hugging - who are you and why? I say hug everyone! Unfortunately for me I won't be at school tomorrow. One of my favorite things is when the kids at school run up to me and give me hugs. I love it. I guess I'll just have to find other people to hug. Maybe even random people at the mall...or the Target cashier...

New England Clam Chowder Day

This really is the best kind of clam chowder.  I have a couple cans in my cupboard.  I guess I know what's for lunch.  For you ambitious folks, here's a recipe.  Just don't forget the oyster crackers.

Electric Blanket Day

It's about time we had a weather appropriate holiday or two.  Turn up that blanket, grab your bowl of clam chowder, hug your mother, and settle in to celebrate.  Maybe there'll be a documentary on clams on the Discovery Channel.  You never know.

Martin Luther King Day

Or Civil Rights Day.  Or Equality Day.  Or PC Day.  Or whatever.  It's all about respect.  Maybe we should just call it Aretha Franklin Day.

January 20 is...

National Cheese Lover's Day

Really - what a great holiday. I love cheese. Love it. I especially love it when something deep-fried is stuffed with cheese. It's like a heart attack in a little bundle of fried goodness. mmm... So, go out there and cheese it up! "Gouda's my favorite."
Oh, and here's the exhaustive resource for cheese-related info.

National Granola Bar Day

A little healthier than deep-fried cheese, and equally tasty. Here's a recipe. I guess this could also be a day to celebrate locations where environmentally conscious people gather for a drink...

School Lunch Day

I'm sad that this year it's on a Sunday because I would totally be celebrating. I eat school lunch every day! I guess I could make my own lunch and just put it in a lunchbox before eating it...hmmm...that might work...
For those of you who are feeling a bit more ambitious, try to concoct something food-like out of the ingredients in your cupboard. A pre-shaped chicken fried stake, water gravy over fake mashed potatoes, a sad excuse for a turkey sandwich, maybe even a small hard-shell taco. These are the things that fill my heart and stomach with joy on a daily basis. mmm...

January 19 is...

Today's are a bit late because of a random roadtrip and a bit of poor planning, so I apologize...but here they are!

National Popcorn Day

What a delightful treat. Whether you go old school over the fire, or just pop a bag in the microwave, eat it up. For Christmas my mom got a popcorn cart. I'm sure she'll be celebrating in style.

Diabetes Awareness Day

Everyone knows a sugarless someone. And old boss of mine used to say it's because she was naturally sweet. Sugar-coat their day in other ways. Make them a card, buy them a piece of fruit, just don't eat cake in front of them and then laugh in their face. That would be rude.

January 18 is...

Winnie the Pooh Day

Probably my least favorite member of the Disney family.  I don't know why, but he just kinda bugs.  Slight animosity aside, today's the day to celebrate his pooh-ness.  So grab a honey pot, your favorite psychological disorder, a corner of the hundred-acre wood, and say nothing all day but, "Oh bother."

Peking Duck Day

Here's a recipe.

Here's a random blog with the title The Peking Duck.

Here are some random factoids.  

Add one table spoon of soy sauce, and enjoy.

Metric System Day

Finally a day to celebrate the most brilliant system of measurement since...well probably ever.  Heaven knows the British were on drugs when they based their system of measurements on the length of some old (and probably ugly) king's decrepit body parts.  So, have a litre of water, measure yourself in kilograms at the gym, and drive a few kilometers home.  And really, we should go metric.

January 17 is...

Pickled Peppers Day

And that's it.  Only one today.  

Here's the Peter Piper Rhyme.

Here's a recipe.

No go out there and make today one steamin' hot day! (get it...peppers...hot?)

January 16 is...

Hot and Spicy Food International Day

Eat it hot!  Curry, salsa, papas a la Huancaina, if it's spicy, it's edible.  Go for the gusto.  Be hot.

National Nothing Day

So...I guess we don't celebrate?  Do nothing, eat nothing, say nothing...wear nothing.  I'm not encouraging indecent exposure, but really, how else can you spice up nothing?

National Fig Newton Day

More than a cookie, it's fruit and cake.  Figs have always been a mystery to me, but Fig Newtons are rather delightful.  So, by a box/bag/whatever you call a Newton container these days, dunk 'em, munch 'em, share 'em with everyone.

January 15 is...

Hat Day

I'm not feeling especially witty today, and for that I apologize.  This one's pretty self explanatory.  Wear a hat.  And be creative.  Maybe use a stuffed animal (pre-manufactured, or post-life), and old shirt, or grandpa's toupee.

