International Widows Day, celebrated every year on June 23, is a special day established by the United Nations dedicated to addressing the poverty and injustice faced by millions of widows and their dependents. Did you know that widowhood is more common than you think? Yes, the U.S. Census Bureau says that there are more than 13 million people who have lost a spouse in the U.S. with over 11 million of them being women. Losing your partner is never an easy thing and this International Widows Day, let’s take a stand to create awareness about the situation of widows across the world.
B Kinder
B Kinder Day, celebrated every year on June 22, is a special holiday that honors and pays tribute to a young girl who cares about her community and those around her. It also tells us to be kind to others no matter what life puts us through. Do you know that kindness can convert into love? Yes, witnessing acts of kindness produces oxytocin, the love hormone which helps lower blood pressure and improves our overall-heart health while making us feel happy. So why not practice kindness and be kind? Here’s everything you need to know about Billie Kinder, her life, her history, and why B Kinder Day is important.
World Tapas Day
World Tapas Day, observed annually on the third Thursday of June, is an international holiday celebrating the small Spanish Tapa dish that is usually served with drinks. This year, it falls on June 19. Tapas may be served cold (such as in mixed olives and cheese) or hot. In some bars and restaurants in Spain, South America, Mexico, the United States, and a few other regions across the globe, tapas have evolved into a more sophisticated cuisine than one that is mundanely served with drinks. It can now be served as a full meal if desired. In some Central American countries, tapa snacks are known as ‘bocas,’ and in some parts of Mexico, it is referred to as ‘botanas.’