June  From Junius, Latin for the goddess Juno Camping Month Locate a new to you or favorite campground In case you are wondering my idea of camping is staying at a motel and not hotel.  *wink* Candy Month 17 Ways to Celebrate National Candy Month (did we really need ideas?!) Country Cooking Month Country Cooking isn't just about butter and sugar or being a rural resident. :) Soul Food Month What is Soul Food? Soul Food Recipes Iced Tea Month The variety of iced teas made and served in the world today is astounding, try a new one or drink your favorite this month!  Or start to celebrate tea year round with a subscription to a tea of the month club . Great Outdoors Month Go Outside ...I won't be but you can!  *wink* Dairy Month  All you ever want or need to know about dairy from the National Dairy Council Turkey Lovers Month That's right, June not November is turkey lovers month!  Crazy right?! Rose Month The Rose Garden at Glen Eyrie in Col

National Macaroon Day What is a macaroon and its many varieties? What's the difference? Macaroons vs Macarons French Macaron Recipe Coconut Macaroon Recipe Or if this all seems like too much work head to a bakery and pick up a few macaroons and macarons to taste today! Save Your Hearing Day How we hear is intricate and why we should protect ours How hearing works World No Tobacco Day Resources for tobacco prevention, control, and quitting A Body Timeline for Quitting Smoking  : This is incredible, our bodies WANT to recover and they begin to do so immediately when we make a choice to quit. Use Essential Oils and make your own Quit Sticks

This week we celebrate the last day of May and the start of June. This life we live is amazing isn't it? Here's a look at what it holds for us this next week!

Mint Julep Day A classic adult drink The Classic Mint Julep for Adults The Classic Mint Julep for Kids and Non-Drinkers 17 Mint Julep Desserts Loomis Day Mahlon Loomis, a dentist and inventor We can thank Loomis for dentures and the earliest form wireless communication! Water a Flower Day  This is an activity I am really bad at, I tend to flood plants and flowers and earn my nickname "black thumb."  But if you are good at this give your flowers, and plants, a watering today.

Learn About Composting Day Composting 101 The download on composting The environmental benefits of composting 5 Reasons Why Composting is the Greenest Thing You Can Do Put a Pillow on Your Fridge Day Um. Weird. Biscuit Day In North America it's one thing and in the rest of the world it's another North American Biscuit Recipes Basic (rest of the world) Biscuit Dough Recipe I say there is room today for indulging in all kinds of the biscuits the world has to offer. :)

Amnesty International Day Working for Human Rights In 1948, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights brought human rights into the realm of international law as a result of the violations during World War II. Human rights are basic rights and freedoms that all people are entitled to regardless of nationality, sex, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, language, or other status. Educate yourself and others about our basic human rights. When I was a kid and heard "hamburgers" this is exactly what I thought of! The McDonald's characters.   Hamburger Day There's a deeper history to the hamburger than I ever thought So many different kinds of hamburgers!

Sun Screen Day The History of Sun Screen Sun Protection without toxic chemicals DIY Sunscreen What is SPF? Cellophane Tape Day What it is Here's some #tapeselfie photos, I think people like to play with tape! Senior Health and Fitness Day Why exercise and fitness as we age is important Ideas and Tips to Get Our Seniors Moving

World Lindy Hop When it all began Seriously, how can you not be happy and tap your toes while hearing this music and watching this dance? Blueberry Cheesecake Day I will take blueberry cheesecake any way it comes, plain cheesecake with a blueberry topping or blueberry infused cheesecake.  But given a choice between the two I want the blueberry infused one. How about you? Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake Recipe The Ultimate Cheesecake Recipe Or if I don't have the energy to bake one I'll head to a bakery and buy one! Sally Ride Day The first American woman to travel to space The List of Women from the World Who Have Been to Space

Memorial Day The History of Memorial Day How have, why have, we moved from honoring those who have served this nation and given their lives for our freedoms to grilling out and playing sports ? Did you know (chances you don't since I didn't) that on Memorial Day there is supposed to be a national moment of remembrance at 3 pm local time?  Does anyone do this? National Missing Children's Day Help Keep Hope Alive for Families Tap Dance Day The History of Tap Dance International Tap Association Fred Astaire said this was perhaps the best tap dance ever recorded... Back in my day I loved the tap of Gregory Hines... And today tap continues to be relevant and impressive... End the day by watching the movie Tap with Gregory Hines. The 10 Best Tap Dance Scenes In Film Towel Day I personally love this particular observation.  If you know me well and for a rather long time you may remember that I have a "thing" about towels.  I used to tra

Escargot Day The History of Escargot Ew. (That's just my personal opinion/preference) Brother's Day Today is supposed to be a celebration of brothers, brother and brother but I want to celebrate my brothers so screw tradition.  I'm going to, as a sister, celebrate my brothers! Indianapolis 500 Day In 2011 the Indy 500 turned 100. 100 Years of the Indy 500 Watch the first Indy 500 in 1911 Tiara Day What's a Tiara? Wow, this is a lot of tiara's!  

