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Good Tuesday Morning and Happy Day 25 of 56 VIP Friends, I got in my 5K yesterday in an hour and 57 seconds the fastest I've walked one but then again I did 2 things different. One I walked on the wrestling mats in socked feet and 2 I had bought a runners armband for my phone so I didn't have to carry my phone.
I AM:
I am smart and successful.
Action for Happiness:
Look for people doing good and reasons to be cheerful.
Fitness Quote:
In order to become stronger you have to be willing to push yourself beyond your limits.
Motiverse:
I’m taking all the negatives in my life, and turning them into a positive.—Pitbull
Daily Affirmation:
Good habits keep me focused.
Inspirational Quote:
There will always be people in your life who treat you wrong. Be sure to thank them for making you strong.—Zig Ziglar
Today in History:
May 6th Celebrated History
1851
The United States Patent Office issued the first U.S. patent (No. 8080) for the mechanical refrigerator to American inventor John Gorrie.
1889
The Exposition Universelle opens in Paris with its grand centerpiece, the Eiffel Tower finally on display. Its chief engineer and owner of the company who built the phenomenal tower, Gustave Eiffel, also designed the framework for the Statue of Liberty.
1937
In Lakehurst, New Jersey, the hydrogen-filled dirigible called the Hindenburg burst into flames killing 35 of the 97 passengers. A Navy crewman on the ground also died that day.
1954
British middle-distance runner Roger Bannister breaks the four-minute mile barrier for the first time in human history. He ran the one-mile race in 3 minutes, 59 seconds, 4/10 at Oxford University's Iffley Road Track.
May 6th Celebrated Birthdays
Martin R Delany - 1812
Through his writing, the African American journalist, writer and soldier influenced perceptions on abolition and activism during his lifetime. He was an early supporter of emigration to Africa and wrote the novel Blake; or the Huts of America.
Dr. Sigmund Freud - 1856
The Austrian neurologist is the founder of psychoanalysis. During his career, Freud developed theories about the parts of human personality called the id, ego and superego, Oedipus complex, and dream analysis, among several others.
Orson Wells - 1915
Well known for his Shakespearean roles, Orson Welles also made a name for himself in radio and directing. Welles shook up the world with a radio broadcast of H.G. Wells’ War of the Worlds in 1938. In 1941, Welles set the standard for quality filmmaking with the debut of Citizen Kane.
Dr. Mukai Chiaki - 1952
On July 8, 1994, Dr. Chiaki became the first Japanese woman in space when she flew as a payload specialist aboard the space shuttle Columbia. Her second mission took place on October 29, 1998, aboard the space shuttle Discovery. With her second mission, she became the first Japanese citizen to travel to space twice.
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@Dianedoessmiles1 my body was so sore from all of the work I did over the weekend, but, I still did my Monday exercise routine! I'm glad you had an amazing day!
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@Macrat12 WOOHOO!! SUPER CONGRATULATIONS!!
@Ronnie_happy2ranch You impress us DAILY!! TY TY TY TY!! You've encouraged so many on PS4L no wonder the team is as good as they are!! You've been showing us, even when exhausted, to move some, and build it on up! TY TY TY TY for the example you set!0 -
Good Wednesday Morning and Happy Day 26 of 56 VIP Friends, Yesterday I did even better with my 5K I got it in with a time of 59 minute 16 seconds.
I AM:
I am the powerful manifester of al I desire.
Action for Happiness
Make a list of what matters most to you and why.
Fitness Quote:
It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up—Babe Ruth
Motiverse:
Pessimisim leads to weakness, optimism to power.—William James
Daily Affirmation:
I am unique.
Inspirational Quote:
Life is short. Spend it with people who make you laugh and feel loved.
Today in History:
May 7th Celebrated History
1847
The American Medical Association is founded in Philadelphia, PA. The founding members
elect Dr. Nathaniel Chapman as the first president of the new organization.
1946
Akio Morita and Masaru Ibuka found Tokyo Telecommunication Engineering Corporation. The company is later named Sony.
1954
Construction begins on the world's longest suspension bridge. The Mackinac Bridge opened to traffic three years later in November 1957, connecting the upper and lower peninsulas of Michigan for the first time.
