Well, here’s another odd
one for the books – it’s National Paul Bunyan Day!
For those of you who do not
know, Paul Bunyan is “a lumberjack figure
in North American folklore and tradition. One of the most famous and popular
North American folklore heroes, he is usually described as a giant as well as a
lumberjack of unusual skill, and is often accompanied in stories by his animal
companion, Babe the Blue Ox.”
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The tale
of Paul Bunyan originated in the Northeastern States and Eastern Canada. 1906,
James MacGillvary was responsible for first publishing the story in a Michigan
newspaper. Since then, the tale of Paul Bunyan has become popularized through
various mediums such as film and several novels. The myth behind his birth
states that it was somewhat unusual, requiring 5 storks to carry him!
Apparently, when he learned to laugh and clap, the sound created such vibration
that it broke windows! That’s pretty intense if you ask me! You know what’s
also intense (aside from the cloud of children screeching outside my window as
I write this)? The daily poll! Click here
to vote.
*Note: The Daily Poll
may not actually be intense. However, your participation is appreciated.
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