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[coffeejunkie]

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Fun Facts About Coffee: Some Weird, Interesting, Untold Coffee-Facts(you can almost smell the aroma of coffee)!

Coffee, the most popular hot drink today was an accidental discovery. The ingredient caffeine has several positive effects on nervous system. This refreshes the mind and can make anyone feel better almost instantly. However, Coffee refers to some weird amazing facts that present historical, social interest and evolution of human civilization around the world. Let’s explore some interesting fun facts about coffee.
17 fun facts about coffee that every coffee lover must explore…..

#1 According to many historians, coffee was first discovered by a herd of goats. An Ethiopian herder discovered a bean making his goats crazy in 9th century which was later termed as coffee beans.

#2 Coffee beans are actually extracted from a special berry species. Coffee beans have become popular as a standalone commodity; otherwise it may have been sold as coffee berry in the supermarkets.

#3 Coffee is the second most sold commodity around the world. Coffee stands second as oil (fuel) secured the first place in the list of most sold commodities around the globe.

#4 New York inhabitants consume 7 times more coffee than people from any other US city. New York seems to have all major coffee brands and franchises.

#5 Coffee can kill you if the amount exceeds the safety limit. The lethal dose of coffee for an adult is 100 cups of processed coffee drink. So be careful about your daily intake Wink.

#6 There are about fifty different species of coffee. In different parts of the world, these coffee beans are grown naturally. Only the state of Hawaii produces coffee commercially in the US..

#7 This is definitely the most consumed drink. Approximately 500 billion cups of coffee have been consumed which far exceeds the current global population of 7.19 billion people.

#8 Recently, scientists are researching on other use of coffee beans. Some researches revealed that coffee beans may replace fossil fuel and work in motor engines in next centuries.

#9 If you’re willing to consume more caffeine, you should buy the light roasted coffee beans. Dark roasted coffee beans contain less caffeine than the lighter beans.

#10 Africa, Brazil, and Colombia produce more than 40 percent of coffee in the world. Hawaii is the only US state that produces coffee commercially.

#11 Once a coffee-lover made a world record of consuming coffee. He drank 82 cups of coffee in 7 consecutive hours. WOW!!

#12 During world war II, the soldiers used to compete against each other to secure the top coffee consumer’s position. US marine reported that the record was 20 cups a day.

#13 George C Washington, an English chemist invented instant coffee in Guatemala in 1906. The product was commercially launched in 1909.

#14 Kopi Luwak is excreted by a Sumatran species of wild cats. This refers to the most expensive coffee in the whole world. You will have to pay $100 to buy 4 oz of coffee.

#15 In the sixteenth century, Muslim rulers banned coffee due to it’s nervous effects. Coffee has been banned 3 times in 3 regions after it became a popular drink around the globe.

#16 Boston’s Dorothy Jones was the first licensed coffee brewer in the USA. She was granted a license in 1670 and then started selling brewed coffee.

#17 In Turkey and Greece, coffee is a part of their ancient culture. Still, they welcome their guests with coffee as a welcome drink. Now, about 65 percent Americans drink coffee with breakfast.

http://coffeeloversunited.com/17-fun-facts-about-coffee-some-weird-interesting-untold-coffee-facts/

 

[coffeejunkie]

“Did You Know"

1.Did you know that lemons are nature’s best bleach and disinfectant
2.Did you know baking soda has deodorising properties
3.Did you know that white vinegar is one of the best natural cleaning products
4.Did you know you can freshen up the colour of your whites by simply adding a cup of baking soda to the rinse cycle of your washing machine
5.Did you know that when you mix white vinegar and bleach, you will produce a very dangerous chemical weapon
6.Did you know mold-affected areas don’t have to be rubbed when being cleaned, because you will spread the mould spores wider
7.Did you know that almost 70% of the people living on rent in London use the services of move out cleaning London companies in the end of their tenancies
8.Did you know you mustn’t use ammonia-based solutions when cleaning cat and dog urine stains
9.Did you know you can remove rust stains from fabrics with ketchup
10.Did you know chewing gum stains can be removed with an iron – put a newspaper on the affected area and iron it
11.Did you know that water marks on wooden furniture can be removed with mayonnaise
12.Did you know that some essential oils, such as tea tree and lemon, have disinfecting properties
13.Did you know dust particles are actually dead skin cells
14.Did you know most allergies are caused by domestic dust and mold
15.Did you know banana peels can clean silver items and polish leather shoes

 

[Dmacky]

cj ~ love your did you knows!!!

