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April 27, 2026
Morse Code Day 2026
Telegraph Key     

When I was a child in the cub scouts back in Aragona Village at Virginia Beach Virginia I learned morse code symbology.

I was highly motivated in this endeavor and dare say the effort was totally wasted on a boy with no ambition but an inquisitive mind and proficient intellect.

Ideally this would have been placed into practice but all I did was learn the dots and dashes to a level of exhibition but I never attempted to exploit this skill in any manner of work place for my own benefit.

I dare say it was paramount to the dabbling in amateur radio for nothing I also pursued later in my life.

Today is Morse Code Day.

It is observed each April 27 — which corresponds to the birthday of Samuel Morse — who was born April 27, 1791 and was the co-inventor of the telegraph and the Morse code signaling system.

This day honors the historic communication method of dots and dashes, which paved the way for modern digital communication.
 

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April 26, 2026
National Kids and Pets Day 2026
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Kids love their pets.

There's even a day marking the relationship called National Kids and Pets Day which is observed each April 26 since 2005.

This day was founded by one Colleen Paige to promote that bond between children and animals while raising awareness for shelter pet adoption.

It focuses on teaching safety, responsible pet ownership, and the proper care of animals to children.

The day serves as a reminder that proper training and supervision for both kids and pets are the basis for lifelong, positive relationships between children and pets.

So happy National Kids and Pets Day and try not to become lunch.

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April 25, 2026
National Rebuilding Day 2026
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My mother recently rebuilt her home to accommodate her new lifestyle.

National Rebuilding Day is is observed on the last Saturday of April which will make it April 25, 2026 this year.

It is used to promote the repair of homes, revitalization of communities, and attempts to ensure residents can live safely and independently, often addressing issues like plumbing, electrical, and structural repairs.

It is considered the flagship event of National Rebuilding Month.

Thousands of volunteers nationwide come together to provide free, critical health and safety home repairs for low-income families, veterans, and older adults. You can participate by volunteering for local Rebuilding Together affiliates to assist with repairs, painting, and yard cleanup. There are cost effective and free services available toward this end.

Happy National Rebuilding Day.

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April 24, 2026
The Greeks invade Troy within Trojan Horse 1184 BC
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On this day in 1184 BC the Greeks entered then invaded Troy with the Trojan Horse and sacked the city.

The Trojan Horse was a massive hollow wooden horse designed and executed by Epeius and constructed by the Greeks as a fake "gift" or offering to the goddess Athena.

It was created to infiltrate the city of Troy after a 10 year siege and concealed elite Greek warriors, including Odysseus who masterminded the trick, Menelaus, and others who waited silently within awaiting the order to attack.

The Trojan Horse is widely considered a myth or literary invention and not a true historical event.

While the Trojan War was likely based on real, historical conflicts in the 12th through 13th century BC and Troy was a real city, the story of the, hollow, soldiers-filled wooden horse is not supported by evidence and likely represents a metaphorical siege engine or poetic invention.

So as such the event is primarily known from myths and the verbiage now describes a deception used to pass unnoticed through defenses.

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April 23, 2026
National Picnic Day 2026
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I don't go on many picnics anymore.

I recall a time in my childhood when it was once of my favorite past times.

Today is National Picnic Day.

It is observed annually on April 23 to encourage people to take a break, pack a meal, and enjoy the outdoors.

It's a reasonable excuse to embrace spring weather by visiting a park, beach, or having a backyard picnic with friends and family.

They often involving easy-to-eat foods like sandwiches, fruits, and snacks.

While April 23 is the primary U.S. National Picnic Day, International Picnic Day is held on June 18.

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April 22, 2026
Earth Day 2026
Earth Day is an international event observed each Aprill 22 since 1970 under the auspices of Senator Gaylord Nelson following a major oil spill involved in ree planting, cleanups, and educational campaigns. The day involves itself with environmental issues, such as pollution, climate change, and habitat loss, and to encourage actions that protect the planet's natural resources.

The observation is singularly responsible for creation of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

One may participate in planting trees, organizing community cleanups, reducing plastic waste, and promoting green energy the clean up of neighborhoods and parks, recycling, composting, saving water, using public transport, and allegedly reducing meat consumption — good luck with that.

Earth Day

As the unabashed carnivore I remain I do not foresee the diminishment of any red meat eating on my part. Sustainable energy has been adopted by the UN in their pursuit of world domination. It is central to Agenda 2030 which is simply the mechanism by which they confiscate your property and kill you if necessary to assume control of you and your entire country.
The green new deal is a common confidence game of the democrats and globalists toward that end.

Try not to be as stupid as those who think Greta Thunberg knows anything or that AOC is an intellectual when she is a mere mouthy dumbass bartender elected by idiot New Yorkers.

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April 21, 2026
Rome was founded in 753 BC
    Romulus, Remus, She Wolf
On this day in 753 BC Rome was founded.

According to legend, Rome was founded on April 21, 753 BC, by Romulus.

He became its first king after killing his twin brother, Remus, following a dispute over which hill upon which to build.

Palatine Hill was favored by Romulus and the Aventine Hill was favored by Remus.

Romulus founded the city on Palatine Hill, named it Rome, established the Senate, and created the first military units.

The twins were purportedly sons of Mars and abandoned at the Tiber River before being nursed by a she-wolf.

Romulus and Remus were grandsons of Numitor of Alba Longa.

They were ordered to be drowned but were spared and raised by a shepherd and his wife, Faustulus and Acca Larentia.

The traditional date of 753 B.C. was established by scholar Marcus Terentius Varro.

The story serves more as a foundational myth connecting Rome to divinity and noble ancestry than as literal historical fact.

