#Don’t Fry Day

[william-teddy-grahams]

Guy at work: “you’re from (insert my southern homestate), right?”

Me: “yeah…?”

Him: “so you know all about hillbillies.”

Me: *fights the urge to describe just how backcountry hick my upbringing was* “sure do.”

[autumnhobbit]

continually weirded out hearing normies talk about/acknowledge lent

[carfuckerlynch]

oh god my bag of stir fry

[morepopcornplease]

sad!

[rabbitcruiser]

National Don’t Fry Day

National Don’t Fry Day is celebrated on the Friday before Memorial Day (last Monday of May), which falls on May 24 this year. And yes, the pun is intended. It has been designated by the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention as a reminder for everyone to protect their skin as they usher in the summer and prepare to enjoy the great outdoors. It is also to raise awareness about sun- safety methods and all the harmful effects that overexposure can have. According to the organization, the motto for National Don’t Fry Day is ‘Slip, slop, slap and wrap’ — slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen with the appropriate SPF (30 +), slap on a wide-brimmed hat, and wrap some cool shades on those eyes!

History of National Don’t Fry Day

National Don’t Fry Day falls on the Friday before Memorial Day because the long weekend is usually a time when people like to celebrate the outdoors by taking trips to the beach or enjoying other outdoor activities in the sun. It was first founded in 2008 by the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention, along with partner organizations, to raise awareness about the risks of UV-ray exposure in correlation with high incidences of skin cancer. Its purpose is to educate the public about practicing sun-safe methods while still being able to enjoy the summer sunshine and to help reduce the rate of skin cancer.

Apparently, some statistics say that every hour, someone in America dies of skin cancer, therefore we cannot afford to take it lightly. There are several types of skin cancer, with melanoma being the deadliest, and basal cell carcinoma being the most common. The good news is that early detection of skin cancer can help cure it, so following protective measures and keeping an eye on your skin is more than enough to keep the risk at bay.

There are those who may be worried that having to take these precautions may turn them into vampires, but they need not fear. Something as simple as checking the UV index before going outdoors and avoiding the sun at midday (when it’s at its peak), are steps that do not hamper most activities. It’s also important to allow your body to naturally produce vitamin D by soaking up pure sunshine for about 10–15 minutes a day. When it comes to sunscreens, the best way to go is organic — but do not rely only on sunscreen to protect you. It needs to be thickly reapplied, every two hours, and don’t forget to also invest in some SPF chapstick to protect your lips.

National Don’t Fry Day timeline

1801UV Rays are Discovered

German chemist Johann Wilhelm Ritter discovers ultraviolet light and its part in sunburn.

1804Melanoma is Discovered

Melanoma is discovered by the inventor of the stethoscope, French physician René-Théophile-Hyacinthe Laënnec.

1837First Melanoma Documented in America

Dr. Isaac Parish documents the first case of melanoma in North America, in a 43-year-old widow in Philadelphia.

1936L’oreal Markets the First Sunscreen

French pharmacist Eugène Schueller, founder of L'Oréal, releases the first commercial sunscreen.

How to Observe National Don’t Fry Day

Get creative and spread awareness

Support parks and rec organizations

Grow some aloe vera

Why not create your own fun version of ‘Slip, slop, slap and wrap’ on Tik Tok or Instagram to remind people about sun safety measures, as well as to spread awareness about the risks of UV ray exposure. Follow important pages or accounts on skin cancer prevention and help get the message out. Technology can really be our friend sometimes.

Become a member of the National Council on Skin Cancer Awareness and recognize National Don’t Fry Day by purchasing an automatic sunscreen dispenser to help parks and outdoor recreational centers dispense free sunscreen to their visitors. Help the movement grow.

We cannot praise this humble succulent enough, which has innumerable benefits for the skin and the body in general. Not only is it easy to grow indoors and out, but it’s also a natural air purifier and is great for soothing skin that may be a little too sun-kissed. Don’t just take our word for it, try it yourself!