1992
Michigan's legislature became the 38th state to ratified a constitutional amendment proposed in 1789. The 203-year-old legislation limits mid-term salary increases and requires an election before raises can take effect. In essence, voters have the opportunity to elect new representation before raises take place. College student, Gregory Watson's paper for his government class proposed the amendment was still eligible for ratification. After receiving a poor grade from a doubting teaching assistant, the topic became a rallying point. Two states vied to be the 38th states to ratify the amendment, Michigan and New Jersey. Don W. Wilson, U.S. Archivist, certified 27th Amendment on May 18th. At the time, one state was unaware they had already ratified the amendment. Kentucky's ratification took place in 1792 and as a result, the honor of being the 38th state actually belongs to Alabama which ratified the amendment on May 5, 1992.
May 7th Celebrated Birthdays
Mary Mahoney - 1845
In 1879, Mary Mahoney became the first African American professional nurse when she graduated from the New England Hospital's nursing school. She also formed the National Association of Colored Graduate Nurses after the Nurses Associated Alumnae of the United States demonstrated a slow response to accepting black nurses.
Gary Cooper - 1901
Gary Cooper appeared in more than 80 films during a career that lept from silent movies to sound almost effortlessly. He was nominated for his first Academy Award in 1937 for his role in Mr. Deeds Goes to Town. Cooper would go on to earn two Best Actor Academy Awards for Sergeant York (1942) and High Noon (1953). In 1961, the Academy presented him with an honorary award for his career achievements.
Eva Peron - 1919
The Argentine actress became the first lady of Argentina in 1946. Peron became a powerful political figure, advocating for women's suffrage and the rights of the poor.
Ishiro Honda - 1911
The Japanese filmmaker is best known for co-creating the Godzilla film franchise.
Michael P. Murphy - 1976
The U.S. Navy SEAL officer served during the War in Afghanistan and for his actions received the military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor. Murphy was killed by enemy forces during Operation Red Wing near Asadabad, Afghanistan on June 28, 2005.
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@macrat12 great job on the 5k!
@Dianedoessmiles1 thanks for the kind words. I did have to take a break from rowing yesterday though. My body said it needed a break and I don't feel bad about it at all! We all have to listen to our bodies so we don't overdo. Even one of my trackers said I've probably been doing too much lately! LOL!
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@Ronnie_happy2ranch OH GF, if you had not listened well, that'd not be good for you or us. TY TY TY for listening to your body!!! Is ST suggested 2 or 3 times a week? I know it's not daily. But, it's been a bit, that is a weakness for ME! I KEEP meaning to do the chair yoga!! I've got the video saved, I have my chair ready (straight back with no sides), it's for seniors, and I badly need it!! My social life needs to SLOOOooooowwwwww down!! AND IT WILL!!!
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Good Thursday Morning and Happy Day 27 of 56 VIP Friends!!! Tomorrow we are at the halfway point of the challenge. Plan is after my interview I'm getting into the gym for either a 5K walk or 5K bike ride I haven't decided yet but no matter what I'm getting my butt into the gym.
I AM:
I trust that I am a part of something much bigger than myself.
Action for Happiness:
Set yourself a kindness mission to help others today.
Fitness Quote:
Push Harder than Yesterday If You Want A Different Tomorrow
Motiverse:
It takes but one positive thought when given a chance to survive and thrive to overcome an entire army of negative thoughts.—Robert H. Schuller
Daily Affirmation:
I forgive it all.
Inspirational Quote:
Life is too short to argue and fight. Count your blessings. Value the people who love you and make the most of each day.
Today in History:
May 8th Celebrated History
1877
The first Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show opens at Gilmore's Gardens in New York City. Thirty-five breeds were represented by approximately 1,200 dogs.
1886
In Atlanta, Ga, Dr. John Pemberton launched his altered, alcohol-free tonic called Coca-Cola. In face of prohibition, Pemberton's elixir sold as a temperance drink, though another ingredient contained a form of cocaine (the coca plant is a source). Eventually, a process removing the cocaine from the coca leaves left Coca-Cola free of the schedule II drug.
1945
World War II in Europe officially comes to an end with the unconditional surrender of Germany. Victory in Japan would come three months later.
1999
Nancy Mace graduates from The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina. She is the first woman to graduate from the military college.