Strawberry Ice Cream Day

I don't get the absurd amount of holidays involving the consumption of cold things celebrated in the middle of the winter.  But, I must say that strawberry ice cream is delightful, so I'm not really complaining.  Home-made is best, and the most fun on all fronts.  Try that.

Rain Forest Day

Build one in your bathroom.  I did once and it turned out to be quite spectacular.  I recommend adding a soundtrack and putting the speakers in strategic locations - like in a bush, or behind the toilet.  I guess you could always just donate money to the tree-huggers, or nip on down to South America and celebrate in style.  Just remember to bring me a souvenir.

January 14 is...

Love a Pig Day

As Ray Stevens has said, "Kiss a pig, hug a swine, some of them are good friends of mine..."  Now, what kind of pig is entirely up to you.  Hamshire, babe, your husband...

And how you show your love is also an individual decision.  Whether you love a nice ham sandwich, or actually kiss a pig out on the farm.  Today's the day for pig love.

National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day

That's right folks, this one is nation-wide.  Find your favorite deli...or at the very least the deli section of your favorite grocery store and go to town.  Hot Pastrami with the works.  Splurge, after all, it's a holiday.

January 13 is...

Make Your Dreams Come True Day

Walt Disney would be proud...and mostly likely sponsor an event complete with absurdly priced merchandise.  But whatever their current shortcomings, they had the right idea in the beginning.  Go out there and make it all happen.  Start learning French, ask that girl on a date, buy that new pair of shoes!  Today's your day!

National Peach Melba Day

The Peach Melba is a classic dessert, invented in 1892 or 1893 by the French chef Auguste Escoffier at the Savoy Hotel, London to honour the Australian soprano, Dame Nellie Melba (1861 - 1931). It combines two favourite summer fruits: peaches and raspberry sauce accompanying vanilla ice cream.

He had heard Nellie Melba perform at Covent Garden one night and was inspired to create a dessert just for her. Rumour had it she loved ice cream, but did not dare eat it often, believing it would affect her vocal cords. Escoffier created a sauce of raspberries, redcurrant jelly, sugar and cornstarch. In Peach Melba, the ice cream, being only one element in a whole, would not be as cold and thus not harm her vocal cords. He served it at a dinner she was hosting, presented in an ice sculpture of a swan inspired by the performance of Lohengrin he had seen.

And now you know.  Here's a recipe.  Go have fun.  Peach Melba

Bad Back Day

How odd to celebrate pain.  Maybe it's more of a sympathy day.  Make a card for someone.  Take them a lower-back support belt...or better yet, buy them a massage chair...or a masseuse...

January 12 is...

Curried Chicken Day

Don't know that there's really much to expound on here. Chicken, curry, today. Do it.

Feast of Fabulous Wild Men Day

Apparently no one knows exactly what this holiday is, where it came from, or why it's celebrated. I think that just gives us liberty to celebrate how we will. It could be another Man Watcher's Day with a cooler title i.e. feast your eyes. It could just be eating out with a bunch of cool guys who have bad table manners. For me I think it will include feasting on excellent food with some fabulous and wild company. Either way, should be fun.

Roller Skating Day

I think it's been years since I've worn roller skates. Maybe today is the day to rediscover that lost part of what makes me me...or what makes you you for that matter. Bust out the old skates, or go to a rink and rent some. Just be sure to anti-fungal your feet before going. And remember, the roller-derby does not involve you and the 6-year-old who happens to be at the rink at the same time.

January 11 is...

National Step-in-a-puddle-and-splash-your-friend Day

Again, one of those holidays that may not belong in January. Mostly because only a small percentage of Americans can celebrate this day (not that I'm anti-global celebrations or anything, just a prideful American who would like to celebrate...) Maybe they just ran out of room in April. So, if you're lucky enough to find a puddle, and lucky enough to have friends, and lucky enough to be with your friends...near the puddle, by all means, splash them. Splash them with all your might. You're one of the lucky few. Maybe the rest of us can just watch Singin' In the Rain.

Milk Day

Now here's a holiday I can really get behind. Grab a huge class, fill it with milk, and go to town. Feel free to give your milk friends in the form of cookies, brownies, cakes...or any baked goods really. Pour it without reservation over your breakfast cereal. Add chocolate syrup and have a party. Get your calcium. After all, it does a body good (which; in my humble, yet accurate opinion, was a better campaign than "Got Milk?")