5 Simple Steps To Keep You Sun Wise And Protected

Avoid tanning

Be generous with sunscreen

Seek shade

Get Vitamin D safely

Protect your body

Many tanning beds and sunbeds use harmful UV rays, and the damage outweighs the aesthetic appeal.

There’s a reason the word slather is frequently used with sunscreen — apply it even on cloudy days.

Don’t throw shade, but do seek it, especially between 10 A.M. to 4 P.M.

Vitamin D can be gained through alternate means, like supplements and foods that are rich in it.

Protective clothing and accessories can also be very chic, and less is NOT more in this case.

Why National Don’t Fry Day Is Important

It builds awareness about skin cancer

It encourages preventative action

It holds product companies accountable

Despite the rather light-hearted name given to this day, it addresses a serious topic that is relevant to people of all skin tones and ethnicities. National Don’t Fry Day is an important step in the right direction towards educating people about the very real risk of skin cancer, and it can help with prevention too.

Through the efforts of organizations like the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention to spread awareness and tips for staying sun-safe, people can take control and lower the risk of cancer in their own lives and the lives of their loved ones.

Through its reach on social media platforms and other avenues, National Don’t Fry Day can help hold cosmetic and pharmaceutical companies accountable for the sun-protection products they sell, thereby having a beneficial impact on these industries as well.

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National Heat Awareness Day 

National Heat Awareness Day is observed annually on the last Friday of May, which falls on May 27 this year. National Heat Awareness Day is an effort by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the National Weather Service to alert workers, employers, and the public at large about the (preventable) health dangers related to heat, in order to reduce the overall rate of illnesses and deaths caused by it. This day was specially founded as a reminder that many outdoor workers or laborers are at risk of serious heat-induced conditions like heat exhaustion, dehydration, heatstroke, and even death. We bring you tips on how spreading awareness about these conditions and their prevention can help mitigate such unnecessary medical emergencies.

History of National Heat Awareness Day

National Heat Awareness Day was founded by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the National Weather Service, an agency of the U.S. Federal Government. While there is no record of its first observance, the importance of this day and what it stands for is why we are including it.

The reality is that every year, in the U.S. alone, people suffer and die from heat-induced illnesses, which could easily have been prevented with the right protective measures and intervention. Groups that are especially vulnerable to heat are outdoor workers (like farmers and manual laborers), young children, elderly adults, people with chronic medical conditions, and pregnant women. Heatwaves have been on the rise over the past few decades, with a definite correlation to climate change and the crisis of global warming. In the U.S. itself, recent history shows the shocking death toll due to heatwaves. While various measures are being taken to adapt to rising temperatures and humidity, there is a need for awareness to be spread in order to mitigate the losses.

Therefore, this day was created in order to spread awareness to overcome the high-temperature-related issues. This day is also observed to encourage the consumption of water to avoid heat-related illness. Americans seem to still underestimate the health risks related to conditions of extreme heat or temperatures, even though it’s the deadliest weather condition in the country. With factors like pollution causing temperatures to rise earlier each year, the onslaught of the heat of summer is coming faster every year. For this reason, it is imperative that the nation at large begins to sit up and take notice of the fact that there are many groups in need of protection from an unexpected killer.

National Heat Awareness Day timeline

1600s The Term ‘Heatwave’ is Born

The term heatwave originates in America.

1980 Heatwaves Turn Deadly

A heatwave kills 1,250 in the U.S.

1995 Chicago’s Killer Heatwave

A heatwave in Chicago kills 700 people.

2003 Worst Heatwave in Europe

A heatwave across Europe becomes responsible for over 50,000 deaths.

How to Observe National Heat Awareness Day

Chug, chug, chug that H2O

Commit to protecting the vulnerable

Get the word out

Dehydration is one of the most preventable things, which, if left ignored, can lead to more serious health issues. Therefore it is recommended by experts everywhere that eight glasses of water a day is a good standard to maintain. Not only does your body stay hydrated, but water also helps flush toxins out of the body.

There are many online campaigns and grassroots petitions being signed to support the need for outdoor workers to have adequate laws to protect them from heat and other work- environment-related health hazards. Read up and get involved, because every voice does matter!

