Saint Nickolas II is carrying relics of Saint Seraphim of Sarov - August, 1903 |
31 июля 2013 г.
1 August - 110th Anniversary of the canonization of Saint Seraphim of Sarov in Russia
1 August - Yorkshire Day (Great Britain)
Celebrate this fantastic county!
29 июля 2013 г.
30 July 1818 - Emily Jane Brontë , an English novelist and poet, was born

Emily and Anne write poetry and stories for their imaginary world of Gondal. Few survive, but they worked together on poems and the Gondal sagas into the 1840's.
In July 1835 she enrolled at Miss Wooler's school at Roe Head Mirfield which lasted for 3 months, returning to Haworth in October.
In February 1842 Charlotte and Emily left Haworth for the Pensionnat Heger at Brussels. While there they learnt French, German and Music. In November 1842 Emily returns to Haworth with Charlotte.
In September 1845 Charlotte inadvertently discovers Emily's poems. Emily is angered by the intrusion into her private writings. Her sister convinced her to collaborate on a book of poems. About this time it is thought Emily started to write Wuthering Heights.
30 July - Father-in-law Day in the USA

Dad
Anonymous
The joy of a morning in spring,
The faith of a mustard seed,
The patience of eternity,
The depth of a family need,
Then God combined these qualities,
And there was nothing more to add,
He knew his masterpiece was complete,
And He called it - Dad.
Anonymous
The joy of a morning in spring,
The faith of a mustard seed,
The patience of eternity,
The depth of a family need,
Then God combined these qualities,
And there was nothing more to add,
He knew his masterpiece was complete,
And He called it - Dad.
28 июля 2013 г.
Russian Christianity is turning 1025 years old
On July 24 celebrations are starting in Russia that are dedicated to the 1025th anniversary of Christianity in Russia. The head of the Russian Orthodox Church patriarch Kirill will lead the service in the country’s main cathedral – the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. The 1025th birthday of Russian Christianity will be marked by church services and cross processions not only in Russia, but also in Belorussia and Ukraine.
26 июля 2013 г.
28 July 1015 - Vladimir Sviatoslavich the Great, "the Red Sun", prince of Novgorod, grand prince of Kiev, died
The illegitimate son of Prince Sviatoslav I of Kiev, Vladmir consolidated the Kievan Rus' from the Ukraine to the Baltic Sea through his military exploits. During his early reign, he remained a zealous pagan, devoting himself to the Slavic-Norse deities, establishing numerous temples, and practicing polygamy. In 987, however, he converted to Christianity as a condition of a marriage alliance with Anna, the daughter of the Byzantine Emperor Basil II. He then ordered the conversion of Kiev and Novgorod to the Orthodox Church and began the destruction of other faiths.
The Christianity of Rus' |
After his conversion, and with the Byzantine Empire now his ally, Vladimir was able to live for the most part in peace with his neighbors and devote new resources to education, legal reform, and charitable works. The Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches celebrate the feast day of St. Vladimir on July 15. A large number of legends and Russian folk songs were written in Vladimir’s memory.
28 July - National Milk Chocolate Day in the USA
Chocoholics unite—it’s National Milk Chocolate Day!
How is milk chocolate different from other chocolates? It's a mix of cocoa solid and either dry or condensed milk. While dark chocolate is traditionally used as a baking ingredient, this sweet treat is used to make chocolate candy bars, hot chocolate, and many delicious desserts.
Did you know that chocolate actually has mood-enhancing benefits? That’s right—chocolate can make you happy! This is due to the fact that it contains a stimulant called theobromine and a compound called anandamide. Now that’s a reason to celebrate!
Today, enjoy milk chocolate your favorite way. Happy Milk Chocolate Day!
28 July (Fourth Sunday in July) - National Parents Day in the USA
The establishment of Parents’ Day was the result of a bipartisan, multiracial and interfaith coalition of religious, civic and elected leaders who recognized the need to promote responsible parenting in our society and to uplift ideal parental role models, especially for our nation's children.
