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Could there be a more perfect way to celebrate World Teachers’ Day? 🥹📚❤️

My son’s teacher purchased copies of My Body Is Precious — and then asked me to autograph them. ✍🏽📖 The sweetest little full-circle detail?
He actually makes an appearance in the book! 🥹📚

Seeing it make its way into the hands of educators — the people who spend so much of their time helping our children learn, grow, and find their voices — means SO much. ❤️

So on this day, I’m especially grateful for teachers like him who support their students, support families, and now support this author’s dream too. ❤️

Here I am, signing copies of my own book for my son’s teacher. ✍🏽 made my heart smile. 🥹❤️

Happy World Teachers’ Day to every teacher who shows up, pours into our children, and helps them find their voice. ❤️

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On October 3rd, Global Smoothie Day celebrates how smoothies blended with whole foods are an easy and fun way to obtain nutrients. The day also encourages people around the world to drink a smoothie.

Most dietary guidelines recommend eating lots of fruits and vegetables each day. These foods are loaded with nutrients that keep the body healthy. However, if you’re like many people, you probably struggle eating your fruits and veggies. One fun and easy way to get the nutrients these foods provide is by making a smoothie. It doesn’t take a lot of digging on the internet to find some amazingly healthy smoothie recipes.

Most smoothie recipes call for the following kinds of ingredients:

Fruit of any kind (berries and bananas work especially well)

Veggies, such as spinach or carrots

Non-dairy milk, such as almond or oat milk

Seeds, such as flax or chia

A healthy fat like coconut oil or avocado

A protein like plain Greek yogurt

If you have all of these ingredients, you are well on your way to making a healthy and delicious smoothie. To make sure it does not contain a lot of sugar, only 20 percent of your smoothie should be fruit. Also, for the liquid, you should avoid using fruit juice or other sugary drinks. The fun thing about smoothies is that there are numerous combinations of foods to blend together. It’s also fun to see the colors you can get with different ingredients.

If you want, you can drink a smoothie every day. Some people do a smoothie challenge and replace their lunch or dinner with a smoothie for a certain number of days. No matter what you choose to do, today is a great day to start the healthy habit of drinking smoothies.

HOW TO OBSERVE GLOBAL SMOOTHIE DAY
The best way to observe this day is to make your own smoothie. If you don’t have a blender, drink a smoothie at your local smoothie bar. This is also a great day to try a green smoothie or a kind you’ve never had before. Go wild and have a smoothie party with your friends! You can also learn about how whole foods can improve your health. Don’t forget to share your favorite smoothie recipe on social media with .

Every year on the first Saturday in October, World Card Making Day encourages people to get creative and make a card for their loved ones. It’s also a day to get together with other card makers and share ideas.

The popularity of the internet has caused many people to do things digitally rather than by hand. For instance, writing letters has been replaced by e-mail and text. Some people even prefer to send a birthday wish or holiday greeting via text or social media. But not everyone has gone digital. In fact, DIY projects continue to grow in popularity. This includes DIY greeting cards. People who make their own cards love that they can personalize them for the receiver. This makes the one who receives the card appreciate it more than a store-bought card.

If you’re hoping to join the card making fun, here are some supplies that will help you get started:

Black, white, and colored cardstock

Adhesive roller or liquid adhesive

Stamps and stamping ink

Acrylic blocks

Coloring supplies

Paper trimmer and scissors

Craft dies and die cutting machine

Embellishments, such as lace, glitter, photos, and stickers

While your first few cards may not be perfect, keep trying. The more you work at it, the better you’ll become. If you need help making cards, ask a friend or watch an online tutorial. If you love making cards and don’t have anyone to give them to, there are places you can donate them. You could also choose to turn your love of handmade cards into a business.

Get ready to innovate! National Techies Day on October 3 is a call to action for the next generation of creators and problem-solvers. It’s a day to explore the thrilling, fast-paced world of technology and discover how your passion can power the future. From coding and AI to cybersecurity and robotics, a universe of incredible career opportunities is waiting for you to plug in!

As we rocket toward 2030, the demand for tech talent will only intensify. While other job sectors may transform, one thing is certain: technology is the foundation of our future. A career in tech doesn't just impact your future; it supercharges the world around you. Every single high-tech job causes a chain reaction that creates more jobs in the community. It’s an economic engine driven by bright minds and big ideas.

Tech isn't just one industry. It's woven into the fabric of every industry. Students who dive in now will be the skilled, tech-savvy pioneers we need to navigate and guide the world as technology progresses. Today, we see several sectors already embracing technology to help in their field.

4 Fields Embracing Technology
Pioneering life-saving technologies in the healthcare industry give surgeons new levels of precision to help doctors diagnose illnesses faster than ever before.

Manufactures are designing the self-driving cars of tomorrow and using robotics to build smarter, more sustainable products.

Cybersecurity is our digital guardian online. These experts protect our data and build the digital shields that keep us all safe.

Software developers build the next viral app, design video games, or find global solutions for environmental challenges through code.

5 WAYS TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL TECHIES DAY
National Techies Day offers numerous ways to celebrate. Beyond thanking all the techies you know, consider these ways to join in the celebration:

Host a job fair at a high school.

Share your experiences with technology. Inspire a student to learn more.

Encourage an interest in technology where a spark exists.

Learn more about new innovative technologies changing the world.

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Forget the man cave on October 3rd, it's the man's day! It's National Boyfriend Day, the perfect annual excuse to celebrate the guy who kills spiders for you, shares his fries (sometimes), and still gives you butterflies. Whether the relationship is brand new or has more history than your browser search, today is all about honoring your partner-in-crime.

What makes your guy your guy? Is he the one who supports your wildest dreams and makes you feel like you're part of an unstoppable team? Maybe it's that magnetic pull you can't quite explain or the way he makes you want to be a better person. Whatever the reasons, use today to show your boyfriend why you think they are the best boyfriend in the world.

Every boyfriend is a unique blend of awesome in your eyes. You wouldn't be in a relationship if he wasn't. From romantic evenings, date nights, and adventures, your relationship has developed over time. One thing is certain--his personality is what made you gravitate to him. What kind of boyfriend do you have?

Is he an adventurer? Is he always planning the next hike, road trip, or spontaneous weekend getaway? Life with him is never boring.

Is he a handsome geek? Can he build you a computer, then explain the entire plot of Dune while cuddling on the couch? He’s the smartest—and cutest—guy you know.

Is he a foodie? Can he cook a gourmet meal that’ll make you weep or knows the best taco truck in a five-county radius? Either way, you're always eating well.

Is he an old-school romantic? Does he show up with flowers for no reason, opens every door, and have a playlist dedicated entirely to you? He is proof that chivalry is alive!

No matter his "type," today is the day to make him feel like the king he is!