May 8th Celebrated Birthdays
Phillis Wheatley - 1753
While the exact date of her birth is uncertain, history records Phillis Wheatley as the first African American woman to publish a book of poems. She was educated by her Boston slave-holders and soon after the publication of her first book Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral, was emancipated.
Henry Dunant - 1828
In 1863, the Swiss businessman co-founded the International Committee for Relief to the Wounded. The organization is known today as the International Federation of the Red Cross.
Harry S. Truman - 1884
Harry S. Truman took office after the death of President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1945. Within a few months, the war in Germany ended, atomic bombs ended the war in Japan, and the Cold War began.In 1948, Truman famously defeated Thomas Dewey by a narrow margin for reelection. He set out to create social reform with his New Deal and supported the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
Akebono Taro - 1969
The American-born sumo wrestler emigrated to Japan. In 1993, he became the first non-Japanese-born sumo wrestler to earn the rank of Yokozuna - the highest rank in Japan's national sport.
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@Dianedoessmiles1
Is ST suggested 2 or 3 times a week?I don't know what that means - what is ST?
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@macrat12 WOOHOO on the interview, please let us know how it went.
@Ronnie_happy2ranch OOPS, Sorry for using an abbreviation, ST is Strength Training.
@Kurtize I suppose most of us will always love Peanuts!1 -
Gouldsgranite: Good morning
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Good Friday Morning and Happy Day 28 of 56 VIP Friends!!!! My interview I think went well but I won't know for sure if I got the job or not for a couple weeks. The waiting is the worst part of job searching.
I AM:
My awareness of the current time brings me peace.
Action for Happiness:
What values are important to you? Find ways to use them today.
Fitness Quote:
Today is The Perfect Day. Get In There and Get The Job Done.
Motiverse:
Your smile will give you a positive countenance that will make people feel comfortable around you.—Les Brown
Daily Affirmation:
I will always help others.
Inspirational Quote:
Don’t change so people will like you. Be yourself and the right people will love you.
Today in History:
May 9th Celebrated History
1882
The U.S. Patent Office issued patent No. 257,487 to William F. Ford for his invention of a stethoscope. His design improved upon previous designs by reducing noise unrelated to the examination.
1899
The U.S. Patent Office issued patent No. 624,749 to John Albert Burr for his invention of a rotary blade lawnmower.
1914
President Woodrow Wilson signs a proclamation declaring the second Sunday in May to be Mother's Day.
1962
MIT researchers bounce a beam of light off the surface of the Moon for the first time. Raytheon made the laser for the MIT Research Laboratory in Cambridge. The returning beams were captured on a receiver and recorded on a cathode ray tube as tiny flashes on a screen.
May 9th Celebrated Birthdays
Harriet Lane - 1830
As the 16th First Lady of the United States, the young niece of James Buchanan performed the hostess duties in the White House. While she's not the only relative to step into the role of First Lady, Lane is the only one to do so for the only lifelong bachelor to become president.
Belle Boyd - 1844
At a young age, Belle Boyd became a Confederate spy during the Civil War. She gained a notorious reputation for her daring.
J.M. Barrie - 1860
In 1904, the Scottish playwright produced the popular play "Peter Pan; or The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up."
Howard Carter - 1874
In 1922, the English archaeologist and Egyptologist discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun. The tomb of the 18th Dynasty Pharaoh was the best-preserved tomb of a pharaoh ever found in the Valley of the Kings.
Mike Wallace - 1918
The American broadcast journalist was one of the pioneering hosts of the CBS show 60 minutes.
Vance Brand - 1931
The distinguished NASA astronaut flew four space missions during his career. One of his most historic missions included the first meeting in space between American astronauts and Soviet cosmonauts during the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project in 1975. During the mission, Tom Stafford and Deke Slayton joined Brand aboard Apollo. Aleksey Leonov and Valeriy Kubasov crewed the Soyuz.
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Good Saturday Morning and Happy Day 29 of 56 VIP Friends, @Dianedoessmiles1 Thanks and as soon as I know I'll share with my groups here.
I AM:
I find fulfillment in savoring the richness of this moment.
