The rain and cloudy skies turned sunny – but not sure how long it will last. I went to HCC early service and Ron is at his church now – so I thought I’d get a jump start on the Word Garden! Like — recap yesterday a bit!

The picture taken at the Buffet didn’t turn out so well – there was a glare from the front windows. Since it’s not entirely acceptable to roam around trying to get better shots I just took what I got! From there, though, Ron and I went to Twin Lakes and walked both lakes. It was ideally perfect! We talked and walked and laughed and even had some serious conversations – and it was a great couple of hours. He left there and went to watch his grandson Connor practice T-ball, and I picked up a few things at the store. The sun reflecting off the water at the lake was so calming.

We had dinner and went for another walk around the neighborhood – We made ‘friends’ with a very calm little bunny munching on grass in the yard. The flowering tree and tulips were beautiful. Then we watched parts of a few movies – and by then I was half falling asleep – so now I’m catching up. But ironically, today’s adventures at Ohiopyle will be posted tomorrow! 🙂

Kath and Paul visited the home of our 18th president Ulysses S Grant – the house was a gift from 13 businessmen in gratitude for Grant’s Civil War service. Looks like a beautiful home!

Greg’s Easter message was that Good Friday was the turning point in History – The reason Jesus was born was to die. He offers HOPE to an unbelieving and evil world, and can turn despair to hope. HOPE is very powerful. He recounted the story of the sinking of the USS Indianapolis – and how after over 4 days the men were floating in the ocean in complete despair. But when they saw the spots light from the rescue ship, it gave them enough hope to hang on. Jesus is the LIGHT – and he shines through us. We need to take LIGHT to a dying and desperate world. HOPE is a very powerful thing, and the Light gives us hope.

On this day in 1814 Napoleon abdicated unconditionally and was exiled, and in 1890 Ellis Island was designated as an immigration station. KDKA broadcast the first radio sporting event in 1921 (boxing match), and in 1966 Frank Sinatra recorded ‘Strangers in the Night.’ In 1968 Lyndon B Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act, and in 1976 Apple I computer was released. In 1888 Henry Ford married Clara Bryant, and Ethel Kennedy was born in 1925. My friend Chris Gump is celebrating a birthday today. Have a great day, Chris! Happy birthday!

Here is a quote I took from Chris’s timeline on facebook. It really moved me….

TOMORROW April 12th is:

• National For Twelves Day
• National Big Wind Day
• National Colorado Day
• National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day
• National Licorice Day

I think tomorrow will be my ‘sleep in’ day – I need to catch up on that! It’s been two weeks of busy! But a wonderful, happy busy! God bless —

We had a busy, fun, full day! So much activity, so many lovely people. And since it’s after 9:30pm and I’m running out of steam, I’ll wait until either Sunday or Monday to make a full report and add photos! Kelly, Matt and Peyton spent last night, and left early this morning for Jason & Miranda’s to get Spare Ribs and Baby Back – Peyton’s 2 baby pigs to raise for his 4-H project to show at the West Alex fair this Labor Day weekend! I don’t know which pig is which!

We had lunch at the Buffet with Ron’s family, walked both lakes at Twin Lakes (BEAUTIFUL day!), made dinner here, took another walk through the neighborhood, then listened to Greg’s message from Vanderbilt. I’ll recap that tomorrow, along with photos from the afternoon – but for now I will sign off with the history facts and tomorrow’s National days.

On this day in 1849 the safety pin was patented by Walter Hunt – sold rights for $400! General Robert E Lee issued his last official order in 1865, and the Titanic set sail from Southampton in 1912 (We all know how THAT turned out!) And in 1970 Paul McCartney officially announced the split of the Beatles. Harry Morgan was born in 1915, and in 1971 Penny Marshall married Rob Reiner.

TOMORROW April 11th is:

• National Barber Shop Quartet Day
• National Cheese Fondue Day
• National Eight Track Tape Day
• National Pet Day
• National Submarine Day

I believe I still have a few 8 track tapes! Nothing to play them on…. Have a wonderful day in the Lord’s house! God bless…

Prince Phillip – consort to Queen Elizabeth II – died today. I don’t know why that made me feel so sad. They were married for 73 years. Longer than I’ve been alive. Wishing the royal family peace and comfort.