Apple Jack Day

"What exactly is an applejack?" you may be asking. Well, according to Wikipedia it may be several things: An alcoholic beverage produced from apples, a famous American cereal,
the name of a My Little Pony, a song by Dolly Parton, or a hat popular in the early 20th century among Rastafarians. Use your imagination with today, but if you must drink, please drink responsibly. My personal recommendation is a safer, and more delicious, bowl of Apple Jacks - thus allowing you to celebrate two holidays in one.

January 10 is...

Peculiar People Day

Hmmm...so many directions to go here. I think we'll just stick with a general peculiarity. Celebrate your weirdness, the quirks and quibbles that make you you. Of course the Mormon in me is jumping all over this as well...

Bittersweet Chocolate Day

Oh my, I love chocolate. Bittersweet Chocolate - more commonly known as 'dark' chocolate - is an aphrodisiac. Interesting no? So, today should be an excellent day for one and all. ;)

Kiss A Shark Day

What does this mean? A loan shark? A card shark? And actual shark? A shark-shaped sugar cookie? A man dressed in a shark costume working at a seafood restaurant? The world may never know. And until the world does know, use your right to creative freedom to celebrate this day however you deem appropriate. Just don't blame me if you end up with scars.

January 9 is...

National Apricot Day

I wonder at the wisdom of having a day dedicated to fruit in the middle of the winter, but it's not up to me, so I'll celebrate nonetheless. Apricots are an excellent source of beta-carotene and are useful in reducing infections or skin problems. They're also pretty tasty. So, though there may be a dearth of fresh apricots at the moment, you can always find the dried variety. I enjoy apricot cheesecake, apricot chutney, and apricot jam on toast. There's this amazing stuff called freezer jam that I made once. You use a specific kind of pectin, frozen fruit, and an absurd amount of sugar, and you pretty much instantly have jam. Might be something to look into for today.

Step Father's Day

Don't know that I can really sympathize with this day, being that I have no step-father, but for those of you who do, why not show him you care? If you have a good relationship with your step-father you probably celebrate his fatherly-ness on Father's Day, so today is rather superfluous. I think Step-Father's Day is for those who don't get along so well with the not-quite-so-old-man. Get him half a tie, or one of those blinking hats - but one where only half the lights work. You could even show how much you really care by making some home-made apricot jam...and 'accidentally' forget the sugar. I wonder if Hallmark has a card...

January 8 is...

English Toffee Day

Not my favorite of confectionery delights, but my mom goes insane during the holidays and makes enough for the entire population of Latin America, so I can tolerate it. If you're into that sort of thing, enjoy some with a friend. Just be sure to hit the gym to work off all that sugar and butter.

Man Watcher's Day

One of my personal favorites. I love to people watch. So, sit on a bench, or at a table in the food court of your local mall, or on a chair in the airport. Men are everywhere and relatively easy to spot. Watch them, and laugh.

Bubbling Bath Day

And interesting holiday to pair with Man Watcher's Day...if you're into that sort of thing. Even if you're not, hop in the tub, pour in some bubble bath, light a few candles...and soak. *aahhh* Although the name of the holiday would seem to indicate something more...effervescent. Go to the spa and see what sort of exotic fizzy mineral water baths they can offer. Maybe you'll find a new guilty pleasure.

January 7 is...

Old Rock Day

Not that there's such a thing as a young rock...but I guess it's all relative. Find a rock. Paint it, give it away, break it, make stone soup, use it as a book end. The possibilities are endless, really.

National Tempura Day

What is it with this stuff? In my opinion it's like a continental version of the good ol' southern deep fried stuff. I guess if it floats your boat. If you're gonna go old-world style though, you should do shrimp tempura, because if you're gonna do chicken, you might as well just nip on over to the KFC and save yourself the trouble.

Dress up a Pet Day

I'm generally opposed to animal clothing. I think it's useless. Animals were designed not to need clothing. But I guess if you're into that sort of thing, today's a good day to go buck wild with it. Buy your chihuahua a tuxedo, put your Siamese cat in a ball-gown, or dress up your gerbil like Spider-man. You can even dress up your pet rock.

January 6 is...

Bean Day

Garbanzos, pintos, green. Cook 'em, eat 'em, shoot 'em through a straw at an unsuspecting sibling. Who said beans can't be fun? Being somewhat of an elementary educator by trade, my mind is thinking of all sorts of crazy art projects involving beans, boxes, and clear varnish. So, whatever you choose to do with this day, use the ol' bean and make the most of it!

National Shortbread Day

Lorna Doone would be so proud. I am a fan of shortbread. Especially if there's a tall glass of milk to accompany. So curl up with a blanket, a good book, and a piece of shortbread and enjoy yourself.

