Mid-Day Recap (Friday 11/30/18)

Bible Trivia Question:
Who holds the keys of hell and death?

A. Satan

B. John

C. Peter

D. Jesus (Revelation 1:18)

In The News:

• Bring on the blueberry cobbler! Scientists say eating blueberries can help reverse memory loss. Researchers from the University of Reading found that adding blueberries to diets consistently improved their memory. They say flavonoid rich foods trigger the part of the brain which is responsible for memory and learning.
• Is this really a surprise? A study found that men may be more comfortable at temperatures as much as 5 degrees lower than women are. It’s a discovery that could be made by talking to literally any woman who works in an office where the thermostat is controlled by men.
• This Christmas, there’s one carol that’s sure to clear the room: Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer. According to a poll, the novelty hit is the one holiday song that most Americans say they’ve heard way too often.

Matt’s Mid-Day Fact:

38% of adults claim they gave away their fruitcake, 28% said they actually ate it. #MidDayFact

Social Media Fun:

Let the debate begin.... What is coat weather, and what is hoodie weather? Chime in the discussion below!

Bonus News (not mentioned on-air):

• A guy in China woke his wife from a 10-year coma by nibbling on her toes.

Matt's Musing:

No matter what anyone says, my cooking is excellent... even the smoke alarm seems to be cheering me on!... #musing

Matt's Pick Song:

“Christmas In Heaven” by Doug Anderson

Bible Trivia Answer:

D. Jesus (Revelation 1:18)

Mid-Day Recap (Thursday 11/29/18)

Bible Trivia Question:
Who was the first person to enter the empty tomb of Jesus?

A. Peter

B. James

C. John

D. Mary

In The News:

• Drivers in England (Wisbech) were forced to stop when a giant red-suited figure carrying a sack broke free from its moorings and blew on to the road. A traffic alert announced there was “slow traffic due to a large inflatable Santa on the B198…”
• If you’ve been holding off buying an Apple Watch, maybe adding two years to your life will make you change your mind. Research on 400,000 adults found that those who used fitness trackers linked to reward schemes saw activity levels increase by more than a third. … Those with the fitness trackers managed 4.8 days activity a month on average, compared with 3.5 days among those without the devices.
• Having trouble getting your kids to clean up after themselves? Well, how about turning it into a game? Dyson’s got a kid-sized toy vacuum called the Casdon that actually sucks dirt up off the floor. It isn’t as powerful as the Dyson moms and dads use, but it works just well enough to trick your kiddo into picking up some of the slack. $30 on Amazon.
• If you’re looking to keep certain content from ever appearing on your Facebook wall, there might be a feature coming for you. A source says Facebook is testing the ability to ban certain words, phrases and emoji from appearing on your personal timeline.
• More than a third of us have no idea what to get our partner...The other half is the trickiest person to buy for. Despite spending more time with their partner than any other family member, more than a third have absolutely no idea what to get them this Christmas. A typical adult will spend almost three hours searching for the perfect gift for their significant.

Matt’s Mid-Day Fact:

Experts on consumer spending say that when we shop with a child, we buy 40% more. #MidDayFact

Social Media Fun:

TRENDING ON TWITTER: #HallmarkMoviesIn5Words

• So bad, but so good.

• They’re all the same movie.

• Same actors just different movie.

• White people being very mediocre.

• Meet me at the gazebo.

• Like bathing in hot chocolate.

Bonus News (not on-air):

A British study has found that the touchscreens you use to order food in McDonald’s restaurants carry traces of human poo. An investigation was carried out in six London branches of the fast food chain, and every McDonald’s screen that was swabbed was found to have poo bacteria on them.… One of the researchers said, “We were all surprised how much gut and fecal bacteria there was on the touchscreen machines.” ...Really, dude?

Matt's Musing:

When I was a kid, I hated going to bed. Now I cherish every hour of sleep.... #musing

Matt's Pick Song:

“Ring The Bells” by the Steeles

Bible Trivia Answer:

A. Peter (John 20:4-6)

Mid-Day Recap (Wednesday 11/28/18)

Bible Trivia Question:
How did Judas indicate to the crowd who Jesus was?

A. A hand shake

B. A hug

C. A kiss (Matthew 26:47-49)

D. A fist bump

In The News:

• When it comes to Christmas trees, do you prefer real or fake?
• Winter’s not our favorite season, but there are some things we love about it, according to a survey. Our top five things are crisp fresh air in the morning; beautiful scenery; sitting by the fire; walks through crunchy leaves; Christmas lights.
• In a new study, most people said they have no idea what their normal blood pressure should be. Fair enough — it’s not a number we discuss or are asked about very often. Like, say, our height. You’re more likely to be asked how tall you are than what your blood pressure is. But shockingly, about one in five of us don’t know how tall we are!

