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[IceWizard]

27 Apr 2017



World Tapir Day



There’s an odd little creature that’s a native of Central and South America, and can even be found in SE Asia. What kind of odd critter? Well, it looks a bit like a pig, with it’s general build and toes with hooves, but it also looks a bit, just a little, like an elephant with its long snout! What are we talking about? The Tapir! This wonderful animal is currently on the watch-list as it has been over-hunted for its meat and hides. World Tapir Day raises awareness about these endangered animals and helps to protect them for future generations.

History of World Tapir Day

World Tapir Day was established with the intent of protecting all the members of this endangered species from extinction, that they might still be here for our children. The areas they inhabit are either forest or jungle, which makes them particularly vulnerable to deforestation, especially as large herbivores. But the dangers of their extinction goes even further than just the loss of another unique species, the loss of the Tapir could in fact endanger the entire remaining forests. As part of their natural habits, they also serve to disperse seeds throughout the jungle, and are one of the oldest species found in these areas.

Many people are unaware of the Tapir as a species, meaning they are losing a special part of the world without ever knowing they exist. So unknown are these animals that those who visit Zoos that frequently mistake them for members of another species. This is even a problem in those areas where they live natively, so World Tapir Day was established to help raise world awareness of this species.



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Thank you Thursday



All too often in our lives we find ourselves in utterly thankless situations. We have dedicated our heart and soul to various projects and goals, only to find that, in the long run, these efforts are utterly pointless. Or so that’s what we’re led to believe by the level of gratitude we receive from others. Thank You Thursday is a great opportunity to start making positive change in this situation by recognizing those in your life who make things easier, those who love you, and those who just make your day better by tossing you a smile and a friendly hello.

History of Thank You Thursday

In situations from interpersonal to corporate, a show of gratitude can make a huge difference in the happiness and morale of those involved. Productivity can be improved by showing those who work for you that their efforts matter, simply by thanking them and showing them the full gratitude for all they’ve done. When it comes to interpersonal relationships, there’s a lot of hurt and misunderstanding that can be waived away with a simple “I’m thankful for you and all that you do.” Thank You Thursday was established to remind us that there’s always an opportunity to thank someone, and that gratitude can happen on any day, for any reason. This one’s for those who need the excuse and a reminder.

Originally inspired by the inspirational work of Jon Gordon, Thank You Thursday was established both to embrace the power of positivity, and to show the boost you can give to another life and how such a simple act can even improve the life of the one showing gratitude Jon Gordon is a motivational speaker who has published multiple books on how to improve attitudes, morale, and the end result of doing so. Fortune 500 companies like Campbell Soup and Wells Fargo and sports teams alike have benefitted from his lessons.

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April 27 Birthdays




Si Robertson - 69




Ulysses S. Grant - (1822 - 1885) (63)




Jack Klugman - (1922 - 2012) (90)




Ace Frehley - 65




Casey Kasem - (1932 - 2014) (82)




Samuel Morse - (1791 - 1872) (80)





April 27th

2009: Pearl Jam bassist Jeff Ament was mugged outside of the Southern Tracks Recording studio in Atlanta. Ament and an employee of the band were robbed by three men, which smashed the windows of a rented Jeep and got away with over $7,300 in goods and cash.

2006: Keith Richards suffered a brain hemorrhage after he fell out of a palm tree while on vacation in Fiji with his family. Richards later underwent cranial surgery in New Zealand which caused The Rolling Stones to postpone their European tour.

2003: Iggy Pop performed in concert with The Stooges for the first time in 29 years on the closing night of the 2003 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, CA.

2003: Former Talking Heads singer and guitarist David Byrne made a guest appearance on The Simpsons who helps Homer Simpsons produce & record a song.

1994: John Mellencamp and Elaine Irwin had their first child together when their son Hud was born. This was Mellencamp’s fourth child.

1981: Wings announced that they were splitting up due to Denny Laine leaving the band. Laurence Juber and Steve Holley already left in February.

1979: Black Sabbath fired Ozzy Osbourne as their singer due to internal friction within the band. They shortly hired Ronnie James Dio, formerly of Rainbow to be their new singer. Osbourne later reunited with Black Sabbath for one-off appearances in 1985 at Live Aid & in 1992 at his farewell concerts & toured with Black Sabbath occasionally in 1997-1999, 2001, 2004, 2005 & 2012.

1976: David Bowie was detained for hours on a train at the Russian/Polish border after leaving Moscow. Bowie was detained due to Polish customs officers who took exception to the Nazi books & mementoes found in his luggage. The books & mementoes were research material for a film on Joseph Goebbels.

1975: Pink Floyd performed the final night of a five night stand at the Los Angeles Sports Arena. During the run, 511 audience members were arrested for marijuana possession.



Birthdays:

Gordon Haskell - Bassist for King Crimson born in 1946

Peter Ham - Singer and guitarist for Badfinger born in 1947

Ace Frehley - Guitarist for Kiss born 1951