Radio Recap (Monday 10/05/20)

Bible Trivia Question:

Who is the great Shepherd?
A. David
B. Joseph
C. Moses
D. Jesus 


In The News:

 - National Do Something Nice Day. It would be ideal if everyone lived their lives doing kind things on a daily basis and without thinking about it. We all get caught up in our fast-paced lifestyles. However, kindness should never be sacrificed to get ahead in the world. Kindness doesn’t require grand gestures. Though, when able, those are acceptable, too.

 - Writing by hand. Researchers in Norway are calling for schools to emphasize handwriting activities during the childhood years in order to help kids learn and improve their memory. Brain activity differs when one writes by hand instead of typing — this goes for both adults and kids.… Brain waves were found to be significantly more active in participants when writing by hand. A lot of senses are activated by pressing the pen on paper, seeing the letters you write and hearing the sound you make while writing. These sense experiences create contact between different parts of the brain and open the brain up for learning. We both learn better and remember better.

 - Jealous Pet owners. A new survey finds more than half of pet owners are jealous of their four-legged friend. The reasons are obvious: because their pets never have to work, have no enemies, get to sleep whenever they want, don’t have to pay for things, and get more affection from loved ones… A third of the dog and cat owners polled believe their partner actually prefers their pet’s company to them.

 - Verse of the Day/ “Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.“ 1 Timothy 4:8 NLT

 - Springfield Web makes national news. More evidence that 2020 is a living nightmare has been found deep in the forests of Missouri, where arachnids are spinning webs large enough to “catch” humans. Just in time for Halloween, the giant spider web was discovered by off a trail near Springfield. People began freaking out accordingly after a photo of the web, spun by an orb weaver spider, was posted to Facebook. • IMAG… While the orb-weaver spider is large and hairy, they’re generally harmless to humans, according to the Missouri Department of Conservation. Also known as spotted orb weavers or barn spiders, they mostly eat insects such as moths and crane flies, and also their own webs.

 - Fun Fact: 90: Pounds of chicken consumed by the average person each year. #funfact

 - A London man putting some old clothes into a donation bin called firefighters to rescue a "cat" that turned out to be a battery-operated toy. Alan McElligott, an associate professor at the University of Roehampton in London, tweeted photos showing the scene that unfolded after he put some items into the bin and heard a "meow." Police and firefighters responded to the scene and agreed that there seemed to be the sounds of a trapped cat -- possibly two cats -- inside the container. The battery-operated stuffed toy, a FurReal Friends cat, made "very convincing meows," McElligott said. "It was activated by touch so after I dropped an old pair of shoes it activated it and started making noises," he said. McElligott said the firefighters and police officers had a good laugh at the outcome of the unusual rescue.

 - Cruises to nowhere. Singapore, which has not allowed port calls for any cruise ships since March 13, is exploring health protocol that would allow cruise companies in the area to operate voyages “to nowhere.” Singapore’s tourism board has reportedly hired a risk management company to create a safety plan for the Singapore-only sailings. The ships would sail at 50 percent capacity and go nowhere.

 - Lose weight. Sleep. A study suggests getting too little sleep might prevent dieters from losing as much body fat as they otherwise would have. The findings (in the Annals of Internal Medicine) add to evidence that sleep habits play a role in weight regulation. They also suggest that people embarking on a weight-loss plan may want to make sure they are catching enough shut-eye each night.

 - Dating apps. Before you post your profile on a dating website or app have someone check your grammar. Match.com asked more than 5,000 singles (in the U.S.) what criteria they used most in assessing dates. Beyond personal hygiene — which 96% of women valued most, as compared with 91% of men — singles said they judged a date foremost by the person’s grammar. The survey found 88% of women and 75% of men said they cared about grammar most, putting it ahead of a person’s confidence and teeth.

 - Curtain Theft. In Britain, a burglar who stole his next-door neighbor’s curtains was caught when he put them up in his own window.


