I Suspect a Trap

Daria is showing off her mouth for Lips Appreciation Day, although she usually uses them for snarking rather than for kissing--with one infamous exception. Perhaps she's just asking to borrow Jane's lip gloss. It's kiwi flavored!

If Daria wants to get really out of character, she could also celebrate Act Happy Day! After all, she doesn't like to smile unless she has a reason.

With today being the anniversary of the day the episode "That Was Then, This is Dumb" aired in 1998, this would be a good day to enjoy some nostalgia. I should point out, though, that the episode is now about as far away from the current date as the 60s were from the episode's airdate. Anyone else feel old now?

Fanfic Update!

• And so what? We have free will anyway, by natalieee_139 (COMPLETE!): "'Okay... I think we have what we need. Trent, are you ready?' Daria asked, peeking through the curtains of the LHS auditorium and picking up their speech."


• Of Inhuman Bonding, by wilddogjj (parts 1 and 2): "Kevin was hanging out on the porch drinking beer with Quinn's husband, Jim. With them was Jim and Quinn's son Tommy, though he was drinking soda." (Part 2)

She'd Far Rather Sting Like a Bee

Daria has decided to take a very hands-on (antennae-on?) approach to Learn about Butterflies Day, but we all know she isn't a social butterfly, so please keep your distance. Amanda Lane has taught Jane all she could want to know about butterflies, largely about how to kill them by holding them too tightly. Or something to that effect.

If Daria gets tired of nectar and wants a snack, there's always National Potato Chip Day. She should check with Brittany to see if she has both flat and ridgy chips!

In fact, asking about chip textures would be a great way to celebrate International Ask a Question Day, especially because Brittany tends to answer questions in a tone of voice that itself sounds like a question. It's like a never-ending circle of questions!

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• Discuss the United States striking Iran.

She's Actually Quite Ruthless!

I'm not sure that Grandma Ruth is all that excited about National Ruth Day, but perhaps she's just disappointed that no one has given her girdle money lately. I'm sure she'll feel better once she gets the chance to criticize Helen a few times.

Unfortunately, I suspect Helen will not be home because it's National Working Mom's Day and she's definitely more interested in the "working" part of the holiday. Ruth will just have to give Daria and Quinn all of the passive aggressive comments instead.

With any luck, Camp Grizzly, first seen in the episode "Camp Fear" on this day in 2001, will hold another reunion and give the girls an excuse to leave. Although choosing between staying with Grandma Ruth and spending time with Skip Stevens and Amelia...well, that's a tough call.

Fanfic Update!

• Spider Quinn 20 The Imitation Tempest, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 8): "Sandi entered Cashmans and saw that the knockoff clothes were still on sale. 'There are still a lot of them,' she said."

Is Someone Attacking a Cat?

While Joey's choice of musical instrument in honor of International Bagpipe Day will certainly get Quinn's attention, I don't think it will be a very positive reaction. Unless he can play some "Boys 'R' Guys" songs on that thing, perhaps.

It's also appropriate that Joey is wearing a kilt, because it's National Skirt Day as well! Daria, meanwhile, will celebrate the same way she does every day: by wearing the same outfit as usual. The Fashion Club will be horrified by the "too long" skirt, unless that kind of thing has come back into style. If it turns out to be fashionable, then Daria will be the one who is horrified.

Finally, today we observe a triple episode anniversary for "The Invitation" in 1997, "Depth Takes a Holiday" in 1999, and "A Tree Grows in Lawndale" in 2000. Apparently March 10th was a good day for teen parties, personified versions of holidays, and motorcycle accidents. Who knew?

Have a Very Passive-Aggressive Day!

Helen and Linda seem to be catching up with each other's lives in honor of International Women's Day, but in reality they're sniffing out the other's weaknesses in order to better destroy their prey. Hooray for women supporting women, I guess!

Perhaps they're both just grouchy from losing an hour of sleep last night due to Daylight Saving Time. If you didn't remember to set your clocks forward by an hour, well, I'm very envious of your improved rest.

No matter how sleepy you feel, there's no excuse for celebrating Be Nasty Day by being unkind to others. Unless you're in the Fashion Club, in which case it is highly encouraged. Like (bitchy) mother, like (bitchy) daughter.

Don't Forget to Remove the Lid if You Cook it in a Conventional Oven!