Cuddle Up Day

I've been cuddling quite a bit this week, unfortunately I don't think I'll get any today. Ironic - no? Break out the beanbags - double whamee there - find a comfy couch, and invite your best friend over for a great movie...and maybe some shortbread, then you kill three birds with one stone. Either way, there's no day like today to feel a warm body next to you. *sigh*

January 5 is...

Bird Day

Watch 'em, eat 'em, stuff 'em, even flip 'em. Today is a day for the birds. I recommend watching Sesame Street while eating a Turkey wrap, wearing a feather boa, and teaching your parakeet to whistle the Andy Griffth Show theme. That'd about have all your bases covered.

National Whipped Cream Day

I'm a bit surprised that this day doesn't happen concurrently with New Year's Eve. I mean, think about it. Either way, use today to add fluff to your dessert, creaminess to your hot chocolate, and a little fun to your late-night activities. I've personally got two cans sitting in my fridge waiting to be used...I also have some friends coming over...hmmm...

Take the Cake Day

Do something extra-spectacular. Step out of your comfort zone. Surprise your boss, or your spouse, or your..."roommate." Add a little spice to your day and make someone say "Now doesn't that just take the cake..."
I guess you could always be a literalist and take an actual cake, but that would be slightly illegal...and mean. Unless you return the cake covered in whipped cream from your other celebration.

January 4 is...

Trivia Day

Who won the superbowl in 1974? Who was the third person in the credits of the highest grossing film from 1966? How much does the average cow liver weigh? Who cares? Well, today's the day to find out. So go out there and garner more useless information to dispense to hundreds of your indifferent friends and acquaintances.

National Spaghetti Day

"On top of spaghetti, all covered with cheese, I lost my poor meatball, when somebody sneezed." Today's the day to boil, cook, strain, oil, cut, twirl and slurp. Do it your way. Al dente, a la marinara, a la carte...just don't forget the parmesan - and a napkin. As a side-note it is proper etiquette to slurp one's spaghetti. So go ahead and enjoy.

Clean Desk Day

As I observe my own writing area, I think I may need to take advantage of this one. Put the books away, dust those pesky corners, clean out the drawers, straighten that glistening name-plate. Today your desk should reflect your personality...unless of course you have a cluttered personality; in which case I recommend intense psychoanalysis.

January 3 is...

Festival of Sleep Day

I plan to celebrate all day...if only. No I think I celebrated this one early, but I digress. Today, above all days, would be a good one for a nap. Plan a little extra time on your lunch break, or after work, or during work for that matter. Students can certainly fit a snooze into an overly verbose lecture. I recommend wearing a puffy coat. Try to convince your boss that this is a holiday recognized by the UN and see if they'll let you have an office party.

Chocolate-filled Cherry Day

I'm wondering if they mean cherry-filled chocolate, because a cherry doesn't leave much room to be filled with, well, anything really. Either way eat something chocolatey and cherry-y. I recommend black forest cake, cherry cordials, or perhaps a cherry coke with a hershey's bar. With all the leftover goodies that everyone no doubt has lying around from the holidays, I'm sure it won't be hard to find something...

Silly Putty Day

I celebrated this one on a daily basis back in my telemarketing days. Silly Putty saved my sanity on more than one occasion. I think it only appropriate that we set aside an entire day for this most glorious of inventions. Stretch it, stick it, make an imprint of tonight's movie times from the paper. So many uses, so little time.

January 2 is...

National Cream Puff Day

Cream puffs, what more could you want for a celebration? Go to the nearest bakery as quickly as you can and buy them out. Give them without reservation to everyone...like in those commercials where the world is perfect and people hand out food and beverage like it's going out of style. This holiday might be especially festive with those of your friends who may have chosen to live an 'alternative lifestyle.'

If you're feeling particularly ambitious, here are some recipes to make your own.

Get Over It Day

Whatever it is - get over it. Now is the time to rise above the problems that are bogging you down. Lost your job? Lost your love? Can't find the right kind of olive oil? Get over it. To steal an idea from "Elizabethtown" - you have 5 minutes to wallow in your misery, but then you have to be done. Just get over it.

January 1 is...

Z day.

On Z Day, people with last names beginning with the letter Z get to go first in line.
I think it's sort of ironically appropriate that the first day of the year would be Z day.
Z day is also the day when the Earth will be attacked by zombies...so keep an eye out.

Apple Gifting Day

Pretty self explanitory. Give an apple. You don't even have to have a teacher in mind. Give it to your mother, your best friend, your neighbor, your..."roommate", red delicious, gala, fuji, even a grapple if the fancy strikes you. Reach out and touch someone...with fruit.