231- get a set list, guitar pick, drum stick, etc from a concert.
Nieces put on a show, played Heart n soul and sang Sweet Caroline.
#143, support a friend on a project.
Cleaned up vegetation at a crag after hurricane Helene.
148.. Purchase a type of food and drink you have never had before and consume it.
At old school grocery, Smiths red and whites, from among the penny candy selection got old fashioned crème drops.
169. Look up who was living in the area you are, or near you, native or other people, at the longest time back in known history.
6000 to over 10000 years ago, Catawba
#164 Lookup 3 events in history that happened on the 24rd of the month. Share with others.
March 24, 1878: The British frigate HMS Eurydice sinks, killing over 300 people.
May 24, 1844: Samuel Morse sends the first commercial telegraph message, "What hath God wrought," from Washington D.C. to Baltimore, Maryland.
September 24, 2013: A powerful earthquake strikes southern Pakistan, causing significant casualties
#74 read 240 words about a new to you place
Tucked away in the lush mountains of Bhutan lies Laya, a remote Himalayan village that feels like stepping into another world. Situated at an altitude of nearly 12,000 feet, this hidden gem remains one of the least-visited places on Earth due to its inaccessibility. Reached only by trekking for days along rugged trails, Laya rewards adventurers with unparalleled natural beauty and a glimpse into a fascinating, undisturbed culture.
Surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks, Laya offers panoramic views of the Himalayas that rival the world’s most famous trekking destinations. Its rolling meadows, alpine forests, and pristine rivers create a serene landscape that feels untouched by time. But the real treasure is the Layap people, known for their unique yak-herding lifestyle, distinctive traditional clothing, and deep connection to their environment. Visitors are welcomed with warm hospitality and the opportunity to experience Bhutanese traditions that have remained unchanged for centuries.
Laya is also a gateway to the Gasa Hot Springs, revered for their healing properties, and the striking Gangchhenta Peak, known as the "Great Tiger Mountain." As tourism in Bhutan is strictly regulated to preserve its culture and environment, few make it to this secluded haven. For those who do, the journey offers not only breathtaking scenery but also a rare chance to connect with a way of life that feels timeless.
agreed. not very glamorous, but effective for life.
Bryan, I believe that TNT is one of the main reasons that I ask the community to give input each year to the challenge list. - That is, OTHERS will likely think of something I would not have, and often Trying New Things, (TNT) is a nice little, and sometimes revelation or revolutionary thing that comes to you from someone else's suggestion. I hope the flys serve you well in the future.
#68, 5 reps of 4 diff push ups iami, list them
12/4/24 Standard, wide, diamond, elevated. Diamond was new to me and hardest. Had not done many of wide or elevated before. More to incorporate at random water breaks throughout the day in future.
217. "- immediately after you awake in the morning, go to mirror and say: ""Today might be hard, joyful, challenging, whatever. I got this."""
12/4/2024 Oh boy, needed this to start today.
#109 crab crawl 24 ft back, side, l and r
12/4/24, a good challenge. Supposed to be good for the shoulders. Another one I need to do more often.
#113 Complete 24 front and back flys. WEIHFY
Back flys were tough at 22-24. Front were easy, I can increase weight there. Have not done these before and will incorporate them into a workout occasionally going forward.
#20 Hold a plank for 240 seconds, and hold a tree pose for one minute on each leg.
12/3/24
Last 30 sec of plank was tough! A little wobble on the tree poses.
I am going to share this one on the facebook group. NICE!
Well done Ryan, Looks like you are on track to break 100,
#166 Read at least 240 words about a living person who is from a different place in the community than you.
Here is an example of a lesser-known figure from a different place in the community:
José Antonio Vargas is a journalist, filmmaker, and immigrant rights advocate known for his impactful work in raising awareness about the struggles of undocumented immigrants in the United States. Born in the Philippines in 1981, Vargas moved to the U.S. at the age of 12 with a student visa. However, his visa expired, and he remained in the country without legal documentation. Despite this, Vargas went on to become a successful journalist, working for prominent publications such as The Washington Post, The Huffington Post, and Time Magazine. His achievements were made even more remarkable given his undocumented status.
In 2011, Vargas made headlines by publicly revealing his undocumented status in an essay for The New York Times Magazine, entitled "My Life as an Undocumented Immigrant." His coming-out story sparked national conversations about the experiences of undocumented immigrants in the U.S., particularly those brought to the country as children. Vargas' courageous decision to publicly identify as undocumented helped humanize a complex political issue and brought visibility to the 11 million undocumented immigrants living in the U.S.
