The GrayVine Newsletter Tuesday 09.02.2025

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Tuesday Edition - September 2, 2025

Good morning Member

Lovely Tuesday, GrayViners! My day began with the sweetest surprise—roses waiting on my desk and a handwritten note from someone I love. It wasn’t tied to an occasion, but it was enough to make the whole day feel brighter. It made me curious about you Member, so finish the sentence: My favorite kind of flower is…

Let’s move on to yesterday’s Word Unscramble: F U B F A L O

The word is buffalo! Let’s hear it for our brilliant Word Wizards!

Ready for today’s riddle? Here it is: I’m circle-shaped, both smooth and bright. I bear your meals in morning light. When forks fall still, I’m cleared away. What am I?

Drop your answer here, and if you get it correct, we’ll give you a shout-out tomorrow. So, what’s going on across the US? Let’s take a look!

Sophia — Newsletter Writer



Breaking News SeparatorBreaking News


Fun & GamesFun & Games


CrosswordSudokuSolitaireTrivia

Today’s Trivia SeparatorToday’s Trivia

Which bird commonly sleeps standing on one leg?

Image source: brgfx/Freepik

A. Flamingo

B. Ostrich

C. Penguin

D. Albatross


Let's Save - Today's Deals SeparatorLet's Save - Today's Deals

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AirTag $22.99 @ Amazon

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Liquid Detergent $17.94 @ Walmart

Reliable cleaning performance.

Note: Deals are not sponsored unless stated.


Recipe of the day SeparatorRecipe Of The Day

Loaded Chicken Cutlet

Image source: EatingWell

Crowd-pleasing meal made on one sheet pan.

You can find the full recipe below!


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! 😉

Did you solve last week’s game? See if you won a shout-out!


On this day in History SeparatorOn This Day In History - September 2, 2025

1789 - Congress established the US Treasury Department.

1945 - Japan formally surrendered aboard the USS Missouri, ending WWII.

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


Picture of the Day SeparatorPicture Of The Day

Image source: Reddit

When the Sky Turned Orange

Some moments etch themselves into memory—not for beauty alone, but for what they remind us of. In San Francisco, during California’s wildfires, the Golden Gate stood against a sky painted in eerie orange. It was haunting, unforgettable, and a reminder of how deeply nature and life are intertwined. Have you ever witnessed a place you know transformed so completely? Share it with us in the forum!


Fact of the Day SeparatorFront Porch Forum

Image source: iStock

Front Porch Forum: “Saying Goodbye, With Complication”

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!


Word of the Day SeparatorWord Of The Day

EPITOME

(ih-PIH-tuh-mee) A perfect example of something.

When used in a sentence: “In his tailored suit and fashionable haircut, he was the very epitome of style.”

Today’s trivia answer: A. 

Flamingos often sleep standing on one leg.