This on is particularly interesting
Did you know you can remove rust stains from fabrics with ketchup

 

[Spellbound]

Pages, I am so sad and sorry you were here mostly alone last night. I know you adore little Lilly. I am just a bit confused.... you have no concern the new father is involved, do you? It sounds as though you are all more worried about the new dad's mother. Do I have that right?

I am praying and will be here for you. May little Lily get through this with no lasting effects and thrive in a better environment ASAP. Such a tiny sweet baby.

:grouphug:

 

[coffeejunkie]

This does look good...I would eat it!!

 

[Dmacky]

Pages,
It's so sad to read your post. I remember when little Lily was born and how excited you were!
I tell you what, I don't know which one is responsible for hurting (and I use that word lightly) that innocent precious 3 month old baby, but may they burn in hell :furious:

Even if it is the 300 lb. "disabled" woman that CAN climb 3 flights of stairs, then her son (baby daddy) is JUST as guilty as she is for covering up for her. OR vice versa So may they both burn in hell. I hope I'm not offending anyone, because that is MILD as to what I really want to say

Prayers for the sweet INNOCENT DEFENSELESS baby girl. :heartbeat:

 

[grammieto5]

Pages,
It's so sad to read your post. I remember when little Lily was born and how excited you were!
I tell you what, I don't know which one is responsible for hurting (and I use that word lightly) that innocent precious 3 month old baby, but may they burn in hell :furious:

Even if it is the 300 lb. "disabled" woman that CAN climb 3 flights of stairs, then her son (baby daddy) is JUST as guilty as she is for covering up for her. OR vice versa So may they both burn in hell. I hope I'm not offending anyone, because that is MILD as to what I really want to say

Prayers for the sweet INNOCENT DEFENSELESS baby girl. :heartbeat:

I agree with your post, every word. I'm sitting here getting so angry I know what's in my head, what I want to say, but it's not coming out right. You said it perfectly!

 

[YESorNO]

Link: http://graphics.comments.funmunch.com/good-morning/good-morning-025.jpg
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Looks like more rain coming and my internet connection is all wonky.

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Prosecutors to make case in death of family buried in desert

"SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. — Authorities have kept quiet for months about what drove them to charge a California man with killing a family of four and burying their bodies in shallow desert graves.
But San Bernardino prosecutors on Monday are expected to finally reveal the case they've been building against 58-year-old welder Charles "Chase" Merritt for the murders of his business partner, Joseph McStay, the man's wife and their two young sons..."

http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime...n-death-of-family-buried-in-desert/ar-BBl9hp3
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MCSTAY FAMILY MURDER: 4-YEAR-OLD WAS STRUCK 7 TIMES ON HEAD

"SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. (KABC) Prosecutors say a sledgehammer was used to kill all four members of the McStay family, and the 4-year-old boy was struck seven times..."

http://abc7.com/news/4-year-old-mcstay-boy-was-struck-7-times-on-head/786226/
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Police 'Don't Know' Where Escaped Killers Have Gone, New York Governor Says

http://abcnews.go.com/US/police-dont-escaped-killers-york-governor/story?id=31753746&singlePage=true
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Escaping from prison is always a mistake

http://qz.com/427617/escaping-from-prison-is-futile-and-selfish/

 

[YESorNO]

Another criminal who draws. Pity. What a waste of talent.
Wonder where the 2 escapees are? :scared:
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Portraits of a killer: Escaped 'Shawshank' inmate is a gifted artist who spent his time behind bars crafting drawings of celebrities

