A year ago  I invited you to celebrate life with me on a daily basis. And for the past 365 days I've been sharing the guests that life puts in the spotlight for each day. Some of them were really inspirational, some were really silly, others were very delicious, and still others made me scratch my head in confusion.  When I started the 365: Celebration of Life I had plans to celebrate some of them a little more intentionally. Most of the time those plans didn't come to fruition, the mundane life interferred. But that doesn't mean that I didn't take note a little bit more each day of this life we've all been gifted with. I learned about things I didn't know before, was reminded of some things I had forgotten about, and really did look at life, each day, a little differently. Each day holds a surprise. But only if we expect it can we see, hear, or feel it when it comes to us. Let's not be afraid to receive each day's surprise, whether it comes to us a...

Make Up Your Mind Day It's no mistake that today focuses on making up your mind.   To resolve or not for the new year? Or as we celebrated at the beginning of this year, to  commit  or not?  Sometimes when I am having trouble making up my mind I just make a decision and trust it will all turn out okay.  In fact, earlier this year I even wrote about decision-making, click here to read those thoughts.  New Year's Eve Saying goodbye to the old to usher in the new. There needs to be no explanation for this day.  We all know what it is. The most popular song to be played and/or sung on this day is Auld Lang Syne , but why?  Unlucky Day Well if you are unlucky today the consolation is that it's last time you will be for this year. :)  No Interruptions Day I will say this is a great day to get stuff done at the office if you are looking to be productive. But I think I'll stay home and read, that shouldn't be  interrupted ...

National Bicarbonate of Soda Day What is Sodium Bicarbonate? Baking soda, for so much more than baking ! Bacon Bacon Around the World So bacon has been "a thing" for a few years now. I personally think it is overly popular but to each their own.  :) If you are a bacon lover then this website is for you! If you actually need any idea of what to make with bacon here are 50 ideas to get you started. ( source )

Pepper Pot Day Authentic Pepper Pot Soup Recipe Tick Tock  Time's a wastin' on finishing up this year strong. What's your list look like?  I prioritized mine so whatever was leftover wouldn't disappoint my Type A personality. :)

Card Playing Day History of Playing Cards My family is big on playing card games together. My mama is going to be so excited about this day! Our family favorite card games are: Hand and Foot , Shanghai Rummy ,  Oh Heck , Hearts

Make Cut Out Snowflakes Day   The Origin of Paper Snowflakes Here's how to make paper snowflakes Grab some scissors and some paper and make your own !         National Fruitcake Day   January 3 is National Fruitcake Toss Day. Click here to get the history of the fruitcake. Why? Why was it ever created?  It kinda looks like a brick of ick to me. Visit the Zoo   During the holidays a lot of zoos decorate for Christmas. So bundle up and go to your local zoo for the night lights of the season! Our local zoo, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, calls their holiday lights Electric Safari

Boxing Day The History of Boxing Day Just like most other observances or holidays that started off with charity, Boxing Day has morphed from charity to just another day of after Christmas sales and vacation. Sigh. But I really, really like the original intent of Boxing Day so that's what I am going to focus on! Thank You Note Day Thank You Notes: Social Must or Time Suck Bust? Is the Thank-You Card Obsolete? How about you? What are your thoughts on the 'thank you card', still relevant? Candy Cane Day Candy Canes are delicious.  I would chew on them year round. The Invention and History of Candy Canes I'm also a purist when it comes to candy canes. Peppermint is the only acceptable flavor choice in my opinion.  :)