Since the creation of this annual day of commemoration, local faith communities, elected officials and activists throughout the nation have creatively launched many activities around the theme of Parents' Day designed to celebrate and strengthen the traditional, two-parent family.
The National Parents' Day Council does not envision Parents' Day to be yet "another" day to honor parents, but rather a day when parents honor their children and the God-centered family ideal by rededicating themselves to manifest the highest standard of unconditional true love.
25 июля 2013 г.
26 July - Aunt and Uncle's Day
Aunt and Uncles Day honors a very special pair of relatives. They are your mom and dad''s brothers and sisters. We hope you have a lot of Aunts and Uncles. The more, the merrier. They have the inside scoop on your parents. They grew up as the siblings who witnessed all the bad behavior and missed curfews, not to mention they are the perfect source for embarrassing stories. And on another note, they can be like extra parents, ready to give you advice, cheer you up, and look out for you.
So give your favorite aunt or uncle a call, pay them a visit, or send them a little present to thank them for all they do. Our Aunts and Uncles mean a lot to us. Among other things, they are most likely:
The backup caretaker when mom and dad go out, or are at work.
Real characters at family get-togethers and events.
Someone we can talk to and related to..... some things we just can talk about with "parental units".
Real characters at family get-togethers and events.
Someone we can talk to and related to..... some things we just can talk about with "parental units".
Sound counsel and advice.
Someone who takes you to fun places and events.
Someone whose house is a great place to sleepover, especially if you have cousins.
Someone who takes you to fun places and events.
Someone whose house is a great place to sleepover, especially if you have cousins.
The ones who give you great presents for birthdays, Christmas and special events.
And, the benefits of Aunts and Uncles goes on, and on, and on, and.........
Celebrate Aunt and Uncles Day by spending time with your Aunts and Uncles. If you can't visit, make a phone call. And, send them an Ecard.
Celebrate Aunt and Uncles Day by spending time with your Aunts and Uncles. If you can't visit, make a phone call. And, send them an Ecard.
24 июля 2013 г.
25 July 1834 - Samuel Taylor Coleridge, an English poet, literary critic and philosopher, died
23 июля 2013 г.
24 July 969 - Saint Olga, "Olga of Kiev", wise Olga, died
Princess Olga’s life was full of great deeds described in numerous historical records, as well as legendary facts that are still disputed by historians today.
According to the most traditional theory, recorded in the Primary Chronicle, Olga was born in Pskov (currently a city in the northwest of Russia) into a family of Varyag origin. Varyags were also known as Vikings or Norsemen, who came to the territory of current Russia, Ukraine and Belarus during the 8th and 9th centuries. This theory about Olga’s birth also explains the origin of her name, which is derived from the Scandinavian “Helga.” Other historical versions state that Olga was either a daughter of Oleg Veshchy, the founder of the state of Kievan Rus, or had Bulgarian roots.
22 июля 2013 г.
23 July - National Hot Dog Day in the USA
This photo of The Wiener's Circle is courtesy of TripAdvisor
Hot dogs are one of the most iconic American foods. No cookout or baseball game would be complete without a delicious hot dog served on a bun and covered in ketchup, mustard, onions, relish, or chili.
Hot dogs (which are also known as frankfurters, franks, wieners, dogs, and red hots) have been around since the late 1800s. Today, the National Hot Dog & Sausage Council estimates that Americans consume 20 billion hot dogs a year!
To celebrate National Hot Dog Day, cook up some hot dogs for dinner tonight. Invite some friends over for an impromptu cookout and celebrate this yummy all-American favorite.
21 июля 2013 г.
A Parable about faith
"Do you believe in magic?" Life asked.
"No, I don't, - the man who was selling sweets, asked, "just children believe in magic, they are dreamers."
