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I think I'm missing a hug. Hmmmm🤔 wonder where that one went!🐶🤣

September 7th: National Grateful Patient Day, National New Hampshire Day, National Beer Lover’s Day, National Neither Snow Nor Rain Day, National Grandma Moses Day, National Acorn Squash Day, National Salami Day, National Food Bank Day, and National Lazy Mom’s Day.

National Grateful Patient Day on provides an opportunity to show appreciation for the hard working professionals in the medical industry as well as the families/caregivers of anyone receiving life-giving medical care. It also honors the indomitable spirit of these courageous patients who are grateful to be alive.

New Hampshire was founded by Nicholas Gilman and is the 5th smallest by land area and the 10th least populous of the 50 states. Concord is the state capital, while Manchester is the largest city in the state. Its license plates carry the state motto, "Live Free or Die". The state's nickname, "The Granite State", refers to its extensive granite formations and quarries. The states living insignia are as follow: Amphibian: Red-spotted newt, Bird: Purple finch, Butterfly: Karner Blue, Dog breed: Chinook, Fish: Freshwater: Brook trout, and Saltwater: Striped bass, Flower: Purple lilac, Insect: Ladybug, Mammal: White-tailed deer, Tree: White birch. New Hampshire was one of the thirteen colonies that rebelled against British rule during the American Revolution. The only battle fought in New Hampshire was the raid on Fort William and Mary, December 14, 1774, in Portsmouth Harbor, which netted the rebellion sizable quantities of gunpowder, small arms and cannon. In January 1776, it became the first of the British North American colonies to establish a government independent of the Kingdom of Great Britain's authority, and it was the first to establish its own state constitution. Six months later, it became one of the original 13 states that founded the United States of America, and in June 1788 it was the ninth state to ratify the Constitution, bringing that document into effect. The United States Constitution was ratified by New Hampshire on June 21, 1788, when New Hampshire became the ninth state to do so. Starting in 1952, New Hampshire gained national and international attention for its presidential primary held early in every presidential election year. The New Hampshire primary is the first primary in the U.S. presidential election cycle. The White Mountains range in New Hampshire spans the north-central portion of the state, with Mount Washington the tallest in the northeastern U.S. Major rivers include the 110-mile (177 km) Merrimack River, which bisects the lower half of the state north–south and ends up in Newburyport, Massachusetts. The largest of New Hampshire's lakes is Lake Winnipesaukee, which covers 71 square miles (184 km2) in the east-central part of New Hampshire, and it has the shortest ocean coastline of any state in the United States, approximately 18 miles (29 km) long. Hampton Beach is a popular local summer destination in New Hampshire. About 7 miles (11 km) offshore are the Isles of Shoals, nine small islands (four of which are in New Hampshire) known as the site of a 19th-century art colony founded by poet Celia Thaxter, and the alleged location of one of the buried treasures of the pirate Blackbeard. And one more fact I didn't want to leave out is New Hampshire has no general sales tax, nor is personal income (other than interest and dividends) taxed at either the state or local level. (Side Notes) In a dramatic, but satisfying, twist of fate, the Karner blue butterfly has almost recovered from the brink of extinction. The Chinook was originally developed as a sled dog in the state of New Hampshire, which has recognized the breed as the official state dog. The Chinook was developed by famed dog sled operator Arthur Walden and all Chinooks are descended from his equally famous lead dog, Chinook. For many years, Chinooks were only bred by one kennel, and by the 1980’s were considered to be the world’s rarest dog breed. Over the past 20 years, a small but dedicated number of fanciers has worked hard to increase the population of Chinooks and to get them recognized by major kennel clubs. Although still occasionally used as a working sled dog, the Chinook is now most well-known as a family companion and is known for being exceptionally good with children.

