News; birthdays/events; Spring is just around the corner...what are you looking forward to?;
word of the day.

News; weekends/days off: alarm clocks or wake up naturally?; dumbest way you injured yourself recently (funny list); game: mindtrap.

News; funny dog escape/Olympics story; the amenenities of 'sleepcations'...but it'll cost you!; game: guess these TV show characters.

News; how long does it take us to determine if we like things....seconds? days? months?;
game: songs lyrics read by Brad; goodbye/fun facts....chocolate mint day, not only does chocolate help produce serotonin and dopamine, but the combination of that with mint also makes it an overall healthier candy. That's because mint is a powerful and aromatic herb that aids in digestion and freshens the breath. Combining mint with chocolate happened around the 19th century when chocolate alone was being manufactured as confectionary and for ice cream. In the 1940's, the creation of the York Peppermint Patty was announced, and this popular development made these two flavours combined, an absolute hit. Then in 1949 Junior Mints were introduced and...Andes Crème de Menthe Thins were introduced in 1950 by a Chicago candy maker...in 1953 Girl scouts begin selling Thin Mint cookies after their rise in popularity. So enjoy something minty today.

News; birthdays/events; have you ever damaged your car by hitting something you own?;
word of the day.

News; everyday things that many people don't like to do because it scares them; game: is Ashley as smart as a 5th grader?; electrical engineers say you really should unplug these appliances when not in use.

News; does your dog/cat watch TV...lots of cats are watching The Olympics especially the luge/bobsled events; game: songs about hearts; Reader's Digest list of things that annoy us...do any of these bother you?

News; hot sauce is the most polarizing condiment...what are our favorites?; game: is Ashley as smart a 5th grader?; goodbye/fun facts....national muffin day. Muffins are an essential morning staple for many people. They come in a variety of flavors, they're super easy to make, and they're fun to eat. English muffins have been whipped up in kitchens as far back as a thousand years ago in Wales, and American style muffins have been around since the 18th century. Today there are lots of variations like: cruffin which are flaky croissant-muffin hybrid, while duffins are a dense, cake-like donut-muffin ...and of course there are the muffin tops.

News; birthdays/events; what was your favorite store in the mall when you were 12?; word of the day.

News; game: celebrity trivia true or false?; besides workout equipment...what household items do you rarely use? (Work and Money list); Buzzfeed list of interesting/fun products that are quite handy.

News; game: think n sync; have you ever left the drive thru line? how long will you wait? (Ashley sfa); kiddies shows or movies you actually love to watch (even if the kids aren't around)

News; game: heart songs; restaurant pet peeves; goodbye/fun facts....Thumb Appreciation Day is a quirky little reminder that one of the hardest-working parts of the human body is also one of the most overlooked. ...it's the genuine MVP of everyday life. It helps open jars, hold a pen steady, zip a jacket, scroll a screen, carry bags, hold cups and utensils and snap (for most people except ashley) Made up of two bones, human thumbs are often called 'opposable thumbs' because they can be stretched opposite other fingers in order to help grip things easily....According to medical practitioners, thumbs can be rebuilt from any of the patient's big toes. A&B both have what's known as Hitchhiker's thumb (distal hyperextensibility) is a harmless, usually genetic, trait where the thumb bends backward 50 to 90 degrees at the top joint.

News; birthdays/events; has your cc/debit card ever been turned down when you knew there was money in the account? it even happens to famous people; word of the day.

News; Mardi Gras tossing out "new" beads; game: what are these video games by their sound?; biathalon is and odd winter Olympic sport...but they used to have some very bizzare sports that are no longer part of the games.

News; game: just over $1,000 pyramid; who has been stealing students items...camera reveals the thief (funny story); American names mean other things in other languages...what do 'Ashley and Brad' mean?

News; game: picture songs; best reason to start your day with breathing and stretching;
goodbye/fun facts....Fat Tuesday--The last day of Carnival and the day before Ash Wednesday, Fat Tuesday is the intertwining of a period of festivals and feasts that lead to a time of fasting and reflection--this enduring celebration has many traditions and deep roots around the world. Through time and culture, the practices of Lent and Carnival, Mardi Gras, and Shrove Tuesday have varied and become incorporated into regional customs. While the French didn't originate the medieval feast, they did put their stamp on it. From parades to beignets and colorful masks, the last day of Carnival is full of elaborate costumes and lavish food sure to hold the revelers over through a long fast....so laissez les bons temps rouler--let the good times roll!!

