What to Know About Leap Day on February 29th
Leap Day has arrived. February 29th is Leap Day and occurs every four years when an extra day is added to the calendar. Each year we lose six hours so this time is made up by adding an extra twenty-four hours every four years. Leap Day is more than just an extra day for many of us.
Party 4 Years in the Making
I have a friend who was born on February 29th many years ago. Most born on this day don’t make a big deal out of it, but she does. Every four years she celebrates four times the amount she would if she had a party every year.
This is a huge celebration that does more than just honor her February 29th birthday. It’s a blowout that acknowledges everyone who has played a major part in her life. Family, friends, teachers, doctors, and more. It’s an idea and tribute that’s so amazing that all involved look forward to it, and talk about it regularly. Some of those who are unable to attend even send video speeches and fun tributes to mark the celebration.
100-Year-Old Woman Celebrates 25th Birthday
ABC in Oklahoma City reported that Mary Forsythe enjoyed a party that very few will ever be able to celebrate. She was born on February 29, 1924. Her entire community joined her in celebration of her 100th birthday. Technically, she’s only 25, because that’s how many actual birthdays she’s had.
What’s a Leapling?
She and others born on this date are called “leapers” or “leaplings.” The odds of being a “leapling” are 1461 to 1. This is because the day comes around once every 1461 days. There are about five million of them in the world. That’s compared to about twenty-one million people born on each of all other dates in the year.
Did You Know?
Here are some fun facts that you may not be aware of concerning February 29th or Leap Day.
According to the movie “Leap Year,” the day is considered one that women propose to their boyfriends. If the man declines the proposal. It’s believed that he then owes the proposer a skirt, a kiss, or other gifts. If you’ve seen the movie then you’re already familiar with it.
Free Stuff
According to The Krazy Coupon Lady, there are many deals to have during leap day.
For example, the website claims that you can get a large pizza for $2.29 at 7-Eleven convenience stores. Also, “Chuck E. Cheese centers that have Trampoline Zones are giving away free All-Day Jump Passes to children under 52 inches tall.”
You can more than half of a $5 take-home entrée at Olive Garden, and Krispy Kreme will give you a free donut if you were born on leap day.
February 30th
Yes, it’s true. There was a time when February 30th existed. According to TimeandDate.com both Sweden and the Soviet Union added the day to their calendar for a year or two.
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