It rained through the night, and was pretty windy. I did not walk this morning, but was busy all day. After Ron left for a financial appointment and then to see his brother and son, I ran a few errands then came home to cut the grass and put Round-up on the stones between the fences down the hill. I called and got information and instruction from Master Gardener Gen before attempting it. It was a nice day to be outside!

Kathy sent me photos from Dixon IL – they were visiting the Boyhood Home of President Ronald Reagan. Looks like they were having a great time! I think they have another house visit tomorrow before heading back home. Hopefully there will be pictures tomorrow, too!

Diane sent me a picture of a bouquet of daffodils from her back yard garden. She inspired me to go outside and make a little vase of my own. Both bouquets of flowers are lovely. I love flowers!

Since I wasn’t able to find Greg’s sermon, and Rod’s recordings did not work, I will share a little devotional of my own. I remember when I drove Kelly to the middle of Pennsylvania to begin her days at Messiah College, and she didn’t really know anyone or what she wanted to get involved with socially. She went to the student fair that weekend, and found a booth for the Swinging Bridge, the college newspaper. The next thing she knew she was on staff, and worked her way up to editor. I asked her what her favorite things were about being editor. She mentioned always knowing what was going on, meeting new people, and getting to be ‘in charge.’ But one thing stuck with me. It was a fairly large campus, lots of students ( about 3000) plus faculty. “You know what, Mom? I can walk across campus, and the president of the college stops me to talk. And he knows my NAME!” She was awed by that fact. How much more in awe should we be that the Lord of Heaven and Earth KNOWS OUR NAME? He knows who we are and what we do and what we need. And he cares about us. I always think about that when I remember Kelly’s words.

On this day in 1768 John Hancock refused to allow two British customs agents to go below deck of his ship, considered by some to be the first act of physical resistance to British authority in the colonies. In 1865 Confederate General Robert E. Lee and 26,765 troops surrender at Appomattox Court House to US Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant ending the Civil War in North Virginia. 1950 was Bob Hope‘s 1st TV appearance, and in 1963 Winston Churchill became the 1st honorary US citizen. In 1968 Martin Luther King Jr., was buried in Atlanta, and in 2002 Funeral of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother was at Westminster Abbey UK. More than a million people line the streets. Birthdays: 1926 Hugh Hefner, American magazine publisher and businessman (Playboy).  Frank Lloyd Wright, American architect (Guggenheim) recognized as “the greatest American architect of all time”, dies at 89 in 1959; 2001 Willie Stargell, American Baseball Hall of Fame outfielder/1st baseman (7-time All Star), dies of a stroke at 61. And as mentioned, today Philip Mountbatten, Duke of Edinburgh and consort of Great Britain’s Elizabeth II, died at 99. In 2005 His Royal Highness Charles, Prince of Wales marries Camilla Parker Bowles.

TOMORROW April 10th is:

• National Cinnamon Crescent Day
• Encourage a Young Writer Day
• National Farm Animals Day
• National Siblings Day – Love to you, my favorite Sister!

Enjoy the weather and the weekend – God bless!

Another beautiful morning, with a balmy outside walk. Successfully worked at both stores, got gas for the car, then came straight home to a lunch of veggies soup. Talked to Kelly, who drafted me for a work day in her workshop, possibly next week or the week after. I told her I’d be happy to, as long as I didn’t have to notarize anything! 🙂 Ron got here about 7pm, and it was so good to see him! It will be a busy weekend, but at least we had a quiet evening, sharing tea and the cinnamon streusel quick bread that I made. Welcome back, Ron!

If I don’t have regular postings in the next several days, it’s because I am opening the BB&B (Burke Bed and Breakfast) for several guests! I should have time, but if not don’t be alarmed! I’ll post updates when I can! 🙂

Today I will share Scott’s message from First Baptist – Until he calls your name. Mary felt lost at the empty tomb, but Jesus found her and called her name. We are lost until He calls our name. Jesus says our name like no one else says it; He will come to us and draw us to Him. From the cross Jesus calls our name; from the empty tomb Jesus calls our name – and we recognize Him. The only thing keeping Jesus from returning is that he is seeking the lost – He wants no one to perish. Jesus takes residence in our hearts. We will be called by a new name, one that we don’t even know yet, but when He calls to us we will know Him.

