A Gratitude Activity
Any of you who have known Two Chums for a while know that one of our favorite subjects is the subject of gratitude. Certainly, we feel, the more gratitude, the richer the life.
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Nov 18
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Celebrating LOVE!
Under normal circumstances, or should we say “traditional” circumstances, the man is the one to ask the lady for her hand in marriage. BUT in this case, because of who she was,
Read moreNov 11
Poppy Day / Veterans Day
If you’re a fan of the royal family, you’ve probably seen its members wear red paper flowers from time to time. But that floral pin is more than just a fashion statement—it’s steeped in significance.
Read moreNov 7
Had To RePost!
We saw this and just had to share it with you! What a wonderful command for the beginning of each day!
Read moreNov 4
Did You Know?
We ran across these fun facts on History.com about the Empire State Building and thought you would enjoy knowing them!
Read moreOct 31
Be Sure To Have A Carved Pumpkin On Your Porch!
Have you ever wondered why we carve pumpkins?
Read moreOct 30
Oct 29
Wreath Season Is Upon Us!
It is hard to believe, but the season when most homes have a wreath on their door is upon us. Starting with Halloween wreaths, then Tahnksgiving wreaths, and then that wreath for Christmas or Hannukah!
Read moreOct 22
A Tuesday Chuckle!
Yes, we know we usually do these “Chuckles” on Monday but this week, we changed it around. Sometimes, a change is all you need!
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Oct 2
Why, oh Why, is the Sky Blue?
We found this really interesting so thought we would share it.
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Sep 11
An Amazing Story
Here is an amazing story from a flight attendant on Delta Flight 15, written following 9-11.
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Aug 28
Perspective
It is really amazing what different perspectives can present to the human eye!
Read moreAug 27
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Aug 13
Keep Your Sense Of Humor
If you either have a toddler, or know one, who will understand this father’s experience.
Read moreAug 9
Wise Words
No matter what your religion, gender, age, or political affiliation these are words and ideas that should resonate with all of us.
Read moreAug 7
Aug 5
Uplift Monday
Sometimes we start the week off with a funny but this week we thought we would start it off with uplifting thoughts.
Read moreAug 1
Oh, Those Amazing Bees!
Yes! Honey is yummy and we would not have it if it were not for those bees! These little creatures are full of goodness! Here are some fun facts about them.
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Jul 1
A Chuckle For Monday
Again we have some words to start your week with a chuckle…one for each day of the week actually. And what could be better than a good laugh? Read more
Jun 27
Jun 25
At All Times, Dare To Be!
Listen to these wonderful, instructive words from Steve Maraboli: Read more
Jun 24
Words Of Wisdom
Sometimes we start our week off with something funny. Today we want to start the week with a good word for all of us to remember. Read more
Jun 11
A belated Happy Birthday to Prince Philip!
Yesterday marked the 98th birthday for HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Read more
Jun 10
The Lightbulb Goes On!
On this day in 1752, Benjamin Franklin flew a kite during a thunderstorm and collects ambient electrical charge in a Leyden jar, which enabled him to demonstrate the connection between lightning and electricity. Read more
Jun 6
D-Day 1944 – We Must Always Remember
Image by © Adam Woolfitt/CORBIS
6th of June, 1944. For many, this date is just a day that is part of WWII history studied in high school. But that would be a mistake. Read more
Jun 4
FOMO or JOMO?
Gosh, can you tell from the title of this note what on earth your Two Chums are talking about? Read more
May 27
Memorial Day
For every flag you see today, no matter what your political beliefs may be, remember those who died for you to have those beliefs and express them openly. Read more
May 21
Well Done Clara Barton!
On this day in 1891, i n Washington, D.C., humanitarians Clara Barton and Adolphus Solomons found the American National Red Cross, an organization established to provide humanitarian aid to victims of wars and natural disasters in congruence with the International Red Cross. Read more
May 20
Monday Chuckles
Oh yes. Carrying on with the Mothers’ Day theme, this is a great cartoon for all of you mothers out there! Read more
May 15
Favorite Finds – Gifts for the BRIDE!