Matt's Musing:

If I had to describe myself in one word, it would be “doesn’t know how to follow directions.”..
#musing



Matt's Pick Song:

“Die Another Day” by Brian Free & Assurance



Bible Trivia Answer:

D. Jesus (John 10:11)

Radio Recap (Friday 10/02/20)

Bible Trivia Question:

When a young boy, where was Samuel when the Lord kept calling him?
A. in the Temple
B. At home
C. Camping in the wilderness
D. in a field with his sheep


In The News:

 - National Name Your Car Day on October 2nd encourages a special commitment to your wheels. It’s time to give your trusty automobile what it really needs, a name. Many of you most likely remember Herbie the Love Bug, Lightning McQueen from Cars, Kit from Knight Rider, General Lee from The Dukes of Hazzard and Bandit from Smokey and the Bandit. These are just some of the famous car names that are known by millions of people.

 - (October 2) marks the 70th anniversary of Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz. First launched in only seven papers, the strip’s last-ever new edition ran on February 13, 2000 the day after Schulz’s death.

 - Invisible coffee cup. A good husband understands that women often get confused by stuff that doesn’t matter, as in the unwashed coffee cup that’s been sitting in the sink for days. Few wives understand that it isn’t that we see the coffee cup and choose not to rinse it or put it in the dishwater, but rather that the neural link between our eyeballs and brains actually keeps us from seeing the cup. Researchers say the gender biology of why we don’t see the cup comes down to this: They have a lot of other things on our minds… That doesn’t mean men are off the hook. Additional research shows just doing one extra chore a day, even something small and quick like folding a basket of laundry, works wonders in a woman’s mind.

 - Not a kid in car. A car was parked outside a hospital in England. Two officers on patrol happened to look in the car and thought they saw a baby inside — alone. The officers asked the advice of nurses who agreed it was a real baby. After they smashed their way into the car they learned it was really just a doll wrapped in a blanket. When the owners of the car returned to their vehicle they found the back window broken with a note to call police, who said they would pay for the window.

 - Fun Fact: The average person eats 17 gallons of this a year. (Popcorn. Popped popcorn.) #funfact


 - World Smile Day devotes a day to smiles and spreading random acts of kindness.
Improves mood
Lowers blood pressure
Relieves stress
Betters relationships
Boosts the immune system
Relieves pain
Increases life expectancy

 - Spend money to have zero stress. A third of Americans would spend over $500 to have just one day of zero stress right now, a new study found. The survey of 2,000 Americans revealed three in five feel “constantly on edge” given the pandemic.One in five admitted they feel “drained” most days while 13% are in a constant state of exhaustion.

 - Drones to clean the stadium. The Atlanta Falcons are set to host fans at a limited capacity beginning October 11 when they welcome the Carolina Panthers to town. Welcoming fans for the first time this season brings forth a challenge for the Falcons in the health and safety department and to help them clean the massive Mercedes-Benz Stadium the team is turning to drones. Two drones will be used to clean the stadium with another on deck in case it’s needed. The drones will be used to disinfect the stadium’s seating bowl, handrails, and glass partitions and they allow for a 95 percent reduction of the time needed to clean the seating bowl. The Falcons aren’t the only team in the NFL turning to technology advancements to help clean and sanitize their stadium. The Panthers announced that they will have two virus-killing robots, which cost $125,000 each, to help clean the stadium. Carolina will welcome 5,286 fans to Bank of America Stadium this Sunday as the Cardinals come to town.

 - Two thirds of businesses have seen the number of shoppers fall since lockdown, according to research. A survey of more than 750 ‘bricks and mortar’ companies found 43 per cent felt the drop in footfall was down to an unease over social distancing and keeping the virus at bay. However, almost half of the businesses polled said they had made better use of online tools for e-commerce to help boost their products and services because of the pandemic.

 - Carjacker Returned car. A man stole a car with a baby inside in Washington D.C. on Wednesday and then returned the vehicle and child minutes later. The search for a suspect is ongoing.