News; birthdays/events; do you poke all the chocolate in the box? (Ashley does); word of the day.

News; is your car turning into a mobile storage bin? (funny list of things people keep in their car); game: what are these video games by their sounds; have you ever forgotten an important day/date?

News; game: Mind the Gap 1; game: mind the gap 2; do you look like your name?

News; if you had to get rid of one holiday each year what would it be?; UK supermarket introduces different baskets for single shoppers; goodbye/fun facts....National Cheddar Day--Cheddar Gorge on the edge of the village, Cheddar in Somerset, England, is home to the origin of cheddar cheese. The gorge has several caves that provide the perfect humidity and steady temperature for maturing the cheese. The popular cheese was first bought by the royal family and is said to have been brought to Britain by the Romans from the Cantal region of France. Joseph Harding, was central to the modernization and standardization of Cheddar cheese. He encouraged dairy hygiene and modern cheese-making techniques. The 'Joseph Harding method' was the first Cheddar production method based upon scientific principles. Cheddar cheese is the second most popular cheese, falling right under Mozzarella.

News; birthdays/events; feel good....Snoop Dogg at The Olympics; word of the day.

News; does your morning routine change seasonally or ever?; most of us don't want to pay for news...since it's almost all online now; Olympic Village has a Nutella dispensing machine!!!

News; when you ask for advice--do you already know the answer or are you truly seeking answers?; game: quiz; game: feud;

News; upworthy list of ridiculous 'social norms'; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....national almond day. You can toss them in a salad, ground them into flour, use them for a healthy alternative to milk, or just munch on a few for an afternoon snack. Almonds are among the most versatile and delicious of nuts. Filled with vitamin E, magnesium, and fiber. Almonds appear in several passages of the Hebrew Bible--reflecting their early importance as a cultivated tree and symbol in the 6th century BC. Eighty percent of the world's almonds are grown in California. If you aren't a fan of eating almonds, try celebrating almonds in their other forms--like an almond-based lotion or shampoo, or perfume. If you suffer from dry, flaky, or irritated skin, you can apply almond oil or almond lotions to hydrate your skin and give you a dose of vitamin A.

News; birthdays/events; which phase of your life would you like to go back to? (4 stages according to this poll); word of the day.

News; what's your nervous habit...do you even realize you have one?; game: Abraham Lincoln trivia questions; we're supposed to laugh more (several studies have concluded the same thing) who makes you laugh?

News; signs you're aging well (list); game: guess that celebrity voice; funny Superbowl prank...how long do you think it would take you to notice?

News; boomers give genz some 'life advice'...what would you add to this list?; game: getting to know you; goodbye/fun facts....National Plum Pudding Day--the tasty treat with an interesting history. Plum pudding is also known as figgy pudding or Christmas pudding, which is why some think this is a confusing time to celebrate this food holiday. It's also odd that plum pudding contains no plums...that's because raisins were often called "plums" in 17th century Great Britain. It's a steamed or boiled concoction and features nutmeg, raisins, nuts, apples, cinnamon, and dates. To add another layer of misunderstanding, many Americans won't find it to be what they think of as pudding either. In British tradition, the word "pudding" can describe an impressively wide range of dishes, from savory to sweet, and it often points to a method or format rather than a specific texture. So if you're interested is piqued and you've never tried plum pudding...today is your day!

News; birthdays/events; 70% of men are more appearance consious that ever!; word of the day.

News; 2026 travel trends; Olympic athletes-backstories and what it took for them to get there...does that motivate you to keep going?; game: what year was it?

News; when you pick a restaurant...how much does ambiance play into your decision?; did you see an artist/group that played in a bar or at a private party that is now mega-famous?; game: songs with "hey" in the title.

News; funny/petty things we silently judge others for; game: classic literature quiz; goodbye/fun facts....national make a friend day...To paraphrase Yeats: "There are no strangers in the world, just friends you have never met." We must never stop making friends. Friendships are incredibly importnat...they help us through challenging times, provide us with the comfort of a safe emotional space where we can be ourselves. Good friends are our biggest treasure. A new friendship can open you to new experiences...sign up for a class, volunteer, introduce yourself to a neighbor.