Pros and Cons of AI (Artificial Intelligence) Data Centers

Have you noticed more AI (Artificial Intelligence) Centers are popping up?  Yet no one wants a Data Center near them?  How do you make AI work for the future while protecting the world you live in? 

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**Purpose**

 

1.    Health Issues

AI Data Centers pull millions of gallons of water from local communities, increase electricity demand, raise neighborhood temperatures, and increase air pollution.  Vivekcherian,Md. Further states that families living nearby are seeing higher asthma flares, more heat-stress days, compromised air quality, water shortages, noise pollution and sleep disruption, soil and groundwater contaminations risks, and mental stress from constant low-frequency noise.

2.   Cost Increase to You

Did you know that a study done showed that Data Centers have typically not paid their fair share in utilities, particularly for electricity consumption.  Environmentallhealthproject.org., further added that last year, analysis estimated a 20% rate increase for Pennsylvania households. 

 3.    Black Communities

Most Black households, especially rural ones in the south, are not using AI or as much computing power, but they are having to pay for that demand in both money and dirty air. Canarymedia.com talks about this.   They also stated that in South Carolina, and across the country statistically, black people use the least amount of electricity yet experience the highest energy burden.  I am so saddened to hear this, but I am not at all surprised.

4.      China

China’s undersea data centers uses pipes to pump seawater through a radiator on the back of server racks to absorb heat and carry it away.  This is talked about at the scientificamerican.com.   They further added that the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology shows its project uses at least 30 percent less electricity than on-land data centers, thanks to natural cooling.

 5.     Microsoft

Did you know Microsoft had a Project called Project Natick?  They took a 40-foot-long steel tube packed with 864 servers lowered it 117 feet to the bottom of the North Sea off Scotland, and left it there for two years?  6 of the 864 underwater servers failed, compared to 8 failures in a comparable land-based data center.   Medium.com states that on 2024, Microsoft quietly killed the project, despite the promising findings, Noelle Walsh, Microsoft’s head of Cloud Operations and Innovation, confirmed to journalist, “I am not building subsea data centers anywhere in the world, because of the practical challenges of maintenance, deployment and scaling proved too complex for widespread adoption.

 6.      AI Data Centers Near You

Usatoday.com stated that in July, President Trump advocated for beautiful data centers, saying, “You have to convince your community how great these things (are).  You can’t fight it; you have to go with it.”  Really?   Would you want an AI Data Center near you?  

 7.      AI Data Center near Mar-a-Lago

Is there plans for a huge AI datacenter Mar-a-Lago?   Yes, there is an according to guardian.com, Everglades could pay the price.  They further added that the proposed 600MW datacenter in western Palm Beach County could damage the wetlands, which the federal government and the state of Florida have spent a combined $6bn to restore after decades of drainage and development.

 8.      What About Metro Areas?

Research has shown that the metropolitan areas capture most of the economic benefits from data centers, while rural areas see far fewer spillover effects. Gatech.edu talks about this.  Metropolitan areas are well-positioned to absorb the indirect spending that data centers generate, whereas in rural areas, that amplification is much harder to achieve.

 9.     Tighter Restrictions

Are tighter restrictions needed for Data Centers?  Democratic lawmakers are calling for tighter restrictions on data centers, while Republicans say the facilities could boost the economy and keep the United States ahead in the artificial intelligence (AI) race.  Foxnews.com talks about this.  Republican Yassamin Ansari, D-Ariz., told Fox News Digital last month that Arizona needs to slow the expansion of data centers until the state fully assess its long-term impacts.  He further commented saying, “If Donald Trump is such a big fan of data centers, then he should welcome them in his own backward.”   Seemingly there are those that want data centers, but they do not want them near them.

10.    Data Centers in Michigan

Do you know how many Data Center Proposals have been seen across Michigan?   According to mlive.com at least 26 locations across Michigan have seen data center project proposals in the past year and a half.   On Wednesday, July 15, Governor Whitner called on data center companies to sign a voluntary pledge committing that their projects won’t hike utility bills that run afoul of environmental protections.  They further added that the Democratic bills introduced in Lansing would impose new statewide regulations on data centers, like clean energy requirements and a ban on nondisclosure agreements with local officials. 

