Happy National Mushroom Hunting Day! Today's research has left me a little confused. Mushrooms are the fruit of mycelium, we cook them like vegetables, and they're technically fungi. 'Fungus' doesn't exactly sound appetizing, yet I still love eating mushrooms! 😋 The only mush

Today, May 16th, is Horse Rescue Day! Did you know the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) was founded by Henry Bergh? Bergh, an abolitionist, retired early from his shipbuilding business. While in St. Petersburg as part of the American delegation during the Civil W

May 15th is National Pizza Party Day! Did you know pizza is a huge staple for Super Bowl Sunday gatherings? Pizzerias do big business, and delivery drivers log four million miles just on that day (eatthis.com). While Super Bowl Sunday is perfect for a pizza party, maybe it's not the best mor

Happy May 14th, International Chihuahua Appreciation Day! 🎉 Did you know Chihuahuas are born with a 'molera,' a soft spot on their heads, much like human babies? This unique feature usually hardens with age, but some adult Chihuahuas keep a small one. It's fascinating how special the

Happy May 13th, National Frog Jumping Day! Did you know frogs don't drink water the way we do? They have a special 'drinking patch' on their belly and thighs that absorbs water through their skin. (lovet.com) Pretty cool, right? American Bullfrogs can even jump over 7 feet in a single l

Today, May 12th, marks the International Day of Plant Health! We used to have huge gardens, and while we stepped away from gardening for a few years, we're slowly getting back into it. There’s truly nothing like the feeling of growing and preserving your own food. Did you know that up to 40%

Happy May 11th, everyone! It's Hostess CupCake Day! I was horrified when I saw someone peel off the chocolate icing from their Hostess CupCake to save it 'til the end. 😳 I, for one, prefer to take a bite and enjoy every flavor in the CupCake all at once. Also, when did different flavo

May 11th through May 15th marks Noise Awareness Week. When I started working from home, I noticed a huge drop in my stress and anxiety levels. In the office, a lot of noise—whether from people talking, moving around, or outside—would leave me feeling irritated, stressed, and even sick to my stomach

Happy May 10th, National German Shepherd Day! Did you know German Shepherds and Alsatians are actually the same breed? After WWI, due to anti-German sentiment, they were called "Alsatians" in the U.K. Even the AKC dropped "German" from their name, only reinstating it in 1931. (ge

Happy May 8th, which is World Donkey Day! 🌍 Did you know miniature donkeys originally came from the Mediterranean region of Sicily and Sardinia? They used to live in desert areas and are truly miniature! (earswithbeers.com) So, if someone mentions a cute little ass, it might just be referring

Happy World Carnivorous Plant Day! Today, May 6th, we celebrate these fascinating plants. Did you know there are around 750 species of carnivorous plants? One interesting fact about the Venus Flytrap is that its flowers grow six to ten inches above its trap-like leaves, which are closer to the g

Happy Great Lakes Day! Did you know the lighthouse pictured is on Lake Michigan, in Michigan City, Indiana? It's really close to Michigan! Not confusing, right? There are over 200 active lighthouses estimated to be on the Great Lakes! Some of these historic buildings are managed by the Natio

It's May 4th Bird 🐦🐦‍⬛ Day! What's your favorite bird? I'm not sure I can pick just one! I love Robins, Cardinals, Indigo Buntings, Crows, and of course, the Turkey Flamingo 🤔 😀 #BirdDay #FavoriteBirds #BirdWatching #whatdayisitanyway

Happy International Wild Koala Day! Did you know koalas spend most of their day snoozing in the treetops? This is because eucalyptus leaves are low in nutrients and take a long time to digest, so koalas need to sleep 18-22 hours daily to conserve energy. (Source: Australia.com) It's a cold,

Today marks the 1st Saturday in May, National Start Seeing Monarchs Day. Did you know that the monarch population has seen a drastic decline? Since the 1990s, their numbers have dropped by about 90%. This is largely due to habitat loss and fragmentation in both the U.S. and Mexico. For instance,

Today, May 1st, is Save the Rhino Day! Did you know rhinos come in various sizes and weights depending on their species? Their height can range from 4 to 10 feet! Here’s a quick overview of some rhino facts: * **Sumatran Rhinos:** The smallest, typically 3.3 to 5 feet tall, 6.5 to 13 feet l

April 28th marks Save the Frogs Day! Did you know frogs are often seen as a sign of good luck, prosperity, fertility, and abundance? I remember finding a frog in my horse's stall once. My husband didn't quite get my excitement, but I was thrilled! Of course, I had to safely move the frog