I’m sure you are aware that there are bizarre daily observances each month. Well here are some for April.
April 18 is National Columnist Day and on this day we honor all newspaper columnists and their contributions to the truth in black and white. Columnists have the ability to inspire a range of emotions that often result in action which you may or may not realize is their intent. If the column does not move the reader, they have not done their job.
I consider myself a part-time columnist with my “Keeping you in ‘Chek” editorial. My style of writing is to hopefully lighten the mood of the readers and maybe put a smile on their face. I prefer not to be a columnist that strictly provides a different perspective and hard facts. I want to be the one you look forward to reading every so often in your local newspaper.
Let’s not forget a very important person in most businesses today. April 22 is Administrative Professionals (Secretary’s) Day. Administrative Professionals — helping everyone else survive their workday, everyday. These professionals are a valuable asset to any company or business. In 1952 when this day was created, it primarily consisted of women in this role. Today, it consists of both men and women. There is an old saying that goes “Behind every good boss is a great secretary.” Being in an administrative role throughout my career, I believe this to be true. Be sure to tell your administrative professionals how much you appreciate their service. It will mean a great deal to them.
Then there is April 30, hairstyle appreciation day. I can tell you that with all the hair salons being closed, I am not appreciating my current hairstyle at all. These days my hairstyle is called “I tried.” Most stylists are encouraging their clientele to not take measures into their own hands by cutting their own hair or using box colors. If the closure goes past April 30, I may have to resort to doing just that.
Do you remember some of the most popular hairstyles from the past? Styles like the beehive for women and the crew cut or mullet for men. My son Jake brought back the mullet craze when he was in high school and still sports it today. Some hated it, but honestly I think he wears it well and I’m not biased at all.
Smile tomorrow is Friday.
Fight terminal seriousness with humor.
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