When pink slime oozed into public consciousness, we all scrunched our noses. What was this mystery substance—a food additive made of beef trimmings that are heated, compressed into blocks, and then exposed to bacteria-killing ammonia—hiding in processed meat? It also got us thinking about what other shocking ingredients go undercover in our grub. Our research revealed some surprising secrets that rival—and possibly even beat—pink slime. Steel yourself for our list. And just a suggestion: Don’t read this during your lunch break.
Align Yourself with People Who Support You
“I align myself with people who support my growth. If you meet someone whose soul is not aligned with yours, send them love and move along.” Dr. Wayne Dyer via Today’s Quotes: Align Yourself with Ppl Who Support You!
George Washington assigned to lead the Continental Army; This Day in History
On this day in 1775, George Washington, who would one day become the first American president, accepts an assignment to lead the Continental Army.
Washington had been managing his family’s plantation and serving in the Virginia House of Burgesses when the second Continental Congress unanimously voted to have him lead the revolutionary army. He had earlier distinguished himself, in the eyes of his contemporaries, as a commander for the British army in the French and Indian War of 1754.
Born a British citizen and a former Redcoat, Washington had, by the 1770s, joined the growing ranks of colonists who were dismayed by what they considered to be Britain’s exploitative policies in North America. In 1774, Washington joined the Continental Congress as a delegate from Virginia. The next year, the Congress offered Washington the role of commander in chief of the Continental Army.
After accepting the position, Washington sat down and wrote a letter to his wife, Martha, in which he revealed his concerns about his new role. He admitted to his “dear Patcy” that he had not sought the post but felt “it was utterly out of my power to refuse this appointment without exposing my Character to such censures as would have reflected dishonour upon myself, and given pain to my friends.” He expressed uneasiness at leaving her alone, told her he had updated his will and hoped that he would be home by the fall. He closed the letter with a postscript, saying he had found some of “the prettiest muslin” but did not indicate whether it was intended for her or for himself.
On July 3, 1775, Washington officially took command of the poorly trained and under-supplied Continental Army. After six years of struggle and despite frequent setbacks, Washington managed to lead the army to key victories and Great Britain eventually surrendered in 1781. Due largely to his military fame and humble personality, Americans overwhelmingly elected Washington their first president in 1789.
Just try not to smile…
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Gain Them. But Slowly. 7
Nicholas Bate writes:
- Remarkable skills;
- Trusted friends;
- Notes of wisdom;
- Superb albums;
- Long and deep conversations;
- Favourite recipes;
- Many, many hugs.
Bonus: Lose Them. And Fast. 7
I want this shirt!
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Continental Congress chooses national flag; This Day in History
On this day in 1777, during the American Revolution, the Continental Congress adopts a resolution stating that “the flag of the United States be thirteen alternate stripes red and white” and that “the Union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, representing a new Constellation.”
The national flag, which became known as the “stars and stripes,” was based on the “Grand Union” flag, a banner carried by the Continental Army in 1776 that also consisted of 13 red and white stripes. According to legend, Philadelphia seamstress Betsy Ross designed the new canton for the flag, which consisted of a circle of 13 stars and a blue background, at the request of General George Washington. Historians have been unable to conclusively prove or disprove this legend.
With the entrance of new states into the United States after independence, new stripes and stars were added to represent new additions to the Union. In 1818, however, Congress enacted a law stipulating that the 13 original stripes be restored and that only stars be added to represent new states.
On June 14, 1877, the first Flag Day observance was held on the 100th anniversary of the adoption of the American flag. As instructed by Congress, the U.S. flag was flown from all public buildings across the country. In the years after the first Flag Day, several states continued to observe the anniversary, and in 1949 Congress officially designated June 14 as Flag Day, a national day of observance.” via Continental Congress chooses national flag — History.com This Day in History — 6/14/1777.
