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- February 10, 2026
- National Umbrella Day 2026
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Yeah I was once quite the toter of fine umbrellas.
I have owned a steady progression of Gustbusters and Davek models and I certainly prefer the fine tuned mechanics of the Davek over the others. However, the Gustbuster was my first really significant umbrella and holds a special place in my heart on rainy days ...
I likewise prefer a solid black umbrella over one of the various other colors and or combinations of them available. I dunno the plain black just spoke to me in the pouring deluge.
Today is National Umbrella Day.
It is observed each year on February 10 to take note of that protector of the populace from the weather — the umbrella.
The umbrella will go a long way toward keeping you dry when the precipitation surrounds you. I highly recommend having one around for those days when inclement weather might get the best of you.
All too often I have found myself without an umbrella and being pelted by large cold rain drops in the wind.
Verily I say unto you: go out now with adequate protection — particularly if the condition of your garments matters for public engagements.
Also, a Gustbuster makes a wonderful impromptu gift for that lady friend of yours with the young children huddled around her in the rain. I recall the compliments I received after handing off my Gustbuster to a friend with children in tow. My friend told me she and her kiddies were able to cross the city streets without getting wet at all in the hard cold pouring rain.
It doesn't hurt to attempt being nice every now and then.
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- February 9, 2026
- National Clean Out Your Computer Day 2026
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At first glance you may have visions of merry maids coming by with soap and water to scrub your machine.
Suffice it to say that the "clean out" being mentioned here is a clearing of old obsolete items of data, cache, updates, temporary work files ...
You know, all those thing which were once in vogue with the operations of the machine but are required no longer. Then there is an optimization procedure which includes defragmentation and consolidation of the existing relevant information.
Today is National Clean Out Your Computer Day.
It goes down each second Monday of February making it February 9, 2026 this year and it is simply a reminder that you should digitally declutter, organize files, update software, and clean the physical hardware for better performance and security, tackling everything from old files to dust buildup.
It's a day to give your devices the "TLC" they need to run efficiently, much like cleaning a physical workspace. Actually, I view it more as SOP than TLC. The whole nature of TLC implies an emotional component I cannot visualize in a machine.
So boost that performance, enhance your security, improve your productivity during this time of National Clean Out Your Computer Day.
Out with the old and unnecessary. In with the new and updated.
Happy National Clean Out Your Computer Day.
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- February 8, 2026
- A moment to remember Anna Nicole
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There was a woman named Anna Nicole Smith who was born with a pretty face and insufficient intellect to survive the modern treachery of would be lovers out for her fundage and the tragedy which was her children subjected to her decisions as they applied for both herself and them.
She was hanging out with an attorney named Howard K Stern who would assume control of her and ultimately led her astray whereby she passed from combined drug intoxications in Hollywood, Florida on February 8, 2007. She had not attained the age of 40.
Born Vickie Lynn Hogan on November 28, 1967 in Houston, Texas, she assumed several different names over the years such as Vickie Lynn Smith, Vickie Lynn Marshall and Nikki Hart in her pursuit of matrimony and success. She worked as a model, actress, TV personality, and IMHO gold digger in pursuit of that elusive happiness she never obtained.
She bore two children, appeared as a Playboy centerfold, was declared Playboy Playmate of the Year in 1993, and became involved with Mr Stern to a large degree — to the point that he was listed as the father on her daughter Dannielynn's birth certificate. Subsequent DNA testing proved that photographer Larry Birkhead was the biological father. This in and of itself is indicative of where she was intellectually toward the end of her life.
I have great sympathy for Anna Nicole because all in all the her story remains largely a tragedy beyond boundaries and I only hope she has found that peace and fame she always sought in life. I think she deserved better than she ever received.
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- February 7, 2026
- National Send a Card to a Friend Day 2026
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Hello dere ...
Today is National Send a Card to a Friend Day.
It theorizes that strengthening friendships with handwritten notes, cards, and so forth through the mail is both possible and desirable.
Why be that sameole ecard freak so many of my friends pursue with vigor.
The day goes down each February 7 in the name of quaint alternatives to digital communication with what is hopefully construed as a thoughtful physical connection between two people.
I am one to make my cards — ecard or not — and include some thought or memory.
Thank you cards are a biggie in this genre.
It is hoped that this manner of communication will boost those connections and combat that perception of impersonality sometimes accompanying electronic media.
So I think your ass should get out there and send a card that includes snail mail postage and paper !
Happy National Send a Card to a Friend Day.
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- February 6, 2026
- National Chopsticks Day 2026
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It is I the chopsticks virtuoso of the South.