 - 7-11 pizza. If you weren’t aware that 7-Eleven serves pizza then this Sunday’s free promotion is for you. The chain is offering free pizzas while supplies last this Sunday, October 4, and it’s so simple to claim a pie for yourself. On Sunday, anyone with the 7Now Delivery App can order a warm pizza for delivery or pickup, meaning even if you don’t feel like leaving your house you can get the free pizza pie to your doorstep. The offer is available for one day only while supplies last, so you’re going to want to hop to it in order to get the deal.



Matt's Musing:

So, I ran out of post-it notes, now I don't know how to remind myself to buy more... #musing


Matt's Pick Song:

“Thou Oh Lord” by the Sisters


Bible Trivia Answer:

A. in the Temple (1 Samuel 3:3)

Radio Recap (Thursday 10/01/20)

Bible Trivia Question:

When told to go tell Pharaoh to let the people go, where did Moses meet God?
A. At the Red Sea
B. At a burning bush (Exodus 3-4)
C. At a well
D. By a dream


In The News:

 - National Hair Day gives the nod to all the styles, products, tools and people who keep our hair healthy and looking its best. When the clothes don’t fit, or you’re running late, it’s always nice to know your hair looks great.

 - TBT. 1982: The first compact disc player went on sale for $625.

 - Moose visits school. An Idaho middle school had to devise a special plan to release students from the building when the campus played host to an unexpected guest — a moose. Coeur d’Alene Public Schools said in a Facebook post that the moose wandered onto the Woodland Middle School campus Tuesday afternoon and decided to stick around for a while. The district said the animal did not show any signs of interest in the humans on campus.

 - Subway Bread. An Irish court has ruled that Subway bread can’t be called “bread” because it contains too much sugar. · Under Ireland’s Value-Added Tax Act of 1972, the Subway bread wouldn’t be tax-exempt because it’s not considered a staple due to its sugar content. The bread’s sugar content is five times more than the qualifying limit and the ruling was made on the white and wholegrain bread. In 2014 Subway removed the start of the flour whitening agent azodicarbonamide which is banned in the European Union and Australia and also used in the manufacturing of yoga mats and carpet underlay.

 - Fun Fact: Each year more than 24,000 home fires are started by what? (Clothes dryers. By the way, October is Dryer Vent Safety Awareness Month.) #funfact


 - National Homemade Cookies Day is observed annually on October 1. If you are looking for an excuse to bake some homemade cookies, look no further. Package them up and share them with neighbors, co-workers, and friends!

 - Hotel Schoolcation. Hotels and resorts across the country are increasingly offering “schoolcation” packages — encouraging frustrated parents to hit the pool while someone else deals with the Zoom calls. The deals come as parents say they’re at their wits’ end working from home while their kids attempt to remotely learn under the same roof.

 - Forget the leaf blower. It’s the must-have power tool of autumn: the electric or gas-powered leaf blower. A real time-saver, right? Not so, says fitness researcher David Powell. Powell says a typical homeowner saves no more time using a leaf blower over a good, large leaf rake — and raking is better for you since you’re burning calories and working a dozen or more muscle groups.

 - National Coffee Day was earlier this week, and today is International Coffee Day. [Which means Solar System Coffee Day is coming soon.]

 - It turns out you may have another regret about your abominable ink — it could harm your sweat glands. Researchers discovered that skin with tattoos perspires less than ink-less skin.The inked skin produced approximately 15 percent less sweat than unmarked skin.

 - If it takes one man one day to dig a 4-foot by 4-foot by 4-foot hole, how long does it take two men to dig the same hole? Answer: No time at all. The first man has already dug it.

 - A ferret that escaped from his owner's home in England was found early the next morning when he wandered into a stranger's home and climbed into bed with a resident.

 - Kissing germs. Research shows that just 10 seconds of passionate kissing transfers up to 80 million bacteria.




