Quote
"We can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone."
Ronald Reagan
Joke
What did the policeman say to his belly button?
You're under a vest!
Fun Fact
There are 41 countries that recognize sign language as an official language.
There are estimated to be 72 million deaf people around the world. There are also about 300 different sign languages—including American Sign Language and International Sign Language—as well as 41 countries that recognize them as an official language.
History Fact
During WWII, the British & Soviets launched a joint invasion of neutral Iran.
What could both the Brits and Ruskies want with this Middle-Eastern neutral country, you ask? C’mon, don’t be that guy.
It’s Iran for crying out loud.
They wanted all of that oil – that sweet, sweet oil – and they got it!
By invading the country in 1941 during Operation Countenance, they were jointly able to secure the Iranian oilfields, as well as a secure supply line for the Allied forces.
Movie/TV Trivia
Peter Ostrum, Charlie from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, never acted in another movie after that and is now a veterinarian.
Movie/TV Quote
“I'll be back.”
The Terminator, 1984
Conversation Starter
Do you like reality TV shows? Why or why not? If so, which ones?
Writing Prompt