Fun National Days in February

 I did some research and found some fun holidays for us to celebrate in the month of February.

Here we go:

February 5

National Shower with a Friend Day

I thought this was started as a way to save money on the water bill or to save on water.  Apparently this started out as a way to educate people on the benefits of filtered, chlorine free water.   A little humor was thrown in while letting people know the effects that chlorine has when bathing.   You can still shower with a friend or two to save some money.  Or, feel free to completely skip your shower today.  

February 6

National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day

A great way to fight cabin fever and the winter blues.  Started by a mother of 6 when a snowstorm came through their town and it turned into a family tradition.  Now we all get to celebrate!  What flavor will you have today?

February 8

National Clean Out Your Computer Day

I think I celebrated this a couple of weeks ago.  This is a great time to go through your computer and do a little housekeeping.  Delete old files and emails.  Make sure you are using the latest version of programs and operating systems.  A little early spring cleaning for your computer.

February 9

National Pizza Day

A great day to have your brother come over and make pizza for you.  When can we expect you, Steve?

February 11

National Make a Friend Day

A great day to meet someone new and make a new friend.  New friends can broaden our horizons and challenge us to try something new.  They sharpen our social skills and help us from being lonely.   A great way to find new friends is to join a club or take a class.  So, get out there and make a new friend today.

February 16

National Do a Grouch a Favor Day

A grouch is a habitually irritable or complaining person.  Everyone knows someone that fits that description (if you don't, then maybe you are the grouch!).  Today is the day to turn that person around.  Surprise them with coffee or a sweet treat.  Visit them and listen to them grumble.  Offer to help them with a project.  Today would be also be a great day to watch, "Grumpy Old Men."

February 17

National Cabbage Day

Cabbage is an ancient food with origins in Turkey and the Mediterranean.  It comes in many forms: Brussel Sprouts, Broccoli, cauliflower, bok choy, kohlrabi and kale.  Cabbage is versatile and makes a great diet food.  There are quite a few recipes out there that you can use to celebrate the day.  This one says to celebrate with a friend.  Just make sure they know that you are cooking cabbage.  Cabbage does have a "strong" smelly  odor when it is cooked.  

February 20

National Love Your Pet Day

I swear Pippen must be working with these National Day calendars.  He always seems to get at least one day a month to be loved and pampered.  Well, this does happen on a daily basis but he now has a reason to be spoiled once a month.

February 22

National Margarita Day

I'll have the frozen strawberry margarita, thanks.

February 23

National Dog Biscuit Day

Really Pippen?  Now we have to give you more treats?

February 24

National Tortilla Chip Day

Great day to make some guacamole to go with that margarita!

February 26

National Toast Day

I'm sure Bella will be making tea and toast today.  Don't ask me to make your toast, unless you want a strong burnt flavor.

February 27

National Retro Day

A day to celebrate life before the smart phone and all of those little gadgets.  What's your favorite retro?  The Beehive?  Bell bottoms?  Roller skates or skate board?  How about a leather jacket, a single glove and the moonwalk?  What will your retro be today?

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National Skip the Straw Day

This seems to be an ongoing celebration.  I think they are after Patti and her plastic straws.  Make sure you skip the straw or pull out your reusable straw today.

That's it for February!  Let's have a great month!