DBD 04-23-2025: Oh Canada
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Today is National Shakespeare Day, because while we don’t know exactly when ol’ Willy was born in April 1564, the 23rd seems like a pretty good bet.
People are encouraged to celebrate the legendary playwright by talking like Shakespeare for a day. Here are a few tips:
Instead of saying “it,” simply use the letter “t” (’tis, I’ll do’t, ’twould).
Make your verbs sing by adding “eth” to the end.
When you want to talk smack about someone, say their brain is “as dry as the remainder biscuit after a voyage.”
In the middle of a conversation, abruptly peel off and recite a monologue.
~~ i took this from the Morning Brew daily newsletter i get ~~
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