This upcoming week features some of my favorite things - but that has been true of most weeks so far this year. Life always manages to bring the celebration and I'm grateful because some days I need the reminder to be grateful and celebrate life!   Life has such fun and interesting things for us this week, please join us and celebrate life!

International Jazz Day Celebrate this day by finding a local jazz place to visit tonight! If you live in my area check out this place . What is Jazz Music?  Any kind and variation of Jazz you could imagine Notable Jazz Musicians Brush up on your Jazz History with this in-depth docu-series ... Lucky Penny Day Hand out pennies to people! Turtle Day All About Turtles And then of course there are the TMNT's...

Don't Fry Day Committed to skin protection The easiest way to not fry?  Don't go outside!  Seriously! :) If you want a different take on today then don't eat fried foods today, ha! Harvey Milk Day The Bio of Harvey Milk Watch the 2008 film, Milk Goth Day The original Goths The Goth Subculture The Urban Dictionary: Goth Maritime Day The History of Maritime Apparently people really do celebrate this day, I had never heard of it.  Buy a Musical Instrument Day Or maybe just rent one?  Unless you know you love that instrument I'm not sure you should buy it quite yet! :)

National Memo Day Jot off some memo's to people today.  They are a little outdated with today's technology but I love a good memo. National Waiter and Waitresses Day Make sure you take the time to thank wait servers today, it's a hard job and sometimes the only choice some people have. The salary of a waiter/waitress Rapture Party Day Oh dear. *smh* I really have no words. If you want to have some fun with this day may I recommend a viewing of one of the following rapture movies ? Oy.  Moving on... I Need a Patch For That Day Any kind of patch from fixing a leak to helping kick an addictive habit.

Be a Millionaire Day  ( additional information ) It seems obvious what a millionaire is but just in case... 40 Young People Who Became Millionaires Before They Were 20 The Pros and Cons of Being Wealthy Lots of money is hard to be responsible for 7 Secrets of Self-Made Millionaires Weights and Measures Day Common Weights and Measures Let your kids measure and weigh things, they will think it is great fun! Pick Strawberries Day Strawberries, One of the World's Most Healthy Foods When I was a little girl, and we still lived in Michigan, my Mom would go strawberry picking and I remember going with her.  I remember picking one, putting it in the basket and then picking another and putting it in my mouth. :) I can still remember the taste of those strawberries and the sun shining down on our bent heads. It's a sweet little memory I hold close.

Boy's Club Day The History of the Boy's (and Girl's) Club Accounting Day Thank any accountant you know today. I am especially thankful for them because numbers and I don't get along in any part of life!  :) The History of Accounting May Ray Day The Health Benefits of Soaking in Sun Rays Sun Rays Help Reduce Stress If the sun is shining make sure you take advantage of it today!

Visit Your Relatives Day If you can't do a face-to-face visit then send a message to them and let them know they are thought of today. Museum Day The History of Museums I'm a sucker for museums.  I think it's because I find learning about new things, or old things - haha, is fascinating. Do you have a favorite museum? If you can, visit a museum today! You can find a museum no matter where you are at in the world! Whoa! 55,000 museums worldwide No Dirty Dishes Day This is fairly self-explanatory AND I am fully behind it! :)

Pack Rat Day Instead of doing as the description of the day suggests and acting like a pack rat today why not make sure that you aren't being a pack rat every other day?  Do you know a pack rat?  Consider using this day to see if they would like help changing their ways.  Btw, the modern day term for pack rat is hoarder. World Telecommunications Day Committed to Connecting the World World Hypertension Day What is hypertension and why is it bad? To avoid hypertension practice these lifestyle tips World Baking Day Very self-explanatory!  Get your baking on. :)

Another exciting week of life is ahead! Check out just a few of the things life has to celebrate this next week: Curious? Think you might know what some of these peeks are?  You'll have to join us this coming week in life to see if you are right or not and to see what else life highlights!

