Daily Holidays - May 13

[Sherman A1]

National Apple Pie Day Apple pie is considered to be a national American dessert. Enjoy a piece or even two of apple pie to celebrate National Apple Pie Day, that falls on May 13.
Although there is a saying “as American as apple pie” apple pie actually isn't American invention. It was invented in England and its first printed recipe appeared in 1381. The very first apple pie called for good apples, good spices, raisins, figs, pears, saffron and cofyn, that is a casing of pastry. Apple pie became a common dish in the USA only in the 18th century, and during the next hundred years it evolved into a symbol of American prosperity and national pride.

Did you know that Yale College has got a tradition to serve apple pie every supper? This tradition has been lasting for more than 100 years. You don't need to follow Yale's tradition everyday, but today an apple pie would be a great choice for a dessert. Even if you have your favorite recipe of apple pie, it would be great if you tried a new filling for pie. Maybe, it will become your second or even first favorite apple pie. https://anydayguide.com/calendar/1036

National Fruit Cocktail 
Day National Fruit Cocktail Day is observed each year on May 13th. Many of us have childhood memories of a dish of fruit cocktail served regularly with a meal.

Fruit cocktail consists of various kinds of fruit, served in a liquid of it’s own juices or a syrup. It is often sold canned and is a staple in cafeterias, however, it can be made fresh.

The word “cocktail” in the name, does not refer to alcohol. The secondary definition of cocktail is “An appetizer made by combining pieces of food, such as fruit or seafood”.

In the United States, canned fruit cocktail is stipulated by the USDA to contain certain percentages of pears, grapes, cherries, peaches and pineapples. http://nationaldaycalendar.com/days-2/national-fruit-cocktail-day-may-13-2/

Frog Jumping Day Celebrated each year on May 13, National Frog Jumping Day is a favorite of young and old alike.

In 1865, Mark Twain’s first short story, “Jim Smiley and His Jumping Frog” was published. Later, he changed the name and published it as, “The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County”. This same story also had a third title, “The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County”.

The current frog jumping record was set in 1986 by Rosie the Ribeter, who jumped 21 feet, 5-3/4 inches. http://nationaldaycalendar.com/days-2/national-frog-jumping-day-may-13/


National Third Shift Workers Day which is also known as National Night Shift Workers Day, is annually observed on the second Wednesday in May.

This day was created to honor all workers, who work hard through the night (night after night), for the necessity and benefit of the company of which they are employed. http://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-third-shift-workers-day-second-wednesday-in-may/

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[Dragonfly]

1. Since Mark Twain is involved

the history of "Frog Jumping Day" is an exciting read, of course. Yet I am still savoring the origins of "Nutty Fudge Day from 5.12. Read your Daily Holiday listings every day with keen interest. Keep up the informative stuff, eh?

[Sherman A1]

3. Much Appreciated!

Glad that you are enjoying the Daily Holidays and jumping in from time to time.

[bigwillq]

2. Used to love Fruit Cocktail

Now I don't like that syrupy juice.

[femmocrat]

4. Happy birthday to Stephen Colbert:

http://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/stephen-colbert.html