On this day in 1820 the famous Greek statue, Venus de Milo was discovered. In 1879 milk was sold in glass bottles for the first time, and in 1983 David Copperfield made the Statue of Liberty disappear in front of a live audience. In 1986 Clint Eastwood was elected mayor of Carmel California. Birthdays: Ponce de Leon – Spanish explorer – was born in 1460, Mary Pickford, Canadian actress, in 1892, Betty Ford, US First lady in 1918. Elisha Otis, American founder of the Otis Elevator Co and inventor of safety device to keep elevators from falling, died in 1861 at age 50. Pablo Picasso, Spanish painter, died in 1973, Claire Trevor, American actress, died at age 91 in 2000, and Margaret Thatcher, British Prime Minister, died in 2013. And also in 2013 Annette Funicello – American actress (Mickey Mouse Club, Beach Blanket Bingo) – died at age 70 from multiple sclerosis complications.

TOMORROW April 9th is:

• National Cherish an Antique Day
• National Chinese Almond Cookie Day
• National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day
• National Name Yourself Day
• National Unicorn Day
• National Winston Churchill Day

I can certainly tell you that I contribute to the Cherishing of Antiques. My house is full of them, and I love it! I don’t think I’ll name myself – I’ll wait and see what Jesus has already picked out for me! But when I was a very young writer my ‘Pen Name’ was Gwyneth Sue Gates. Will that work??? God bless…

It was beautiful all day! Took an early morning walk and didn’t really need a jacket. I saw a patch of daffodils with an orange center – don’t remember seeing them before.

I broke the National no housework day edict, and did clean the house from top to bottom, did some laundry, worked a tiny bit outside (wish I could have been outside ALL DAY!). My hyacinths in the front were all in bloom – white, pink and purple – with a small cluster of grape hyacinths in the background if you can see them.

Kath picked me up at 3:30 and we went to see mom. The inside of the lobby was still decorated for Easter and it was very festive! I was glad to see fun things! Since mom has had her shot, we were allowed to touch her and hug her and sit beside her. She wasn’t too sure about the hugs, but she seemed very happy to see us. We asked her what she had for dinner and she said Irene made her worms! She seemed very happy about that. I’m fairly certain they didn’t serve worms….

I grabbed a few last minute groceries, then picked Autmn up at her friend’s house and took her home. Took the trash up to the road, made veggie soup, swept the garage, and ate a left-over grilled cheese sandwich (not as bad as it sounds – on homemade bread!). Still have some ironing to finish then I’ll call it a night. Busy day tomorrow… ** This just in – Chrissy called and her sweatpants are here and she needs them tomorrow! So I guess I’ll finish this and make a quick dash the mile and a half and drop them off for her!!!

I will share Steve’s message from Maplewood. Frightening news, but good news! The women at the tomb wouldn’t tell anyone it was empty because they were afraid. But we know, of course, that they did. The Bible is a record of historical accuracy. We live by stories, and yearn to know them. Everything changes with the truth of the resurrection. Our faith sustains us. From the women’s reaction, you wouldn’t think there was hope – it was frightening – but there WAS. And there is – GOOD NEWS. The tree of life will be restored; the cross can also be called the tree of life; it changed everything. Frightening news but GOOD news! He is risen!

On this day in 1788 the first settlement in Ohio was founded – in Marietta. P T Barnum, circus showman, died in 1891 at age 90. Henry Ford died in 1947 at age 83, and Mike Wallace (Journalist & Media personality) died in 2012 at age 93. In 1977 Donald Trump married his first wife Ivana. Birthdays: William Wordsworth – poet – was born in 1770 (What an appropriate last name for a writer!); Billie Holiday (Jazz singer) in 1915, and Russell Crowe (Actor) in 1964. My cousin Judy Steiner’s granddaughter Alexis Miller is 15 years old today – have a great day, Lexi, and a wonderful year! And a fellow writer and the best editor I know – Judith Gallagher – is celebrating today. Happy birthday to both ladies!

TOMORROW April 8th is:

• National All is Ours Day
• National Empanada Day
• National Zoo Lovers Day
• National Alcohol Screening Day 

Tomorrow is also ‘Welcome Ron back to PA for a weekend visit’ Day! Over two years he’s been gone. Wishing him a fun and delightful visit! Enjoy your day, whatever you do – Maybe go to the zoo! I know more than enough people that seem to ‘work’ in one! Ha! God bless….

