On this day in history: Today is Pi Day! Pi, in its simplest form is 3.14, and since today is 3/14, there you go. Also on this day, in 1794, Eli Whitney received a patent for his cotton gin. And in 1879, Albert Einstein was born, the son of a Jewish electrical engineer in Ulm, Germany. Today also would have been my own father’s 70th birthday. Happy Birthday Dad!
Stovetop Espresso Brewing Tutorial – One of the most interesting ways to brew coffee is using the Moka Pot, sold under the name Bialetti. Although used more in Europe, especially Italy, this is still a method that can make great coffee, if you know what you’re doing.
How 43 Giant, Decaying Presidential Heads Ended Up In A Virginia Field – “In Croaker, Virginia stands a sight that would make just about anyone stop in their tracks. 43 ghostly effigies of presidents past crowd together in the tall grass.” I want to see this.
3 Best Beginner Fountain Pen Kits – As one who loves fountain pens, especially vintage Parker Vacumatics, I am always on the lookout for great deals on pens. Ed Jelly has put together a few kits, with prices, that can help beginners know what to buy.
Yosemite Natural Firefall – This world has so many beautiful locations. I happen to live in one of them, the Ozark region of southern Missouri, and I am thankful for that every single day. Another such place is Yosemite National Park, and one day, I will visit there. Until then, videos such as this one will have to be sufficient. Watch it in full screen with the volume up.
Yesterday In Church History
On March 13, in 1925, the Butler Bill was signed into law in Tennessee, preventing public schools from teaching Creation. This started a train of events that led to the Scopes Trial, the so-called “Trial of the Century.” Read more about this here.
How A Shift In Your Vocabulary Can Instantly Change Your Attitude – Words have immense power. We all know this and have experienced it. Michael Hyatt shares a simple, yet profound shift that, once implemented in your vocabulary, can change everything.
How Well Do You Know The Book Of Romans – This is a simple quiz to test your knowledge of Romans. It’s pretty basic, but fun nonetheless.
The Number One Predictor Of Divorce – I don’t often read Woman’s Day, but this article came across my RSS feed a few days ago. In this study, the number one pattern among couples who didn’t stay together is identified, and I have a strong suspicion that they are right.