Yes, I have feasted at Inakaya Watanabe at Saint Andrews and Jamil Road so many times that I am a pro wielding the chopsticks as I expertly navigate my plate of sushi, sashimi, and various other delicacies to my gaping maw.
Today is National Chopsticks Day.
It is observed each year on February 6th in honor of these ancient, versatile, and eco-friendly eating utensils used by a large portion those on the planet.
They originate around 1200 BC in China and have evolved from cooking implements to dining essentials.
This day is all about using chopsticks for Asian cuisine and appreciating their cultural significance.
I maintain a lacquered pair for my personal use and typically use those provided by the host at dining events.
召し上がれ
Meshiagare
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International Sushi Day 2024
National Chopsticks Day 2024
International Sushi Day 2022
Culinarians Day 2021
Things I won't Eat
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- February 5, 2026
- National Shower with a Friend Day 2026
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I only have taken a shower with a friend once during the course of my lifetime.
It was this one time mistake of judgment whereby all of a sudden I was sought after as "husband material" and it really became this pushy rather uncomfortable "confrontational" type of interaction. In the end, she wanted depth and soul sharing with goo goo ga ga all over the place — and I just wanted her to go away.
Needless to say I have declined further showering with those ladies in my life due to memories of this experience.
Today is National Shower with a Friend Day.
It is observed each February 5 annually and is a marketing holiday by New Wave Enviro to promote the use of shower filters.
The holiday was registered in 2014 by a Colorado based manufacturing concern that produces shower filters.
It is a euphemism referencing the showering with a "friend" — which in this instance is a shower head filter designed to reduce chlorine exposure during the cold winter months.
So if you're into shower filtration this day is for you. I suppose if you like company in the shower it is as well. Good luck with this from whatever your perspective.
Happy National Shower with a Friend Day.
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- February 4, 2026
- Happy Birthday Al Cooper 2026
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Alice Cooper is the stage name of Vincent Damon Furnier.
He was born February 4, 1948 in Detroit, Michigan.
He is an American singer, songwriter, and musician and has worked in a theatrical style of heavy metal utilizing props and illusions.
Al is is known for the character of his voice and those shock rock performances that combine horror dramatics with a raw sound for which he has become famous.
I have also seen him dress down and set a rude front row audience member straight in no uncertain terms.
His shows have evolved over the years and he is still quite the character both up close and from afar.
My favorite songs of his are Only Women Bleed and Schools Out.
He is a perennial favorite of mine because he continually forges new frontiers and I always take the time to hear his work.
Today is his birthday. Happy birthday to you !
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- February 3, 2026
- Nobody's Birthday 2026
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Today is said to be "nobody's birthday".
The gist of this is that supposedly no one in history has ever been born on this day. Therefore it has been referred to as "the empty day" or "nobody's birthday".
February 3 is the 34th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. Since 2026 is not a leap year 331 days remain until year's end.
Born on February 3, 1956 Nathan Lane says that when he told his mother at age 21 that he was gay, she said, "I'd rather you were dead."
Alas, Nathan Lane who is one of my favorite actors otherwise is a libtard of the democrat persuasion. Just what would you expect from an openly gay person anyway? He lives in Manhattan with his fag partner "husband" who is a theater producer and writer.
He replied, "I knew you'd understand."
So while I have certainly enjoyed his work and could really care less about is sexuality — I now understand how his performances as Albert and Starina in The Bird Cage were so "spot on" ...
Swish !
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- February 2, 2026
- Rudeness Thy Name is T-Mobile Fiber
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So I had a couple of false starts with T-Mobile Fiber recently.
Now look, while I remain open to new technologies, when their people go out of their way to be the rudest employees of any company on the planet I lose interest quickly. They have sent their people unannounced and without an appointment to try and sell me on their products.
While I understand that they just ran their fiber leg on my street their tactics are by and large unacceptable and they have lost my business because I have low tolerance for rude behavior in anyone, man, woman, corporate entity or their representatives.
I will never understand the rude nature of companies which think they have something new to offer when in actuality what is in place is quite adequate.
I was getting along just fine before they ever arrived unannounced at my door.
Their "too good to be true" offer simply landed on ears which were more deaf than not.
When you leave me wanting to throttle your representatives your efforts are wasted by and large.
Stop your rude behavior and get a handle on that "business customer" orientation you totally lack.
Maybe tomorrow ...
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- February 1, 2026
- Attack of the Dead HDTV
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I was napping today and noticed my began television freaking out.
It turned off of it's own accord. I turned it back on. It ran for less than a minute and turned off again.
I got up and troubleshot only to find no apparent discrepancies of setup.
I gave it another fifteen minutes of attempting to get it to return functionality to no avail.
So ... I ended up buying a new teevee. Isn't ecommerce wonderful?
