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Pardon Day
Today, September 8th, is Pardon Day. Today we reflect on forgiveness and second chances. We all have been wronged in our lives. It may have been something as simple as someone cutting in front of you in line. For minor offences, it’s easy to forgive and forget. After all, life is too busy to hold…
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Grandma Moses Day
Today, September 7th, is Grandma Moses Day. This day we remember that it’s never too late to try something new. Anna Mary Robertson was born in 1860, and married Thomas Moses in 1887. As a child, she enjoyed painting. Painting, however, took a backseat over the years as time was filled with work and family.…
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Respect for Others Regardless of Job Title
Today, September 6, this is the quote in my Franklin planner: It is important for us to respect the various roles people fill in our society, not just those with large bank accounts who report to a large office each day for work. There are some people who are currently in careers they have dreamed…
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Looking Past the Storm
This is the quote in my Franklin planner this morning, September 5th: It is perfectly normal to desire sunny days. We enjoy those moments when everything is going according to plan. When the job is going well, everyone is healthy, home is safe and secure, and we can sit back and hope that tomorrow will…
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Labor Day/National Leadership Day
Today offers several reasons to celebrate. Being the first Monday of September, Americans are celebrating Labor Day. Many workers are appreciating a day to take a break, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy some of the fruits of their labor. This year the holiday falls on September 4th, which is also National Leadership…
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Bring Your Manners to Work Day
Today, September 1st, is Bring Your Manners to Work Day. This is celebrated the first Friday of September. In a time when selfishness and incivility seem too often to rule the day, a person can stand out by showing manners toward others. Some may say that people forgot manners in the workplace due to extended…
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Eat Outside Day
Today, August 31, is Eat Outside Day. If the weather is permitting, today is the day to enjoy a meal outside while enjoying the fresh air. These days it seems there is not enough time for everything. It can be easy to rush through a meal so you can move on to the next thing…
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Slinky Day
Today, August 30th, is Slinky Day. The slinky is such a simple toy but is captivating to watch it walk down the stairs. Chances are you had one growing up. The simplicity is what makes it so fascinating. No screens, no lights, just the monotonous sound of metal as it makes it way down the…
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More Herbs, Less Salt Day
Today, August 29, is More Herbs, Less Salt Day. We are encouraged to find new ways to add flavor to our foods while reducing our salt intake, thus improving our health. There are a couple of takeaways from this holiday. One, it is important to continue putting our health as a priority. It is easy…
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