5 steps to Finding YOUR Voice
Love it! The quote comes from my favorite Dr. Seuss book so I just had to reblog…
A friend of mine recently said that life is just like a photo: when you want to take a picture you see it in your mind, plan it, set the shoot and take the picture. So it is with life, you see who you want to be, set the path and off you go.
Well I have seen who I want to be, but finding your Voice and really being that person, is Hard.
1. But I think the first step in the path is to Read, Read, Read. Find who you like and start reading articles by them. Follow them on twitter and see what they are reading. Suddenly a Universe of literature opens up to you.
2. Set up a Reader, such as Google Reader and subscribe to the blogs that you enjoy. Read, read, Read. Learn what people are Creating.
Learn what you like.
3. And now for…
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“Complaining Is Stupid. Either Act or Forget.”
“Complaining Is Stupid. Either Act or Forget.”
This quotation comes from graphic designer Stefan Sagmeister and is a good reminder that sometimes we need to stop being angry, shut up, and actually do something.” via “Complaining Is Stupid. Either Act or Forget.”.
Your life is the result of…
…the story you believe about yourself. notsalmon via Your life is the result of….
The Future is Open, Not Empty
“As for the future, your task is not to foresee it but to enable it.” ~Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. Get more here: Embracing Uncertainty: The Future is Open, Not Empty | Tiny Buddha: Wisdom Quotes, Letting Go, Letting Happiness In.
What Makes Us Rich
“If you realize that you have enough, you are truly rich.” ~Lau Tzu. Get more here: Tiny Wisdom: What Makes Us Rich | Tiny Buddha: Wisdom Quotes, Letting Go, Letting Happiness In.
Better Brewing: 12 Ways to Make Coffee at Home
With all the time us frugal-living people spend harping on how smart it is to make coffee at home, you think we’d devote a little more time to how to actually make that coffee. After all, one of my big beliefs about frugal living is that you do not have to be miserable while saving money — frugality is about enjoying life while finding ways to spend less. To that end, making coffee at home doesn’t mean that your only option is to plug in the ol’ drip-drip maker (although drip machines can make some darn fine coffee).
Of course, I must note that the method of preparation is only one factor in the taste of your coffee. The beans you choose, whether you grind them fresh or buy them pre-ground, and even your water can affect your brew. But for the moment, let’s focus (no matter how caffeine jittery we are) — here are 12 different methods for brewing your beans. (See also: 5 Reasons to Drink Coffee)
1. French Press
I begin with the French press for one very unscientific reason — it’s what I use. Most days, I only drink one cup of coffee, and my little Bodum French press makes that one cup so nicely. I really dig the way French press coffee tastes, although some people rag on the French press because it can leave more sediment in the coffee than some other methods. Others, however, point out that French presses preserve coffee oils better than drip coffee makers, although that’s true of more than one of the methods listed here.
To get started with a French press, check out my colleague Greg’s step-by-step guide to French press coffee.” Get more here: Better Brewing: 12 Ways to Make Coffee at Home | Wise Bread.
It’s what we use, too…
Before You Send That Angry E-mail
Michael Hyatt writes:
Over the course of my career, I have fired off my share of angry letters and e-mail. However, I cannot think of a single time when these communiques had a positive effect. Usually, they only served to escalate the conflict and alienate the recipient.” Get more here: Before You Send That Angry E-mail | Michael Hyatt.
Think twice, click send once…
15 Steps to Boost Productivity Before You Start Your Day
It’s amazing how a morning can suck minutes or even hours away from your day before you even open your eyes completely.
Fortunately, it’s easy to get time back in the morning – all you need to do is get organized and utilize some new efficiencies. Of course, before you can establish new patterns, you need to figure out what patterns you’ve already established – and that is the first step to a properly multi-tasked morning.” via Multi-Tasking Your Morning – 15 Steps to Boost Productivity Before You Start Your Day.
It’s Possible!
The Daily Love via Visual Inspiration: It’s Possible!.
Piece of my heart
Nothing comes close to Janis — not even Crystal Bowersox… :-D. Anderson Layman’s Blog: You know you got it……………..
Bright, shiny objects! 
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