Matt's Musing:

You know it's time to clean your screen when you start confusing dirt with punctuation... #musing


Matt's Pick Song:

“On the Banks Of The Promised Land” by Karen Peck & New River


Bible Trivia Answer:

B. At a burning bush (Exodus 3-4)

Radio Recap (Wednesday 09/30/20)

Bible Trivia Question:

What bird did Noah send out from the ark to find dry land, and it never returned?
A. Raven
B. Peacock
C. Dove
D. Robin


In The News:

 - National Love People Day Perfect for the day after the presidential debate, it asks us to lift others up through the profound power of unconditional love. The word “unconditional” on its own is quite profound. Look at its synonyms: wholehearted, unqualified, unreserved, unlimited, unrestricted, unmitigated, unquestioning, complete, total, entire, full, absolute, unequivocal. Add the word love, and the power of the phrase is multiplied. So, on National Love People Day, offer kindness and care to the people in your community.

 - Keys to happiness. There’s a very specific recipe for a happy life. Experts studied 4,000 adults and found that the most self-satisfied people work seven hours a day, have five home cooked meals per week, and take two vacations per year. Hanging out with friends and exercising also helps. Watching TV gives you a boost too, but not too much. Stick to about three of your favorite shows per week.

 - Shopping in October. This is a bargain-hunters dream come true. To compete with Amazon Prime Day coming up in about two weeks, Walmart and Target are set to hold their own special sales. Target just announced "Deal Days" for October 13 and 14 while Walmart is holding a "Big Save" online event that runs October 11-15. Amazon Prime Day is usually held in mid-July, but it was delayed because of the coronavirus pandemic.

 - Thanksgiving Over Zoom. If you’re not a fan of the family drama that often comes with Thanksgiving, stay home — and blame it on the Centers for Disease Control. The CDC has officially recommended people do Thanksgiving virtually this year because of COVID-19. Yes — Thanksgiving over Zoom…
The CDC is suggestion:
• Having a small dinner with only people who live in your household.
• Preparing traditional family recipes for family and neighbors, especially those at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19, and delivering them in a way that doesn’t involve contact with others.
• Shopping online rather than in person on the day after Thanksgiving or the next Monday.
• Watching sports events, parades, and movies from home.

 - Fun Fact: Scientists say the typical one of these is about 101 degrees. (Shower) #funfact

 - National Chewing Gum Day exercises our jaws on September 30th. Pop a bubble or freshen your breath with your favorite piece of chewing gum.

 - Instagrammable Houseplants. With almost 240 million followers, soccer great Cristiano Ronaldo has the most popular Instagram account in the world. You probably knew that. But in case you were wondering which houseplant is most popular on Insta, well, that would be the lowly cactus. The figure comes from HomeHow.co.uk, which has looked through thousands of hashtags to reveal the most Instagrammable house plants around the world. And the cactus is way out in front, possibly because it is the easiest houseplant to grow… The second most popular houseplant to be posted is the hoya.

 - Jet Pack Paramedics. Do you remember Rocketman, or how about Iron Man? The Great North Air Ambulance Service in the United Kingdom has tested its first jet suit paramedic. You heard that right — a paramedic who flies to the rescue like Tony Stark. With this new invention, a paramedic could use the suit to fly in two minutes what it would take a person to walk 30 — and that makes the world of a difference when it comes to life-saving practices such as this.

 - Fake cloned Dino. A video featuring an alleged cloned dinosaur out of China is going viral. While anything seems possible in 2020, the video is not what it’s made out to be. On September 26 a video tweet by @odiomistweets claimed that the video features the first dinosaur cloned by scientists in China. In the video, a man in a lab coat is holding a baby “dinosaur” as it lets out a bellow. The dinosaur is actually an animatronic puppet from a Jurassic World exhibition. But because 2020 keeps throwing buckets of crazy at us, a number of viewers actually believed the video to be real — and that scientists really cloned a dino.

 - Drugs at jail. A Japanese man who was visiting a friend in jail ended up with a cell next door when a packet of drugs fell from his pocket in front of police.

 - Showering during the workday. Showering during the workday helps employees become more productive and more creative, according to a new study. Four businesses — a restaurant, an architectural firm, an advertising agency, and a lingerie company — took part in the eight-week study. Employees took a shower break and results showed improvement across a range of areas, from mood to productivity.