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...Oprah-Winfrey-sent-former-inmate-outside.html
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[YESorNO]

How Stephen King Is About to Take Over TV

"Stephen King is about to take over both theaters and your television screen. The author’s epic post-apocalyptic novel The Stand will reportedly be turned into an eight-part miniseries that will eventually culminate in a full-length feature film....

http://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/how-stephen-king-is-about-to-take-over-tv.html/?a=viewall
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Wasn't there a TV mini-series some years ago on the same book (I had to look at the date to see if this was an old article)????

 

[YESorNO]

Link: http://www.cdimiami.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/alzheimers-awareness-month.png
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Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month

"The Alzheimer's Association is moving our awareness month from September to June. This new month will be called Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month (ABAM).— a time to shine a purple light for the millions of individuals world-wide and all the family members and caregivers locally affected by Alzheimer's disease..."

http://www.alz.org/stl/in_my_community_59856.asp
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Dementia 101: Types of Dementia

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kyrie...e-mo_b_7571734.html?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000592

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New Alzheimer Disease Study Makes Connection To Cause

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/buck-...ause_b_7535446.html?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000592
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Reflections of an Alzheimer's Spouse

"...Alzheimer's caregivers go through a roller coaster of emotions as we care for our loved ones and grieve for their loss at the same time. Anger, anxiety, depression, frustration, grief, loneliness, regret, sadness... these are just some of the many emotions I may experience on any given day. My emotions are never far from the surface and it takes very little to push me to tears about what has already happened to our marriage, or what lies ahead for Clare and me in the near future. I love Clare so deeply and miss her so much that listening to a song on the radio or watching a TV show can trigger unexpected tears...."

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/allan-s-vann/reflections-of-an-alzheimers-spuse_b_7505646.html
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Reflections of an Alzheimer's Spouse... Acceptance

"...Acceptance means that I must learn to live with this reality. I must learn how to get on with my life without having Clare by my side. I must accept that Clare and I are no longer a "we." Those "we" days are gone. I know that. Especially since Clare's placement in an assisted living facility nearly two years ago, Clare now has her own future, apart from me. And I now have my own future, apart from Clare. So having accepted that, why has it been so difficult for me to move on? Why is acceptance of my new reality still so difficult to... accept?..."

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/allan...ouse_b_7544054.html?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000592
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Stunning Images Tell The Story Of What It's Really Like To Love Someone With Dementia

"When his father, Ronnie, was diagnosed with dementia four years ago, Mark Seymour knew there was something he had to do. "I knew I'd like to document it because it would tell a story," Seymour, a UK-based photographer told The Huffington Post.

So Seymour took to his camera to capture his father's final years, showing Ronnie around the house, in his care facility, playing the harmonica and still being loved by and cared for by his wife, Winnie. Though there's no doubt that the memory-robbing disease is devastating both for sufferers and families, the photos capture Ronnie's inspiring and unwavering resilience..."

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/06/15/dementia-photos_n_7572144.html?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000592
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[YESorNO]

A cute pic of owl mom and her babies

Link: https://gallery.mailchimp.com/b35dd...ages/b74df3d1-c585-4486-914f-063e0a317c8f.jpg

 

[ILikeToBendPages]

Pages, I am so sad and sorry you were here mostly alone last night. I know you adore little Lilly. I am just a bit confused.... you have no concern the new father is involved, do you? It sounds as though you are all more worried about the new dad's mother. Do I have that right?

I am praying and will be here for you. May little Lily get through this with no lasting effects and thrive in a better environment ASAP. Such a tiny sweet baby.

:grouphug:

They're taking Lily in to surgery. Someone rammed something down her throat, cutting it up . New daddy said he was giving her a bath and she spit up blood, and that he got the sucker thing and was suctioning her out a lot of blood came up and he called 911. It was just new daddy and his mother in the apartment a that time. Little mama was at work and my sister had spoke with her before eleven and all was fine, something happened to Lily around that time. Please continue your prayers for our Lily, her mama, and Loli -Pop, they need it.

