Quote
"The purpose of our lives is to be happy."
Dalai Lama
Joke
What do you get from a pampered cow? Spoiled milk.
Fun Fact
A pharaoh once lathered his slaves in honey to keep bugs away from him.
The pharaohs of ancient Egypt were believed to be literally divine. The word pharaoh itself means "great house," as in the house of God. In fact, King Pepi II, who supposedly ruled for 90 years, thought so highly of himself that when he was bothered by insects, he would command that one of his slaves be covered in honey to lure the flies away from himself.
Reading Fact
Equally, reading books strengthens analytical and critical skills, allowing people to form opinions and back them up with evidence.
History Fact
In 1917, Margaret Sanger was jailed for one month for establishing the first birth control clinic.
Movie/TV Trivia
The Snow in Wizard of Oz Is Asbestos
In that famous poppy-field scene in Wizard of Oz, the snow coming down is calming to Dorothy and her posse. But they should probably have been far less relaxed as these were actually asbestos-based fake snowflakes—a popular Christmas decoration throughout the United States and Europe at the time. Wicked, indeed.
Movie/TV Quote
"Here's looking at you, kid."
Casablanca, 1942
Conversation Starter
What is the first thing you think about when you wake up in the morning?
Writing Prompt
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