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Monday, May 31, 2021
Motivational Monday - The History of Memorial Day - 7 Facts You May Not Know
Friday, May 28, 2021
Fun Friday - National Paperclip Day
Photo Credit: Happy Days 365
Can you come up with 5 ways to use a paperclip, other than holding papers together? National Paperclip Day is observed on May 29th. Here are 7 fun ways to use a paper clip.
1. Fix a zipper tab
2. Repair eyeglasses
3. Hang ornaments
4. Keep wrapping paper from unrolling
5. Bookmark - tie a ribbon aound one end and it's ready to use
6. Find the end of the tape
7. Secure chips and cereal bags
Did you know that the first patent for a "bent wire paper clip" was presented to Samuel B. Fay in the
United States in 1867? According to the Early Office Museum, there were nearly 50 other people who received patents for similr designes. Check out more on the history of the paper clip here.
Let's think outside the box (of paper clips). What are creative things you can make using paper clips? Pinterest has ideas for jewelry, bookmarks, office accessories, and other fun stuff. View ideas here.
It's National Paperclip Day, have fun with it.
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Wellness Wednesday - National Senior Health & Fitness Day - 3 Ways to Celebrate
It's National Senior Health & Fitness Day, celebrated May 26th. The purpose of this day is to encourage seniors to participate in health and wellness events. As a proud member of AARP, we seniors need to have knowledge of resources available, and to keep our bodies moving.
Here are 3 Ways to Celebrate National Senior Health & Fitness Day
1. Participate in a health & wellness event.
2. Walk for fitness.
3. Hula Hoop for fun - that's what I'm doing (see my how-to video below).
For more resources/ideas on how to celebrate health and fitness day, check out this link.
NOTE: I am not affiliated with this site, nor do I receive payment for mentioning this.
What are your suggestions for celebrating National Senior Health & Fitness Day?