You'd think Helen is celebrating National Frozen Food Day, but you're wrong for two reasons. First, frozen lasagna is hardly a rare occasion at the Morgendorffer house. Second, I'm deeply skeptical that what they eat could be called "food" in the traditional sense.

I think fandom would be okay to skip National Brian Day, since the only two choices on Daria are Brian Danielson, Erin's sleazy husband, or Brian Taylor, Brittany's psycho little brother. Someone working on the show must have known a Brian who was a real piece of work.

If you decide to observe Employee Appreciation Day today, please also spare a thought for poor Teresa at Junior Five for Salesperson Day as well. That unfortunate woman had the most thankless job ever, possibly second only to Marianne.

The Score is Love-Hate

Daria is being surprisingly athletic in honor of World Tennis Day, especially since normally the most exerting activity she participates in is lifting a hardcover book. Jodie, being on the tennis team, might welcome the support as long as Daria puts more effort into returning serves than she did when playing volleyball.

I just hope she takes care when the ball is in play, because it's Brain Injury Awareness Day and the last thing she wants is to be hit in the head. Tommy Sherman did enough of that at Lawndale High for everyone, and Kevin's probably more concerned with avoiding knee injuries.

If Kevin does get hurt again, at least he has a gig ready for him for National Safety Day. His turn as a motivational speaker for grade school kids was actually kind of heartwarming, even if it didn't last very long.

Fanfic Update!

• The Ex-Fashion Club Comes to a Few Conclusions, by Louisethebeaverwarrior (COMPLETE!): "Despite it being her idea from the start, Quinn still rolled her eyes at herself while she dialed. Daria was probably the worst person to ask about relationship things, but she’d tried Stacy and Tiffany who had, naturally, been no help."


• Spider Quinn 20 The Imitation Tempest, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 7): "It was still quite early when Daria arrived at the Historia. It was early enough that Angie was still setting up the café when she arrived."

How About Reading Across the Living Room?

You might think that Daria is celebrating Read Across America Day, but really she's only interested in Reading Quietly in Solitude Day. The rest of the country can just keep its distance, please and thank you.

If she decides to take a break and wants to earn some money, then she could always man another flea market stand with Jane in honor of Old Stuff Day. On second thought, it might be better to just stay put and avoid the hassle.

On this day in 1998, the episode "Quinn the Brain" first aired. Quinn tried out being "smart" for awhile, and all of fandom melted down over whether or not Daria taking her glasses off and wearing a pink T-shirt made her suddenly hot.

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• Discuss the United States' strikes on Iran.

Zzzzzzzzzzzzzz....

Daria and Jane definitely have the right idea for Public Sleeping Day, but they have a long way to go to catch up with Trent. If sleeping (in public or otherwise) were an Olympic sport...Trent would lose because he'd oversleep and miss the event entirely.

I hope that Quinn doesn't get it into her head to celebrate National Essay Day, because I don't think Daria (or the rest of us) could handle another "brainy" phase from her. "Academic Imprisonment" was never going to win any Pulitzer awards, anyway.

Someone should tell Ms. Barch that it's National Science Day and she should take a break from ranting about her ex-husband to do some teaching. Unfortunately the science lesson will probably be about how her ex-husband is scientifically inferior to all other organisms on the planet.

Fanfic Update!

• Is It Queer Yet?, by cas_hat_o3 (parts 1 and 2): "After the nightmare that was explaining to her mom that couldn't do an impromptu driving session because she was not, in fact, wearing her contacts, her eyes had hurt too much to do so, and she'd chosen to go to school without them or her glasses for." (Part 2)


• Spider Quinn 20 The Imitation Tempest, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 6): "Dafoanairi saw Tania running up. 'What’s wrong?' she asked as she held her staff in a ready manner."

Quinn's Feeling a Little Nutty

It appears that someone must have celebrated National Pistachio Day a little too close to Quinn, which ended up triggering her pistachio dye allergy. R.I.P. to her hypothetical career as a neck model.

Perhaps she can cheer herself up by telling another story about clunky silver and gold dresses in honor of Tell a Fairy Tale Day! I hope Daria doesn't join in, because stories about witches and cannibalism won't cheer her sister up.

On this day in 2001, the episode "Sappy Anniversary" first aired. I think Daria's disappointment in Tom not making a big deal about their six-month "anniversary" is misplaced; just think how she'd have felt if he'd handed her a half-melted hobbit-shaped lump of wax instead.

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• Share cartoon jokes that would go over kids' heads today.

