National Cookie Day
Hedgehog Day
Ouch! Hedgehog Day highlights these loveable creatures but heed this word of warning, don’t get too close. As we all know hedgehogs are covered in spines but what you may not have known is that these spines are actually hollow hairs stiffened by keratin. Hedgehogs use their spines as a defense mechanism when under threat by […]
A Room Of One’s Own Day
As I write these words, surrounded by yelling children and a bad-tempered spouse with a headache, I can heartily attest to Virginia Woolf’s assertion that in order to write successfully, one needs a room of one’s own. Woolf’s 1928 essay ‘A Room of One’s Own’ was surely the inspiration behind A Room Of One’s Own […]
Name Your Poison Day
"Name Your Poison Day" on June 8th is a whimsical celebration of choice and autonomy. Originating from the phrase commonly heard in bars, this day encourages individuals to assert their preferences confidently, whether it's in selecting a drink, pursuing hobbies, or making life decisions. It's a reminder to embrace the diversity of tastes and interests, celebrating the freedom we have to choose our paths. So on "Name Your Poison Day," raise a glass to your favorite drink or indulge in activities that reflect your unique tastes, because today is all about honoring your choices and enjoying the journey of self-expression.
World Lupus Day
World Lupus Day aims to raise awareness of a disease that is little known, but can have devastating effects on sufferers and their families. Lupis is a chronic disease that causes the immune system to become overactive, creating antibodies that attack healthy tissue. Lupus can cause pain, inflammation and damage in any part of the […]