On this day in 1863, four-wheeled roller skates are patented by James Plimpton in New York City.
Attached is one of the first roller skates! (Image courtesy of Medfield Historical Society)
I guess there wouldn't be much to do in the igloo. The thing that would take up all of your time is staying warm and finding food. What a nightmare to think of laundry and keeping oneself clean!
It's 37 and cloudy this morning without a puff of wind. I'm covering my outdoor potted plants every night. I figure if it's below 40, that's a good idea.
On this day in 1962, the modern bowling ball was invented and it was made out of wood! In ancient times bowling balls were made out of stone by the Egyptians.