Jane (Hearts) Art!

I see Jane has taken the appropriate method to observe National Artist Day, although she may or may not actually know what day it is. For her, this is probably just another Tuesday.

If you're feeling hungry, go ahead and celebrate National Tortilla Chip Day, but best to eat them plain so they "don't fight the dip," whatever that means. If you're truly going to make the most of the holiday, be sure to have both flat and ridgy chips!

Finally, it was on this day in 1999 that the episode "Through A Lens Darkly" first aired. Daria got contacts, discovered the Eunice inside, and almost murdered a dog. What a week!

"I could write songs for cats!"

Jake is taking his life into his hands in order to celebrate National Cat Day, but who could resist an adorable furry creature like a kitty? Jake himself longed for a cat as a child, but if he pushes Mr. Whiskers too far then he might change his mind.

If you're not really a cat person, you could observe Walking the Dog Day by taking a stroll with man's best friend. Just be sure to watch out for student drivers...especially if they aren't wearing their glasses.

Andrea might be too busy working to spend time with pets of any species, but that's okay because it's also Supermarket Employee Day. If you need to know where the bootlaces are, she's your gal!

Fandom News!

• cfardell_Brenorenz29 posted a new Iron Chef: Crossover Road Trip.


• wingzero shared an article about Texas's new food labeling rules.

Tweeeeeeeeeet!

Although National Whistleblower Reward Day refers to the kind of whistleblower that calls out wrongdoing rather than people who literally blow whistles, Daria will in fact receive a reward. That reward being that Kevin and Brittany will get away from her locker and let her access it in peace.

Once that task is accomplished, she could offer her time to help increase the glory and honor of Lawndale High by participating in National Student Volunteer Day! I wouldn't hold your breath, though. Save it for blowing those whistles.

Indeed, as Mrs. Griffin says, to volunteer is to say "use me," so it's better to celebrate National Leadership Day by taking charge instead. As long as you're willing to try to keep a group of indifferent teenagers on task, in which case you're probably insane and shouldn't be in a position of leadership.

Fanfic Update!

• Spider Quinn 20 The Imitation Tempest, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 5): "After school, Daria changed to Dafoanairi on the school roof. She looked over towards the Oscorp headquarters in the distance. ‘I know you’re planning something for this town. But, not if I have anything to say about it.’"

Don't Whine for Wine

I don't think Jane's making a wise choice in celebrating National Drink Wine Day with Alison, and not only because she's underage. As long as she makes the right choice when Alison offers to show her some pastels, it might still end well.

If you like random holidays, then let me introduce you to Cow Milked While Flying in an Airplane Day! I suppose it's about as random as Roger the skydiver falling on a cow from an airplane, but hopefully with less death.

On this day in 2000, the "Daria Behind The Scenes Special" aired, hosted by Janeane Garofalo. During the special, which aired before Season Four, they teased the idea of Daria starting a relationship with someone...but no one could guess just how bad the fallout would be.

Fandom News!

• Please nominate Written Works and Visual Works for the 2025 Daria Fanworks Awards if you can.


• wingzero shared a link to a video, "3 Hours of Daria Lore to Fall Asleep to."

But Was He Buried Without His Liver or His Diver?

Although King Tut's tomb was officially opened on this day in 1923, it looks like Jake is preparing to celebrate the opening of King Tut's cereal box. As long as he's careful when he pours the milk, I think he'll be just fine.

Holiday Island had better look out, because it's President's Day and those two holidays are likely to be even more insufferable than usual. If that's possible. Feel free to celebrate by playing the harpsichord...acoustic or electric!

It was on this day in 1998 that the episode "Arts 'N Crass" first aired, preceded by the "Daria Day" marathon! During the marathon, Jane and Daria answered letters from fans with varying degrees of sincerity but plenty of humor.

Fanfic Update!

• Hell Hath No Fury Like a Woman Pantsed, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Shane Sloane had Al, Lou, Tommy, Timmy, Kevin Jr. and Q over to play video games. He'd become a lot less of a bully since the time he pushed Timmy too far. Today, they were all over to play video games." (Part 2) (Part 3)

"Everything is love, baby."

Don't look now (seriously, don't look at him) but Upchuck is armed and ready for Valentine's Day. Let's hope he has terrible aim, and that he never gets his hands on Valentine's Day's taser. Daria made her feelings about the holiday clear in the Huffington Post article, "What I Think About Valentine's Day," and I don't think I can improve on that.

