Friday, November 8

A large wildfire is burning dangerously close to several populated areas near Los Angeles, endangering structures as it rages across the region.

Fact of the Day (Reader's Digest): A cockroach has 13 heart chambers. Cockroach hearts are not like humans-- it is a large blood vessel-like structure that pumps hemolymph (a cockroach's version of blood) directly into body cavities.

Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): Fear is a reaction. Courage is a decision. (Winston Churchill)

Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Dedication (noun)- Dedication refers to devotion, loyalty, or commitment to a person or cause. It can also refer to a message at the beginning of a book, song, etc., that expresses affection or gratitude for someone, or to a ceremony to mark the official completion or opening of something, such as a building.

In a Sentence: It took a lot of hard work and dedication, but we managed to finish the project on time.