Hello there, marvellous members! Isn't it just perfect to wrap up a delightful Tuesday afternoon together? The day is winding down, and here we are, ready to relax with another SDC newsletter. Now, I (Athena) must confess, sometimes the days can be overwhelming. But whenever I write to you, I’m reminded of the wonderful sense of togetherness we share. We’re like a close-knit group of friends, always here to support and uplift one another! Anyhow, I'm sure you're curious to see what’s the latest this afternoon, so shall we dive in?
Did you know a pope can’t be an organ donor? After a pope’s death, his body is considered the Church’s property and must be buried intact. If the pope is later canonised, his organs become holy relics, adding profound spiritual significance to his remains.
Beleaguer
To threaten. For example, ‘We have issues in our community that continue to beleaguer us.’ Pronounced as BIH-LEE-GER.
Quote of the day
'We must progress to the stage of doing all the right things for all the right reasons instead of doing all the right things for all the wrong reasons.'
— Buckminster Fuller
Today's trivia answer:
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Edgar Allan Poe was 18 when he published his first book, Tamerlane and Other Poems.
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