Fuzzy Converse Sneakers
Some Converse sneakers have a thin layer of felt on the bottom.
Its only purpose is to save the company money, because shoes with fuzzy soles technically qualify as slippers, which have import taxes up to 30% lower than regular shoes.
The Humongous Fungus
There’s a giant network of honey mushrooms in Oregon spread across 2,200 acres that’s been known to strangle trees from underground by cutting off their nutrient and water supply. This 1500+ year old fungus is considered to be one of the largest organisms on earth and is referred to as ‘The Humongous Fungus.’
Whether You Think You Can Or You Think You Can’t You’re Right
“Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t–you’re right.” ― Henry Ford
Origin of Marshmallows
Marshmallows originated from the mallow plant that grows in marshes. Ancient Egyptians combined the sap with a honey-based candy recipe to create a confection so delightful that it was reserved only for the pharaohs and the gods.
Candy makers in France then combined the marshmallow sap with egg whites and sugar whipped by hand to create the first marshmallows as we know them today.
Mr Clean First Name
Mr. Clean’s first name is Veritably.
Work is a Like a Rubber Ball
“Work is a rubber ball. If you drop it, it will bounce back. The other four balls– family, health, friends, integrity– are made of glass. If you drop one of these, it will be irrevocably scuffed, nicked, perhaps even shattered.” ― Gary Keller