Month: October 2013

October 27 is National Cranky Co-Workers Day. No matter where you work or in what profession, it seems like you can’t avoid that one obnoxious person in your office who always seems to have gotten up on the wrong side of the bed. Whether they’re rude, love to complain, grouchy, or just make you want to bang your head on the desk, the Debbie Downer or Carl Curmudgeon in your office just can’t be avoided.

If you’re really having difficulties with co-worker, perhaps these tips can help.

Send a humorous, light-hearted acknowledgement to the office crank with a Cranky Co-Workers Day card from Greeting Card Universe. If laughter is the best medicine, maybe a chuckle will help alleviate the symptoms of grouchiness. Need a card in a hurry? Order on-line and get free in-store pick up – usually in 1 hour – at most Target and Bartell Drug Stores.

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“These cards r really nice- I used these cards to say THANKS to our vets that help tale care of our old dog—– and I being using them again for other subjects – GOOD Idea thanks again” – Elizabeth, October 18, 2013

October 11 is National Coming Out Day in the United States and in countries around the world.

For many members of the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) community, “coming out” or telling  friends and family is similar to a rite of passage, a claiming of one’s sexual orientation or gender identity. National Coming Out Day spotlights the civil rights issues still facing the global LGBT population and encourages awareness and action.

Greeting Card Universe offers customizable card designs for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals, families, and couples for most holidays and occasions including uncommon occasions like  Coming Out cards. Once you try our unique, one-of-a-kind selections and convenient service, you’ll never go back!

What Are Happy Shoppers Saying About Greeting Card Universe?
“This was easy, no hassle and the card looked real nice. My partner received it the day of our anniversary and it was great! It took 5 days (two were Saturday and Sunday) would do this again, so simple.” – Helen, October 8, 2013

Ever since the concept of wheels on footwear appeared  in the early eighteenth century, roller skating has become part of world culture. Here are five interesting tidbits from the interesting and occasionally wacky history of roller skates.

1. The German ballet, The Artist, or Winter Pleasures in 1818 had an ice skating scene which was mimicked on stage by performers wearing roller skates. A couple of decades later, beer halls in Germany also introduced barmaids on skates to facilitate serving thirsty customers more quickly.
2. The modern quad roller skate was invented by American James Plimpton in 1863. His design permitted wearers to make curves and turns, allowing backward skating for the first time.
3. In 1983, roller blades—inline skates—begin to be produced. The concept of inline skates with the wheels in a row takes inspiration from an early nineteenth century design which didn’t catch on. One of the earlier inline skate designs was created by Joseph Merlin, who literally crashed a party in 1860 wearing wheeled boots.
4. Once roller skating rinks were opened to the public in late nineteenth century New York City, the popularity of the sport boomed. Activities began to include endurance roller skating contests in which participants skated around the rink for as long as possible. The last man still on his skates at the end won.
5. Today, roller skate based sports remain popular including roller hockey, roller derby, artistic skating, speed skating, and trick-based competitions.

Greeting Card Universe helps you let the good times roll with family and friends with Roller Skating Party Invitations. If you’re in a hurry, place your order on-line and roll off to your local Target store for free in-store pickup at most locations.

What Are Happy Shoppers Saying About Greeting Card Universe?
“Bought a card for our one-yr-old twin granddaughters, and could not be more pleased. Great selection, easy site to order from, and shipped quickly. Plan to order more In the future.” – Sheila, October 2, 2013