"Do you believe in the Eternal Love?" Life asked.
"No, I don't" a man asked, "Love doesn't exist, just chemistry connects us with another man, and its action ends in three years, then it's just an attachment."
"Do you believe in the Dream?" Life asked.
"No, I don't" a man asked, "Just fools dream."
"Do you believe in the Kindness?"
"No, I don't. The people are wicked, they are just afraid to demonstrate it. Kindness is a lie."
"But what do you believe in?"
"Do you believe in the Eternal Love?" Life asked.
"No, I don't" a man asked, "Love doesn't exist, just chemistry connects us with another man, and its action ends in three years, then it's just an attachment."
"Do you believe in the Dream?" Life asked.
"No, I don't" a man asked, "Just fools dream."
"Do you believe in the Kindness?"
"No, I don't. The people are wicked, they are just afraid to demonstrate it. Kindness is a lie."
"But what do you believe in?"
"I beleive in unwillingness of parents to give their children money for sweets. Due to this I can't earn enough money to live as I want."
"Do you believe in wishes?"
"Yes, I do, but my wishes are never realized."
"Poor thing," Life asked. "Magic will never be with you, you will never meet the Eternal Love, your dreams will never be fulfilled, you won't make out the Kindness and your wishes will never be realized..."
"But why?!" the seller cried.
"Because you should beleive in everything, even if just a little. Faith gives opportunities. Opportunities show directions. Directions discover ways. And ways...leads to fulfilment of your wishes."
"Do you believe in wishes?"
"Yes, I do, but my wishes are never realized."
"Poor thing," Life asked. "Magic will never be with you, you will never meet the Eternal Love, your dreams will never be fulfilled, you won't make out the Kindness and your wishes will never be realized..."
"But why?!" the seller cried.
"Because you should beleive in everything, even if just a little. Faith gives opportunities. Opportunities show directions. Directions discover ways. And ways...leads to fulfilment of your wishes."
22 July 1878 - Janusz Korczak, a Polish-Jewish educator, children's author, was born
Life is the most precious gift, and the Hero is the one who gives it for the others. Yanush Korchak, Polish kid's writer, is the right person to prove that. And now, when the Second World War is so far away, we should remember those who showed the complete courage and heroism having just one goal - to make somebody feel less bitter.
Yanush Korchak was a principle of a school for Jewish kids who lost their parents. Every day he had to think what food he would give them, living in the occupied Warsaw. But also the other aim of an old doctor was to make his kids happy with only the help of his love and understanding. Korchak opened the door to childhood - and left it wide open for us in his books.
So, as we've already told, in those times there was the Second World War. The Nazis decided to send poor Jewish children to Treblinka death camp - maybe, the worst place you can imagine. That was the place where grownups, and - lots of children - were to be killed as those who were of no use for their new world. And the principle followed his students in their last journey...
20 июля 2013 г.
21 July 1796- Robert Burns, a Scottish poet and lyricist, died
Early life
Robert Burns was born on 25 January 1759 in the village of Alloway, two miles south of Ayr. His parents, Willian Burnes[s] and Agnes Broun, were tenant farmers but they ensured their son received a relatively good education and he began to read avidly. The works of Alexander Pope, Henry Mackenzie and Laurence Sterne fired Burns's poetic impulse and relationships with the opposite sex provided his inspiration. Handsome Nell, for Nellie Kilpatrick, was his first song.
Hard physical labour on the family farm took its toll on the young Burns, who increasingly turned his attentions towards the passions of poetry, nature, drink and women which would characterise the rest of his life. He fathered twins with eventual wife Jean Armour, but a rift in their relationship nearly led to Burns emigrating to the West Indies with lover Mary Campbell (his Highland Mary). Mary's sudden death and the sensational success of his first published collection of verse kept him in Scotland. At just 27, Burns had already become famous across the country with poems such as To a Louse, To a Mouse and The Cotter's Saturday Night.
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