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The Daily 2/27/26

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“Remember always that you have not only the right to be an individual; you have an obligation to be one. You cannot make any useful contribution in life unless you do this.” – Eleanor Roosevelt

Not only is California the most populous state in the union, according to recent census data, but it is also the state with the largest Asian population, at roughly 6 million. In recognition of that significant demographic. California has made the Lunar New Year an official state holiday.

Which living person do you most despise?

I don’t usually hold strong feelings toward specific people, but I do struggle deeply with the kind of leadership that thrives on division, cruelty, or disregard for others. When someone in power represents those values, it clashes with everything I believe in.

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The Daily 2/24/26

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“Just because it’s what’s done doesn’t mean it’s what should be done!”- Cinderella

Disney once explored the idea of adapting the medieval European tale of Reynard the Fox into an animated feature. But Reynard’s reputation for mischief and morally questionable tricks was ultimately considered too dark for a family film. Instead, when creating Robin Hood in 1973, the studio simply made their hero a fox.

What is your current state of mind?

Lately, I’ve been feeling a mix of emotions that have left me in a bit of turmoil. I’m unsure about certain aspects of my life, whether it’s decisions I need to make or future plans that seem uncertain. This uncertainty often leads to feelings of worry, as I find myself overthinking possible outcomes and what they might mean for me.

Alongside that worry, there’s an underlying anxiety that I can’t quite shake. It feels like a constant buzz in my mind, making it hard to focus on anything else. I’m anxious about how things will unfold and whether I’ll be able to handle whatever comes my way.

Lastly, there’s also a sense of fear that creeps in, especially when I think about situations that are out of my control. It can be overwhelming at times, feeling that I’m facing the unknown, and that fear can often feel isolating, as if I’m standing afar from the things I want to engage with or achieve. Overall, these feelings are interconnected and create a challenging emotional landscape that I’m trying to navigate.

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The Daily 2/23/26

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“The man who has confidence in himself gains the confidence of others.” – Hasidic Proverb

Unclaimed Baggage in Alabama, a company that sells the contents of unclaimed luggage, has come across some pretty strange stuff over the years. In 2023, memorable items included two live snakes, prop body parts from Saw 2004 in a Halloween card signed by Richard Nixon.

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The Daily 2/22/26

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Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.”- George Addair

Interviews done as part of a 2023 study by the UK’s University of Exeter and Channel 4 revealed that one major trigger of the Sunday scaries was getting work-related emails over the weekend- so keep your computer shut down on your days off.

Daily writing prompt
What bores you?
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If it doesn’t challenge me, inspire me, or let me be creative, my brain quietly leaves the room

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The Daily 2/21/26

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“The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot.” – Michael Altshuler

Cows are usually known for their personality or their ability to be trained- but Ghost, a charming bovine in Nebraska, was taught by owner Megan Reimann to perform 10 tricks. Ghost can come when called, spin, nod her head, and even bow. She did it all and more in just one minute in March 2023, setting the record for mist tricks performed by a cow in that time span

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The Daily 2/19

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“All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.”- Walt Disney

In 2002, Steven Spielberg enrolled at California State University, Long Beach, and he earned his credits by turning in assignments under a pseudonym. For his advanced filmmaking class, he submitted his Best Picture winner, Schindler’s List ( 1993)

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The Daily 2/18/26

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“When we get to the end of the story, you will know more than you do now…” – Hans Christian Andersen, The Snow Queen

Ernie Hudson, known for his role as Winston in the original Ghostbusters (1984), auditioned to voice his character in the animated series The Real Ghostbusters. However, the director felt that his voice didn’t match Winston’s enough, so the role was ultimately given to Arsenio Hall.

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The Daily 2/17/26

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“With a smile and a song, life is just like a bright sunny day. Your cares fade away.” – Snow White

Collegedale, Tennessee, is the proud home of Little Debbie Park, a unique and whimsical destination for families. The park is designed around playful structures that resemble giant versions of popular Little Debbie snacks, including Cosmic Brownies, Oatmeal Creme Pies, and Nutty Buddy Bars. Children can explore and enjoy these creative play areas, which offer a fun and imaginative environment where the sweetness of these treats comes to life in the form of vibrant playground attractions. Whether climbing on the Cosmic Brownie or sliding down the Oatmeal Creme Pie, the park promises a delightful experience for kids of all ages..

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The Daily 2/16/26

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“It is only when we take chances, when our lives improve. The initial and the most difficult risk that we need to take is to become honest. —Walter Anderson

“The Safety Dance” band Men Without Hats got their name from a few founding members’ habit of never wearing winter hats, no matter how cold it was in their hometown of Montreal (they thought hats would wreck their style)

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The Daily 2/15/2026

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“It’s no use going back to yesterday because I was a different person then.” – Alice, Alice in Wonderland

Alexander the Great passed away unexpectedly at thirty-two years old after a mysterious illness that lasted two weeks. However, several accounts claim that his body exhibited no signs of decay even six days post-mortem. One theory posits that he may not have been dead during that time and instead could have suffered from Guillain-Barré syndrome, an autoimmune condition that can lead to progressive paralysis.

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The Daily 2/14/26

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“Learn as if you will live forever, live like you will die tomorrow.” — Mahatma Gandhi

On February 3, 2018, Paul Morgan set the record for the world’s longest birthday. He celebrated his twenty-eight-year-old by jet-setting across different time zones, stretching the day to forty-eight hours. The previous longest birthday lasted forty-six hours.