 11.    Noise From Data Centers

Is there noise coming from the Data Centers? Yes, it is according to wxyz.com.  Michigan residents say that for the past couple of years, it has been emitting a high-pitched sound, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  They further added that in March, Dowagiac city leaders adopted the first-ever industrial noise ordinance for the city by setting a daytime decibel limit of 65 and a nighttime limit of 55. The CEO of Hyperscale Data stated he would make multiple efforts to reduce sound levels and If homeowners still are not happy then he would buy their property from them. The only problem with that is they are only given one alternative.   Homeowners have lived on their property for years; they may not want to sell and leave their home.  Buying and uprooting people from their properties may not be the best solution, at least not for the property owners.  What are your thoughts about this?

 

Source:

Health Issues

The Dangers of Data Centers

 How the data center boom could harm Black communities

China Is Putting Data Centers in the Ocean to Keep Them Cool

Why Data Centers Are Moving Underwater (And What It Means for Your Apps)

Data Centers are great and we should fully embrace them/Opinion

A huge AI data center is planned near Mar-a-Lago

Data Centers Are Booming.  Who Benefits?

Trump’s data center push fractures Congress as local anger explodes:  “Grasping at straws”

How many data center projects have been proposed in Michigan?   The total grows.

Neighbors say noise from Michigan data center is 24/7 and upending their lives

https://www.wxyz.com/news/voices/neighbors-say-noise-from-michigan-data-center-is-24-7-and-upending-their-lives

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Money Saving Tips

Do you use coupons? What are the advantages of using coupons? Can you really save by just using coupons? Why pay full price when you can snag the best deals every day?

Did You Know?

   

***Intentional***

What are your feelings about using coupons? Do you pay full price on items because you can afford it?

1. Digital Coupons

Did you know that technology is so advanced that you do not need a printer to use coupons? Yes you can save more and spend less. I frequently use Kroger and Meijer digital coupons. The great thing about this is in their app you just click on the coupons you want to use then when you shop it is automatically applied to your grocery list as you checkout in the store. This is so convenient and it even tells you at the end of the list how much you have saved. Also, Kroger will allow you to use coupons on certain items up to 5 times. Now that is really a savings for me. I love that Kroger has 5x the fuel coupons which saves you when purchasing gas for your vehicle.

2. Coupons by Mail

You can still live the frugal life. Now if you are not into the technology of coupons just yet, you can always receive coupons by mail. Hasselfreesavings.com talks about this. They have a list of 358 companies to contact for coupons. They even tell you what to write in an email for coupons.

3. Do Billionaires use Coupons?

Do billionaires use coupons? They most certainly do. According to cnbc.com some of the world’s wealthiest people are still cost-conscious. Perhaps that’s why they’re so rich in the first place. They further added that when Warren Buffet and Bill Gates were traveling together they decided to get lunch at McDonald's. Warren reached into his pocket and pulled out coupons. 

Speaking of riches I recall working with a CEO’s son. His teen-age son felt he should not have to bring his lunch to work. He commented why have a lot of money and not use it. I emphasized to him it is his parent’s money not his. He did not realize how much his parent’s may have already sacrificed to become CEO of an organization.

4. Buy Items You Use

Always be money smart. It is important to remember that you want to shop wisely and strategically. Just do not obtain coupons if you are not going to use them. When extreme couponing, you need to  know to purchase items that you will use. Money.howstuffworks.com gives an example of not buying 15 cans of tuna for a great deal if you will never eat what you bought. If you do this you are not saving any money at all. Have you seen or do you know someone that orders things because they feel it is a great deal even though they may not use it, but thinks maybe one day they might need it? You should make sure that you do not have that mindset with coupons.

5. Search for Coupons

Budgetsmadeeasy.com talks about searching for specific coupons at coupons.com. They further suggest contacting the manufacture for coupons letting them know that you love their products and would like to know where you can find coupons. Remember you want to save money and live better.

6. Why Stores Use Coupons

Did you know that stores know that the more they discount their products or the more they “give,” the more likely you will spend your money with them. Ramseysolutions.com talks about this and further adds that stores do not want you to know they have discounted some of their items so much that they actually lose money on that item just to get you in the door.

