Holidays on Earth Today: December 3, 2007

Holidays are such an important part of each countries tradition along with supporting its culture. Some of the most popular holidays on earth either revolve around the Christian belief such as Easter and Christmas however there are
 other popular ones such as Independence Day, New Year Day, and Valentines and so on. Then there are strange and weird holidays that really have no meaning besides the mere purpose to have an excuse to celebrate something. Have you ever wondered what is going on around the world today?

Today marks the 337th day of the year!

28 days left this year!

Here is what is going on today around the world:

1. United States:

*Admission Day Illinois: Today marks the historical event of the entrance into the union today in 1818. Illinois is the 21st state.

*Telescope Day: Today marks the invention of the telescope by Galileo in 1621.

*National Roof Over Your Head Day: Even though this has an unknown origin, I believe this holiday has significant importance - we should all be thankful for the roof over our heads, especially those that are in the northern states that just got hit with snow and ice!

*Jake T. Austin Birthday: Born in 1994, he is an American actor best known for his work with the Disney Channel.

*Michael Anthony Angarano Birthday: Born in 1987, he is an American actor.

*Amanda Louise Seyfried Birthday: Born in 1985, she is an American actress.

*Sherri Kay DuPree-Gilbert Birthday: Born in 1983, she is a musician and songwriter for Eisley.

*Jenna Lee Dewan Birthday: Born in 1980, she is an American actress.

*Holly Marie Combs Birthday: Born in 1973, she is an American actress known best for her role in the television series "Charmed".

*Charles Michael 'Bucky' Lasek Birthday: Famous for her professional work as a skateboarder, he was born in 1972.

*Brendan James Fraser Birthday: Born in 1968, he is an American actor.

*Steve J. Harris Birthday: Born in 1965, he is an American actor.

*Julianne Moore Birthday: Born in 1960, she is an American actress.

2. Norway:

*Prince Sverre Magnus of Norway Birthday: Born in 2005, he is one year old today.

3. United Kindom:

 
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So much to be grateful for and so little time. thank You fer sharin' Merry Christmas. ;-}}>

Posted on 12/06/2007 at 4:12:00 PM

In honor of Ozzie's birthday...leave the bats alone.

Posted on 12/04/2007 at 6:12:00 AM

Happy birthday to Ozzy! Enjoyed.

Posted on 12/03/2007 at 9:12:00 PM

Excellent round up. I love the idea of National Roof Over Your Head Day. Whoever invented that one was/is ingenious! Amen. :-)

Posted on 12/03/2007 at 8:12:00 PM

another great one

Posted on 12/03/2007 at 6:12:00 PM

Excellent article!

Posted on 12/03/2007 at 4:12:00 PM

i am very blessed to have a roof over my head... love this!!!

Posted on 12/03/2007 at 3:12:00 PM

Ozzy is the same age as me. Something new.

Posted on 12/03/2007 at 2:12:00 PM

Right there with you on that Robritt! I thanks the Lord all the time to have a roof over my families head.

Posted on 12/03/2007 at 1:12:00 PM

Amen on the roof over our head day. We need to thank God for it as not everyone in this world is sop lucky. As always I enjoy your column.

Posted on 12/03/2007 at 12:12:00 PM

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