Quote of the Day
"The most precious gift we can offer anyone is our attention. When mindfulness embraces those we love, they will bloom like flowers."
Thich Nhat Hanh
Writing Prompt of the Day
Is Your Bedroom a Nightmare?
Day's Conversation Starter
What is your favourite piece of technology that you own?
Joke of the Day
Why did the grizzly hate this article? He can't bear puns!
Top Fun Fact
Red Solo cups are a common souvenir to bring back from the United States. The novelty comes from the cups being used in many party scenes in movies.
History Fact
Lyndon B. Johnson Gave Interviews From the Bathroom
This, for lack of a better word, unapologetic president gave interviews while using the toilet. Presidential biographer Doris Kearns Goodwin describes the impetus: "he just didn't want the conversation to stop."
Weird Laws
Registering as Married at a Hotel in North Carolina Makes It So
Let's say a man and a woman walk into a hotel in North Carolina, request to share a room, and claim they are married. By common law marriage rules in the state, that man and woman would legally be married.
As the couple "outwardly present themselves as husband and wife to the public," they are deemed a common law marriage, that is honoured and valid in North Carolina.
Should you find yourself in need of a hotel room for the night, you may want to fess up if you aren't a married couple.
Foody Things
Where to Eat
With nearly 150 Michelin-starred restaurants in this tiny country, it's safe to say you can find a great meal here.
The Ma Langue Sourit restaurant received 2 Stars in 2019, joining Mosconi as the second 2-Star spot in the country. The restaurant focuses on a full sensory experience for diners, and is known for its creative use of local, organic produce.
Movie/TV Trivia
Toto Earned More Than the Munchkins on The Wizard of Oz
A lot more, in fact. The canine actor earned $125 per week for his efforts, while the actors playing the Munchkins brought in just $50 a week.
Movie/TV Quote
"May the Force be with you."
Star Wars, 1977