It is hard to believe but we are gearing up to what is traditionally known as “wedding season”! Here are some fun little gifts for the bride. Read more
May 14
Celebrating Doris Mary Ann Kappelhoff!
You might not recognize this name but we can guarantee that you will recognize the person! Read more
May 13
A Monday Chuckle
It’s Monday again and time to start the week with a little giggle. Seeing as yesterday was Mother’s Day, this story about giving birth seemed appropriate 🙂 Read more
May 13
Well Done Raptors!
Kawhi Leonard of the Toronto Raptors
We don’t usually comment on sports events but one took place yesterday that was truly noteworthy! Read more
May 10
Mothers
We came across these quotes regarding mothers and wanted to share them with you, our chums. Today, May 10th is always Mother’s Day in Mexico, and as Mother’s Day here in the U.S. approaches this Sunday, you just might find one of these a springboard for that note you’ve been meaning to write to your mother, grandmother, aunt or any mother figure in your life. our note would be by far the best gift of all. Read more
May 9
Introducing…
Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor! Read more
May 6
A Belated Happy Birthday to Audrey!
On Saturday, Audrey, if she were still with us, would have turned 90. To mark this birthday, Liz Mitchell of Yahoo re-printed an excerpt from a letter which Audrey’s long time love, Robert Wolders wrote in 2013. Read more
May 3
May 2
Yes! The World Needs It!
Today is the National Day of Prayer and it might surprise our readers to hear that, according to Wikipedia, the National Day of Prayer shares common roots with the celebration of Thanksgiving. Read more
May 1
No Royal Baby Yet But Look How Royals Gave Birth In Times Gone By
On November 1, 1661, Queen Marie-Therese, the shy, retiring Spanish wife of King Louis XIV of France, went into labor. Read more
Apr 30
Well Done – Advice For My Daughter
We found these wonderful words on AdviceForMyDaughter.com and know that you, our chums, will appreciate them as much as we do. Read more
Apr 29
A Good Laugh
Let’s start the week with a chuckle… Read more
Apr 26
A Good Word – Turn The Page
This weekend might just be the right time to turn the page…. Read more
Apr 22
A Monday Giggle
As has been our practice on Mondays for the past few weeks, we have something humorous to start off the week. Given that we are coming off of two of the holiest of religious holidays, Passover and Easter, we thought you might enjoy a little “religious” humor:-) Read more
Apr 19
A Holy Day – A Good Word
In the Judeo-Christian calendar today is a holy day. For Jews this evening marks the beginning of Passover, Read more
Apr 17
Prayers Going Up!
Drawing by Albrecht Dürer
Yes! Your Two Chums are certainly offering prayers for Notre Dame and Paris in general.
According to USA Today, “More than $700 million in committed donations poured in Tuesday to rebuild the damaged portions of the cathedral with major help from some of the richest families in France.
It came amid a sigh of relief after fears that the building might burn to the ground were assuaged and many historic artifacts, initially assumed to be destroyed, were found salvaged.
French President Emmanuel Macron, in a televised address to the nation Tuesday evening, made a call to unity and to set aside political differences in the coming days to work to rebuild the cathedral.
Throughout French history, he said, towns, forts and churches have burned from revolutions, wars or mankind, “and each time we have rebuilt.”
“We are rebuilders,” he said. “There’s a great deal to be rebuilt. And we will make the cathedral of Notre Dame even more beautiful. We can do this and we will mobilize everybody.
“I share your sorrow and I also share your hope. Now we have something to do. We will act and react. And we will succeed.”
Here are some very interesting facts about the amazing structure. Read more
Apr 16
Apr 15
A Monday Chuckle
We have regularly been sharing a funny story with you when we come across them, to start out the week with laughter. This one speaks for itself 🙂 Read more
Apr 9
Well Done – John Wooden
John Wooden is a household name in southern California. He was a famous basketball coach at UCLA. Nicknamed the “Wizard of Westwood,” he won ten (we repeat TEN) NCAA national championships in a 12-year period as head coach at UCLA, including a record seven in a row. No other team has won more than four! He lived an abundant and humble life and was known for his morality and for his integrity. He shared this: Read more
Apr 8
You Think Blondes Are Dumb?