National Beer Lover’s Day! Beer and the process of brewing beer may predate known history. As varied as the methods, grains, and flavors, beer continues to change and evolve over time. Virginia colonists brewed beer. William Penn included a place for brewing beer within the colony of Pennsylvania which can still be visited at Pennsbury Manor today. The first President of the United States recorded a recipe for brewing beer in his notes. Samuel Adams holds a place in both beer and tea history in this country. There were a few beer lovers and patriots among the nation’s founders. The United States also derives its rich brewing history from beer-loving German immigrants during the mid-1800s. Some of those immigrants families’ names are as familiar today as they were a hundred years ago. While some names have faded into the past, smaller batch brewers continue to experiment with old and new recipes. The crafting of beer carries rich traditions, often requiring years of training and experience in the trade. Depending on the brewery, the path to brewmaster may take years to develop the skill and expertise necessary to produce a quality beer every time. One certain requirement is a love of beer and the craft.

National Neither Snow Nor Rain Day commemorates the opening of the New York Post Office on September 7, 1914. Neither snow, nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds ~ Inscription found over the entrance of the central post office in New York City. The James A. Farley Post Office Building is the main post office in New York City. Built in 1912 and opened for postal business in 1914, it is famous for the inscription. In 1982, the post office was officially designated The James A Farley Building as a monument and testament to the political career of the nation’s 53rd Postmaster General. The James A. Farley Post Office Building became home to “Operation Santa” after being featured in the 1947 classic film Miracle on 34th Street. While the inscription is prominently featured on the building, the United States Postal Service does not have an official motto. However, in 2011 the United States Post Office advertised with the song “Let the River Run” by Carly Simon. The words of the inscription ran across inspirational images of postal workers carried out their daily duties. Other advertisement campaigns have also hinted at the inscription’s motivation. The “Watch Us Deliver” campaign featured carriers delivering precious packages in harsh or awkward conditions. The narrator promises they will deliver our mail “…faster, sleeker, earlier, fresher, harder, farther, quicker, and yeah…even on Sundays.” The inscription, which was carved by Ira Schnapp, was provided by the designing architects. It is a paraphrase of a motto from the Herodotus’ Histories which describes a Persian system of mounted messengers under Xerxes I of Persia.

Happy Birthday to Anna Mary Robertson Moses, aka Grandma Moses, who was born on September 7, 1860. Each year on September 7, people across America join in the celebration of the anniversary of her birth on National Grandma Moses Day. Anna Mary Robertson Moses (September 7, 1860 – December 13, 1961) is an example to us all of an individual who successfully began a career in the arts at an advanced age. A renowned American folk artist, Grandma Moses first started painting in her 70s after arthritis made it difficult to embroider, her original medium. Known most of her life as either “Mother Moses” or “Grandma Moses”, she was discovered when Louis J. Caldor saw her work in a drugstore window in Hoosick Falls, New York. An amateur art collector, Caldor convinced the Museum of Modern Art to include Moses in a folk art show for members-only. Caldor’s discovery and MOMA opportunity eventually lead to a one-woman show. While Moses displayed her work under the name Mrs. Moses, the press eagerly dubbed her “Grandma Moses” and the name stuck. As part of her 100th birthday celebration, LIFE magazine featured Grandma Moses September 16, 1960, cover. Many of Grandma Moses’ paintings were used to publicize American holidays, some of which included Thanksgiving, Christmas and Mother’s Day. In a Mother’s Day feature in a 1947 True Confessions, it was noted how “Grandma Moses remains prouder of her preserves than of her paintings and proudest of all of her four children, eleven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.” Grandma Moses’ exhibitions were so popular during the 1950s that they broke attendance records all over the world. “A cultural icon, the spry, productive nonagenarian was continually cited as an inspiration for housewives, widows, and retirees. Her images of America’s rural past were transferred to curtains, dresses, cookie jars, and dinnerware, and used to pitch cigarettes, cameras, lipstick and instant coffee.” In 1950 she was cited as one of the five most newsworthy women. In 1951 she was Honored as Woman of the Year by the National Association of House Dress Manufacturers. At age 88 Mademoiselle Magazine named her “Young Woman of the Year. She was awarded the first honorary doctorate from Philadelphia’s Moore College of Art. In 1969 a United States commemorative stamp was issued in her honor. In 2006 her work Sugaring Off (1943) became her highest selling work at US $1.2 million. Sugaring Off was a prime example of the simple rural scenes for which she was well-known. Grandma Moses’ painting, Fourth of July, was given, by Otto Kallir, to the White House where it still hangs today. New York Governor, Nelson Rockefeller, proclaimed September 7 as Grandma Moses Day in 1960 in honor of Grandma Moses’s 100th birthday.