The only side effect I seemed to have from my 2nd shot was achy muscles, and I didn’t sleep well. I was up every hour, and really just lazed in bed an extra hour – thus didn’t have time to walk. I worked both stores, though, and did fine; Joe and Bernie shared their Smiley Cookie with me! Then after lunch I got the mower out for the first cutting. I felt that in my muscles, I can say! Then I got the little lawn ornaments out and placed them around the yard. It always feels like officially spring when I do that! I also have quite a number of grape hyacinths blooming – more than I can remember having in recent years!

Today I will share Paul’s message from River Hill – Jesus the Resurrected King; Jesus is ALIVE! Jesus’ resurrection is a historical fact. He left His heavenly home to be born and die. You were made to be loved by God – that’s the reason for your life. While we were still sinners Christ died for us. Come to God as you are, messes and all. He’s not asking us to make a promise we can’t keep; He has made a promise to US. Jesus rose; he’s ALIVE. 1) There is LOVE in the resurrection – God sent His son for us. 2) Life in the resurrection – We will live with Him; the old is gone, the new is here! 3) Hope in the resurrection – because He lives, we have hope. New birth, living hope. 4) Power in the resurrection – by His power God raised Jesus and He will raise us also. Jesus lives inside of us – that’s Power!

On this day in 1722 Peter the Great (Tsar of Russia) ended the tax on men with beards. In 1808 John Jacob Astor incorporated the American Fur Company. In 1925 the first film was shown on an airplane (British Air). 1973 – Roberto Clemente Day – the Pirates retired his number. Merle Haggard was born in 1937. Tammy Wynette died at age 55 in 1998, Merle Haggard in 2016 at age 79. In 1868 Brigham Young married his 27th and final wife, and in 1896 the 23rd President Benjamin Harrison married Mary Scott.

TOMORROW April 7th is:

• National Beer Day
• National Coffee Cake Day
• National Girl Me Too Day
• National No Housework Day
• National Bookmobile Day
• National Walking Day
• Childhelp National Day of Hope 

Uh oh. I’m in trouble. Tomorrow is no housework day, and I always clean on Wednesday! I’ll just have to ‘break the rules’. But I can and will go for a walk!! Have a great day whatever you do! God bless…

This will be short! I had my 2nd shot today, and although I feel fine and was able to spend about 4 hours putting all the Easter decorations away and take Chrissy and her friend to the store, I’m SLEEPY! I bought Tylenol PM and it was stronger than I suspected and I’m ready for bed. I did go outside to get something from the shed, and found this tiny little flower growing up through the patio stones — and a spot of sunlight was shining just on that very spot! I was sort of taken with the whole thing!

I’ll take a minute to say that Nate went through his skin cancer surgery just fine, and although he’s a little uncomfortable he’s fine. He will have to take it easy for a few days be he knew that. He had a spot taken off above his eyebrow, and the stitches went into his eyelid just a bit. And the spot on his ear was in the crease and quite a bit bigger. He has a huge bandage there, but the scans show that all is clear – so praise be to God!

I did manage to listen to Micah from Old Mahoning tonight, but fell asleep at the end (No offense to Michal!!!) and had to back it up and listen again! It was entitled ‘ The Day that everything Changed. Do you believe Jesus is the resurrection and the life? The empty tomb: It was a place of confusion – what happened to Jesus? Mary was weeping when Jesus found her. JESUS went to where MARY was, and He comes to us where we are. He finds us when we don’t deserve His grace or salvation. He has a solution to the problem – which Mary had to recognize – then Jesus fixed it. We are Christians because of who HE is, not because of who WE are. He goes with us and will never leave us! He speaks to you and you will KNOW. We recognize our need and accept Him. We have access to Him 24/7 and we all in this together. When you ask Him for forgiveness, you get it! Do you remember the day that everything in YOUR life changed?

On this day in1862 – the siege of Yorktown. In 1887 Anne Sullivan taught ‘water’ to Helen Keller and changed her life. In 1976 Howard Hughes (millionaire) died at age 72. Sam Walton died at age 74 in 1992, and Charlton Heston in 2008. In 1614 Pocahontas married John Rolfe. Birthdays: Booker T Washington in 1856, Spencer Tracy in 1900, Bette Davis in 1908, Gregory Peck in 1916, Gale Storm (played My Little Margie – I loved that show – I thought they named it after me!!) was born in 1922, and Colin Powell in 1937. My friend from Hempfield Church Bill Beer is celebrating a birthday today. Happy birthday Bill! Many more!