Matt's Musing:

Going up a shirt size as a kid is an accomplishment, but a failure as an adult... #musing


Matt's Pick Song:

“Wedding Music” by the Cathedrals


Bible Trivia Answer:

C. Dove (Genesis 8:12)

Radio Recap (Tuesday 09/29/2020)

Bible Trivia Question:

In the story of the builders, what did the wise man build his house upon?
A. Rock 
B. Sand
C. Crystal
D. Gold


In The News:

 - National Coffee Day

 - Half of Americans have become “quaristas” during 2020, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 coffee drinkers revealed 49% of respondents have become at-home baristas during quarantine, using their time inside to develop their coffee-making skills. Two-thirds (66%) of those have so much faith in their newfound talent, they plan to continue using their barista knowledge to make coffee in their own kitchen — even once the pandemic is over. Conducted by OnePoll and commissioned by the Mr. Coffee® brand ahead of International Coffee Day, the survey revealed the dedication it takes to get a perfect cup and the skills needed to make your favorite brew – cold or hot. Seventy-six percent of respondents spent time perfecting their coffee drink of choice during quarantine — and, of those, the average respondent spent two hours and 10 minutes on the endeavor. What were they working on? Results revealed 57% of respondents picked up a new coffee-related skill, and of those, 18% learned how to make iced coffee. And in the process, many found iced coffee was harder to make at home than hot coffee (38% vs. 19%).

 - Farmville shutting down. Remember Farmville? The once-popular Facebook game is shutting down for good at the end of the month. Farmville launched in 2009 and quickly became a phenomenon, with tens of millions of players tending their virtual farms and harassing their Facebook friends with help requests. On Monday, parent company Zynga announced that Farmville would shut down permanently on Dec. 31st, 2020. But don't worry - Farmville 3 will soon be launching as a mobile app.

 - Harvest For Harmony/Diet Shakes. Thinking of investing in meal replacement shakes to slim down? Consider this: as many one in four people who drink ‘weight-loss’ shakes report putting on weight. One reason might be that over a third admitted using diet shakes not to replace meals but in addition to them.

 - Having trouble making a decision? A study (published in the journal Nature Human Behavior) says the easiest way to make a decision is by narrowing down your options to only two choices. In experiments, 140 participants were asked to choose between three different foods throughout multiple rounds with various food choices. During the experiments the researchers found that rather than weigh all three options equally, participants often focused on the two options they saw as the most promising. And narrowing the decision-making process down this way actually led the participants to make faster decisions.

 - Fun Fact: Health experts say you should change this at least once a year, but the typical household has one that’s three or more years old. (Shower curtain) #funfact

 - Largest Pumpkin. For big pumpkins, Utah is tough to beat. The Utah Giant Pumpkin Growers has recorded eight pumpkins in Utah this year weighing over 1,000 pounds, setting a state record. The first-place pumpkin at the 16th Annual UGPG Thanksgiving Point Weigh-Off on Saturday weighed an incredible 1,825 pounds. The hefty gourd was the second largest pumpkin ever grown in the state… But the record setting may not be over as the Utah Giant Pumpkin Growers will host a second event at Hee Haw Farms on October 10.

 - How’s your math knowledge? The average American parent’s science and math knowledge taps out around the sixth-grade level, according to new research. When asked to estimate the grade they’d be placed into for both math and science if they took a test today, the average respondent said sixth grade for each. The survey of 2,000 American parents of school-aged children also found 42 percent of parents said they would be “lost” trying to teach their child the math curriculum for their grade. And 35 percent said the same about the science curriculum.

 - The answering machine was invented today (September 29) in 1950.

