I must admit to being a bit worried about the coronavirus. The Dali Lama said, “If something can be fixed, there is no need to worry about it. If something can’t be fixed, worrying about it does no good”. I will do my best not to worry about it. Much. As little as possible. It’s March 1st, 2020. It will be an interesting March. Today is National Dadgum That’s Good Day, National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day, National Fruit Compote Day, National Pig Day, Share A Smile Day and National Compliment Day. I hereby change the word Dadgum, to Damn. Now it makes more sense. In 1780 Pennsylvania becomes 1st US state to abolish slavery (for newborns only). In 1847 Michigan becomes 1st English-speaking jurisdiction to abolish the death penalty (except for treason against the state). In 1872 Yellowstone becomes the world’s 1st national park. Finally, in 1949 Former world heavyweight boxing champion Joe Louis retires with a 66-3-0 record including 52 KOs; defended the title a record 25 times. He said, “When I was boxing I made five million and wound up broke, owing the government a million.” This is the place where I look at birthdays and deaths and find an interesting quote from the people I pick. Not today. This is Glenn Miller’s, the band leader’s birthday. No good quotes. This is the Day that Jacki Coogan who played Uncle Fester on the Adams Family died. No quotes at all. That’s it for this morning. Now, try to enjoy this day of life. Our supply of them isn’t unlimited. Abide
