It can be a hard Earth Day (night) when you examine our planet home more carefully. While Casey Kasem may have counted down the top 10 current songs, this list takes a look at 11 Earth Day facts that sing of Earth’s ups and downs. 1.      Complaining about recent temperature fluctuations? Earth is a fickle planet temperature-wise. Be happy that you aren’t in the coldest or the hottest spots that have tested the mercury. While El Azizia, Libya recorded a scorching 136 degrees F, Earth was not to be outdone and sent a frigid minus 128.6 F degree temperature to Antarctica’s Vostok station. Snowbird retirees might head to Florida in the winter but not to 136 degrees Libya. 2.      If Elvis is still alive and rocking in Memphis, Michael Jackson (or at least his dance moves) still slide..

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Left-handed burger? Taco Bell Liberty bell anyone? April 1st. It is the day that pranksters live for all year. From a wife announcing an April Fool’s not-pregnancy to baked goods that look one thing but are something else; April Fool’s Day usually involves harmless short jokes. On April 1st, kids and adults around the world try to trick their friends and family with small and large pranks. Sometimes April Fools pranks go awry and are enacted on large groups of people, cities and even the world. In 1940, the world thought that the world would end on April 1st. A Franklin Institute press release brought dooms-day fear into the hearts of people around the world but was only a press release for a potential subsequent lecture entitled “How Will the World End?”. Obviously, the world did not end but mass panic..

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Every holiday tradition has a few myths that get passed down. Who exactly was St. Patrick, anyway? Was he a real guy? Is green really what you’re supposed to wear? Find out what’s real — and what’s not — about St. Patrick’s Day.   St. Patrick was Irish. Well, sort of. Patrick was born in what is now the England, Scotland, and Wales, and was enslaved by Irish raiders when he was a teenager. Then he fled to England where he eventually became a missionary.   Green is St. Patrick’s Day color. Knights in the Order of St. Patrick actually wore a shade of blue. The association between Ireland and green most likely comes from the 18th century, when Irish independence supporters used green as the color of their cause.   St. Patrick brought Christianity to Ireland. When Patrick was..

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It’s March 8th, and time to celebrate women! International Women’s Day is a time to recognize the extraordinary accomplishments of women the world over, from Marie Curie to Malala. Here are our top five reasons why you should observe International Women’s Day this year:   Women in History: There’s plenty of women worth honoring from history on this day. Russian ruler Catherine the Great promoted education, Elizabeth Cady Stanton pioneered the women’s rights movement, and Susan B. Anthony established the National Woman’s Suffrage Association. Here’s just a handful of other names who have made an amazing impact on women’s rights — Harriet Tubman, Eleanor Roosevelt, Margaret Mead, Amelia Earhart, Gloria Steinem, and many, many more.   Women in Politics: All around the U.S. and in political elections around the world, women are stepping up to the challenge of running for office. Of..

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February 24th is Dia de la Bandera (day of the flag). Dia de la Bandera is not the day to celebrate Antonio Banderas. While he may deserve his own day and a key to Mexico City, it is actually National Flag Day in Mexico! There is probably no mention of Shrek or Zorro during Dia de la Bandera. In 1937, General Lazaro Cardenas started the national holiday as a memorial before the monument to General Vicente Guerrero. General Guerrero has the distinction of being the first to pledge allegiance to Mexico’s flag in 1821. General Vicente Guerrero’s Plan of Iguala (plan of the three guarantees) was the basis of the colors of the first Mexican flag. Representing the three principles of the new independence of Mexico, the three principles were named as: religion, independence and unity matched by the colors..

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President’s Day weekend is not just about a quick snowboarding trip to the mountains or a chance to take a break after gorging on too much Valentine’s Day candy. It’s about celebrating the leaders of America. And to celebrate this momentous holiday, we humbly ask you to turn your attention to the Late Greats Pillow Doll George Washington. George Washington couldn’t tell a lie, so we won’t either. Crafted by owner and maker Chen Reichert, this doll of our first President is an excellent way to talk about American history with your children or students. The plush doll is printed on a colorful canvas made from a combination of cotton and linen, hand stuffed with recycled polyester filling. Soft and cuddly, it stands proudly in its army uniform, ready to protect this country at a moment’s notice. Tucking in the..