Action for Happiness:
Be grateful for the little things, even in difficult times
Fitness Quote:
No FEAR No LIMITS No EXCUSES
Motiverse:
Each day, I come in with a positive attitude, trying to get better.—Stefon Diggs
Daily Affirmation:
I deserve all of the good things that are in my life.
Inspirational Quote:
Don’t be afraid to lose someone who is not grateful to have you-especially someone who hurt you repeatedly. Relationships are not perfect, but you don’t deserve cycles of pain. Be with someone who knows you are too important to lose and shows it. Actions are everything!
Notable Birthdays for May 10
Robert Emmett Bledsoe Baylor (1793-1873)Â - Co-founder (and namesake) of Baylor University.
Fred Astaire (1899-1987) - Actor, dancer and singer who is considered the greatest popular-music dancer of all time.
David O. Selznick (1902-1965) - Producer of Gone With the Wind.
Maybelle Carter (1909-1978) - Singer on the Johnny Cash Show.
Alexander Goode (1911-1943) - Navy chaplain and rabbi who gave his life for soldiers to save soldiers during WWII, later named Four Chaplains Day.
Memorable Events for May 10
1652Â - John Johnson, a free Black, is granted 550 acres in Northampton, VA.
1775 - Philadelphia, PA, issues paper currency for the first time.
1797Â - The first Navy ship, the "United States," is launched in the U.S.
1872Â - Victoria Woodhull becomes the first woman nominated for U.S. President.
1877 - President Hayes has the first telephone installed in the White House.
1908 - Philadelphia becomes the first city to observe Mother's Day.
1924Â - J. Edgar Hoover is appointed first Director of the FBI.
1962 - Marvel Comics publishes the first issue of The Incredible Hulk.
1969Â - U.S. troops begin attack on Hill 937, which became known as "Hamburger Hill."
2013 - The One World Trade Center becomes the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.
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Weigh in was a maintain and I was hoping for a loss but I did eat late night snacks so I think there was a little loss. I was able to control portions for the most part pretty well! Overeating does seem to be decreasing with much less refined grains and added sugars! I took two walks this week too so it is nice to be getting back in the swing of that. As well as got off energy drinks and coffee again and back to tea. So good changes all around.
I feel pretty good overall. Better than I have in weeks I will pop over and read week 5 decluttering now. There is a war in my mind lately, for sure. I also have a pedometer I could pop on… Right now I am talking a walk around the block and chipping away diligently at the to dos as a win. Thanks again! I think the cumulative effects of these changes will begin to show by the end of this seasons challenge.
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@changewewanttosee OH, how COOL!! Though you didn't see the effort paying off in weight loss, oh it is working!! Your NSV (Non Scale Victories) are showing!! GREAT JOB in progressing with the healthier eating, slow and slow does it for the long term when we make changes. It goes very well with your screen name!!! Exciting to read you are doing well with no energy drinks. Those foolish things are marketed so well, one doesn't usually stop to look at the sugars, the chemicals in them, the high amount of caffeine in them. I was drinking 6 to 8 cans of Pepsi a day, I was dealing with a lot of anxiety, NO WONDER I WAS!! Off them, OFF anti anxiety meds! A calmer life. Note the small changes because you are HAVING them!! WOOHOO!! TY TY TY for writing this! You've made me smile!
@Kurtize I hope you have a safe weekend also!! Was fun teasing you earlier,,,,, Have you seen Punkin? LOL1 -
Good Sunday Morning and Happy Day 30 of 56 VIP Friends!!!!! Happy Mother's Day to all!!!!
I AM:
My mind is calm as I focus on the beauty of now.
Action for Happiness:
Look around for things that bring you a sense of awe and wonder.
Fitness Quote:
Try to always get at least one more rep. Always.
Motiverse:
Anything that’s not positive, I don’t have the energy to focus on it. Anything that’s not going in the right direction, I don’t have the time or the energy.—DMX
Daily Affirmation:
I am a forgiving and loving person.
Inspirational Quote:
Everyone wants happiness. No one wants pain. But you can’t have a rainbow without a little rain.
Today in History:
May 11th Celebrated History
1926
The coffee company Maxwell House trademarks the phrase "Good to the last drop."
1927
Film industry leaders including Mary Pickford, Cecil B. DeMille, and Louis B. Mayer found the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences.