If you need a romantic idea for where to take your significant other, you could take a ride for two in honor of Ferris Wheel Day. Just don't get stuck with post-breakup Stacy Rowe, or else you'll have to listen to her wail about her misfortunes the entire time.

If you have something more...mature...in mind for the holiday, be sure to celebrate National Condom Day! Bonus points if the item in question is neon-colored, since Tom's (supposedly) was not.

She Still Looks Stone-Faced

Andrea looks (slightly) more stoic than usual, thanks to her impression of Abraham Lincoln on the anniversary of his birth on this day in 1809. Maybe Jodie can spend some time today telling Brittany the story of what happened to him and his wife...but very gently and using very small words.

Interestingly, scientist Charles Darwin was born on the very same day, in the same year. I'm sure Kevin will be pleased to know that "the monkey guy" is being celebrated today, thanks to his love of monkeys, although he might be disturbed to find that Darwin was not, in fact, the man in the yellow hat.

I would strongly recommend that you only observe Hug Day with willing participants. Hugging someone like Daria without permission could lead to a lawsuit or, at the very least, stomped toes.

Fanfic Update!

• Daria's narration, by redpink (part 1): "You know, I never thought I'd be the kind of person who'd find comfort in something so... tactile. But here I am, lying on Jane's bed, my stomach resting against hers like we're puzzle pieces that finally clicked."


• I (Don't) Want to Be a Part of It, by ladyevil (part 13): "'You’re Quinn, right?' Quinn turned to see a blonde, middle aged woman in a blouse that was five years out of fashion."


• Ow, What a Night!, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Quinn sat at the bar with Angie and her friends, and she was not having a good time due to being the only 43-year-old in a club full of twenty-somethings." (Part 3)


• Scitech Day, by redpink (part 1): "Jane's room is dim except for the soft glow of the lamp on her nightstand."


• Spider Quinn 20 The Imitation Tempest, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 4): "SpiderGirl looked out over the town from the top of the theater as she usually did. ‘Something feels off,’ she thought. ‘It’s not like the usual feeling when looking over the town,’ she thought."

I Guess She Couldn't Find Any Black Ones?

Andrea has chosen an appropriate accessory for Umbrella Day, but it might be more useful if she waited until it was raining. Rain or shine, snow or heat, I hope you stay protected from whatever the weather may bring you today!

I don't think an umbrella will be enough, however, if life decides to throw aliens your way. Fortunately, it's also Extraterrestrial Culture Day and you can take the opportunity to learn more about the otherworldly beings. Just think of the attention you'll get at the next UFO convention! Mostly unwanted, I'm afraid.

If you're geeky but not, like, Artie geeky, then you could celebrate Clean out Your Computer Day instead. If you need assistance, you could ask Jake to draw on his days of experience at Buzzdome. On second thought, just call customer support.

She WILL Make a Dainty GarLAND for HER Head and Sing!

Quinn is giving Opera Day everything she's got, but the opera isn't over because Quinn may be singing and a lady, but she isn't..."thinly challenged." Maybe Mr. DeMartino can check out the PayDay automotive department to see if they're performing Madame Butterfly again.

I suppose he and every other male resident of Lawndale can do just about anything and still be celebrating Man Day, just by existing. This would probably be an appropriate occasion to listen to Trent sing "Manly," if indeed there is ever an appropriate occasion to listen to Trent sing.

There are few things more manly than "great big guys slamming into other great big guys," and what better way to see that than to watch Super Bowl LX, taking place later today? Just be sure to wear a print instead of cream if you go to a Super Bowl party, so as to avoid any potential dipsasters.

Fanfic Update!

• The Broadway singers and dancers, by redpink (part 1): "The curtain rises to reveal a glowing cityscape backdrop, painted in sweeping colors. The orchestra swells with bright, hopeful chords. Daria and Jane stand center stage, hand in hand, both wearing simple but elegant costumes that shimmer under the lights."

"Monster trucks and naked models! Naked, naked, naked!"

I don't think Jane was expecting to see a room full of artists celebrating Working Naked Day, but one should never question the artistic process. I'm hoping Jake was able to find his pants so that he could celebrate Working Fully Clothed Day, because I don't think his clients would have appreciated even partial nudity.

Ted will be pleased to learn that today is Bubble Gum Day, thanks to Daria introducing him to the wonders of chewable treats. His parents will be less happy, but what they don't know won't hurt him.

