Knowitalledge

He may be wrong, but he’s never in doubt.” at was a phrase my dad used when describing someone who thought they knew everything. We’ve all had the annoying experience of dealing with someone who thinks they know everything about everything. Whether you’re at home, school, the office, or in other social settings, you’re bound to encounter a know-it-all sooner or later. Fortunately, I have some great “knowitalledge” you can use the next time you are cornered in the Harris Teeter checkout lane, bookstore, dog park, or any other place you can’t escape. e next time one of these omniscient folks starts blathering on and on, quickly cut them off by asking “Did you know ...” and throw in one of these tidbits.

Many years ago in Scotland, a game was invented that was ruled “Gentleman Only. Ladies Forbidden.” Thus, the word “golf” entered the English language.

The percentage of Africa that is wilderness is 28%. That’s less than the percentage of North America that is wilderness, which is 38%.

It is impossible to lick your elbow.

The first novel ever written on a typewriter was The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

Each king in a deck of playing cards represents a great ruler in history: Spades-King David; Hearts-Charlemagne; Clubs-Alexander the Great; DiamondsJulius Caesar.

Bulletproof vests, fire escapes, windshield wipers and laser printers have something in common. They were all invented by women.

In Shakespeare’s time, mattresses were secured on bed frames by ropes. Pulling on the ropes tightened the mattress, creating a better, firmer, sleep surface. Hence the existence of the phrase, “Goodnight, sleep tight.”

Keep in mind though, while it may not be apparent to you, there may be times others see you as the know-it-all. Of course, I could be wrong, but I doubt it.

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LIVING A LEGACY!

One of the greatest gifts we can give our children and grandchildren is being outdoors with them. Sharing the beauty of the natural world with them. Listening for bird calls together, learning the names of plants and animals.There are few places better to do this than on St. Simons Island. The 12,000 acres that make up this barrier island are filled with pristine maritime forests, marshlands, meandering streams and waterways, hiking trails, and bike paths. Because of your support, the St. Simons Land Trust has been able to preserve and protect roughly 1,200 of those acres, or 10% of the island.

Legacies don’t have to begin after we’re gone.Every day is a legacy when we’re sharing something precious with those we love.

We hope that in 2023 you’ll hike a trail, ride a bike, and share the wonders of nature with others. We’re here to help.