National Acorn Squash Day! This day celebrates the food holiday of a winter squash that is also known to some as a pepper squash. Even though it is considered a winter squash, acorn squash belongs to the same species as all summer squashes including zucchini and yellow crookneck squash. The acorn squash that is dark green, often with a splotch of orange on its side or top, is the most common variety. However, there are newer varieties including the Golden Acorn and the White Acorn. They can also be variegated in color. The shape of the squash resembles that of its name, an acorn. They usually weigh between one to two pounds and are generally between four and seven inches long. Acorn squash is a hardy squash that keeps for several months when stored in a cool, dry location. Prepared in different ways for consumption, the acorn squash can be baked, microwaved, sautéed or steamed. It is often stuffed with rice, meat, cheeses or vegetable mixtures. The seeds of the squash can be toasted much like pumpkin seeds. Acorn squash is a good source of dietary fiber and potassium and also has some vitamin C and B, magnesium and manganese.

Salami is a cured, fermented and air-dried sausage. It's historically popular among Southern European peasants because it can be stored at room temperatures for up to 30 to 40 days once it has been cut. National Salami Day was started in Henrico, Virginia in 2006 by the Salami Appreciation Society.

When you wake up on the first Friday in September make a commitment for National Food Bank Day to contribute to the cause that believes no one should go to bed hungry. Hunger may be as close as your neighbor or your coworker in the next cubical. Bare cupboards and empty stomachs look just like yours and mine behind closed doors. Food banks across the country help some of the 42 million men, women and children who struggle with putting food on the table. The reasons range from illness to job loss and a general change in circumstances. Circumstances that can happen to anyone of us. For parents struggling to make ends meet, the ability to look their children in their eyes over a meal instead of into hungry eyes is a difference made by supporting food banks. Food banks fill the gap for those living on a meager budget. Many food banks offer educational opportunities that help people change their situation and begin anew. Often, those who have benefited from the programs return to volunteer and contribute to the very food bank that staved off hunger to do the same for others. St. Mary’s Food Bank founded National Food Bank Day to recognize the outstanding contributions of food banks around the country and to commemorate the establishment of St. Mary’s Food Bank by its founder John ven Hengel in 1967. John van Hengel came up with the idea of grocery rescue and food banking and the idea spread throughout the country making St. Mary’s Food Bank the very first in the world! In 2017, St. Mary’s celebrates its 50th anniversary! They distribute 250,000 meals on a daily basis through the efforts of dedicated staff, partnering agencies and volunteers. Their mission is to alleviate hunger through the gathering and distribution of food while encouraging self-sufficiency, collaboration, advocacy and education. National Food Bank Day was started in September 2017.

National Lazy Mom’s Day! Moms around the country view this day in different ways. The majority view the day as a holiday from laundry, dishes, car pools and bathroom cleaning. Take a break. Delegate the chores. Place a moratorium on family feuds. That’s how moms celebrate National Lazy Mom’s Day.

Even though I'm not a Mom, I'm being lazy today. New Hampshire is the 16th state, all of them have been on the East Coast so far. Grandma Moses has some beautiful paintings you take a look. I can't eat much squash it doesn't agree with me. I had to and I wasn't sorry. I don't do much drinking any more do to medication. I had no idea they made Salami that way.

Sending all weather hugs in honor of the Postal Service.🦋🐕🌺🍺🏞🛢🐶💕🌷💕