For anyone with a special someone in their life, here's your warning on National Valentine Shopping Reminder Day that you'd better start looking for gifts if you're going to. I'm always happy to accept chocolate gifts if anybody's curious!

Now Those Composting Skills Will Come In Handy!

Although Helen certainly looks the part for Farmer's Day, I don't think she's going to grow very many crops with a single wheel and a chicken. Although that's more than she'll need if she lands the same gig Trent was suited for: a farmer paid not to grow crops.

Jane, on the other hand, will probably be more interested in National Girls and Women in Sports Day...as long as she doesn't have to interact with any of her teammates. Are there any track meets that consist of a single person? Because that would be perfect for her.

Meanwhile, I suspect Daria will be content to celebrate World Read Aloud Day, but maybe without the "aloud" part. She hasn't had the best luck with reading stories out loud to people, unless those stories are grisly retellings of fairy tales.

Fanfic Update!

• Spider Quinn 20 The Imitation Tempest, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 3): "The Enigma left the facility the way she had come in. 'SpiderGirl is sure to be far away by now,' she said to herself."

Will the Angel See Her Shadow?

Quinn's hair is even bouncier than usual as she emulates the late Farrah Fawcett, who was born on this day in 1947. Fawcett was of course well-known as one of the stars of the television show Charlie's Angels, parodied on the Daria episode "Murder, She Snored."

Although their hair is less fashionable, marmots are still pretty cute and deserve to be celebrated on Groundhog Day, especially as their weather-predicting skills are apparently quite good. There aren't a lot of Groundhog Day Daria fanfics, but you can check out Observational Skills by Brother Grimace and, for a crossover with the movie, Two Wrongs Make A Right by magnuskrauss.

Fandom News!

• R.I.P., Demond Wilson.

Just Don't Paint Too Many Reproductions!

In an interesting switch, Daria is the one celebrating Inspire Your Heart with Art Day, and Jane is acting as the inspiration instead. I hope you, too, can find inspiration in artwork, even if that means drawing a circle and a line over something with lipstick.

For those (like me) living in places currently experiencing cold weather, feel free to enjoy National Hot Chocolate Day to warm up! If you want, you can pretend to be part of a cute family of teenagers who are stranded during a hurricane.

It observe to obligated feel don't so confusing very be can that but Day Backward also is today.

Fanfic Update!

• Spider Quinn 20 The Imitation Tempest, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 2): "At the same time, Norman Osborn was being released from the hospital. Fields met him as he entered the Lobby."

Daria, P.I.

Daria's chosen a more tropical look in honor of Magnum, P.I. star Tom Selleck, who was born on this day in 1945. It's kind of a fun look for her, but I would imagine Quinn would have something to say about Daria wearing primary colors during daylight hours.

I think that Daria is likely going to change into something less colorful, though, because her personality is really better suited for Curmudgeons Day. Hey, you kids! Get off my durn locker!

Today being Freethinkers Day is also appropriate for Daria, who tended to challenge conventional wisdom. It's also appropriate for Kevin and Brittany, who tended to be free of thinking on a daily basis.

I Mean, I Love Chocolate, But....

Quinn has whipped up a real treat in honor of Chocolate Cake Day, but I'm not sure if I'm brave enough to try it. She isn't known for her cooking skills, and if she inherited her know-how from Jake then that's probably a very dangerous cake.

It might be safer to brainstorm ideas to take a break and go somewhere to relax, especially because today is also National Plan for Vacation Day. Luckily for Jake and Helen, the holiday says you only have to plan for a vacation, because we all know that they'll never actually pull themselves away from work to go anywhere.

If you want some ideas for a nice vacation spot, can I recommend Wonderland, created by Lewis Carroll? The author was born on this day in 1832, and you can find several Alice in Wonderland/Daria crossover stories here.

Fanfic Update!

• Funky Pretty, by MoleFromTheMinistry (part 11): "So, they really did procrastinate, huh? After a long, long, long night, both Daria and Jane came to a sharp, bitter realization: they were out of ideas."


• Through A Lens Sapphically, by Xenodroid (COMPLETE!): "Images of those horribly disfigured versions of herself slowly faded into the darkness around her as Daria gasped for breath in her room. She drank some water and rubbed her still irritated eyes, before putting her head in her hands."

It's Definitely NOT Opposite Day!