We always love to share a giggle on a Monday …so here you are. Read more
Apr 3
Words of Wisdom
Certainly, these words from Nelson Mandela can help us all, in some way or another, in our daily walk.. Read more
Apr 1
April Fools -Wise Words
It may be April 1 or April Fools Day, but we have some very wise words to offer to you today. Read more
Mar 27
When The Royal News Does Come…
When the Duchess of Sussex does give birth to her first baby (and we believe it will be very soon), these are some of the things Royals have traditionally stuck with: Read more
Mar 25
Mar 21
Spring Into It!
There has been much talk lately about the Kondo cleaning out with joy method and, certainly, we feel strongly that there is a lot to be said for it. Read more
Mar 18
A Day Late – We Found This Very Interesting
Sorry to be a day late with this but did want to share it with you. Read more
Mar 13
Trash/Treasure
As the saying goes “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” Today’s post is truly about a “feel good” story that involves one man selling his “trash” and later learning that what was essentially worth very little to him turned out to be a real treasure to another man. Read more
Mar 12
Mar 11
Mental Fasting
Many people fast for Lent. We are a little behind the band wagon as Lent started last Wednesday but it is NEVER too late to start this fast! Read more
Mar 6
Perspective
Oh boy, we saw this on Facebook and it totally spoke to us. We hope it does the same for you. Read more
Mar 5
“Spend A Penny”
For those of you who have been watching “Victoria” on Masterpiece, you will have seen that Prince Albert put together a “Great Exhibition” showcasing “the wonders of industry and manufacturing from around the world”. Read more
Mar 1
Words To Live By-On Friendship
Sometimes we need an encouragement or the inspiration to do something we’ve been meaning to do anyway. These kinds of “pearls” are what we think of as “words to live by”. Read more
Feb 27
The Green Book
You probably recognize the title of our Post from the Oscars….a movie entitled “Green Book” was the overall winner and, yes, it was a wonderful film – a true story. Read more
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Well Done, Lewis Miller!
Lewis Miller is a floral designer in New York City who surprises people by putting his beautiful creations in unexpected places! Read more
Feb 8
Feb 7
Teddies, You Say?
On Tuesday, Yahoo Lifestyle reported that Prince Charles and his wife, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, visited the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom in Parliament Square to celebrate its 10th anniversary. But the political milestone wasn’t all there was to get excited about. Read more
Jan 29
Ooooo, Tell Me More!
For those of you who have been watching “Victoria”, you have seen Osborne House on the Isle of Wight. For those of you who have not been watching “Victoria, Osborne House is the country getaway which Prince Albert, Victoria’s love and husband, designed. Read more
Jan 24
A Fun Idea
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching (although hard to believe), here is a fun idea: Read more
Jan 21
Remembering Martin Luther King Jr.
Yes, today, we remember a noble gentleman – a peaceful man who made a difference. Read more
Jan 18
Jan 16
Famous Twins – Whether You Knew It Or Not!
This really is one of those amazing life stories. Identical twins, whom their parents named the exact same names but in different order, were born on July 4, 1918 in Iowa. You may not recognize them by their birth names but read on as we are SURE you will recognize them by the end of the article.
Jan 14
Women Needed
As you know, your Two Chums love history and especially love the website History.com. This story about how women were “needed” in Jamestown in 1619 piqued our interest. Read more
Jan 7
Jan 4
She’s Back!
If like millions of children over the past 45 years, you have been introduced to Mary Poppins in the 1964 film, she has no doubt found a special place in your heart. After all, “It’s jolly holiday with Mary.” and she taught you along with Jane and Michael Banks, that “A spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down, in a most delightful way.” Read more
Jan 3
Marcel Marceau, We Herald You!
A little-known name, Marcel Marceau (photo above circa 1950), has touched our hearts. Read more