 

[YESorNO]

TCM remembers Christopher Lee with movie marathon

"Turner Classic Movies will honor the late, great Christopher Lee, who passed away this weekend, with a retrospective on Monday, June 22.
The all-day Lee marathon starts at 6:15 am with “The Mummy” (1959) continues with “The Curse of Frankenstein” (1957) and “Horror of Dracula” (1959)the first of three Hammer Studios vampire movies, before concluding with Richard Lester’s “The Three Musketeers” (1973)..."

http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/...bers-Christopher-Lee-with-movie-marathon.html

[video=youtube;qaya3VrbkDI]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaya3VrbkDI[/video]
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I love classic horror movies

 

[YESorNO]

They're taking Lily in to surgery. Someone rammed something down her throat, cutting it up . New daddy said he was giving her a bath and she spit up blood, and that he got the sucker thing and was suctioning her out a lot of blood came up and he called 911. It was just new daddy and his mother in the apartment a that time. Little mama was at work and my sister had spoke with her before eleven and all was fine, something happened to Lily around that time. Please continue your prayers for our Lily, her mama, and Loli -Pop, they need it.

Praying that baby Lily will recover :candle:- the poor little baby :anguish:

:therethere:

 

[Bernina]

Iliketobendpages............
I hope Lily heals quickly.
There's a special place in hell for people who hurt children.
I hope the person responsible gets prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Some people don't deserve to breath the same air we breath.

 

[neesaki]

Watch People Try Nutraloaf, The Controversial Prison Food That's Been Called 'Cruel'

"...Nutraloaf is universally reviled. Prisoners in several states, including Illinois, Maryland, Nebraska, New York and Washington, have even sued over Nutraloaf or its equivalent, claiming that the punitive food is so awful that it’s unconstitutional. Following a 2008 lawsuit in Vermont, the state’s supreme court ruled that inmates have to be given a hearing before Nutraloaf is doled out as punishment..."

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/...ideo_n_7582510.html?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000592
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Nutraloaf

"...There are many recipes which include a range of food, from vegetables, fruit, meat, and bread or other grains. The ingredients are blended and baked into a solid loaf. In one version, it is made from a mixture of ingredients that include ground beef, vegetables, beans, and bread crumbs. Other versions include mechanically separated poultry and "dairy blend".[4]...

In April 2010, sheriff Joe Arpaio of Maricopa County Arizona won a federal judgment in favor of the constitutionality of nutraloaf.[12]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nutraloaf
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Link: http://www.corrections.com/system/article/image/34924/Loaf.jpg?1390176243

I dunno, :thinking: looks and sounds kind of like gourmet meatloaf to me.

 

[neesaki]

Henri 2, Paw de Deux

[video=youtube;Q34z5dCmC4M]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q34z5dCmC4M[/video]

How creative and too cute, and what an adorable kitty. Thanks YorN. :wave:

 

[Dmacky]

Iliketobendpages............
I hope Lily heals quickly.
There's a special place in hell for people who hurt children.
I hope the person responsible gets prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Some people don't deserve to breath the same air we breath.

Amen to that Bernina! It absolutely breaks my heart to hear/read about anyone DELIBERATELY harming a defenseless child or animal. That's a whole new level of evil!


[video=youtube;LTZ5VpfzoW0]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTZ5VpfzoW0[/video]

 

[coffeejunkie]

They're taking Lily in to surgery. Someone rammed something down her throat, cutting it up . New daddy said he was giving her a bath and she spit up blood, and that he got the sucker thing and was suctioning her out a lot of blood came up and he called 911. It was just new daddy and his mother in the apartment a that time. Little mama was at work and my sister had spoke with her before eleven and all was fine, something happened to Lily around that time. Please continue your prayers for our Lily, her mama, and Loli -Pop, they need it.

Praying....