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April 20, 2026
International Weed Day 2026
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Today is 4/20 making it International Weed Day.

This day celebrates and touts marijuana which remains largely illegal in the United States.

Far be it from me to buck the legality issues nor the health controversies surrounding "the weed with the roots in Hell" for I quit all recreational drugs some 30 years ago.

I remain fine with this decision and I'm okay if weed becomes legalized as well.

I guess I'm either very flexible or ambivalent.

I never missed the pot smoking from that first day I stopped partaking.

Happy International Weed Day.

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April 19, 2026
Premiere of The Simpsons in 1987
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On this day in 1987 The Simpsons created by Matt Groening first appeared as a series of animated shorts on The Tracey Ullman Show. These first efforts were typically less than a minute in length.

Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie would evolve into the highly polished iteration I watched for many years until I figured I was too old and mature to continue this childs play.

Who could guess that monster of entertainment they would ultimately become. The shorts were produced by Klasky Csupo and featured a much rougher, sketch-like animation style compared to the later, polished series.

These shorts ran for three seasons before being spun off into the half-hour series in 1989. The very first Simpsons short, was entitled "Good Night,"

And thusly the legend began ...

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April 18, 2026
World Heritage Day 2026
Fuck the UN

    
It is World Heritage Day, aka the International Day for Monuments and Sites was created in 1982 by the International Council on Monuments and Sites.

As is usual, the UN tries to step in and assume credit for any and all things even though they are an international coalition of third world foreigners out to rule and own your property and even take your life if they encounter difficulties confiscating everything you own.

They tout a vague definition they call "sustainability" as their rationale for killing everyone outside their purview and taking over their property via agenda 2030 and other subterfuge. Green areas hell. They want to bury you and assume ownership of your legacy.

The WHO is simply another arm of this insidious criminal organization who needs to vacate the United States while they still can. Someday we'll get a President strong enough to evict these degenerates immediately and confiscate that part of New York given to them by John D Rockefeller, Jr who had more money than sense. He donated the funds to purchase the land for the United Nations headquarters in New York City

World Heritage Day is observed annually on April 18 under the auspices of The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization which simply another mechanism by which they attempt to control the world.

The thrust is to define cultural identities worldwide so they will know exactly who they are taking over and how they may pillage that culture for their own gain.

The day was created to raise awareness about the importance of preserving cultural and historical sites worldwide.

The United Nations is death. They are third world criminals who wish to take charge of your affairs and own you.

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April 17, 2026
Blah Blah Blah Day 2026
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We use the word "blah" to refer to something boring or without apparent meaning.

It can also refer to a depressed state of mind. Mostly it means dull and unexciting. It is a substitute for words in actual contextual speech as a substitute for the tedious or lengthy reality.

Today is Blah Blah Blah Day. It occurs each April 17 and is supposed to be a lighthearted vehicle to inspire people to finally listen to nagging advice from friends or family.

It may also be utilized as impetus to stop procrastinating on their New Years resolutions.

The day intends to get you to stop making excuses and follow through on promises or tasks you've upon which you may have been procrastinating. It attempts to declassify tasks that have been ignored as meaningless noise in your existence.

So this is the day cut through the noise and start acting on the advice or goals you've been pushing aside for however long you may have been doing so.

Happy Blah Blah Blah Day. In a pinch yada yada yada will suffice.

International Yada Yada Yada Day 2024

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April 16, 2026
World Semicolon Day 2026
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Today is World Semicolon Day.

It is observed annually each April 16.

The symbology of the semicolon in this observance is somewhat obtuse for we who are functionally illiterate ...

As so many of the recent indoctrinations of the woke public education under the biden idiocracy system are.

The editing character symbolizes mental health awareness day focused on suicide prevention, addiction recovery, and self-injury support.

The day recognizes suicide survivors and raises awareness and support for those suffering with mental health from beneath their crayola red, green, and blue colored hair.

The semicolon (;) itself serves as a symbol of hope.

It represents a sentence an author could have ended but chose not to do so.

A signification of that decision to continue living.

The day serves as a call to action to reduce the stigma around mental health, promote open conversations, and encourage seeking help.

I suppose the mental image we should project is "you are not alone".
 

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April 15, 2026
Tax Day in the United States 2026
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Yes, I was daddy's little tax deduction.

I was born the day before tax day.

I always wondered just how much timing went into all that.

Today is Tax Day in the United States for the 2025 tax year.

April 15, 2026.

On this day, individuals must file their federal income tax returns or request an extension, and pay any taxes owed to avoid penalties.

The deadline applies to both federal and most state taxes, with extensions available until October 15, 2026.

This date is specific to the Federal government only.

Your state government — as South Carolina has — may have extended the deadline independently of the federal deadline.

The IRS speaks of specific items to remember on Tax Day:

  • Filing Deadline: April 15, 2026, is the deadline to file or request an extension using Form 4868.
  • Payment Deadline: If you owe taxes, payment is due by April 15, 2026, even if you file an extension.
  • Extension: Filing a request for an extension gives you until October 15, 2026, to file your return, but you must still estimate and pay what you owe by April 15.
  • Postmark Rule: If mailing, your return is considered on time if it is postmarked on or before April 15.
  •  Estimated Tax: The first quarterly estimated tax payment for 2026 is also due on April 15, 2026.
For many people, the tax deadline is crucial for maximizing refunds and ensuring compliance with tax laws, and it's always recommended to check for any specific state-level deadline updates.

Happy Tax Day to us !

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April 14, 2026
Happy Birthday Dave 2026
birthday cupcake 71 years for Dave


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