 - Nerf Gun Record. An Idaho man broke his own Guinness World Record when he got 24 shots from a single-load Nerf gun to stick to a target in 1 minute. David Rush, who has broken more than 150 Guinness records to promote STEM education, originally broke the record in 2018 when he fired 16 Nerf darts into a target. He lost the record shortly after and broke it again in 2019 with 19 darts. Rush said he wanted to break the record a third time to make his total more difficult to beat.He said moving too fast can cause the darts to bend, which affects their accuracy. Rush fired off 27 darts in the 1-minute time period. Only one dart missed the target completely, and two others struck the target but bounced off other darts, Rush said. He finished his latest attempt with 24 hits that remained on the target.

 - Bald Men. According to a British study, bald men are less likely to succeed in life than counterparts with full heads of hair. The hairless were more depressed, less sociable and felt less attractive. The younger the man, the worse he felt.

 - Crook dumps car in wrong place. A man robbed a bank in Sweden and made off with a small amount of cash. His mistake came when he tried to dump his getaway car. He got rid of the car and took off running, apparently unaware that he had parked near a police dog compound. As soon as police found the stolen car they released a canine unit that quickly tracked down the suspect. There were about 70 dogs in the training ground at the time.



Matt's Musing:

Music sounds better when you’re driving a car... #musing


Matt's Pick Song:

“One Step Farther” by the Freemans 


Bible Trivia Answer:

A. Rock (Luke 6:47-49)

Radio Recap (Monday 09/28/20)

Bible Trivia Question:

Who wrestled with God and was given the name Israel?
A. Daniel
B. Jacob (Genesis 32:22-32)
C. Esau
D. Joshua


In The News:

 - National Family Day encourages everyone to gather around the table and enjoy a meal together.

 - Selfie Sticks. Selfie sticks are still around and still being used, but not like they were a few years ago. In fact, it got so bad that five years ago — in 2015 — all Disney theme parks, Six Flags parks, most U.S. landmarks, many museums, state fairs and most professional and college events said enough was enough and banned them.

 - Don’t yell “Shoot”. A neighbor called police on some rabid Tampa Bay Lightning fans who were screaming “shoot! shoot!” as they watched Game 3 of the Stanley Cup final on TV Wednesday night. The call prompted several deputies to show up at Devon Garnett’s apartment door. He and two friends had gathered to watch the game at Garnett’s apartment. In the first period, the trio began screaming for a goal, prompting the 911 call.

 - With fall firearms turkey season running Oct. 1 - 31 and archery turkey season underway, the Missouri Department of Conservation advises turkey hunters it could be another challenging season. According to MDC, turkey production in Missouri steadily increased during the 1990s before declining during the 2000s. While production began to increase throughout much of the state from about 2009 to 2014, Missouri has had poor production over the last several years. However, relatively few people hunt turkeys during the fall season, which results in low hunting pressure and little competition among hunters.

 - Fun Fact: Percentage of American men who say they would marry the same woman if they had it to do all over again: 80
Percentage of American women who say they’d marry the same man if they had it to do all over again: 50
#funfact

 - National Good Neighbor Day creates an opportunity for neighbors to get to know each other better. This day acknowledges and celebrates the importance of a good neighbor.

 - Those mundane tasks. A new survey finds we spend an hour a day on mundane tasks — like making our bed, cleaning the toilet, mowing the lawn and cooking. You know, grown-up stuff.

 - Rat wins Animal Hero Award. A rat just won a top civilian award for animal bravery, receiving the honor for searching out unexploded landmines in Cambodia. Magawa, a giant African pouched rat, was awarded a British charity’s top award for after discovering 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordinance in the past seven years… First known as the People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals, PDSA started as a free veterinary clinic in 1917 and has honored heroic animals since 1943… Magawa was trained by a Belgian organization that has taught rats to find landmines for more than 20 years.

 - Nick Fury to Disney+. To the delight of many fans, it was reported on Friday that Samuel L. Jackson would be reprising his role as Nick Fury in his very own Disney+ series. And according to sources, Brie Larson’s Captain Marvel is set to to accompany Jackson’s Fury in some capacity.