With powerful tools like social media at our disposal, we can rally our communities (both virtual and real) to spread awareness about the very real risks of heat-related medical conditions that could affect anyone at any time. Train yourself and someone you know to recognize the signs and take action — a little bit can go a long way.

5 Tips On Beating The Heat This Summer

Stay hydrated

Keep your fashion light and breezy

Slather on sunscreen

Avoid going outdoors in peak times

Limit your activity

The manifold benefits of drinking enough water and fluids cannot be stressed enough.

Wear loose-fitting and lightweight clothing, made with breathable fabrics like cotton.

The importance of sunscreen as protection against the sun is never going to get old.

Avoid stepping out into the sun during its peak hours, especially without protection.

Leave the intense workouts for early mornings or nights, and take it easy during the midday heat.

Why National Heat Awareness Day Is Important

Lobbies to protect the vulnerable

It educates us on prevention methods

It resonates with people everywhere

Several years ago, OSHA began a Heat Illness Prevention Campaign to spread awareness about the dangers of working in conditions of extreme heat. Their petition for change could be boiled down to three simple demands for workers — shade, rest, and water. The onus falls on employers to ensure that their workers are receiving these basic requirements and are being protected from extreme heat and other hazardous conditions.

By reinforcing such basic preventative measures, National Heat Awareness Day brings the reality of things we take for granted (like water) to the forefront and makes us more mindful of our own health.

Heatwaves and heat-related health issues are on the rise all over the world, thanks to climate change. Therefore the message of National Heat Awareness Day is relevant to people across the globe, especially as many nations do not even have access to resources like drinking water and electricity. It opens one’s eyes to the larger realities of social injustice and climate change.

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[fingertipsmp3]

Someone needs to put me down like a sick dog

[bugeyedfreaks]

me seeing people that i knew in ancient PPG times all of a sudden follow my blog

[genderqueer-karma]

hey so it’s bhm here in the us and i was thinking thoughts earlier. i figured this was a semi-appropriate time to post something like this anyway, so here’s what my brain spat out (in post format!)

my thoughts (as a black person) on that fucking locs wig/headpiece

so. if you’re a fan of malice mizer or are vaguely familiar with them through cultural osmosis of a friend or whomever talking about them, there’s a considerable chance you’ve seen pictures of mana様 wearing this wig*:

yk. the locs.

it goes without saying that this is appropriation of black culture**. my culture. doesn’t take a genius to figure that out.

i’ve seen people (particularly on tiktok, though there have been people in other places) make a big stink over it! and that is valid, for the most part.

however, of the examples i’ve seen of non-black people wearing black cultural styles (and i have seen quite a few), this is probably one of the most tame.

i have seen people try to give themselves “locs”/“dreads” in their own, non afro-textured hair. it has usually turned out to be a matted, unhealthy mess that ultimately has to be cut. that cannot be said of this wig. it is pristine in comparison, which i find to be fascinating! if you look at wigs made to resemble locs, 90% of the time they still look gross and matted. (a common theme… truly peculiar. /sarcasm)

that in particular makes me believe (to a certain extent) that this was not intentionally malicious. so truthfully, it’s hard to demonize it entirely.

with that in mind, i’m not defending this either; trust when i say that i am immensely disappointed to see these things. primarily, that’s because it does bring into question just how safe i am/will be within these fan spaces as a black person. if we cannot call out these things as a community and be in complete understanding with one another about why this is wrong, we cannot progress past it.

however, i find it truly bizarre that people will be frothing at the mouth over this now. it’s been ~20/30 years! beyond that, there’s been no major incidents like this since then!

there is no real reason to continue complaining so frequently about something so old at this point in time, especially when it was not done out of genuine, unadulterated hatred.

sure, we (black fans, in our relatively small number) should maybe be given an apology, but it’s a minor wound at worst, and an apology that is unlikely to happen because of how long ago everything transpired.

i, personally, am more concerned with fans and their issues than mana様 himself. as far as i’m concerned, he’s literally just some guy. he doesn’t even do a lot in the public eye as often as he used to. he just peddles his wares and shit, which is not something i’m worried about.

in essence, yes, 1000%, it’s wrong. yes, we should bring attention to it.

but no, it does not warrant any major action on the part of fans. especially not those who simply wish to white knight and prove they’re “cool” or “woke” for internet brownie points rather than actually ally themselves with the black community on more pressing issues than a 30-year-old wig.

thanks for reading, i guess. happy black history month. actually listen to the black people around you year-round.