7. Temu controversy

There have been pros and cons about ordering from Temu.com online. I can say that I have had great results and savings from ordering form Temu. Something I notice is that you are bombarded with online coupons and discounts. They do this in such a way to hold your attention and not leave the page. I can honestly say I have received great products (mainly clothing) from Temu and I have received the products at a great price. I set my limits when shopping because I see so many things that I really like. I really love their return policy which has been very accurate from my experience. I want to remember to save more and spend less. I have had to return a few things that were not quite what I expected from the pictures, but the returning was very easy and no cost to me. The rate of returns have been far less than the great products I have received.  I can honestly say that.

8. Pros and Cons of Coupons For Your Business

Do you know the pros and cons of using coupons for your business? The advantages of using coupons for your business include introducing new customers to your store or website, email marketing list, and social media websites can be used for coupons according to investopedia.com. They further added that the disadvantages of using coupons for business include costing your business money and reducing profit.

9. Does Coupon Fraud exist?

Yes coupons fraud exists. According to unit21.ai the Queenpins case was a case in Phoenix, Arizona. Robin Ramirez bought bulk quantities of counterfeit coupons and when the house was raided the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) recovered over $40 million worth of fake coupons. I also saw the movie “Queenpins” the women were greedy and really got carried away with couponing. This couponing was an entire different level. I would never had imagine. 

So while you want to save money couponing you also want to make sure you are not doing anything illegal with your couponing regardless to how good the couponing gets. Save money with couponing. Take advantage of using digital couponing, but do not go overboard. I very seldom do paper couponing, because I have become so accustom to digital couponing and digital is the new Technology. You can have a coupon in your cellphone and just have the store clerk scan the barcode. This is so convenient and faster than the paper coupon. So are you using coupons or even thinking about it?

Source:

How to Sign Up for Coupons by Email and Save $

5 millionaires and billionaires who still use coupons

 

10 Extreme Coupon Tips for Normal People

 

Coupon Tips For Beginners

 

Does Couponing Really Save You Money?

 

Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Coupons for Your Business

 

Coupon Fraud

 

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The Benefits of Smiling and Laughing

Did you know that smiling and laughing are simple gifts that can brighten your day and lift, your spirit?  Best of all, they are free!

Think About It. . .

***Purpose***

1.      Fake Smiling

Have you ever heard of fake smiles?  Have you tried it. According to verywellmind.com even a fake smile can trick your brain into feeling happier and help you manage stress better.  They further added that research suggests that smiles are contagious and can change the moods of others for the better. 

2.      Chemical Cocktail

Do you know what a chemical cocktail is?  When you smile your brain releases three key chemicals: they are Dopamine which drives feelings of reward and motivation, Serotonin to regulate your mood, and endorphins, a natural painkiller.  Scienceinsights.org., talks about this.  They further added that not all smiles are created equal.  Receiving warm, genuine smiles helped people recover from stressful situations more quickly, whereas people who received cold, dominant smiles had elevated cortisol levels half an hour later.

3.      Medicine

Proverbs 17:22 A merry heart does good, like medicine, but a broken spirit dries the bones.  Laughter is good medicine for your body.  Do you know of people that are joyful and that smile often?   Do you know people that are grouchy and always complaining?  Brainperformance.com talks about how complaining rewires the brain.  Research from Stanford reveals that frequent complaining shrinks the hippocampus which is vital for memory and problem-solving.  They further added that listening to complaints for over 30 minutes can harm the brain.  What can you do about it?   How about developing a habit of gratitude?  How about acknowledging things that you are grateful for in your life?   Have you tried this?  I have tried it and discovered there are so many things in my life to be grateful for.  Think about it.   Remember start thinking twice before complaining.

4.       Laughing and Exercise

Can smiling be a form of exercise?  Yes, it can.  Did you know that laughing expands the lungs, stretches the muscles in the body and stimulates homeostasis.   This exercises the body, replenishing the cells from a lung full of oxygen and gains all the benefits of exercising the body.  Lifehack.org., further states that smiling makes you appear more approachable, makes others feel better too, and makes you more appealing and attractive person to be around.  Who doesn't want to look attractive?

5.       Smiling Depression

 Do you know what smiling depression is?  Have you seen those that appear cheerful with a smile only to find out later that they were battling depression? Have you seen those that appeared cheerful only later to discover they had committed suicide?  Psychologytoday.com talks about how this major depressive disorder often goes unnoticed. And those affected might be high-achieving, outwardly successful individuals who suppress their struggles.  I believe this is a time when others might question how they missed the signs. 

