Quote
“Life is a succession of lessons which must be lived to be understood.”
Helen Keller
Joke
Why aren’t dogs good dancers?
Because they have two left feet!
Fun Fact
Most American movie villains have British accents because we associate them with having high intellect and low morals.
History Fact
A Clash of Kings
The four suited kings in a traditional deck of cards actually represent historical kings. Some of the assignations are in dispute, but largely the kings are thought to be: King David of Israel as the King of Spades, Alexander the Great as the King of Clubs, Charlemagne as the King of Hearts, and either Augustus or Julius Caesar as the King of Diamonds.
Movie/TV Trivia
John Wick: Chapter 2
Keanu Reeves performed about 95 percent of the fight scenes himself. To prepare for the role, Keanu trained for three months. His training consisted of Judo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, marksmanship, and driving.
Movie/TV Quote
"Good morning, Vietnam!"
Good Morning, Vietnam, 1987
The real-life Adrian Cronauer says he came up with the drawn out "goooood moooorning" sign-on because he was often shuffling papers to start the show and needed to stall for time.
Conversation Starter
What cool conferences have you attended?
Writing Prompt