Signs of Spring
After a long winter, we awaken to the sound of these worm catchers singing.
What are birds?
During the 1970s, we were urged to eat only this part of the egg.
What are whites? That was because it was believed that the cholesterol in egg yolks affected blood cholesterol levels. However, since 2015, U.S. dietary guidelines have removed the limit on cholesterol. The Mayo Clinic says, “The effect of egg consumption on blood cholesterol is minimal when compared with the effect of trans fats and saturated fats.” Still, if your doctor advises you not to eat egg yolks, it’s best to take that advice
Born April 28, 1950, this car-collecting talk show host succeeded Johnny Carson on The Tonight Show
Who is Jay Leno? He has an impressive collection of antique cars and motorcycles and hosted a show called Jay Leno’s Garage in 2015.
Merriam-Webster describes this type of laugh that refers to a body part as “a deep, hearty laugh.”
What is belly? When you laugh until your sides hurt, it’s a belly laugh.
On April 14, 1865, John Wilkes Booth shot President Lincoln at this venue in Washington, D.C
What is Ford’s Theater? John Wilkes Booth was an actor, but he was not acting in that evening’s performance. Lincoln died the next morning.
We put up with these to enjoy May flowers
What are April showers? The saying is, “March winds and April showers bring May flowers.” While April is rainy, June is the wettest month in the United States. The saying originated in England.
Eggshell color has this effect on nutrition.
What is none? The color of a chicken’s eggs is solely dependent on genetics. Did you know you can predict the color of an egg based on the color of the chicken’s earlobes? White-lobed chickens lay white eggs. Generally, brown eggs come from chickens with red or brown earlobes.
Born April 29, 1954, this comedian starred with a cast of wacky characters in the eponymous hit TV sitcom that was dubbed “the show about nothing.”
Who is Jerry Seinfeld? The show was Seinfeld. Seinfeld called the tag “the show about nothing” nonsense.
He who has the last laugh, laughs this.
What is loudest or longest? The original quote was slightly different. In a 1917 issue of Judge magazine, a line in a poem by W. E. Nesom was printed, “That he who laughs lasts longest.”
On April 17, 1961, the Bay of Pigs invasion took place in this country
What is Cuba? The invasion was a failed American-backed coup using Cuban exiles to overthrow the Castro regime.
A sure sign of spring is the blooming of these trees in Washington, D.C.
What are cherry blossoms? Washington, D.C., celebrates with a citywide festival.
This is how you can tell if an egg is fresh
What is put it in water and see if it floats? If it floats, it’s bad; if it sinks, you can still use it.
Born April 14, 1932, in Butcher Hollow, Kentucky, she won a Grammy for her autobiographical hit “Coal Miner’s Daughter.”
Who is Loretta Lynn? She also wrote the autobiographical bestseller Coal Miner’s Daughter.
This phrase means “to laugh spontaneously or suddenly.”
What is burst out laughing?
On April 11, 1976, this U.S. company released its first computer
What is Apple? The first computers were known as the Apple-1s. Steve Wozniak, Apple’s co-founder, hand-built each of the 50 original computers.
Every year on Easter Monday, this family event takes place at the White House.
What is Easter Egg Roll? It’s a contest to be the first to push an egg across the finish line with a wooden spoon.
This determines the thickness of an eggshell.
What is the age of the chicken? The older the chicken, the thicker its shell.
Born April 16, 1889, this comedic British actor was famous for his character “The Tramp” and became an A-list silent movie star.
Who is Charlie Chaplin? He was also known for his off-screen affairs with actresses in his films.
This phrase means “to make a lot of money easily.”
What is laugh all the way to the bank?
On April 10, 1866, this national organization was established to address animal homelessness and cruelty.
What is the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)? It was modeled on the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in Britain, which had been founded in 1824.
The largest harvest of this edible thistle takes place in the spring
What is artichoke? Dip the leaves in butter, cut out the choke, and savor the heart.
This is why they don’t refrigerate eggs in European countries
What is they don’t wash them? Washing eggs before purchase removes the protective layer and allows bacteria to penetrate the shell.
Born April 22, 1870, he founded the Communist Party and led the Bolshevik Revolution in 1917.
Who is Vladimir Lenin? He was the Soviet Union’s first head of state.
It is something you should not joke about.
What is no laughing matter?
On April 21, 1960, Brazil moved its capital to this city.
What is Brasilia? The capital was moved from Rio de Janeiro to this new, planned city. In Rio, government buildings were scattered across the congested city, which slowed the wheels of government.