 - Space vote. NASA astronaut Kate Rubins will cast her next vote from space — more than 200 miles above Earth. Rubins is just outside Moscow in Star City, Russia, preparing with two cosmonauts for a mid-October launch and a six-month stay at the International Space Station. Most U.S. astronauts live in Houston. Texas law allows them to vote from space using a secure electronic ballot. Mission Control forwards the ballot to the space station and relays the completed ballot back to the county clerk.

 - It’s not about money or celebrity. And it’s not even about getting your hands dirty. The job with the least prestige is: real estate broker. That’s the word from a nationwide Harris Poll of adults that measured Americans’ perception of the most and least prestigious professions.
… The professions with the greatest prestige: scientists; doctors; firefighters.
… The professions with the least prestige: accountant; stockbroker; real estate agent.

 - Criminal calls cops. A man wanted for theft in Canada was caught after he called police to report a break-in at his own home. When the man called police to report the crime, they realized he was wanted on an outstanding warrant related to a burglary years ago.



Matt's Musing:

I'm not as smart as I used to be. But then again, you can't stay a teenager all of your life... #musing


Matt's Pick Song:

“God’s Not Through With You ” by Mike And Kelly Bowling


Bible Trivia Answer:

B. Jacob (Genesis 32:22-32)

Radio Recap (Friday 09/25/20)

Bible Trivia Question:

Who would not believe that Jesus was resurrected until he saw Him with his own eyes?
A. Thomas 
B. Paul
C. Joseph
D. Lazarus


In The News:

 - 3 months until Christmas. When it comes to offspring, National Daughter’s Day reminds of the young women and girls in our lives.

 - Online safety for children. Three-quarters of American parents are more worried than ever about their child’s online safety due to distance learning, according to new research. As children return to their classrooms virtually, the survey asked 2,000 American parents of school-aged children about the learning curves they’re experiencing alongside their children this school year and the worries that come with them. The survey found that 76% of respondents are worried about their child’s online safety while distance learning – with 41% strongly agreeing with this sentiment.

 - Road Trip relationship A study found that reconnecting with your sweetie boils down to two words: road trip. A whopping 84 percent of couples say taking a simple road trip strengthened their relationship. That’s quality time — just you and your sweetie. 63 percent say they hold hands or share a kiss at a red lights. It’s also a good time to talk about something important.

 - Bathroom Turkey. Deputies and animal services officers in Virginia responded to a resident's home where a turkey crashed through a window and barricaded itself inside the bathroom. Loudoun County Animal Services said a pair of Loudoun County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a local home where a resident reported hearing a window breaking followed by the sound of the apparent culprit moving through the home.

 - National Comic Book Day honors the art, artists and the stories of comic books. Fans and collectors, readers and artists come together to celebrate the day with events across the country.

 - Women diet. A recent survey found the typical woman will diet twice a year for about seven weeks each time. She’ll typically lose between 9 and 11 pounds each time, but most likely will gain it back.

 - Glovebox snake. An Australian woman called a reptile specialist for help when she spotted a venomous snake poking out from her glove compartment during a trip to the pharmacy. Andrew Smedley of Andrew's Snake Removal said he was summoned to a Queensland pharmacy by a woman who was pulling up to the business when she spotted a snake slithering out from the glove compartment of her vehicle. It was identified as a venomous red-bellied black snake.

 - Helicopter catch. A Seminole County, Florida Sheriff’s Office helicopter pilot got an alert from his home’s smart camera. He was on duty, flying, but he checked the camera and saw two suspicious people at his home. He alerted deputies — and flew over to help. After the pilot spotted the suspects’ SUV, deputies attempted to pull it over, but the driver sped off. Deputies used stop sticks and were able to catch three suspects.

 - Men Scared of bugs. A survey shows 64 percent of adults are scared of bugs. Interestingly, men were more likely than women to be “very scared” of bugs — 32 percent vs. 22 percent.



Matt's Musing:

If I keep repeating the same mistakes in life for so long... may we just call them "traditions"?.... #musing


Matt's Pick Song:

“Rasslin’ Jacob” by the Gaither Vocal Band


Bible Trivia Answer:

A. Thomas (John 20:28)