1978
Marine Margaret Ann Brewer is promoted to the rank of brigadier general. She is the first woman to achieve general officer rank.
1997
IBM's supercomputer Deep Blue defeats world chess champion and chess grandmaster Garry Kasparov. It is the first time a computer defeated a world champion in a competition.
May 11th Celebrated Birthdays
Grant Marsh - 1834
Considered the greatest steamboat captain on the Missouri and Yellowstone Rivers, Grant Marsh never lost a boat in his 64-year career. He also rescued many other captains, travelers, and soldiers including survivors of Lieutenant General George Custer's Last Stand.
Harriet Quimby - 1875
A woman of many firsts, Harriet Quimby was an aviation pioneer in the United States. She was the first woman to earn her U.S. pilot's license. Less than a year later, Quimby would become the first woman to fly across the English Channel. She would die tragically a few months later during an event when she and William Willard, the event organizer, were accidentally ejected from the seats of the Bleriot monoplane they were riding in at 1000 feet.
Irving Berlin - 1888
Born Israel Baline in Temun, Siberia, the famous composer and lyricist immigrated to the United States in 1893 with his family 19 months after Ellis Island opened. The family had fled Siberia to escape Russia’s persecution of the Jews. Some of his most well-known songs include, “God Bless America” and “White Christmas.”
Jacqueline Cochran - 1906
Jacqueline Cochran was the first woman pilot to break the sound barrier. She also sponsored the testing for the Mercury 13. Her testimony before the house subcommittee on discrimination in the workplace at NASA played a role in delaying women's participation in the astronaut program.
John C. Norman - 1929
Cardiothoracic surgeon, John C. Norman advanced methods for artificial hearts through research and innovation. He established the Cullen Cardiovascular Surgical Research Laboratories at Texas Heart Institute in 1972 where much of his focus centered on furthering the development of the artificial heart.
Cam Newton - 1989
Selected by the Carolina Panthers in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft, quarterback Cam Newton played college football at Auburn University. He earned the Heisman Trophy in 2010 and the NFL Offensive Rookie of the year in 2011. He’s been to the Pro Bowl three times and in 2015 earned the Bert Bell Award, NFL Offensive Player of the Year Award, and NFL Most Valuable Player Award.
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Diane: My day is going o kay.
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@Patti241 Glad to hear the day is okay. We FINALLY had SUNSHINE today and are expecting tomorrow. ABOUT TIME!! It's in the low 60s with wind. Feels cold for May, but I prefer that over the heat!! I'll see when it warms up how I do on the new med. MAYBE this year I can breathe. That'll be GREAT if so!!
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Good Monday Morning and Happy Day 31 of 56 VIP Friends, Today's Murph Prep workout is 30 min recovery run but I'm walking my 5K instead. I'm nearing the end of Murph Prep and also my Lifting program so will have to choose a new one soon.
I AM:
I am proud of myself for getting this far.
Action for Happiness:
Listen to a favorite piece of music and remember what it means to you.
Fitness Quote:
Don’t try to Impress others. Focus on becoming better Mentally and Physically
Motiverse:
Never allow your mind to wander untamed like a wild animal that exists on the basis of survival of the fittest. Tame your mind with consistent focus on your goals and desires.—Stephen Richards
Daily Affirmation:
It is easy for me to get things done.
Inspirational Quote:
I am thankful for today.
Today in History:
May 12th Celebrated History
1932
The infant son of Charles and Anne Lindbergh is found dead ten weeks after being abducted from his home.
1936
The United States Patent Office issued patent No. 2,040,248 for the Dvorak typewriter keyboard. According to its inventors, August Dvorak and William Dealey, the arrangement of the keys allowed for an increase in efficiency over the QWERTY keyboard design. However, the Dvorak keyboard never replaced the QWERTY keyboard despite many studies that support an increase (if minimal) in speed and efficiency.
1937
King George VI's coronation took place at Westminster Abbey, London.
2002
Former President Jimmy Carter visited Cuba. He was the first U.S. president in or out of office to visit the Caribbean country since the 1959 revolution.
May 12th Celebrated History
Florence Nightingale - 1820
Florence Nightingale was a celebrated English, social reformer, statistician, and the founder of modern nursing. She became well-known while taking care of the wounded soldiers during the Crimean War. Nightingale was dubbed “The Lady with the Lamp” because of her habit of making rounds at night.