6.       Different Types of Smiles

Different types of smiles might include genuine, fake, polite, flirtatious, embarrassed, sarcastic, miserable, and compliance smiles.  These are all talked about at wikihow.com.  I am sure you have seen two or more of the types of smiles listed above sometime during your life.  They also noted that this form of non-verbal communication allows you to express reward smiles, affiliative smiles, and dominance smiles.  I can identify with the dominance smiles. I have seen those that express superiority with their smile.   It is very clear and a (no doubt about it) type of smile. 

 7.      Difference in Smiling and Laughter

Smiling may occur when you are reading or possibly having a private thought.  Have you ever noticed this?   Someone might be reading and you see them smiling?  It makes you wonder, “What is so interesting?”  Laughter generally evokes something funny such as a joke or story.  You may know of people that are generally funny.   These type of people will tell you jokes or talk about funny instances that may have occurred.   They will share these things with you.

I was at a funeral recently.   The grandchildren shared how the grandfather not only taught the boys how to cut grass but taught the girls also.  I could see myself smiling when this was shared.  I felt myself laughing when the grandson shared growing up he and his grandfather had cut 9 lawns.  His grandfather only paid $1.50 to him.   He was very upset and went to tell his grandmother.   After she said a few choice words the grandfather then gave him $20.00 more, which he says was a lot at that time for a child.  Can you think of instances when you have had a big laugh?

8.      Babies Smiling and Laughing

Have you ever thought about when babies start smiling and laughing?  By about 2 months your baby may start to show social smiles that are real, intentional and responsive smiles.  Babies start laughing around four to six months.  Health.clevelandclinic.org., talks about this. They do add, however, to talk to your child’s pediatrician if your baby is not responding to your voice, not engaging with toys, or not showing interest in exploring their environment.

9.      Do You Cry When You Laugh?

Did you know that crying and laughing provide the same kind of release for physiological stress. Newhealthadvisor.org., talks about this.   They also added that when people laugh or cry, it is an involuntary subconscious attempt at calming down and reducing stress.  Have you ever just had that laugh that was so funny that you started crying?

Have you observed that some people are just naturally funny. My big sister just keeps me laughing.   She can be so funny.

Source:

10 Big Benefits of Smiling

What Does Smiling Do to Your Brain and Mood? - ScienceInsights

How Complaining Rewires Your Brain

7 Benefits of Smiling and Laughing that You Didn't Know about - LifeHack

The Extraordinary Power of a Smile | Psychology Today

21 Types of Smiles: What They Mean & Look Like

The Difference Between Smiling and Laughing - Humor That Works

When Do Babies Start Smiling and Laughing?

https://health.clevelandclinic.org/when-do-babies-start-laughing-smiling

 

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Love The Universal Language

Did you know that love is a universal language that can be spoken and felt all over the world?

 

Think about this:

1.    Your Love Language

What is your love language?   Love may mean different things to different people.   Simplypsychology.org., describes the 5 love languages as words of affirmation, quality time, physical touch, acts of service, receiving gifts.   Have you taken the time to determine which ones are yours?  Have you taken time to see which one that your loved one may need? 

  

   2.   Most Popular Love Language

Love is Powerful. What is the most popular love Language?   According to wftv.com quality time ranking 31.5% is the most popular love language in America.    The further added that physical touch ranks 27.5, acts of service ranks 15%, words of affirmation 15%, and gifts ranked 11%.   I could see how quality of time ranked the highest because in today’s society seemingly everyone is rushing to attempt to get as much done in a day’s time as possible.  Single mothers seem to have to raise their children on their own.  Many individuals are employed in two or three jobs instead of only one.  A deliberate decision is needed to prioritize quality time.    They further added that music can also be a language of love according to a study.   If your partner likes K-pop, they are the most likely of any music fan base to cherish quality time in their love life.  While country fans, on the other hand, are quite the opposite.

    3.  Building a Love That Lasts 

 What are the 4 keys to building a love that lasts?   Greatergood.berkeley.edusuggests harmonious passion, cultivating positive emotions, savoring the good times, and knowing and building on your character strengths.  That is great.   I still appreciate the Bible verse about love.    This passage is commonly referred to as the Love Chapter.  1 Corinthians 13.   I particularly enjoy the verses about love.    They are as follows: verse 4. Love is patient, love is kind, it does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.  Verse 5. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.  Verse 6. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices in the truth (v.7).   It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always preserves, and verse 8. Love never fails. 

