Thought of the Day: Contraception

Condom companies technically kill their future customers.

The male contraceptive sheath, also known as a condom, has a long history of use. The ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans used linen sheaths as a form of birth control, and the first documented use of a condom made from animal tissue (bladder or intestine) was in the 16th century.

It is said that the invention of the first modern rubber condoms was attributed to Goodyear and Hancock, who independently developed the process of vulcanization in 1839, which made rubber more elastic and durable.

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Quote of the Day: Certainty

“In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.”

Benjamin Franklin

Benjamin Franklin was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He was born in Boston on January 17, 1706, and died in Philadelphia on April 17, 1790. Franklin was a polymath who excelled in many fields, including writing, science, invention, and politics.

As a writer, Franklin is best known for his Poor Richard’s Almanack and for his autobiography, which is considered one of the greatest examples of the genre. He was also a renowned inventor, who created many practical devices that are still in use today, such as the lightning rod, bifocals, and the Franklin stove.

In politics, Franklin played a central role in the American Revolution, serving as a delegate to the Continental Congress and helping to draft the U.S. Constitution. He also served as the Ambassador to France, where he played a crucial role in securing French support for the American Revolution. After the war, he helped to establish the new nation’s first international treaty, the Treaty of Paris.

Franklin’s legacy extends beyond his accomplishments, as he is also remembered for his wit, his wisdom, and his famous sayings, such as “Early to bed, early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise” and “A penny saved is a penny earned”. His life story and his character have made him one of the most admired figures in American history.

The quote is from Benjamin Franklin, one of the founding fathers of the United States, and it means that in life, there are two things that are certain: that everyone will die, and that everyone will have to pay taxes. The quote is often used to express the idea that certain things in life are inevitable, no matter what. In this context, Franklin is saying that death and taxes are the only things that can be counted on as certain.

It is also a famous phrase and often being used in different situations, it is generally used to express that some things are just inescapable facts of life, and that one should simply accept them and move on, rather than trying to avoid or resist them. Alternatively, most people use it to show that life is unpredictable and we should make the most of uncertainty as it provides us with opportunities. Seize your opportunities today!

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The Sage

The Sage upon a mountaintop,
With wisdom that would never stop,
His teachings were a guiding light,
That shone so far and wide and bright.


With hair as white as fallen snow,
He’d often sit and watch the flow,
Of rivers and the passing clouds,
And offer wisdom to the crowds.


For those who sought to know the way,
He’d point towards the end of day,
And tell of all the path to tread,
To gain the wisdom they had sought instead


His words like honey to the ear,
And peace to those who held them dear,
For in his teachings they could see,
The secrets of eternity.


And though the years have come and gone,
His wisdom still lives on and on,
A guide to those who seek the truth,
The Sage upon the mountain roof.

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Advice of the Day: Mother

When in doubt, always ask your mother.

This saying suggests that a mother is a reliable source of advice and guidance, particularly when someone is unsure about something. The saying implies that a mother’s advice can be trusted and that she can provide the answers to questions or problems that someone may have. The idea behind this phrase is that mothers typically have a lot of wisdom, and experience from life, so they can provide their children with the support and guidance they need.

It can be seen as a reminder to seek help and guidance from a mother figure in one’s life, or it can be seen as a representation of the traditional role of a mother as a caretaker, and someone who is always there to help and support their children.

It is worth noting that, this saying is generally used as a figure of speech, and it doesn’t really mean one should always ask their mother for help, but instead they should reach out to someone they trust and who they know will give good guidance.

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Thought of the Day: Skinny

People who are larger have more skin. Making them skinnier.

The word “skinny” has been used to describe thin or slender people for a long time, but its origin is not entirely clear. According to the Oxford English Dictionary, the word “skinny” in the sense of “thin” or “lean” first appeared in the early 19th century. However, the word has likely been used in similar ways for much longer.

One theory is that it may have originated as a slang or informal word, and eventually made its way into more formal usage. Another theory is that it comes from the word “skin,” as in “thin as a skin,” which has been used as a metaphor for thinness for centuries.

The word has been used in English since at least the 17th century when it appeared to have meant something akin to ‘barely there’ or ‘meagre’, but by the early 19th century, it had taken on the meaning of ‘thin or thin and bony’.

It is also possible that the word “skinny” may have had multiple independent origins, or that its origin has been lost to history.

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Quote of the Day: Light

“There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.”

Edith Wharton

Edith Wharton was a Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist, short story writer, and designer. She was born in 1862 and died in 1937. She is best known for her novels, including “The House of Mirth,” “Ethan Frome,” and “The Age of Innocence,” which explore the lives and morals of the upper class in New York society.

This quote suggests that there are two ways to share knowledge, wisdom, or enlightenment with others: by being the source of that light oneself, or by reflecting the light of others. The metaphor of light can be understood to represent any kind of positive influence or understanding that one might seek to share with the people around us.

Another interpretation of this quote might be that there are two different approaches one can take to helping others learn or grow: one can actively share one’s own knowledge and experience, or one can help others to discover and learn from the knowledge and experience of others. Alternatively, the quote could be interpreted more broadly to suggest that there are two different roles one can play in spreading positive ideas or values: one can be the active source of those ideas, or one can serve as a conduit or facilitator for the ideas of others. Be the candle or the mirror!

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Joke of the Day: Success

I’ve just successfully bred a cross between a crocodile and a homing pigeon.

I bet that’ll come back to bite me…

My mate needed a bone marrow transplant.

We found a match in Argentina.

The operation was a success.

Our thanks go out to Diego Marrow Donor.

I started carrying a knife after an attempted mugging a few years ago.

Now I’m a lot more successful.

Engineers have successfully made a car that can run on parsley.

They are now attempting to make trains that can run on thyme…

Created a totally new flavour of crisp.

If it’s successful, I’ll make a packet.

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Advice of the Day: Dogs

Trust dogs. They always know who to stay away from.

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Thought of the Day: Blinking

If everyone blinked in sync nobody would know that other people blinked.

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Quote of the Day: Great Minds

“Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people.”

Eleanor Roosevelt

Anna Eleanor Roosevelt was the first lady of the United States from 1933 to 1945 but is best remembered for her work championing human rights. This quote is somewhat self-explanatory but it is probably more relevant today than at any other time in history. When was the last time you discussed a concept? Turn on your phone, your tablet, PC, or TV and the news comes to you about events and people and covers the “what”, “when”, “how”, and “who” but with little reference to the “why”! Worse still, if your diet of news comes from the social media feeds of TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, or Facebook then it is unlikely your mind has banqueted on wisdom.

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