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The February celebration of our United States presidents makes every citizen think of the great things our presidents have done in nearly 250 years. When you think of the United States presidents, does bartender come to mind? Does a new Japanese word ring a bell? Stilts anyone? Our presidents have led our country into and out of wars and through laws and bills without steadfast professionalism but in their everyday lives; they have done some pretty wacky stuff. For example, did you know that Abraham Lincoln was the only U.S. president who was also a licensed bartender, served drinks and was co-owner of Berry and Lincoln, a saloon in Springfield, Illinois? Grover Cleveland was also a bit of a Grover-of-all-trades serving as a hangman for the sheriff’s office in Erie County, NY. Andrew Jackson would only wear suits he made..

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KarmaKiss loves kissing. It is in our name after all. In that vein, we also love Valentine’s Day. With the special day of love approaching, it is the perfect time to discover how love and KarmaKiss-ing makes the world a better place. While kissing is a great expression of love, studies have shown that there are possible health benefits as well. Kissing has been shown to reduce stress, lower blood pressure and release pain-relieving and feel-good hormones.  While you won’t lose weight kissing, you do burn a few calories every time you lock lips. And who doesn’t feel better about themselves when they get kissed by a special someone?  KarmaKiss has the perfect tangible gifting options to encourage kissing (and love) on Valentine’s Day and beyond. The chocolate-covered strawberry—a Valentine’s Day staple. Instead of having to count gifted calories, try the..

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Happy Birthday Mr. Abraham Lincoln! Yes, today is what would have been Honest Abe’s 206th birthday. We love Abe for his inspirational mindset, and contribution to the progression of the  American Revolution. He had powerful speeches, and to no surprise as it was a gift that he had learned to perfect for many years. Not to mention, he was quite the handsome guy. Besides the unfortunate event of his assassination, what else do you guys know about President Lincoln? We’ve got some inspirational quotes that may give you a  glimpse into what kind of person he was. Stick around and check out his words of wisdom: “Most folks are as happy as they make up their minds to be.” Quite simple a phrase, you choose your happiness. “Whenever I hear anyone arguing for slavery, I feel a strong impulse to..

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What? New Years has passed already! In many parts of the world it has, but it’s yet to come for those who celebrate Chinese New Year. So like, what happens on Chinese New Year? What does that even mean? Karma Kiss is about to drop some knowledge on you. We’ll cover some of the basics that you’ll need and the beliefs of why the Chinese New Year is celebrated.   Like other Asian countries, this very special time of the year has ties to the cycle of agriculture -The cycle of life when you really think about it. As far back as the Zhou Dynasty, the emperor had the great responsibility of facilitating the calendar of agriculture. It was (and is today) vital to know when to till the soil and sow the seeds, as this is part of the..

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Ahh…Saying goodbye to the year that has passed, and gearing up for the New Year to come. Some of you may be rolling your eyes to the ones that are blasting their perfected resolutions over social media streams, saying to yourself, “Oh,it’s time for that ‘New Year, New Me’ speech again!”. If we all took a little bit of extra time to prioritize, our yearly resolutions are rather quite achievable, and can inspire others to do the same.  How do you prioritize? Well, how about starting with a manageable list of different priorities you’d like to accomplish for your “new year, new me” mantra?  1. Take the first step (the action). Nearly everything we do in our lives requires a process. The food we eat, our morning routines, putting a crib together, and anything else you can think of. You start..

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November 26th is National Cake Day and we’re ready to celebrate! Falling on the day before Thanksgiving this year, it’s a perfect way to enjoy some fluffy cake before pies take over the holiday scene. But where did Cake Day come from? Cake dates actually go back to Ancient Greece and Ancient Egypt, so the idea of celebrating a day with cake is thousands of years old! The first cakes were not like the ones we enjoy today. They were rather flat and heavy and often just reserved for the Gods to enjoy. Since then,we’ve come a long way in enjoying cake in more simple every day settings. In fact, boxed cake came about in the Great Depression, when It was cheaper to make pre-made mix instead of buying all separate ingredients! Celebrating Cake Day? We’re right there with ou!..

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