By the Number
8
Inches (twenty centimeters) of annual precipitation in the coastal regions of Antarctica. The inland portion of Antarctica receives even less, qualifying the continent as a desert.
The Daily Extra #111
Category: Commentary
The Daily Extra # 110
Mindful Moment
Cleaning centers the brain on one task at a time. It is made up of mechanical and rhythmic motions, Open the windows and allow the fresh air to flow into the room. Then focus on one room, task, or corner to clean
Reblog of Carol Anne’s Sometimes, I disappear
Go check out this post by Carol Anne. I relate to it so much.
Roger and Eddie
Here’s an outtake from a challenge I was planning to do. There’s an error in this one, but I love how it turned out, so here you go!
Roger the Roster and Eddie the Eagle spent their days on the balcony, indulging in marshmallows and sipping wine. A violin’s soothing melody floated through the air, enhancing their wishy-washy atmosphere. Despite the music’s charm, their lives felt stagnant, with financial troubles looming. The stark reality was that their car was about to be impounded, a constant reminder of their struggles. Yet, they chose to focus on trivial pleasures, seemingly unfazed by the precariousness of their situation.
Quote for October 30, 2025
“Extraordinary things are always hiding in places people never think to look.” – Jodi Picoult
The Daily Extra # 109
Tom Hanks and Mr. Rogers are distant cousins
Tom Hanks played Fred Rogers in the 2019 film, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, but their connection doesn’t stop here. An Ancestry.com dig into their family trees found the two are actually sixth cousins who share a five-times great grandfather. What’s more, they’re also both descendants from two American brothers who fought in the Revolutionary War, according to People magazine.
The Daily Extra #108
It’s illegal to run out of gas on the Autobahn
Running out of gas on Germany’s fast-speed highway is against the law because it’s seen as a preventable circumstance. Stopping on the autobahn, even driving over the shoulder, is prohibited unless it’s an absolute emergency.
The Daily Extra # 107
Pun-official Holiday
September 26
Save the Koala Day is fantastic for Koala-ty time!
The Daily Extra # 106
Groaners: World’s Best of Bad Jokes and Puns
Q: What did the ghost use to get the wrinkles out of its sheet?
A: Boo-tox
Something New
I have been encouraged by others to sell some of my artwork as postcards, stickers, prints, and more. Initially, I wasn’t sure if I should pursue this idea, but after discussing it with many friends who were really enthusiastic, I decided to go for it. Since I started this project, I’ve felt more excited than I have in a long time. I’m beginning to believe that this is something I am meant to do. I plan to take my time and enjoy the journey.
The Daily Extra # 105
By the Number
12,750
Total length, in miles, of sidewalks in New York City
The Daily Extra # 105
Cooking Tip
To make a thicker sauce for pasta, add some of the water used to boil the pasta.
The Daily Extra # 104
Fun Fact
Philo T. Farnsworth was the first to produce a televised image in 1927, but Vladimir Zworykin, who was developing the same technology for Westinghouse, was the first to obtain the patent.
The Daily Extra # 103
For many people, the coffee break is an important but often forgotten part of the day. To celebrate this moment, the town of Stoughton, Wisconsin, holds an annual Coffee Break Festival. The event includes coffee tastings, fun brew competitions, and bean-spitting contests.
The Daily Extra # 102
By the number
1.33
The weight in pounds (0.6 kilograms) of the Cullinan Diamond, the largest gem-quality diamond ever found. The 3,106-carat gem was discovered in the Premier Mine near Pretoria, South Africa, in 1905
M.A.D. Works 