[Emerald U.]

General Discussion Thread 09.10.2025​

Hope you’re having a wonderful Wednesday, GrayViners! Mid-week mornings can sometimes feel a little slow, so let’s sprinkle in some fun together. Who knows, maybe today’s little spark of imagination will be just the thing to brighten the rest of your week.

Imagine this: You’ve just been given your very own national holiday. What would you call it—and how would people celebrate?

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As for me, I’d name mine “National Creativity Day.” A time when everyone is encouraged to make something—whether it’s a short poem, a simple sketch, a home-baked recipe, or even a hand-crocheted keepsake. It doesn’t have to be perfect, just joyful. A day when people let their imaginations fly and share a little piece of themselves with the world.

So, what would yours be? Share your ideas with us in the comments!

 

[zofyzee]

Texas' History

 

[Catx]

I would call it National Survivor's Day. A day to celebrate people who have survived the odds. In my case, I have survived cancer, being kidnapped and raped, and being the victim of an armed robbery at work. Yes, it's a lot but I'm still here and I have survived!

 

[Hazeleyes]

National clean out day. Everyone has to get rid of at least 5 items of clothing that is no longer good or very worn out or does not fit/look right. Then we go shopping and only replace 3 items as everyone usually has too many clothes.

 

[Arkie98]

Be a Friend day. Would be nice too have every one do a friend thing regardless of race, color, rich or poor and the list goes on. Do a good deed for some one.

 

[Emerald U.]

Texas' History

I love that idea, @zofyzee —Texas has such a rich and unique history, it deserves a spotlight of its own. What part of Texas’ history would you want people to focus on most during the celebrations?

 

[Emerald U.]

I would call it National Survivor's Day. A day to celebrate people who have survived the odds. In my case, I have survived cancer, being kidnapped and raped, and being the victim of an armed robbery at work. Yes, it's a lot but I'm still here and I have survived!

Wow, thank you for sharing something so deeply personal @Catx . You’ve been through more than most people could imagine, and the strength it took to survive all of that is incredible. A day to honor resilience and survival would be so powerful. I think many people would find healing in it.

 

[Emerald U.]

National clean out day. Everyone has to get rid of at least 5 items of clothing that is no longer good or very worn out or does not fit/look right. Then we go shopping and only replace 3 items as everyone usually has too many clothes.

That’s such a practical and refreshing idea, @Hazeleyes! I think so many of us hold onto things we don’t really need. I like the twist of replacing only three items—it makes it less about buying more and more about being intentional. I could use that reminder myself!

 

[Emerald U.]

Be a Friend day. Would be nice too have every one do a friend thing regardless of race, color, rich or poor and the list goes on. Do a good deed for some one.

What a beautiful thought, @Arkie98. A day where kindness takes center stage could change so much—big or small, those good deeds can really ripple out. I can imagine communities feeling closer just by taking that one day to look out for each other.