Baron Clemens von Pirquet - 1874
In 1908, the Austrian physician published his diagnostic skin test for identifying the presence of tuberculosis.
Katherine Hepburn - 1907
Katharine Hepburn shunned the traditional starlet roles of Hollywood. Her bold attitude and strong will stole the stage. At a time when women rarely held the reins in Hollywood, Hepburn steered a prolific career with twelve Academy Award nominations and four wins.
Yogi Berra - 1925
"A nickel ain't worth a dime anymore." ~ Yogi Berra
Born Lawrence Peter Berra, the American professional catcher played 19 seasons in Major League Baseball. As a player, Berra spent most of his career with the New York Yankees shifting into a management position. In 1965, he joined the Mets, temporarily coming out of retirement to play once more. His phenomenal career is highlight by 13 World Series championships as a player, manager, and coach.
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Good Tuesday Morning and Happy Day 31 of 56 VIP Friends, WOW it was quiet in here yesterday guess those in the warmer weather spent the day outside. Today's workout is half murph preparing myself for a week from Friday when I'll get my Murph workout in.
I AM:
I receive abundance in all areas of my life.
Action for Happiness:
Find out about the values or traditions of another culture.
Fitness Quote:
Never Stop Setting Goals.
Motiverse:
Be the kind of person who dares to face life’s challenges and overcome them rather than dodging them.—Roy T Bennett
Daily Affirmation:
I am solution oriented in every part of my day.
Inspirational Quote:
I feel like I should want more, but I don’t. I want less. Less stuff, less rushing, less stress, less noise. I want simplicity.—Brooke Hampton
Notable Birthdays for May 13
Joe Louis (1914-1981)Â - Known as the "Brown Bomber" and considered one of the most influential boxers of all time.
Bea Arthur (1922-2009) - Actress fondly remembered for her role as Dorothy on The Golden Girls.
Harry Glickman (1924-2020)Â - Co-founder of the Portland Trail Blazers (NBA).
Harvey Keitel (1939-Still Living)Â -Â Actor who is known to play the "tough guy" on film.
Ritchie Valens (1941-1959) - Musician who helped pioneer the rock and roll movement who died in a plane crash.
Stevie Wonder (1950-Still Living) - One of the most successful R&B musicians with hits like Superstition, Isn't She Lovely?, Ebony and Ivory (duet with Paul McCarthy), and I Just Called to Say I Love You.
Darius Rucker (1966-Still Living) - Musician who was the lead vocalist for the rock band Hootie & the Blowfish until he switched over to the country music genre.
Today in History:
Memorable Events for May 13
1607 - John Smith (and other colonists) establishes Jamestown near the James River in Virginia.
1846Â - President Polk requests Congress to declare war on Mexico. The request is approved.
1884 - The Institute for Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE) forms in New York.
1916Â - The first observance of Native American Day is celebrated.
1947 - The Senate approves the Taft-Hartley Act, limiting the power of unions.
1958 - The trademark for Velcro is registered.
1966 - Federal funding is denied to 12 school districts in the South because of violations of the 1964 Civil Rights Act.
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@Kurtize Being positive sure does help!
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Good Wednesday Morning and Happy Day 32 of 56 VIP Friends
I AM:
I am so thankful for the many people who have helped mold me into the person I am today.
Action for Happiness:
Get outside and notice the beauty in nature.
Fitness Quote:
The pain you feel today, will be the strength you feel tomorrow.
Motiverse:
Focus on an ocean of positives, not a puddle of negatives.—Kevin Ansbro
Daily Affirmation:
I am worth it.
Inspirational Quote:
Healing: doesn’t mean the damage never existed. It means we’ve released the pain and no longer allow it to control our lives.
Notable Birthdays for May 14
Ed Ricketts (1897-1948) - Marine biologist who conducted pioneering studies of intertidal ecology (organisms found in high/low tides).
Zutty Singleton (1898-1975) - Jazz drummer for Louis Armstrong's Hot Five.
Herbert Morrison (1905-1989) - Radio journalist radio who recorded a dramatic report of the Hindenburg disaster.Â
John Hope (1919-2002) - Meteorologist who was a hurricane expert.
