08/01/2023
Goodby July and Hello to August!
We hope you all have a fun and happy August.
Here are 10 interesting facts the month of August:
1. August was originally the sixth month of the year, but it was renamed to honor of Emperor Augustus.
2. August is the last full month of summer in the Northern Hemisphere and the end of winter in the Southern Hemisphere.
3. August is the month with the most national holidays in the United States, including Independence Day, Women's Equality Day, and National Watermelon Day just to name a few.
4. The peridot is the birthstone for August. Peridot is a green gemstone that is often referred to as the "evening emerald."
5. The gladiolus and poppy are the official flowers of August. The gladiolus is a flower that symbolizes calmness, infatuation, and integrity. The poppy symbolizes peace, consolation, and wealth and success.
6. The full moon in August is called the "Sturgeon Moon." This name is thought to come from the fact that sturgeon, a large fish, are abundant in rivers and lakes during this time of year.
7. August is the hottest month of the year in many parts of the world. This is due to the fact that the Earth's axis is tilted towards the sun during this time of year.
8. August is a popular month for vacations and travel. This is because the weather is usually warm and sunny, and there are many festivals and events happening around the world.
9. August is the month of the annual Perseid meteor shower. The meteors are debris from the comet Swift-Tuttle, which orbits the sun every 133 years. The Perseids can be seen all over the world, but they are best seen in the Northern Hemisphere.
10. The first sandwich was made in August! In 1762 The Earl of Sandwich was gambling and wanted something he could eat with only one hand, and thus, the sandwich was born.
Here are ten interesting and thoughtful quotes about the beautiful month of August.
โข "August is the month of long, sweet evenings." - Anne Morrow Lindbergh
โข "August is the month when the world is most alive." - Henry David Thoreau
โข "August is the month of lazy days and long, hot nights." - Unknown
โข "August is the month of the harvest moon, when the nights are warm and the air is filled with the scent of ripening grain." - Unknown
โข "August is the month of goodbyes, as summer slowly slips away." - Unknown
โข "August is the month of new beginnings, as the school year starts and the leaves begin to change color." - Unknown
โข "August is the month of possibilities, as we look forward to the future with hope and anticipation." - Unknown
โข "August is the month of gratitude, as we reflect on all the blessings of the summer." - Unknown
โข "August is the month of love, as we celebrate the beauty of the world around us." - Unknown
โข "August is the month of magic, as the world seems to come alive with possibility." - Unknown
Here are 10 celebrities with August birthdays, in order!
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August 1: Jason Momoa, actor (Aquaman, Game of Thrones)
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August 2: Mary-Louise Parker, actress (Weeds, The West Wing)
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August 3: Michael Ealy, actor (Think Like a Man, The Good Wife)
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August 4: Billy Bob Thornton, actor (Sling Blade, Fargo)
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August 5: Jonathan Silverman, actor (Weekend at Bernie's, Less Than Zero)
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August 6: Vera Farmiga, actress (Bates Motel, The Conjuring)
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August 7: Charlize Theron, actress (Monster, The Old Guard)
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August 8: Meagan Good, actress (Think Like a Man, Friday)
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August 9: Anna Kendrick, actress (Pitch Perfect, Up in the Air)
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August 10: Antonio Banderas, actor (Desperado, Puss in Boots)
Thank you to Pascal Debrunner for the beautiful sunflower field photo.