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*(yes, it is a wig/headpiece. i’ve checked multiple times.)

**(i can only speak on my perspective of my culture, but i know others have feelings about other things that mana様 especially has done by way of appropriation.)

***(also, don’t ask me about the braids from early klaha era. i don’t care! re-read the post if you’re that concerned.)

[bloodiedrogue]

I JUST REALIZED ALGS CHAMPS ARE IN A WEEK

[radioactive-worm-on-string]

I’ve only just begun apartment hunting but the seed for my hatred of landlords has already been sown. “Oooh yes I own the-gods-know-how-many dorms and no I’m not going to renovate these stinky places until I absolutely have to and when that time comes I will kick everyone out with three months’ notice. No you can’t SEE the dorm before you sign the contract, are you ducking delusional?” “Hi I’m renting this out third hand. The actual owner is probably hiding abroad due to their tax frauds. It has one bedroom and is priced so that a student can’t possibly live there alone so one of you will have to sleep on the couch. I see nothing wrong with this.”

[clonesupport]

alright so here’s the whole doosey that is my complicated romance lore throughout the entirety of rdr2’s story line

main couple: Amalla x Arthur | these two are the big g couple, power couple, the two that are together the longest (without including any head cannons after rdr2) and the most meaningful relationship. they’ve been together for about a year prior to chapter 1. Amalla having been with the gang for a few years before they got together because Arthur was much aware of their age gap and even if Amalla was willing to risk it all he wanted to be as respectful and right as possible bless this man

now those two also are low key in a throuple/open relationship with Hosea because i love him so much oh my god one time i read a cuckolding fic between hosea x reader x arthur and it changed my life so this is a thing now so let us introduce;

on going: Hosea x Amalla x Arthur | Hosea takes care of Amalla when arthur is away/all the time or whenever Amalla is feeling like she needs a matured gentle hand of care and tlc TwT don’t get her wrong, Arthur is a perfect partner who’s just as caring and gentle when he means to be only with her but Hosea’s touch just this different if you know what i mean. Hosea joined the band wagon in sharing Amalla with Arthur about 9 months after Amalla and Arthur started seeing each other.

post chapter 6: Charles x Amalla | Charles quickly became one of Amalla’s closest friend since the beginning, he always cared for her and did end up having a crush on her but at the time she was with Arthur and Hosea so figured knew she was preoccupied to bother with him in a romantic setting. stuffing away his feelings and showing that care in other ways even if it was only friendship, he was happy to be around her either way. big ol skip to post chapter 6, he helps Amalla heal after so much loss and grief, eventually after over a year Amalla let herself move on, to love again and Charles was the lucky man to be able to help her do so, by her side all the time as always.

[padawansuggest]

If I develop an allergy to monster I'm just offing myself what else can I drink now??????? I hope I'm just ugh cause I have eaten so many cheeze itz and red velvet cookies and red velvet makes my bowels liquify and cheese itz constipate me so the girls are FIGHTING and idk but also I was all what if I'm allergic to monster lol noooooo

[telltaleanatomicalheart]

i thought my new hair color didn’t suit me that well but it matches my areolas so it’s growing on me

[victory-cookies]

my parents are on vacation for the next week which means obviously I’ll be fending for myself for every meal, so I really feel like I shouldn’t be making my own food tonight, but my dad is making stir fry and I really don’t want stir fry 😭

[forbidden-interlude]

My mom and sister are here so the room I just cleaned is in a mess

[fingertipsmp3]

Absolutely devastated to report that spending time with my friends and being outside has in fact made me feel better