Saturday, October 22, 2011

F. Y. I.

Still on the Books
In Hawaii, all residents may be fined as a result of not owning a boat.

Back Then
In Ancient Greek and Roman cultures, dill was considered a sign of wealth.

Fruit Aplenty
There are more than 7,500 varieties of apples grown in the world.

Actually Stated
notice from the Department of Social Services, Greenville, S.C.
"Your food stamps will be stopped effective March 1992 because we received notice that you passed away........You may reapply if there is a change in your circumstances."

Fall Colors
The colors red, yellow and brown are in leaves all year long and only become exposed when the green chlorophyll disappears in the fall.

Name Change
The hippopotamus was once known as a river horse, originating from the Greek "hippos," meaning horse.

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