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04/30/2025

I can't believe I hugged and kissed Gavin Rossdale!!
Another one for the books!
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03/26/2025

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01/22/2025

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08/16/2024

Another day spent at Urgent Care! Looks like my foot has healed over a piece of the thorn. Waiting for a consult from Ortho.

08/05/2024

Thorn - 1
Breanna - 0
Little bu**er causing such havoc!

06/22/2023

If you’ve got a craving for all things deep-fried, National Onion Ring Day is the holiday for you! On June 22, the nation celebrates the irresistible deliciousness of onion rings—often by eating as many of them as possible. It’s unclear when onion rings were first developed, but an onion ring-like recipe appeared in an 1802 cookbook, and another surfaced in a New York newspaper in 1910. Texas-based restaurant chain Kirbys Pig Stand claims it played a big part in onion rings’ creation, and fast food restaurant A&W helped them reach widespread popularity. There is still an ongoing debate over who deserves credit for the snack’s creation, and cooks also still argue about how to best prepare and serve onion rings for the most flavorful results. Some onion rings are even made from an onion paste, as opposed to an onion ring itself! This style of preparation can make it easier to eat the rings without accidentally yanking the onion out of the fried batter. However onion rings first came to be — and however you prefer yours prepared — they’re now a beloved snack across the U.S., the U.K., Canada, Australia, Ireland, South Africa, some regions of Asia, and other corners of the world. They’ve also inspired countless spin-off snacks, like blooming onions and Funyun chips. So no matter how you like them, grab a fried onion snack for National Onion Rings Day!

NATIONAL ONION RING DAY TIMELINE
1802
Earliest Recipe
John Mollard writes a recipe for ‘Fried Onions with Parmesan Cheese’ in his cookbook “The Art of Cookery Made Easy and Refined.”

1920s
Get ’Em While They’re Hot!
A restaurant chain in Texas named Kirby’s Pig Stand starts serving onion rings.

1933
Americans are Blessed
Americans are introduced to onion rings.

1960s
Onion Rings Soar to Popularity
Onion rings become popular when added to menus of A&W Restaurants.

06/21/2023

Some things are just meant for each other – peanut butter and jelly, peas and carrots, naps and rainy weather. Yes, a high-citrus mix might help beat your winter vitamin D-deficiency, but in our opinion, smoothies are made for summer. Just look at the day National Smoothie Day is celebrated: June 21, the first day of summer! So celebrate National Smoothie Day by blending together food, family, and fun in the sun as you kick off the first day of summer in style. Throw in your favorite mix of sweet juices, tangy fruits, fresh vegetables, and delectable surprise ingredients — and express your own personal take on the taste of summer. This compact blender can mix up your favorite smoothie or shake right in the 20-ounce BPA-free plastic sport bottle.

NATIONAL SMOOTHIE DAY TIMELINE
1930s
The smoothie name becomes official
The actual term "smoothie" was in use in recipes and trademarks by the mid-1930s.

1930s
Smoothies arrive in the U.S.
Thanks to the invention of the electric blender, health food stores on the West Coast began selling smoothies.

March 31, 1990
Jamba Juice becomes king
Kirk Perron, an avid cyclist and healthy-lifestyle advocate at Cal Poly, opens his first Jamba Juice store in San Luis Obispo, California — it's now the largest “smoothie store” chain in the world.

2000s
Smoothies go green
The popularity of green smoothies, consisting of raw, leafy vegetables such as spinach, kale, celery, or broccoli began growing rapidly in the early 2000’s.

06/21/2023

National Vanilla Milkshake Day is on June 20 and it’s all about celebrating the original vanilla milkshake. It’s made by blending milk, ice cream, and the vanilla flavoring for a classic style beverage. Vanilla is actually native to central Mexico and it’s the only fruit-bearing member of the orchid family. The first people that used the fruit of the Tlilxochitl vine were the ancient Totonac Indians of Mexico, but after the Aztecs defeated them, they no longer had sole ownership of the fruit.

HISTORY OF NATIONAL VANILLA MILKSHAKE DAY
In the beginning, the milkshake was considered an adult drink. The beverage had first appeared in print in 1885 and contained eggs and whiskey. It was described as a sturdy and healthy egg nog drink, that was served as a tonic and a drink. For as harmless as they seem now, the original milkshake wasn’t so kid-friendly. All of the fun flavorings wouldn’t come until later.

In the early 1900s, different flavors of ice cream were used in milkshakes. Vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry syrups were the first ones and they were an immediate hit. At that time, the electric blender hadn’t been invented yet, and milkshakes were shaken by hand. The drink mixer wasn’t created until 1911 and when it was, milkshakes started appearing at soda fountains which increased its accessibility.

The electric blender was created in 1922 by Stephen Poplawski, the owner of Stevens Electric company for the purpose of mixing beverages like malts and milkshakes. This handy invention took the milkshake from the soda fountain to the home and more restaurants would add milkshakes to their menus. In 1949, Dairy Queen added milkshakes to their menu and many other restaurants followed their lead.