Brad Anderson (1924-2015) - Cartoonist who created the loveable dog Marmaduke.
Sophie Kurys (1925-2013) - Second basewoman in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.Â
Ethel Johnson (1935-2018)Â -Â The first black female champion of professional wrestling.
George Lucas (1944-Still Living) - Creator of Star Wars.
Mark Zuckerberg (1984-Still Living) - Co-founder of Facebook.
Today in History:
Memorable Events for May 14
1787Â - Delegates gather to draw up the Constitution of the United States.
1800Â - The Federal government moves from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.
1853 - Gail Borden patents his process for condensed milk.
1897 - The State Theatre opens in Washington, Iowa (oldest continuously operating movie theater in the world.
1913Â - The Rockefeller Foundation begins operation.
1942 - The U.S. Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC) forms.
1973Â - The Supreme Court approves equal rights to females in the military.
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Daily Affirmation for Wednesday
I am ME.I am not my attachments. I am not my possessions. I am not the people in my life.- Jonathan Lockwood Huie
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@Kurtize We value you very highly because of WHO you are. We are very fortunate to have you as a leader on the 5% team with PS4L !
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Good Thursday Morning VIP Friends, Today's workout is supposed to be restore but since I did Half Murph yesterday I'm going to try out a hyrox style workout as a preview for my new program starting on Monday. I'm not planning on competing in Hyrox but want to do a fun yet challenging workouts.
I AM:
My head is held high and proud.
Action for Happiness:
Do something to contribute to your local community.
Fitness Quote:
It’s more than just lifting.
Motiverse:
Appreciate every little beautiful moment in every day of your life. Give it a try and you’ll see the world from another perspective.—Thea Kristine May
Daily Affirmation:
I am reliable.
Inspirational Quote:
Please be patient with me. Sometimes when I’m quiet it’s because I need to figure myself out. It’s not because I don’t want to talk. Sometimes there are no words for my thoughts.—Kamla Bolanos
Today in History:
May 15th Celebrated History
1923
Dr. Joseph Lawrence and Jordan Lambert register the disinfectant called Listerine. Inspiration for the name came from the English surgeon Joseph Lister who touted the importance of antiseptic protocols including handwashing before surgery.
1942
President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs legislation creating the Women's Auxiliary Army Corps. Oveta Culp Hobby was named as the organization's first director. The name would later be shortened to Women's Army Corps. In early 1941, Congresswoman Edith Nourse Rogers of Massachusetts sponsored the original bill creating the WAAC so that women volunteers would have support and benefits for their service. While the bill didn't initially obtain support, after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, Congress reconsidered. The organization was created as a joint operation of the Army.
1963
Astronaut Gordon Cooper becomes the first American to spend more than a single day in space. During the final mission of Project Mercury, Cooper completed 22 orbits of the Earth and his entire flight spanned 34 hours, 19 minutes, 49 seconds.
May 15th Celebrated Birthdays
L. Frank Baum - 1856
The American writer is the author of a series of children's books featuring a place called Oz. The 1939 film The Wizard of Oz was based on Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. It starred Judy Garland, Ray Bolger, Bert Lahr, Jack Haley, Margaret Hamilton, and Frank Morgan.
Williamina P. Fleming - 1857
The American astronomer is best known for discovering the Horsehead Nebula in the constellation Orion.
Pierre Curie - 1859
In 1903, the French physicist, along with French physicists Marie Curie and Henri Becquerel received the Nobel Prize in Physics "in recognition of the extraordinary services he has rendered by his discovery of spontaneous radioactivity."
Hickory Starr - 1915
A descendent of Sequoyah, Hickory Starr served as the Chief of the Nighthawk Keetoowah Society founded by his grandfather, Redbird Smith.
Madeleine Albright – 1937
In 1997, Madeleine Albright became the first woman to serve as United States Secretary of State. President Bill Clinton named Albright to the position, and she served until 2001.
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I AM:
Every breath I take connects me deeper to this instant.
Action for Happiness:
Show your gratitude to people who are helping to make things better.
Fitness Quote:
It’s actually pretty simple: Either you DO IT, or you DON’T.