TOMORROW April 6th is:

• National Caramel Popcorn Day
• New Beer’s Eve
• National Sorry Charlie Day
• National Student-Athlete Day
• National Tartan Day
• National Teflon Day
• SAAM Day of Action –
• National Library Workers Day –
• National Employee Benefits Day 

Isn’t it ironic that today is Bill BEER’s birthday and tomorrow is New BEER’s EVE???? Ha. Have a grand day tomorrow – God Bless!

It was a beautiful day! Started out with church at 11am – and my sweet friend April joined me for the service. It was wonderful to have her there and share something so special to me with her! So glad she came!

Nate’s family and Kelly’s family all came for dinner about 2pm. Autmn and Peyton both looked so grown up, I could scarcely believe it! It was fun to see Chrissy happy and laughing, and of course Logan and Chase immediately jumped on their gaming systems and I’ve barely seen them all day. Kelly, Logan and Chase are staying overnight to avoid driving home in the dark on Route 70. I’ll leave in the morning at 8am and they will probably leave about 9am.

We had a lovely dinner – tons of food! – and it was nice enough that several ate outside on the deck and enjoyed the sunshine. Ruth Ann made PEEPS fruit-kabobs and they were so cute – plus yummy! Jen’s mom Sherree helped Kelly and I clean up the dishes and food. Matt & Peyton and Ruth Ann left about 5pm, and Nate and Jen left at about 6:30pm.

Ron called me tonight and told me about his rookie trip in his Kayak (Katy) with his adventure buddy. Looks like a beautiful spot to take it out!

I will share Mike’s message from Hempfield – How much do we really believe Jesus? How important is it to trust Him with everything? Believing 1) starts with hearing – they didn’t understand. But we know when He speaks our name. 2) seeing – Jesus appeared through locked doors, and they SAW him. Locked doors don’t give you peace, or keep the Savior out! Jesus breathes on us with his Holy Spirit. 3) proving – Test it! Even if you can’t see it, you’ll know. The greater blessing comes from NOT seeing and yet believing. Without faith it is impossible to please God. 4) Trust. Be near to the heart of God. Trust doesn’t change circumstances – it changes us to meet the circumstances. We are SURE of our faith because of Him – we are created for heights; we rise above!

On this day in 1841 Vice-president John Tyler took the oath of president after the death of William Henry Harrison. In 1975 Microsoft was founded. William Henry Harrison died in 1841 – the first president to die in office. Martin Luther King Jr died at age 39 in 1968 (assassinated). Roger Ebert – film critic – died at age 80 in 2013. Dorothea Dix was born in 1802, Anthony Perkins in 1932, and Grumpy Cat in 2012! George Mason married Ann Eilbeck in 1750.

TOMORROW April 5th is:

• First Contact Day
• Gold Star Spouses Day
• National Caramel Day
• National Deep Dish Pizza Day
• National Flash Drive Day
• National Go For Broke Day
• National Nebraska Day
• National Raisin and Spice Bar Day
• National Read a Road Map Day 

For me it’s national ‘second COVID shot’ day! Here’s hoping for little or no side effects! Hope your Easter day was happy and peaceful and that you took time to give thanks for such a great blessing from a Great God! God bless—

It’s no surprise that we actually needed to run out this morning for something! Chrissy rode with Kelly and I out to Michael’s to get more yarn for the blanket Kelly’s making – we came back and pealed the potatoes, washed the roaster, and set the corn and bread to thaw. Kelly made pita pizzas for lunch. Chrissy and Chase were not interested so I gave the leftovers to Nate! 🙂

In the meantime, my cowbunny pillow kept Kelly & I company while we sat in the living room… Not much else exciting today – tomorrow will be the day!

I am sharing Rod’s Palm Sunday message today from Martin’s Ferry. It’s all gonna be OK! There is HOPE! Through the rough times, scary times, God is with us. Prayer gets us through. We have a two-fold relationship connection. Horizontal – friend to friend, person to person. Vertical – person to God. Both are vitally important. Our fragile relationships were restored on Calvary. Within the family of God, expect to meet new people, make new friends, call new people ‘family’ – there are GOOD people out there. We have HOPE: Let the Holy Spirit turn the lights on. We don’t have to guess; we KNOW! We EXPECT heaven and eternal life, and have that blessed assurance. We are part of His inheritance – we belong to Him. God walks with us – It’s gonna be OK! He ended his message by sharing the story of Peyton climbing on their roof and spelling out a word in Christmas lights – after a long year of frustration and worry about his Mom and his Aunt Kim and their cancers and surgeries. And the neighbor that left a note in their mailbox, thanking them for their message of — HOPE. I admit I cried! But it’s gonna be OK!

