Elice Ivy Writes

Winter Solstice marks the beginning of winter and is the shortest day of the year. On this day, it seems as if the nighttime darkness lasts all day and all night. At the North Pole, the sun never rises on this day. It is not the coldest days of winter, as the northern hemisphere continues to lose more heat than it gains. This will continue until late in winter, as the longer daylight hours at that point begin to have a net warming affect. But for now, heat up a cup of hot chocolate and put another log on the fire! Winter will be here for a while. By the way, while the northern hemisphere is experiencing it's shortest day, the southern hemisphere is basking in sunshine and enjoying the first day of summer. For thousands of years, Winter Solstice  has celebrated the new solar year. It celebrates the return of the sun, as every day now will see more sun. The sun is at it's southernmost point, and now begins it's long, six month journey north. Winter Solstice is also bee

The World Series was broadcast on radio for the first time (1921) On this day in sports: October 5,  1921 the World Series  featuring National League Champs  New York Giants  versus the American League Champs  New York Yankees  was broadcast via radio for the first time ever. The game, held at the  New York Polo Grounds IV , was won by the  Yankees who later lost the series 5 games to 3 to the Giants . In 1921 technology was a little pre-historic and the game was only able to be heard over 3 stations;  KDKA from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania ,  WBZ from Springfield, Massachusetts , and  WJZ from Newark, New Jersey . Listeners of KDKA heard the game live from the Polo Grounds announced by  sportswriter Grantland Rice , while fans listeners of WBZ and WJZ were subject to a broadcast from announcer Thomas Cowan, who recreated the games events from phoned in reports received from the Polo Grounds.  Feel Free to comment and share with your friends! Feel Free to follow me @ eliceivywrites.wor

Date When Celebrated :  Always December 3 Today is   National Roof Over Your Head Day . It is a day of appreciation for the things we have, starting with the roof over our heads. For most of us, a roof over our head signifies living in a house that protects us from the elements, keeping us warm, dry, and cozy. Unfortunately, not everyone is as lucky as you and I. There are many homeless people right here in our country. Some people live in a cardboard box on the street...... literally. There are millions of people around the world who live in poverty or disaster areas, and do not have a home to keep them comfortable and safe. Spend a few minutes  being thankful that you are not homeless, and appreciating your roof and home today. Also make a contribution to a homeless shelter, so others can come in out of the rain. Happy National Roof Over Your Head Day! Feel Free to comment and share with your friends! Feel Free to follow me @ eliceivywrites.wordpress.com Please f

Eat a Red Apple Day Date When Celebrated :  Always December 1 Eat a Red Apple Day  is today.  We hope you eat an apple today, and every day. Apples are delicious. Apples are nutritious. That's a great combination. Apples date back to the garden of Eden. In that garden, the Bible tells us it was the "Forbidden fruit". It is really easy to participate in this special day. There are thousands of varieties of apples grown all over the planet. Your mission today, is to pick an apple among all of these varieties, and eat it. A little apple trivia:  The science of growing apples is called pomology. Celebrate this special day. Select a juicy piece of the "Forbidden fruit" and have a happy  Eat a Red Apple Day Feel Free to comment and share with your friends! Feel Free to follow me @ eliceivywrites.wordpress.com Please follow me on Twitter @eliceivy Facebook at www.facebook.com/eliceivy and don't forget to follow here on blogspot.com fo