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Valentines Day fun fact:
In Mexico it is known as "El Día del Amor y la Amistad" (the day of love and friendship). The usual heart and chocolate paraphernalia does appear in stores, but the holiday does not rely on romance alone. It celebrates friendship, and celebrates family ties.
Long live love. If you don't have a significant other, don't feel left out. Invite a friend to dinner, and enjoy a glass of wine. Friends are important too.
In Mexico it is known as "El Día del Amor y la Amistad" (the day of love and friendship). The usual heart and chocolate paraphernalia does appear in stores, but the holiday does not rely on romance alone. It celebrates friendship, and celebrates family ties.
Long live love. If you don't have a significant other, don't feel left out. Invite a friend to dinner, and enjoy a glass of wine. Friends are important too.
Today, May 23, is World Turtle Day.
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World Turtle Day | May 23 - Calendarr
On May 23, every year, conservationists and animal lovers come together to celebrate World Turtle Day. It is a global observance that is dedicated to protect turtles, tortoises, and raising awareness about the threats and dangers they face. From habitat loss to road dangers, these gentle reptiles...
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I like turtles, I think they are really cool. When my son was young we'd go fishin and one year there was a bunch of turtles with shells about the size of a quarter so I helped him catch one to take home and put in a turtle tank. Little thing grew and grew and grew till it was almost the size of a dinner plate then we took it back and let it go. It was a cool turtle a softshell.
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