Matt’s Mid-Day Fact:

The average Christmas Tree is 6½ feet tall #MidDayFact

More News:

The dating app “Clover” thought it would be interesting to analyze data from 3½ million of their users to see where they go on a first date.

The top 10 first date hot spots are:

1. Starbucks
2. Chick-fil-A
3. In-N-Out Burger
4. Texas Roadhouse
5. Panera
6. Chipotle
7. Barns & Noble
8. Olive Garden
9. Buffalo Wild Wings
10. Cheesecake Factory

Just in case you’re wondering, 7-Eleven came in at #17….

Matt's Musing:

If somebody ever stole my identity, I’m pretty sure they’d give it right back.... #musing

Matt's Pick Song:

“We Three Kings” by Canton Junction

Bible Trivia Answer:

C. A kiss (Matthew 26:47-49)

Mid-Day Recap (Tuesday 11/27/18)

Bible Trivia Question:
What was David before becoming a king?

A. Fisherman

B. Shepherd

C. Knight

D. Carpenter

In The News:

• Today in 1924: The first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade was held in New York City.
• Leftovers, with few exceptions, last four days in the fridge. That means if you’ve got turkey, stuffing, green bean casserole and so on chilling in the fridge, the last day to polish them off was Monday — according to food safety experts.
• Six in 10 parents are already suffering from ‘Christmas stress’. The survey reveals the biggest stress creator is gifts — finding the right ones and finding a place to hide them.

Matt’s Mid-Day Fact:

37% of adults say the holidays are the cause of headaches. #MidDayFact

Matt's Musing:

In order to get a loan, you must first prove you don't need it. #musing

Matt's Pick Song:

“For Unto Us A Child Is Born” by Legacy Five

Bible Trivia Answer:

B. Shepherd (1 Samuel 16:11)

Mid-Day Recap (Monday 11/26/18)

Bible Trivia Question:
Who told the first lie in the Bible?

A. Adam

B. Eve

C. The serpent

D. Cain

In The News:

• Today in 1789: A national Thanksgiving Day was observed in the United States as recommended by President George Washington and approved by Congress.
• 35 years ago this season Cabbage Patch Kids were the hottest toys. And because there was no internet and Amazon and eBay, the only way to get a doll was to fight for it. Literally. This week in 1983. the Associated Press reported U.S. stores nationwide were being besieged by shoppers searching for Cabbage Patch Kids.
• A woman was caught on camera stealing a package off a doorstep in Florida (Orange County). Little did she know, the box was filled with 500 worms for someone’s pet lizard.

Matt’s Mid-Day Fact:

43% of Americans call the Black Friday shopping experience “annoying”. #MidDayFact

Matt's Musing:

I agree that money talks. Mine says “goodbye...!” #musing

Matt's Pick Song:

“Let There Be Peace On Earth” by Kirk Talley

Bible Trivia Answer:

C. The serpent (Genesis 3:4 & 5)

Mid-Day Recap (Friday 11/23/18)

Bible Trivia Question:
What was the hometown of King David?

A. Jerusalem

B. Babylon

C. Bethlehem

D. Jericho

In The News:

• Poor plumbers! Thanks to all that food we gobble up on Thanksgiving, Roto-Rooter reports that kitchen drains, garbage disposals, and yes, toilets, require more attention the day after Thanksgiving than any other day of the year.
• Giving thanks is a healthy past-time. A study found those who keep a list of things for which they are grateful feel better about themselves and have more to be thankful for than those who keep a list of grievances and disappointments. The thankful group also reported better progress toward long term goals involving family, school, employment, friends and health. The key to happiness was reviewing the “grateful” lists on a regular basis.
• A new survey about grandparents compiled the most important pieces of advice people ever received from their grandpas and grandmas. The top five things we learned from our grandparents: How to be thankful; How to cook; How to clean; How to be smart with money; How to do basic DIY.

Matt’s Mid-Day Fact:

75% of parents say they have at least one picky eater in their home. #MidDayFact

Matt's Musing:

2 out of 3 isn't bad. Unless you come home from the store with 2 out 3 kids…. #musing

Matt's Pick Song:

“We Need A Silent Night Again” by the Perrys

Bible Trivia Answer:

C. Bethlehem (I Samuel 17:12)

Mid-Day Recap (Thursday 11/22/18)

Bible Trivia Question:
When Jesus healed the ten lepers, how many returned and thanked him?