 

 4.      Love Heals

Does love aid healing?  It is possible.  1 Peter 4:8 Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.  (NIV).  Studies illustrate that the chemical and functional changes occurring with a love-empowered heart make us more resilient to pain and stress, reduce the risk of and promote improved recovery from cardiovascular events (strokes and heart attacks), and even help us fight off infections.   Psychologytoday.com talks about this.  They further added examples of how many parents have overcome addictions to alcohol or cigarettes in an expression of love for their newborn child or how many soldiers have made enormous sacrifices for their love of country and family?  I can see that.  This reminds me of how often people thank my husband for his service.    My husband is a veteran. He also is very patriotic.    His response to them is, “You were worth fighting for.” To my amazement many people are surprised to hear him say that, because they usually are expecting him to just say, “Your welcome.”

 

 5.      Unconditional Love

Have you felt unconditional love?    Do you know what unconditional love looks like?  Healthline.com talks about unconditional love as a selfless act, it can benefit emotional health, it feels secure, it’s altruistic, and it involves acceptance and forgiveness.  You know it is not love when strings or conditions are attached.   Have you heard someone say, "If you loved me, you'd do this?"    If you loved me you would do that?”

 

 6.      Tough Love

What is tough love?   Have you ever had to use tough love?   I believe when parenting there may be times when tough love is needed.  During my children's upbringing, we engaged in role-playing activities.  My two oldest children described me as favoring my youngest and giving her a pat on the shoulder no matter what she did.  I had never thought I did that until I saw them doing the role playing.  I needed to start using tough love.  How many of you have been guilty of favoring one of your children?  After the role playing I started looking at situations and sometimes saying to myself, “If this was not your child would you allow a certain behavior?  I would ask myself that question.    Children often don't notice that parents tend to become more relaxed with each additional child.  

 

  7.      Your Immune System

Some individuals experience rapid recovery from illnesses.    Have you ever wondered why that is?  Uthealthaustin.org., suggests that feeling loved and supported can strengthen the immune system and that those with a strong support system tend to recover more quickly from illnesses.   They further added that happily married couples report fewer complaints of back pain and headaches; happily married couples are 10% more likely to experience restful sleep.  Can anyone identify with this?  This is love in action.

 I have talked about this before.   During COVID-19 I was concerned during the month lockdown in our state.   Would my husband and I tolerate each other?  How would we cope under the circumstances.   Although I'd heard about families struggling in close quarters, we had no issues.  I was thankful for that.

Since love is a universal language and means different things to different people I ask you, “What does love mean to you?”   

 

Source: 

The 5 Love Languages Explained

 What’s the Most Popular Love Language in America?

 Four Keys to Building a Love that Lasts

 4 Ways Love Heals the Heart

 What’s (Unconditional) Love Got to Do with It?

 Ten Surprising Health Benefits of Love

  

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The Pros and Cons of Daylight Savings Time

 Is changing the clocks twice a year worth it?  Do you know when daylight savings time started in the United States? Does Daylight Savings Time affect your sleep?

Think About This. . .

***Purpose***

 

1.     Who created Daylight Savings Time?

In 1895 George Vernon Hudson, a postal worker from New Zealand made this proposition so that he would have more daylight hours to devote to his passion for studying and collecting insects, but in 1907 William Willett published a brochure called “The Waste of Daylight” advocating the benefits of adjusting clocks.  This is according to historycooperative.org.

 2.     Daylight Savings Time in the United States

Did you know that daylight savings time started in the United States in 1918 during World War 1 for the purpose of conserving fuel?

 3.     Safety

According to scienceinsights.org., daylight savings time reduces crime, lowers traffic fatalities, and gives people more usable daylight after work and school.   Whereas it has been explained that farmers follow the sun not the clock and when humans move their clock forward their production gets disrupted and the milk truck still arrives on the clock, which allows the dairy farmers no flexibility to keep things moving.

  4.     Mental Health

What about your mental health.   Did you know that sleep disturbances and the stress of adjusting to daylight savings may affect your mental health.  Housely.com talks about people often feeling more anxious or depressed during this transition making it harder to feel balanced.   I can attest to this.   When the clock is changed my body still wants to remain on the say old routine and it takes a while for me to adjust. 

