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Today in History

infodrop — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:31:10 +0000

February 4th

1789 – George Washington is unanimously elected as the first President of the United States by the U.S. Electoral College.

1859 – The Codex Sinaiticus is discovered in Egypt.

1957 – The first nuclear-powered submarine, the USS Nautilus (SSN-571), logs its 60,000th nautical mile, matching the endurance of the fictional Nautilus described in Jules Verne’s novel “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea”.

2004 – Facebook, a mainstream online social network is founded by Mark Zuckerberg.

For a complete list of events that occurred on this date: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/February_4

Picture of the day

infodrop — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:25:45 +0000

For today’s picture of the day, I am pleased to present Windsor Castle.

The Windsor Castle is the largest inhabited castle in the world. It dates back to the time of William the Conqueror, and is the oldest castle in continuous occupation.

Word of the Day

infodrop — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:18:49 +0000

Dubiety

-Meaning the condition or quality of being doubtful; also, a matter of doubt.

http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/dubiety

Crafter Extraordinaire: Trifly Design

infodrop — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 18:57:23 +0000

I am pleased to present today’s featured crafter: Trifly Design.

Trifly Design is operated out of Ottawa, Canada by a woman named Jennifer. One of Jennifer’s specialties is crafting tea cozy’s. Her tea cozy’s are fun, whimsical objects that are bright and colorful, and add a spoonful of sugary sweetness to every teapot.

To look at Jennifer’s other crafts and to purchase these adorable tea cozy’s: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5422494

Featured Artist: Seve vs. Evan

infodrop — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 18:28:20 +0000

Today’s featured artist is a duo hailing from Utah named Seve vs. Evan. Consisting of mainly a keyboard and drums, their songs sound like sweet awesome with some kitschy verses thrown into the mix. Today’s video features their song ‘Destination Tokyo’ which was featured in a Burton Snowboarding clip.

Another song of their’s that I very much like is called ‘Lady Lady’ which can be heard at the following site, along with the option to purchase their debut album (Steam Powered Rocket Ship): myspace.com/sevevsevan

To play their online video game which features tracks of their tunes in the background: www.sevevsevan.net

Person of the Week: Lillian Gish

infodrop — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 17:59:40 +0000

For this week’s person of the week, I am pleased to present Lillian Gish.

A portrait of Lillian Gish from 1921. Gish was one of the first female movie stars, called "The First Lady of the Silent Screen", starting in 1912 and continuing to appear in films until 1987. The American Film Institute named Gish 17th among the greatest female stars of all time and awarded her a Life Achievement Award, making her the only recipient who was a major figure in the silent era.

Today in History

infodrop — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 17:49:07 +0000

February 3

1690 – The colony of Massachusetts issues the first paper money in America.

1870 – The Fifteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution is ratified, granting voting rights to citizens regardless of race.

1913 – The Sixteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution is ratified, authorizing the Federal government to impose and collect an income tax.

1959 – A plane crash near Clear Lake, Iowa kills Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, The Big Bopper, and pilot Roger Peterson and the incident becomes known as The Day the Music Died.

For a complete list of events that took place on this date: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/February_3

Picture of the Day

infodrop — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 17:40:38 +0000

For today’s picture of the day, I am pleased to present the Plum.

The plum is a stone-fruit tree in the genus Prunus. Its fruit is sweet, juicy and edible, and it can be eaten fresh, or dried, in which case they are known as prunes. The plum blossom, along with the peony, are considered traditional floral emblems of China.

Word of the day

infodrop — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 17:13:58 +0000

Bewitch
- Meaning to affect by magic; to cast a spell over; to enchant.

http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/bewitch

Crafter Extraordinaire: Barking Bird Art

infodrop — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 20:27:38 +0000

Today’s featured crafter falls more into the realm of Arts and Crafts rather than strictly crafts. Nonetheless, I am pleased to present today’s featured ‘crafter’ Barking Bird Art.

Barking Bird Art is made by a woman named Rebecca who lives in Portland, Oregon ‘with a baby, a teenager, a husband, two nice cats and a REALLY stubborn dog’. Her illustrations are fab and simple, and never lack in cuteness.

More information on Barking Bird Art and to buy Limited Edition Prints: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5406479

Mice in a small canoe

Hippo in the rain

Star gazing turtle

Bird spinning vinyl

Teddy bear is my oldest friend

Birds on a road trip

Canoodling owls

Bird dressed as superhero