My stop gap measure was to take my step father's old Dell monitor and attach it to the Roku via an HDMI port then tie in my trusty bluetooth speakers which have sat unused for several years now.
This resulted in a functional tiny screen boom box which is without the broadcast channels — but which will suffice just fine until I get the new dumb HD television set up.
You can't always get what you want so sometimes you have to make do in circumstances beyond your control.
Yawn !
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- January 31, 2026
- National Backwards Day 2026
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Today is National Backwards Day.
It is observed each January 31st annually.
It is more of a whimsical invocation of fun ...
I have had episodes whereby I did things unconventionally.
This is a function of that which I observed viz a viz what I know teched with that which I feel.
It wasn't always something I deemed as "correct" but more so something with which to experiment and pursue from an esthetic perspective.
The day beckons you to do things either in reverse or unconventionally.
I'm all for whimsey but I don't believe I'll be using the back door — nor taking any rides up the dirt road.
Have a nice day.
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- January 30, 2026
- Diabetic Foot Care
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I tend to my feet in accordance with what I have been told regarding diabetes and foot care. I have a professional deal with it and she does a thorough job and leaves me feeling glad that I went to her.
This matter of effective diabetic foot care involves checks for cuts, sores, or redness; washing feet in lukewarm water and drying thoroughly (especially between toes); moisturizing the tops and bottoms but not between toes; trimming nails straight across; wearing well-fitting shoes and moisture-wicking socks; never walking barefoot; and regular medical inspections because diabetes can cause nerve damage and poor circulation, increasing risks for serious complications.
I don't indulge much of a daily foot care routine on my own. I do hit the old clunkers with a frequent washing then a good moisturizer and go about looking for obvious problems, but that's about it.
The real foot care gets done by Tina at Mrs Goodfoot. She occasionally gets on to me regarding my failure to wear shoes or some other effective foot covering and indeed, at my this appointment she had to inspect where I jammed my toes into the wooden bedframe in my sleeping quarters sometime during the middle of the night on my way to the bathroom.
I wear well fitting orthopedic footwear to try and fill in those blanks of lax care on my part.
I do not use hot water to bathe my feet. Nor do I perform procedural repairs on them as well. I try not go around barefoot but find I have had a problem with that of late. All of the products I use are soothing and exclude strong soaps and medicated implementations.
I don't smoke. I did some 40 years ago but gave it all up as a lost cause. I am told this is likely why I don't have a list of serious issues with my feet and other aspects of my health. My daddy and my dearest friend both passed from the effects of a lifetime of smoking cigarettes.
I have yet to notice bruising or any discoloration aside from the hemosiderin staining which comes and goes. I try to take my cues from Tina because I feel she really goes out of her way to do a good job for me and I am very happy with her work.
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- January 29, 2026
- Daddy's Birthday in Heaven 2026
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Today is my dad's birthday.
He passed on December 4, 2001 and went down very hard.
My dad was a straight shooting no nonsense kind of guy who didn't put a lot of store in practical jokes or the trivial drivel of gossip.
After his protracted and failed treatment we have been without him a very long time now.
His passing was the most difficult episode in my life.
He was a Master Chief Nuke Machinist Mate and mechanical supervisor at Westinghouse NFD in his retirement from the Navy.
He was born January 29, 1932 and died from the sequela of smoking.
Rest in peace Daddy.
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- January 28, 2026
- Data Privacy Day 2026
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I have had to involve myself with more security than I might like to otherwise. Maintaining an internet node comes with a wide selection of people out to exploit your defenses to gain access to anything and everything you might have on a server in the public domain.
Toward this end, I have implemented a very involved set of convoluted access criteria anyone attempting to gain access to or utilize my protected resources must meet.
One false move toward unauthorized access and you are firewalled automatically. I hate to go to these extremes but there are so many out there on the public domain without any sense of human decency who feel what's theirs is theirs and what's mine is theirs — so I simply take a proactive unforgiving bent regarding security violations of any type.
Today is Data Privacy Day.
This is an international event that occurs every year on January 28th.
The purpose of Data Privacy Day is raising awareness and promoting privacy as well as data protection best practices.
It is currently observed in the United States, Canada, Qatar, Nigeria, Israel and 47 European countries.
While you are welcome to a lot of my stuff there is a certain set belonging to others which you may not access and the consequences for attempting are permanent and severe. It's not what I "want" but something I "require". You can't have just any old thing you want from me if I find myself charged with protecting it from you.
Happy Data Privacy Day.
See Also:
Data Privacy Day 2024
Data Privacy Day 2021
Data Privacy Day 2020
Data Privacy Day
The Data Broker's Bitch
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