NYC July 2010 It's mi padre's birthday today!  My Daddy is another year older today but doesn't look it.  It seems us Ashley's wear our age very well.  I'm so grateful for my Daddy. He has incredible work ethic and integrity, is a great Papa, loves bringing all of his family together for face and heart time, has a deep and quiet love for God, and can't hum "Like a Virgin" even when he tries (yep, there's a story behind that - ha!).  I'm a clone of my Daddy in looks and actually in a lot of the Type A ways also.  Happiest Birthday Daddy, you are loved! National Sea Monkey Day What in the world are sea monkeys?! Buy your own Sea Monkey Aquarium Did you have Sea Monkeys when you were a kid? Learn to Swim Day So important, even for those who live in a landlocked state. Sign up for lessons and at least learn the basics, you never know when you will need to have the skill! The History of Swimming - say what? Claims it started in the S

National Bike to Work Day Grab your bike and pedal away. Or if you live too far away from work or don't have a bike then find a stationary bike and bike the miles you would have to and from work today. National Chocolate Chip Day Search out chocolate chips that have been responsibly sourced, pretty please!  Unsure why I mention it?   Read this article and watch the docu at the end.  What do you like to add chocolate chips into?  We like them in pancakes/waffles, muffins, cookies, trail mix, ice cream, pretty much anything we think they will go in! Police Officer's Memorial Day The Police Officer's Memorial in D.C. The Official Website Military Spouse Appreciation Day Support for military spouses 21 Things Only Military Spouses Understand Endangered Species Day A directory of the species that are endangered Pizza Party Day This needs no explanations and I'm thinking very little encouragement.  Get your pizza on today! Nylon Stockings Day The History

National Chicken Dance Day The History of the Chicken Dance A Chicken Dance Tutorial on The Lawrence Welk Show: Arrested Development's Version of The Chicken Dance: Golf Day Personally the only thing I see interesting about Golf is driving the cart .  :) Golf's Website , Golf's Channel World's 100 Greatest Golf Courses

National Receptionists Day What is the purpose and role of a receptionist? When I worked at Young Life I was the afternoon receptionist and surprisingly this introvert had a lot of fun being "the face of Young Life".  Being a receptionist is no joke, they are the first face, voice, and impression of the company or organization.  Take time today to thank the receptionist that represents your company or organization on your behalf, being "the face" isn't easy when you are having a bad/emotional day or don't feel well. How to be a good receptionist (with pictures)   Frog Jumping Day Frog Town USA The Origin of Frog Jumping Day Leprechaun Day What is a leprechaun? Donate a Day's Wages to Charity Day This website helps you pick charities to donate to  and has a calculator to help you know what one day of your wages is.  There are not words for how much I love this website and this day's focus. Third Shift Workers' Day The His

Limerick Day The History of the Limerick Some limerick samples Odometer Day What is an odometer and how does it work? Nutty Fudge Day Nut Fudge Recipe Nuts and I don't get along very well so I prefer nut free. :) International Nurses Day What is Nursing? The 10 most influential female nurses of all time 10 Most Famous Male Nurses in History My Mama was a nurse so I have heard stories from her side of the medical charts.  I have immense respect for nurses, they carry the bulk of patient care and know more than anyone gives them credit for. Thank any nurses you know or see today!  In fact, make a stop by a medical facility or hospital near you and drop off a treat for those hard working nurses. Fatigue Syndrome Day What is fatigue syndrome? Do you have the symptoms of fatigue? What are the possible causes of fatigue syndrome? Possible treatments and drugs , alternative medicine suggestions Lifestyle adjustments to help alleviate fatigue

Eat What You Want Day What do you want to eat today?  Eat what you want today and go back to the discipline you've been exercising tomorrow. Twilight Zone Day The History of Twilight Zone There was a board game , did anyone ever play it? Twilight Zone Drinks and Cocktails The Twilight Zone freaked me out and I still don't like it. Who was/is a fan?  Or did it freak you out too?

Mother's Day The History, Purpose, and Regional Dates Uncommon Gift Ideas Really uncommon gift ideas: support a Mom through one of these organizations (or one that you know of), blood:water , Compassion , Samaritan's Purse , Helping Hands for Single Moms , Microfinance for Women . Why do microfinance programs target women?  Stay Up All Night Night Psh.  I can barely make it to 10 pm! World Lupus Day What is Lupus? Fast Facts About Lupus Healthy Eating Tips for People with Lupus Windmill Day What is a windmill and its purpose? The History of Windmills Clean Up Your Room Day A How To Clean Your Room with Pictures Generally kids only have one room, their bedroom, but if they have a playroom or a homeschool classroom/area then today is a great day to tackle that as well! Adults, consider your cubicle (if you have one) as one of your rooms and take today to clean it up also. 15 minute bedroom clean up

Here's a look , literally, at what kind of celebrations life has for us this upcoming week!  And that's only some of the fun we are going to have this week with life! I hope you will celebrate with me!