Motiverse:
The greatest discovery of all time is that a person can change his future by merely changing his attitude.—Oprah Winfrey
Daily Affirmation:
I create long lasting relationships filled with joy and laughter.
Inspirational Quote:
The beach is my happy place.
Today in History:
May 16th Celebrated History
 1866
Following the Civil War, the 39th Congress passes legislation creating a five-cent coin. The legislation also took a step to rectify and make illegal a previously issued five-cent note (paper money) known as fractional currency. When Congress authorized a third printing of the note, it intended to honor Meriwether Clark with his image on the note. However, the legislation only mentioned the explorer's last name. When Secretary of Treasury Spencer M. Clark received the authority to start designing the five-cent notes, the secretary placed his own image at the center of the fractional bill. The bill created the first five-cent coin while also making the previous five-cent notes illegal and eliminating Spencer Clark's legal image.
The five-cent coin, made of nickel and copper, became known as the nickel.
1929
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences held the first Academy Awards ceremony at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel in Los Angeles, California. The event honored two years' worth of films and performances from 1927 and 1928.
1988
U.S. Surgeon General C. Everett Koop released his report declaring the nicotine in tobacco to be addictive similar to heroin and cocaine.
May 16th Celebrated Birthdays
Elizabeth Palmer Peabody - 1804
In 1860, Elizabeth Palmer Peabody opened the first English-language kindergarten in the United States. At the time, education for children younger than 6 years old was uncommon.
H.H. Holmes - 1861
Considered America’s first serial killer before the term was even coined, H.H. Holmes confessed to 27 murders, though some estimate his total number of victims may be much higher. Born Herman Webster Mudgett, Holmes terrorized Chicago during the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair.
Henry Fonda - 1905
An actor of both stage and screen, Henry Fonda earned critical acclaim for roles in The Grapes of Wrath and an Academy Award for On Golden Pond.
Liberace - 1919
Born Wladziu Valentino Liberace, the American pianist rose to prominence in 1951 when his self-named program The Liberace Show premiered.
Janet Jackson - 1966
The American singer, songwriter and performer won her first Grammy in 1989 for her Rhythm Nation 1814 video. That year she was also nominated for Best R&B vocal performance, Best Instrumental Arrangement Accompanying Vocals and Producer of the Year.
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I AM:
I am in tune with my body and I respond to its healthy desires.
Action for Happiness:
Find a way to make what you do today meaningful.
Fitness Quote:
30% Gym 70% Diet 100% Beast
Motiverse:
Positive thinking produces more energy, more initiative, and more happiness.
Daily Affirmation:
I see beauty where others see nothing.
Inspirational Quote:
If you have to choose between being kind and being right, choose being kind and you will always be right.
Today in History:
May 17th Celebrated History
1875
Churchill Downs holds the first Kentucky Derby. Aristides ridden by Oliver Lewis, wins the race in 2 minutes, 37 seconds, 3/4.
1897
The Holland VI is launched at the Navy's Lt. Lewis Nixon's Crescent Shipyard in Elizabeth, New Jersey. It became the Navy's first commissioned submarine in 1900 and renamed the USS Holland. Irish-American inventor John Philip Holland designed the submarine in 1896.
1954
The Supreme Court unanimously rules on the landmark case Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka determining that racial segregation in public schools is unconstitutional.
1954
The comedy duo Stan Laurel and Ollie Hardy came to an abrupt stop when Hardy suffered a heart attack. The two never performed together again.
2004
Massachusetts becomes the first state to legalize same-sex marriage.
May 17th Celebrated Birthdays
Cool Papa Bell - 1903
Considered to be one of the fasted baseball players who ever lived, Cool Papa Bell played centerfield in the Negro League from 1928-1945. He was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1974.
Dennis Hopper - 1936
The American actor and filmmaker is known for directing the film Easy Rider and his performances in films such as Apocalypse Now, Blue Velvet, and Hoosiers.
Sugar Ray Leonard - 1956
The 1976 Olympic gold medalist, Sugar Ray Leonard, turned to professional boxing the following year. In 1987 he defeated “Marvelous” Marvin Hagler for the middleweight title. He was inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame in 1997 after his retirement.
Mia Hamm - 1972
Mia Ham played professional soccer for 17 years winning two World Championships and two Olympic gold medals.
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