On this day in 1990, the Hubble Space telescope was carried to space, where it was expected to be active for 15 years – but kept sending information for 30. In other words, Hubble is your friend from high school who keeps posting memes on Facebook.
On this day in 1800, the Library of Congress was created. Also born in 1800 – most current members of Congress.
On this day in 1964, Cedric The Entertainer was born. It was a wonderful day for his parents, Mr. and Mrs. the Entertainer.
On this day in 2005, a new pope was inaugurated, and chose Benedict XVI over his birthname Joseph Ratzinger. Not for religious reasons – he was just tired of people thinking he played Cliff on Cheers.
On this day in 1704, the first regular newspaper in Colonial America, The Boston News-Letter, was published. Its top story: “Why is the Big Dig taking so long??”
Enjoy the present. And remember…The Garden’s Always Greener.