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Tuesday Edition - February 17, 2026

Good morning Member

Happy Tuesday, Grayviners! Isn’t it funny how we promise we’ll never sound like our parents… and then one day we catch ourselves saying exactly what they used to say? A phrase we once rolled our eyes at slips out like second nature. What’s something your parents or grandparents used to say that you now repeat? Mine? “Close the fridge door!” 😅 I didn’t get it then, but now it’s automatic. Share your line in the forum—and the story behind it. Bonus points if you can still hear their voice when you type it. 💛

Let’s revisit yesterday’s Word Unscramble: B I L Y A R R

Now, here's today's riddle: What can’t talk but will reply when spoken to?

Drop your answer when you’re ready—you could be in tomorrow’s shout-out! Today’s lineup includes food benefit changes, a possible phone bill charge, Costco and Red Lobster deals, scam tactics retirees should watch for, and more.

Veronica — Newsletter Writer


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Today’s Trivia SeparatorToday’s Trivia

Which animal has males that carry the babies?

Image Source: Pexels/Kalistro

A. Penguins

B. Seahorse

C. Wolves

D. Swans


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“Should I stop hosting family dinners if I feel like no one really wants to be here anymore?”

Pull up a seat, GrayViners! An anonymous sender needs your advice... Read on and let us know your thoughts.

Got a concern you'd like to share with everyone? Start a conversation here!


What's the Image Saying SeparatorWhat's The Image Saying?

Image Source: The GrayVine

I’m sure you can figure out what this image is saying, so share your answer here once you get it! đŸ˜‰

Did you solve the last game? See if you won a shout-out!


Recipe of the day SeparatorRecipe Of The Day

BBQ Chicken Twice-Baked Potatoes

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Smoky, sweet, and hearty.

You can find the full recipe below!


On this day in History SeparatorOn This Day In History - February 17, 2026

1801 - The House elected Thomas Jefferson president after an Electoral College tie.

1969 - Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash recorded an album that was never released.

Wondering what else happened On This Day? Take a walk down memory lane here!


Brain TrainingBrain Training


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A Full Belly and a Flop

Photographer Johan J. Botha was watching a pride of nine lions at a fresh kill, cubs included, when one overfed cub rolled onto its back and stayed there, gazing up in full-belly surrender. With the hunt over, this future king looked more like a content housecat than a fierce predator. It’s a sweet reminder that even in the wild, there are soft, comical moments of pure satisfaction. Have you ever caught an animal in a surprisingly human moment? We’d love to see what caught your eye. đŸŚđŸ’›


Word of the Day SeparatorWord Of The Day

SIBILANT

(SIB-UH-LUHNT) Making or characterized by a hissing sound.

When used in a sentence: “The sibilant whisper of the wind through the trees was eerie.”


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Today’s trivia answer: B 

Male seahorses carry and incubate the babies in a brood pouch.