Daria and Quinn (or is it Quinn and Daria?) both appear to be celebrating Opposite Day, although I'm sure on the inside they're absolutely horrified. I expect that the Holiday Island version of this day is a total contrarian who loves to play devil's advocate.

If you're planning to go out anywhere today, be sure to check the forecast first because it's also Observe the Weather Day. The last thing you want is to be caught in a surprise hurricane, especially if you end up stranded with a football player and a cheerleader in a creaky little rooftop shack.

Let's all wish a happy Tatiana Day to Quinn's old camp friend and Tiffany predecessor, even if she wound up blowing Quinn off in the end. "Girls together," indeed.

Put Your Best Foot Forward!

Daria is all set to celebrate Measure Your Feet Day by seeing if she's still a 6 1/2 B. I just hope she keeps an eye on her boot, as she lives among known bootlace thieves.

If she decides to write down her shoe size for posterity, I hope she uses her very best penmanship because she wouldn't want to forget that day is National Handwriting Day. If you've ever seen my handwriting, you'll know that I very rarely celebrate this particular day. Thank goodness for keyboards!

Although today is National King Day, I'm not sure if it's supposed to be about monarchs or people with the name King. I suppose Kevin could celebrate by playing his version of chess: "King me! King me! King me!"

Fanfic Update!

• Back tickles, by redpink (part 1): "The room is dimly lit, soft shadows dancing across the walls from the streetlight outside. Posters and sketches line the walls."


• Cuddling in the principal's office, by redpink (part 1): "The office is quiet, sunlight filtering through the blinds. The faint hum of the hallway echoes beyond the door."


• It's Harder to Throw a Rock Back, by scaryfangirl2001 (COMPLETE!): "The rhodonite glints in the muted January light, its rosy hues catching the weak sun like frozen fire. Daria's fingers tremble around the velvet box—too small to hold everything she means to say."


• Spider Quinn 20 The Imitation Tempest, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 20): "It was an ordinary lunch time in the Lawndale High cafeteria. As ordinary as a lunch time got at Lawndale High after the Groundhog Day Attack, anyway. Quinn Morgendorffer looked at the questionable contents of the servery."


• Through A Lens Sapphically, by Xenodroid (part 1): "Daria didn’t feel nervous as she rang the Lanes’ doorbell. Not at all. She also wasn’t minutely aware of the missing, comfortable weight of her glasses on her nose and ears, and in their place the ill-fitting contact lenses against her eyeballs… the thought still made her squeamish, as did the memory of putting them on at the opticians."

Be Sure to Come Up for Air!

Daria has become a very unwilling participant in National Hugging Day, but she should consider herself lucky. Better to be hugged by your parents than by Mr. O'Neill...especially if he's wearing a lion costume.

Jake might end the hug early, though, if he notices any fluffy-tailed rats lurking near the garbage cans. It doesn't matter that it's Squirrel Appreciation Day; the only squirrel Jake appreciates is a successfully rehomed squirrel.

Happy--or rather, bittersweet--anniversary to the movie Is It College Yet?, which aired on this day in 2002. It marked the end of the Daria series as a whole, but was a fitting way to finish the show.

Fandom News!

• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between Charlie's Angels and Totally Spies.


• The deadline to nominate Written Works and Visual Works for the 2025 Daria Fanworks Awards has been extended indefinitely.

How's His Maniacal Laugh?

Mack is having an absolute blast on Brew a Potion Day, and it makes you wonder what, exactly, the potion is. Is it something to stop time so Jodie can spend a few minutes with him? Will it install a "mute" button on Kevin? Or is it just a new flavor of Ultra Cola?

Whatever the case may be, you might as well sit back and enjoy the show with a tasty snack for National Popcorn Day! The Fashion Club will take theirs with no salt, no oil, no fat...and no flavor.

I just hope Daria isn't stuck in a bomb shelter for National Tin Can Day, especially if she doesn't have a can opener. But it's not like she enjoys peaches all that much, anyway.

Fanfic Update!

• Cereal, apple pie, cat, and dog talk, by redpink (part 1): "Jane's room is quiet in that familiar way—dim lamp light, half-finished sketches taped to the walls, music low in the background."


• Stacy Meets Man Who Stands in Place All Day Bouncing a Rubber Ball, by Buffcoat (COMPLETE!): "Stacy hurries down the street, looking frazzled. She passes by the 'ball bouncer', who's standing in his usual spot, bouncing his red rubber ball off the sidewalk."