Today, the milkshake is still going strong. While the local soda/malt shop has become a vintage novelty, people can still order this classic treat at many restaurants and ice cream parlors. While many flavors have been created since the early days of the milkshake, the vanilla milkshake still holds strong as a classic reminder of days’ past.

NATIONAL VANILLA MILKSHAKE DAY TIMELINE
1885
Adult Milkshakes
The first milkshake is made for adults containing eggs and whiskey.

1911
Soda’s Neighbor
The electric blender was created by Stephen Poplawski, and the invention appeared next to soda machines.

1949
Queen of Dairy
The restaurant chain Dairy Queen adds milkshakes to their menus and more restaurants do the same.

21st Century
Keep it classic
The vanilla milkshake is still well-loved today as a traditional favorite beverage that people of all ages can enjoy.

06/19/2023

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06/19/2023

Cucumber Month takes place throughout June! The cooling properties of cucumbers make them ideal for the hot summer months. Its refreshing properties make it ideal for adding to beverages, to detox or just to sip and enjoy. It takes quite some time for heat to pe*****te through cucumbers which is why they are often so cool and refreshing. Cucumbers are also used for treating some skin ailments, especially when mixed with other ingredients such as aloe vera and lemon. An amazingly versatile vegetable with tons of different uses, from culinary to beauty.

HISTORY OF CUCUMBER MONTH
Cultivated for at least 3,000 years, the origin of cucumbers was India, where a vast variety of vegetables existed. Records of the cultivation of cucumbers appearing in France date back to the ninth century. Throughout the 16th century, European traders and explorers sought products of Indian agriculture. This is likely how cucumbers made their way to Europe.

Cucumbers are more than just “cool.” 95% of a cucumber is water content, making it a summertime favorite. Cucumbers are closely related to zucchini, pumpkins, and even watermelon. Cukes are a common variety of cucumber that is found in salads and grown in home gardens.

There are many varieties of cucumber; the most popular being Persian, Pickling, and English cucumbers. These are available year-round. Cucumbers are broadly categorized as either slicing or pickling varieties, with most varieties used as both. The types vary in size and shape, and the color ranges from dark green to pale whitish-green. Lemon cucumbers are found with bright yellow streaks. Persian cucumbers have edible seeds that are easy to chew and digest. The peel of these cucumbers is often waxed to seal in moisture.

English cucumbers are also known as gourmet, seedless, or burpless cucumbers. This type has tiny seeds that don’t require removal. The shape is also longer and thinner, and usually shrink-wrapped to lock the moisture in.

Cucumbers go bad in warm temperatures quickly. They can be stored in the refrigerator crisper for up to a week. Unwaxed cucumbers lose moisture rapidly and must be wrapped tightly in plastic.

CUCUMBER MONTH TIMELINE
2400 B.C.
Ancient Pickling
Pickling emerges as a method to preserve food using vinegar or brine.

1494 A.D.
Cucumber Trade
The Spaniards bring cucumbers to Haiti.

1876
Commercial Success
Cucumbers become popular when the company Heinz added pickles to its catalog of food products.

2014
Year of the Cucumber
The National Garden Bureau selects cucumber as its vegetable of the year.

06/19/2023

Are you ready to celebrate National Cherry Tart Day on June 18 by devouring some of the best cherry tarts in your town? Yes, now is the time to paint the town red — we mean cherry red. Dedicate a few minutes of the day to pay a tribute to the lip-smacking cherry tart dessert. Originating from a tart that, once upon a time, had a meat filling, cherry tarts are the favorite of all those who prefer fruit tarts over plain custard tarts. So grab your dessert forks and get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth.

HISTORY OF NATIONAL CHERRY TART DAY
The origins of National Cherry Tart day are linked to the annual National Cherry Festival held in Michigan every year — the state that grows 75% of the U.S. cherry crop. The day was formulated and celebrated because cherries are delicious fruits that have a very short growth period. Hence, it’s not a surprise the fruit has become a seasonal hit in several regions of the country.

Cherries did not exist in the U.S. until they were brought to the land of hope by early French settlers in the 1600s who grew cherry trees in their gardens. Things evolved in 1852 when a missionary named Peter Dougherty planted cherry trees in Old Mission Peninsula. At that point in time, the trees bearing fruit was a far-fetched idea. But to everyone’s surprise, the cherry crop flourished. Seeing this, the neighbors in the area began planting cherry trees, too. This furthermore, led to the beginning of modern-day cherry production and, in 1893, the first cherry orchards were planted in Michigan.

Soon the cherry business blossomed and the industry reached great heights in the 1900s. Today, over 650 million pounds of cherries are produced in the United States, most of which are used to make scrumptious desserts.

NATIONAL CHERRY TART DAY TIMELINE
1420
Firestarter
A gingerbread recipe similar to the modern-day tart is mentioned in the book “English Food.”

1550
The Start
The shortcrust that is the base of all tarts is invented.

1880
The Art of Tart
The tart is invented by two unmarried French sisters.

1879
Tarts for All
The treacle tart recipe is created.