Today's Dippit!

Quote

"One loyal friend is worth ten thousand relatives." 

Euripides

Joke

Two pickles fell out of a jar onto the floor. What did one say to the other?

Dill with it.

Fun Fact

Although no longer connected to the beer company, Guinness World Records was founded by the managing director of Guinness Brewery in the 1950s.

Reading Fact The word "bestseller" for books was first used in Fools of Nature by Alice Brown in 1889.

History Fact

The earliest ever lottery was during the Chinese Han Dynasty between 205 – 187 BC.

Although it’s not exactly known what the prizes were, it’s believed that Chinese citizens of this era could draw keno slips (in the way one draws straws) for a nominal fee.

This lottery was created to help fund major government projects, including the construction of the Great Wall of China.

Movie/TV Trivia

Melissa McCarthy styled her Bridesmaids character after Guy Fieri.

Movie/TV Quote

"Show me the money!" 

Jerry Maguire, 1996

Conversation Starter

What’s the best pet name you can come up with for a specific type of pet?

Writing Prompt

An ex-boyfriend, a pair of binoculars, and a good-luck charm.