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It is Thursday, February 15th, 2024.

On This Day In History — On this day in 1954, American cartoonist and animator Matt Groening, who created the comic strip Life in Hell and the television series The Simpsons and Futurama, was born.

Deal of the Day

Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls — 73% Discount

• Typical retail is over $46 for this set of 5 mixing bowls, but Skye has slashed their prices and is offering them for a shade over $12. You’ll have to wait 7 days for them to arrive, but it’s still a steal!

• Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls — 73% Off

RetireHub Poll

Yesterday’s Poll Results — What is your ideal Valentine’s Day gift to receive?

If you want to woo the love of your life, it looks like an experience like a concert or spa day is the way to go with over 37% of the vote!

Thanks to everyone who voted and commented!

Best of the Comments:

• “Going out to dinner at our favorite restaurant and spending time with each other.”

• “We have a large 6' heart with lights hanging outside. It has been up since Feb. 2020. We have multiple sets of lights on it to change the color for every holiday. But originally was my valentine from my husband. That's all I need.”

• “Nothing. I'm just happy that I have my husband in the flesh after he had open heart surgery.”

• “Just a phone call from my kiddos will do it.”

We had our artist depict a relaxing spa day for RetireHub members!

What We’re Reading

Fires of Alexandria, by Thomas K. Carpenter

Price — $5.99 — Now for $0

Overview: A compelling take on one of the greatest mysteries in history: Who set the renowned Library of Alexandria ablaze? When Heron’s brother dies, she uses his identity as a disguise and becomes a famous inventor — even as she tries to find the arsonist…

• Get it on Amazon!

Senior Living News

The Loving Thought of Financial Fidelity

This is the time of year we focus on those we love. Children share valentines in school, heart-shaped boxes full of candy disappear from the shelves, florists run out of red roses, and jewelry stores appeal to lovers of any age. There is a special focus on couples and ways to express the love they share. There seems to be an aura of goodwill and happiness.

Of course, it would be wonderful if our expressions of love were more frequent. A hug, an email, an invitation to coffee or lunch, or an “I love you!” go a long way. Even a smile on your face can make someone feel special and appreciated. Perhaps you make that your practice.

…Click Here to Read the Guide

Longevity Tip Of The Day

Keep watching LOL cat videos — Laughter really is the best medicine, helping to reduce stress, boost the immune system, reduce pain and improve blood flow to the brain. In fact, laughter has the same effect on blood vessels as exercise, report researchers from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore.

Slang Word Of The Day

Word: Big Yikes

Definition: The slang speaks for itself in this one. Big Yikes is used when you're so embarrassed that "yikes" doesn't do justice.

Used in a Sentence: “When she came out of the bathroom with toilet paper hanging out of her jeans…big yikes.”

News of the Day

Date night strike: Thousands of US, UK delivery, ride-hailing drivers stop work on Valentine’s Day

• Thousands of ride-hailing and delivery workers in the U.S. and the U.K. went on strike on Valentine’s Day, calling for higher pay and other changes to their working conditions.

• In the U.S., Uber and Lyft drivers planned daylong strikes in Chicago; Philadelphia; Pittsburgh; Miami; Orlando and Tampa, Florida; Hartford, Connecticut; Newark, New Jersey; Austin, Texas; and Providence, Rhode Island. Drivers were also holding midday demonstrations at airports in those cities, according to Justice for App Workers, the group organizing the effort.

• …read the full story

Scammer tries to refinance house behind owner’s back, lawyer saves the day

• A local man says he was stunned when he learned that scammers tried to refinance his home in Highland Creek. Samuel Helmick says he wasn’t looking to refinance. “Oh, absolutely not. No,” he told Action 9′s Jason Stoogenke.

• But someone got his personal information, including his driver’s license, and applied for refinancing in his name.

• …read the full story

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