New Things

I've had a revelation today. I don't think this is the first time I've had this revelation, but maybe it's the first time I've been determined to follow through. I've decided to learn something brand new everyday. Whether it's a new word of the day ( I need one of those calendars), a history fact, a new recipe, interesting fact about our beloved animals, or just some random fact that really no one cares about, I'm going to learn it. I've also decided, first and foremost, to find a new plant, veggie or flower, that I don't know much about, research it, then post what I find. Someone once told me that if we would learn something new everyday, at the end of one year we would have 365 new facts and by the time we're on up in years, we would be one smart cookie. I guess the important thing is actually retaining what you learn. This is where it can get tricky. I might need to eat an extra dose of blueberries for this one. They're loaded with brain power, you know. So, here's my new history fact I learned about blueberries.
In the early history of the United States, blueberry juice was used to treat various sicknesses such as coughs and digestive problems. It was also used for a relaxant during childbirth. There you have it. I found that very interesting.
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