Ludicrous Latin: Observare theatrum!
Monday, August 28, 2023
Go take in a show!
The Globe Theatre, London
GO THERE!
Monday, August 28, 2023
It’s not the cheapest adventure in the world, but if you have ever wanted to enjoy your lunch with the fishes, Ithaa, an underwater restaurant at the Hilton in Maldives, can make your dream a reality.
History Schmistory: August 28. Go get ’em Tommy!
Monday, August 28, 2023
1830: Peter Cooper introduces Tom Thumb, the first American steam-powered locomotive, by racing it against a horse-drawn carriage. Horse claims he wasn’t ready and calls for a do-over.
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Deadword of the Day: Olfact
Monday, August 28, 2023
Olfact: To smell things all the time
As in: Sure, I like to olfact. what’s it to you?
History Schmistory: August 27. Give peace a chance.
Sunday, August 27, 2023
1928: The Kellogg-Briand Pact, also known as the World Peace Act, is signed by 15 countries including the US, UK, Italy, Germany, and Japan. Must have been a few loopholes I guess.
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Deadword of the Day: Errorist
Saturday, August 26, 2023
Errorist: One who errs. A proliferator of error.
As in: Major League Baseball has had its share of errorist attacks.
History Schmistory: August 26. Well, let him out!
Saturday, August 26, 2023
1819: Britain’s Prince Albert is born. Doctor uses can opener.
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Caffe Rivoire, Firenze: Tales of Tourists Walking Around Aimlessly
Friday, August 25, 2023
Deadword of the Day: Monsterful
Friday, August 25, 2023
Monsterful: Wonderful, delightful
As in: Oh the monstrosity of these monsterful monsters!
GO THERE! Cave tubing, anyone?
Friday, August 25, 2023
Belize has a lot of caves, many of which were inhabited by the ancient Mayan civilization and are full of artifacts. Some of them you can float through on a tube!
