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Today, we invite you to celebrate one of the most majestic species to walk the earth. It's World Lion Day! Each year on August 10, lion lover's around the globe use this day to bring awareness to the declining population of lions. Furthermore, we suggest learning about ways to help the preservation of lion habitats, as well.

The lion species, also known as Panthera leo, is one of the largest species on earth. Typically weighing 300 to 550 pounds, the lion can vary from a light buff color to a deep reddish brown color. Surprisingly, there is also the rare white lion found in the wild. Easily recognized by it's thick mane, the lion is also muscular and has a loud, deafening roar. Unfortunately, as majestic lions may seem, they are slowly disappearing.

As far back as 3 million years ago, lions roamed freely across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East. Today, lions live freely in their natural habitat in only two locations, Africa and Asia. In addition, some lions are bred in captivity.

Lions are listed as a vulnerable species according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature's (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species. Though they are not under the classification of an endangered species, they still face obstacles that endanger their survival.

Currently, there are about 30,000 to 100,000 lions left on earth. In the past few decades, lion populations have decreased almost by half. Trophy hunting and loss of natural habitat are the primary reasons for the diminishing lion population.

OBSERVING WORLD LION DAY
Volunteering at a local zoo that houses lions is a great way to learn more about the care required to protect lions. Volunteering or making a donation to a conservation group is another way to show support for the good work organizations do. Whatever you choose, remember to share your day's celebration using

National Shapewear Day on August 10 celebrates the history, current trends, and continued use and evolution of body shaping garments.

National Shapewear Day recognizes what has been a long-standing important, and at times, essential, article of clothing building confidence and poise for centuries.

History of Shapewear
The history parallels the development of clothed civilization. As far back as Greek and Roman times, evidence exists from archaeological drawings depicting women in corset-like garments. However, during the 16th-century, corsets and shaping undergarments ascended to the status of required fashion. Then, royalty typically led the trends and the current style of the era. Many changes and shifts in clothing fashion accompanied the popular corset - perhaps the most recognizable item in a woman's ensemble.

Modern Shapewear
Fast forward to the 21st century, and shapewear becomes barely recognizable. Once the constricting, cumbersome, and impractical garments worn by our predecessors, today's shapewear has transformed. It meets the varied and sophisticated needs of modern society. And it is also created from some of the most advanced materials available. Today, makers construct shapewear out of breathable, flexible, and durable fabrics. Additionally, shapewear comes in almost any style and shapes imaginable. To that point, you can easily custom-fit shapewear to any wardrobe.

Today's versatile and practical shapewear smooths and supports. It also targets the most stubborn spots on the body. When men and women do business wear, formal attire, or even casual clothes with shapewear beneath, they share a more polished look to the world. Whatever the occasion, shapewear will have you covered.

HOW TO OBSERVE SHAPEWEAR DAY
Celebrate the day by wearing your favorite shaper. If you think shapewear is the uncomfortable and restrictive garment of the past, check out the latest styles. Times have most certainly changed. And shapewear is now one of the most versatile articles of clothing, making them suitable for use during all seasons and occasions.

Throughout the observance, share your shapewear experiences with others. And don't forget to put your confident self forward!

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National S'mores Day on August 10 recognizes the most popular campfire treat! Millions of people of all ages love this gooey, toasted deliciousness.

S’mores consists of a roasted marshmallow with a layer of chocolate bar sandwiched between two pieces of graham cracker.

The origin of this tasty snack is credited to the entrepreneur Alec Barnum. However, the first recorded version of the recipe can be found in the 1927 publication of Tramping and Trailing with the Girl Scouts. Even though the Girl Scouts were not the first ones to make s’mores, Girl Scout groups describe them in their reports as early as 1925. Earlier recipes used the name "Some Mores." It is unclear when the word "S'mores" became the more common name.

Today, many variations on the original s’more find their way around a campfire.

Try spreading peanut butter on the graham crackers before adding the other ingredients.

Substitute peanut butter cups in place of the chocolate bar.

Replace the graham crackers with fudge-dipped cookies.

Add banana slices.

HOW TO OBSERVE S'MORES DAY
Enjoy and share with your friends and family. However, if you think s'mores are too messy for you but enjoy the flavor, add the s'more ingredients to delicious desserts. Cakes, pies, dips, trifles also offer a terrific way to enjoy the taste of a s'more.

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Take this test to prepare yourself for the day. Lazy people fact #72432143726413424. If you were too lazy to read that number, you're ready to celebrate this day. National Lazy Day on August 10 gives us permission to relax and kick back. So, we're going to be a bit lazy here.

As you can see, there is not much information regarding this annually celebrated holiday as we do not feel like doing any research. Actually, we do not feel like doing anything at all. Consequently, we are in our hammocks with a couple of good books and glasses of lemonade and iced tea. Yes, it is a Lazy Day. We choose to be lazy rather than tell much more about this day.

You can't teach people to be lazy - they either have it, or they don't. ~ Dagwood Bumstead

HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL LAZY DAY
The number one rule of any lazy day is if you can't reach it, you don't need it. Don't break the rule.

We assigned an alternative word for lazy for the day. We call it very relaxed.

What is the official exercise of ? Diddly squats.