Quote of the Day
"Animals are such agreeable friends – they ask no questions; they pass no criticisms.
George Eliot
Writing Prompt of the Day
What Is Your Most Memorable Writing Assignment?
Day's Conversation Starter
What will phones be like in 10 years?
Joke of the Day
I asked a Frenchman if he played video games.
He said Wii!
Top Fun Fact
An Italian banker, Gilberto Baschiera is considered a modern-day Robin Hood. Over the course of 7 years, he secretly diverted 1 million euros to poorer clients from the wealthy ones so they could qualify for loans. He made no profit and avoided jail in 2018 due to a plea bargain.
History Fact
Japanese samurais disemboweled themselves with their sword (an act known as seppuko) when in danger of being captured.