On this day in 1953 the first issue of TV Guide was published – with Lucy and Desi’s baby Arnaz on the cover. According to astronomer Humphrey & Waddington, on this day in 33AD Christ was crucified. Jesse James died at age 34 in 1882. In 1951 Doris Day married Martin Melcher on her birthday. Birthdays: 1783 – Washington Irving, 1823 was Boss Tweed, 1922 was Doris Day, Marlon Brando in 1924, and Tony Orlando in 1944. And today my cousin Deb’s husband Jim Gregg is celebrating a birthday – happy birthday, Jim! And also, Autmn’s little sister Josie (who just attended our Crocus Tea last week!) turned 8 years old today! Happy birthday Josie – enjoy your day, enjoy growing up into a beautiful young lady! And have fun!

TOMORROW April 4th is:

• National Chicken Cordon Bleu Day
• National Hug a Newsperson Day
• Jeep 4×4 Day 
• National School Librarian Day
• National Vitamin C Day
• National Walk Around Things Day
• Easter
• Geologists Day

Lots of things to consider celebrating tomorrow – but the best will be the He is Risen! Is there any better reason to celebrate? Wishing everyone and blessed and happy Easter day tomorrow! God bless…

If you just look at what we did today it would be boring. It was basically who we did it with that made it special! Kelly and I started out first thing making the scones, and having them warm right out of the oven. We had just finished cleaning all that up when a gentleman from a local nursery came to give me an estimate on cleaning up the back flower beds – they have turned into a tangled mess. I’ll be really interested in seeing the estimate! Kelly & I popped over to Walmart for the last minute things we need for Sunday’s dinner, then got to work on food. Potato salad, deviled eggs, egg salad, and potato casserole for tonight’s supper. I had to run to work at 2pm for about 45 minutes, but then we made the requested chocolate chip cookies cake for Easter dessert. Now Kelly is working on a blanket for our friend’s son – the boys are still playing their eternal XBox games, and I’m going to post this before we stop for supper. I think we plan to commandeer the TV for the 8pm Hallmark Christmas movie!

Today is Good Friday, the day when the corrupt and angry crowds demanded that Jesus be crucified – after a rushed, illegal trial and false accusations. We can be thankful that Jesus did indeed keep quiet – sealing our salvation and eternal life! THAT, my friends, makes it good. Think on these things.

I will share Paul’s Palm Sunday message (Sorrowful Savior) from River Hill. Jesus rode into the city quietly – but the crowds were shouting; the people didn’t understand. They wanted to see the healer, wanted a king. That was not the plan, and Jesus wept for Jerusalem The celebrating was for deliverance from sin and death – but they missed the opportunity for seeing that. Will we recognize the opportunity? 1) Jesus arranged for the young donkey 2) The people waved palms and put cloaks on the road. WE will be the crowd some day. 3) Hosanna! Part of the worship was giving praise = WE need to praise. The crowds were looking for a conqueror, not a savior. Jesus saw himself as a suffering savior, a sacrifice. 4) Why did Jesus cry? They did not recognize Jesus as Lord and King, sacrificial lamb, and were disappointed at what they saw happen. We will ALL recognize Jesus – and bow down!

On this day in 1877 the first Easter Egg Roll on the White House Lawn took place. In 1912 the Titanic underwent sea trials. In 1917 President Woodrow Wilson asked congress to declare war against Germany… and in 1921 Albert Einstein lectured in NY on the Theory of Relativity. This day has a lot of notable birthdays: Casanova born in 1725, Hans Christian Anderson in 1805, Walter Chrysler (Chrysler Corporation founder) in 1875, Buddy Ebsen (Jed Clampett) in 1908, and Marvin Gaye in 1939. Samuel Morse (Morse Code) died at age 80 in 1872, and in 1836 Charles Dickens married Catherine Thomson Hogarth.

TOMORROW April 3rd is:

• National Chocolate Mousse Day
• National Film Score Day
• National Find a Rainbow Day
• National Tweed Day
• World Party Day
• National Love Our Children Day
• National Handmade Day

I am going to look for rainbows all day tomorrow – even if it’s on the internet or in books. And I will never, ever, pass up a chance to love my children! God bless…