Beyond his writing, Vargas is a passionate advocate for immigration reform. He founded Define American, a nonprofit organization dedicated to changing the conversation around immigration through storytelling and media. Define Americanhas played a significant role in shifting the narrative surrounding undocumented immigrants by highlighting their contributions to society.
Vargas has also produced several documentaries, including Documented, which chronicles his journey as an undocumented immigrant and the challenges he has faced in navigating life in the U.S. without legal status. Through his advocacy and storytelling, Vargas has become one of the most recognized voices in the fight for immigration reform and the rights of undocumented people.
Citations:
Vargas, José Antonio. "My Life as an Undocumented Immigrant." The New York Times Magazine, 2011. Link
"José Antonio Vargas: Immigration Reform Advocate." Define American. Link
61 learn 24 NTY English words.
Using Chatgpt I requested some astronomy related words I found interesting and didn’t know .
Astrometry - Precise measurement of celestial object positions.
Baryogenesis - Theoretical creation of matter-antimatter asymmetry.
Bolometer - Instrument for measuring electromagnetic radiation.
Chromosphere - Layer of a star’s atmosphere between the photosphere and corona.
Cosmogony - Study of the origins of celestial systems.
Granulation - Surface texture of stars caused by convective plasma flows.
Helioseismology - Study of waves propagating through the Sun’s interior.
Hypermassive - Exceptionally massive astronomical object.
Interferometry - Combining light from multiple telescopes to enhance resolution.
Isotropy - Uniformity in all directions, describing cosmic structure.
Libration - Oscillating motion revealing more of a celestial body’s surface.
Oblateness - Flattening of a celestial body due to rotation.
Occultation - Obscuration of one celestial object by another.
Periastron - Closest point in a star’s orbit around a companion.
Perturbation - Gravitational influence altering an object’s orbit.
Pulsation - Rhythmic expansion and contraction of a star.
Roche - The limit at which a celestial body disintegrates due to tidal forces.
Synchrotron - Radiation emitted by charged particles in a magnetic field.
Virialization - State where gravitationally bound systems reach equilibrium.
Zeeman - Splitting of spectral lines in magnetic fields.
Decretion - The process by which matter is expelled from an accretion disk around a black hole.
Apastron - The point in a binary star system's orbit where the stars are farthest apart.
Catawba - A type of variable star in a binary system, where the brightness changes due to eclipses.
Graviton - A hypothetical particle that mediates the force of gravity in quantum theories.
Heimdal - A name for the boundary layer of a star's magnetic field.
Lyman - A term related to the Lyman series, a set of spectral lines of hydrogen observed in the ultraviolet part of the spectrum.
Magnetar - A type of neutron star with an extremely strong magnetic field.
#181 Practice something you want to learn for at least 24 minutes, 24 different days.
…. Spanish…. Among the 80 day streak on duolingo, I’ve practiced with my kids more than 24, learning a bit more from them
52 Read 224 or more words about a hard thing someone did 24 or more years ago.
n 1989, Gail Halvorsen, a retired U.S. Air Force pilot, returned to Berlin to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Berlin Airlift—a massive effort to deliver supplies to the people of West Berlin during the Soviet blockade. But Halvorsen’s contributions to this historic event involved something lesser known yet deeply impactful: dropping candy for the children of Berlin.
During the original airlift (1948–1949), Halvorsen noticed a group of children watching the planes land at Tempelhof Airport. Touched by their resilience despite the hardships of post-war Berlin, he gave them two sticks of gum, promising to drop more candy for them the next time he flew overhead. True to his word, he began dropping small parachutes made of handkerchiefs, loaded with chocolate and sweets, earning him the nickname “The Candy Bomber.”
What made Halvorsen’s efforts extraordinary wasn’t just the act of distributing candy but the message it sent. At a time when tensions between East and West were high, his kindness became a symbol of hope and humanity, demonstrating that individual gestures could bridge deep divides. His candy drops inspired others, and soon, pilots from around the world joined in, expanding the operation and brightening the lives of countless children.
Though the Berlin Airlift itself is widely remembered, Halvorsen’s personal initiative stands as a testament to how small acts of compassion can leave a lasting impact on history