A. 1

B. 3

C. 5

D. 10

Matt’s Mid-Day Fact:

There were no mashed potatoes, pumpkin pies, or even corn on the cob at the first Thanksgiving feast. No turkeys either! #MidDayFact

Thanksgiving Prayer

Heavenly Father, on Thanksgiving Day

We bow our hearts to You and pray.

We give You thanks for all You've done

Especially for the gift of Jesus, Your Son.

For beauty in nature, Your glory we see

For joy and health, friends and family,

For daily provision, Your mercy, and care

These are the blessings You graciously share.

So today we offer this response of praise

With a promise to follow You all of our days.

—Mary Fairchild

For This We Give Thee Thanks

For hands that reach and touch our own,

For baby's laughter in our home,

For shoulders that in grief are loaned,

Dear Lord, we give You thanks.

For lips that brave the tender words,

For eyes that speak what can't be heard,

For God's own precious Holy Word,

Dear Lord, we give You thanks.

For open doors and welcomings,

For friends who laugh and sometimes sing,

For everything each season brings,

Dear Lord, we give You thanks.

For large or small, the gifts You give,

For just the privilege to live,

For all we've had and yet You give,

Dear Lord, we give You thanks.

For promises that soon shall be,

Because He hung upon the tree,

For Love that lasts eternally,

Most of all, Lord, thanks, oh, thanks!

-Joan Clifton Costner

Twas the night of Thanksgiving

Twas the night of Thanksgiving, but

I just couldn't sleep. I tried counting

backwards, I tried counting sheep.

The leftovers beckoned -- the dark meat

and white, but I fought the temptation

with all of my might. Tossing and

turning with anticipation, the thought

of a snack became infatuation.

So I raced to the kitchen, flung open the

door and gazed at the fridge, full of

goodies galore. I gobbled up turkey

and buttered potatoes, pickles and

carrots, beans and tomatoes.

I felt myself swelling so plump and so

round, till all of a sudden, I rose off the

ground! I crashed through the ceiling,

floating into the sky with a mouthful

of pudding and a handful of pie. But

I managed to yell, as I soared past

the trees --

Happy Eating To All!

Pass the cranberries please!

Thanksgiving facts:

• No forks at the first Thanksgiving!The first Thanksgiving was eaten with spoons and knives — but no forks! That's right, forks weren't even introduced to the Pilgrims until 10 years later and weren't a popular utensil until the 18th century.
• Americans eat 46 million turkeys each Thanksgiving.
• The average turkey for Thanksgiving weighs 15 pounds.
• Female turkeys (called hens) do not gobble. Only male turkeys gobble.
• Campbell's soup created green bean casserole recipe for an annual cookbook 50 years ago. It now sells $20 million worth of cream of mushroom soup.
• Presidents originally had to declare it a holiday every year. History says Jefferson refused because he strongly believed in the separation of church and state. Since Thanksgiving involved prayer, he thought making it a holiday would violate the First Amendment. However, it wasn’t until October 3, 1863, at the height of the Civil War, that President Abraham Lincoln issued a Thanksgiving Day proclamation encouraging Americans "in every part of the United States, and also those who are at sea, and those who are sojourning in foreign lands, to set apart and observe the last Thursday of November next as a Day of Thanksgiving and Prayer to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the heavens." Thanksgiving has been celebrated in the United States ever since.
• Most Americans like Thanksgiving leftovers more than the actual meal. Almost eight in 10 agree that the second helpings of stuffing, mashed potatoes, and pie beat out the big dinner itself, according to a 2015 Harris Poll.
• An estimated 50 million pumpkin pies are eaten on Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving Fun:

• Which side of the turkey has the most feathers? The outside!

• Who is not hungry a the Thanksgiving dinner table? The turkey… it’s already stuffed!

• What’s a turkey’s favorite website? Google Google Google…
• What happened to the turkey how got into a fight? He got the stuffing knocked out of him!
• What sound would a turkey’s phone make? Wing Wing...

Matt's Musing:

What smells the best at Thanksgiving? Your nose of course! #musing

Matt's Pick Song:

“In Everything Give Thanks” by Charlotte Ritchie

Bible Trivia Answer:

A. 1 (Luke 17:15)