   5.    Daylight Importance

What is the importance of daylight?  It has been scientifically proven that natural lighting helps people become happier, calm, healthy and productive.  Aydinlatma.org. further suggests that daylight improves the overall health and circadian rhythm of building occupants.  I love the daylight and I can see why switching the times every year can be concerning for our bodies.   My body feels it. 

   6.    Permanent Daylight Savings Time

Permanent daylight savings time will provide Americans with greater consistency, more usable daylight in the evening, and the certainty that comes with ending the twice-yearly clock changes.  Usnews.com talks about this.  I can see this.  Changing time twice a year just messes with the body. 

  7.     Living by the Sun and Moons Rhythm

Have you ever thought about how we survived before daylight savings time?  Before daylight savings time we depended on the sun.  There are those that could tell you about the time by the way that the sun rises, because clocks were not invented until  the 13^th and 14^th century according to nigms.nih.gov.

  8.    Will Trump End Daylight Savings Time?

This is an interesting question. Usatoday.com mentioned that in Trump’s first term in March 2019 he shared on social media that he fully supported making daylight saving time permanent.  In another post in 2024, Trump said he supports eliminating the time change.  They further added that the Daylight Act of 2026, would change the 1918 law and permanently adjust American time, per the legislation.  Republican Greg Steube, R-Florida, in early February, introduced the bill that would move the United States time zones forward 30 minutes and leave them there permanently.  

   9.    On the Winter Solstice?

What happens after the winter solstice? The winter solstice occurred on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 10:03 am., the shortest day of the year. Starting Monday, December 22, the days started getting longer, and the sun was higher up in the sky.  The darkest afternoon was on December 7 thanks to the lag between the days variable lengths caused by our planet moving at different speeds in our orbit.  This is talked about at almanac.com.  They further added that daily daylight increased by 3 minutes per day in March, depending on your location.

  10.   Candles

Could you imagine telling time by a candle?  During the middle-ages this is exactly how they told time.  The burning of a candle is a predictable thing.  People could measure time by marking candles by the hour. Medievalists.net talks about this.  When a candle had burned down to a certain mark, that meant many hours had passed. Can you imagine? 

  11.   Spring Forward

What does spring forward during Daylight Savings time mean?  It means losing an hour and according to usatoday.com  Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health states this has caused disrupting sleep patterns for over 300 million people, risk of mood disturbances, hospital admissions, as well as potential car crashes.  I know that is right. I have noticed even though the time changes my body does not seem to be aware of that and wants to reside on the old schedule.   Now they further added that not all United States observe daylight savings time.   Hawaii and most of Arizona do not observe daylight savings time.  I would not be offended if my state was added to that list.  In fact, I would really like it. 

  12.  Circadian Rhythm

How important is your circadian rhythm?  Your circadian rhythm is the pattern your body follows based on a 24-hour day.  In other words, your body’s internal clock.  What happens when your circadian rhythm is disrupted?  Light and dark affect your circadian rhythm.   It affects your food intake, stress, physical activity, temperature, overnight or off-hour work shifts, travel, certain medications, mental health conditions, health conditions involving your head or brain, and poor sleep habits.  I can identify with several of these. 

I recall when cross-training at my previous employment, part of my cross-training involved working all 3 shifts.  Well, everyone teased me regarding third shift, because every night while working at exactly 3 am I became very sleepy and had to fight to keep my eyes open. I will never forget working that shift.  That was an eye opener for me.

What are your thoughts?   Do you want Daylight Savings time to stop?

 

Source:

Who Invented Daylight Savings Time? Chronicles of the Clock | History Cooperative

What Are the Real Benefits of Daylight Saving Time? - ScienceInsights

5 Benefits and 5 Drawbacks of Daylight Savings Time - Housely

The Importance of Daylight - Lighting Portal

The House Voted for Permanent Daylight Saving Time. Here Is What it Means for You | National News | U.S. News

Living by the light: How the Moon and Sun shape our rhythm

Circadian Rhythms | National Institute of General Medical Sciences

Is Trump ending daylight saving time? See his stance on the issue.

How Much Daylight Do We Gain After the Winter Solstice? | Almanac.com

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