Anyone Want a Bathtub Cocktail?

I hope no one is thinking about taking Upchuck up on his offer to help you celebrate National Bootlegger's Day, because I wouldn't trust anything produced by him--old-timey or otherwise. Both his taste and his ethics are...questionable at best.

If spicy foods are more your speed, feel free to enjoy National Hot Heads Chili Day by burning off a portion of your mouth. Jake might observe this one, although whether or not it will be intentional is anyone's guess.

Finally, let's all wish Theresa a happy Customer Service Day, although the happiest day would be not having to wait on the Fashion Club. That poor woman has definitely suffered enough.

Fandom News!

• Please, PLEASE nominate Written Works and Visual Works for the 2025 Daria Fanworks Awards!

Trading in the Pantsuits for a New Look

Helen is taking business casual to quite an extreme in order to celebrate Charo's birthday. I can only imagine how Eric is going to react, but the real question is whether this will help or hurt her chances of making partner at the firm.

Just to be safe, she should probably accessorize appropriately for National Hat Day, even if she hates the way she looks in hats. Perhaps Quinn can loan her one of the hats she tends to keep on hand as a disguise in case of sibling humiliation-related emergencies.

Kevin, meanwhile, can celebrate one of his most beloved anniversaries: the first Super Bowl was played on this day in 1951. The best part is that the Green Bay Packers won, led by one of Kevin's heroes, Vince Lombardi (who did not go to hell).

Fanfic Update!

• Heavenly Wine and Roses, by riotsquirrrl (part 12): "Jane rings Daria’s doorbell at exactly 7:10 on the first day of school. When Daria opens the door, she steps in to give her girlfriend a kiss, and Daria feels herself blush."


• Love and friendship, by redpink (part 1): "The soft hum of the ceiling fan mixes with the golden light filtering through the curtains. Jane is lying on her back on her bed, sketchbook tossed aside, her gaze drifting toward the ceiling."


• Mysteries of Aurora, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 21): "'So, the Second Age is the Bronze Age,' Olivia said. 'This is when writing emerges in Aurora, although it is sporadic at first. Civilization also spread southwards through the island from the beginning of the period.'"


• Ow, What a Night!, by wilddogjj (part 1): "Angie Thompson, Kevin and Brittany's daughter, emerged from her room. A series of unfortunate events had recently forced her to move back in with her parents (job loss, boyfriend turning out to be a psycho killer, roommate murdered by said boyfriend)."

"It's only a matter of time!"

Quinn is doing everything she can to celebrate Make Your Dream Come True Day, and by "everything" I mean she's wishing very hard but not making any actual effort to change anything. I hope your dreams come true today, unless your dreams involve the ghost of Mrs. Sullivan or funhouse mirrors or becoming your younger sister. Wow, Daria's dreams were something else.

If you believe that it takes more than wishful thinking to make dreams come true, that's both reasonable and appropriate because today is also International Skeptics Day! This one would be a good one for Daria, who tended to be skeptical of pretty much everything.

Finally, feel free to enjoy Poetry Break Day by reading some of your favorite verses, but I don't recommend inviting Quinn to join you. One can only hear "The Greasy Fry" so many times before the magic wears off.

Fandom News!

• Please remember to nominate Written Works and Visual Works for The 2025 Daria Fanworks Awards!


• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between Maude Findlay and Janet Barch.

A Very Colorful Way to Celebrate

It seems that Jane has taken National Step in a Puddle and Splash Your Friends Day to a particularly artistic extreme, but I'm pretty sure she'll regret it as soon as Daria gets her hands on her. If you decide to splash one of your friends, I highly recommend sticking to ordinary water. It might save your life.

I suppose if you want to celebrate National Milk Day by splashing your friends with milk, then you could do that as well. However, bear in mind that milk is only relaxing when you drink it, like Jake did. And then it stops being relaxing as soon as you think about the cholesterol content.

Fanfic Update!

• The Bathroom Door Opens, by redpink (part 1): "The bathroom is quiet except for the soft sound of running water filling the bathtub."


• The best trap, by redpink (part 1): "Sunlight filters through the window blinds, casting soft golden stripes across the bedspread."


• Breath, by redpink (part 1): "The soft hum of the outside world is muffled by the thick curtains drawn across Jane's windows."


• Spider Quinn 19 Making the News Amidst the Storms, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (COMPLETE!): "After sunset, the Enigma looked out over Lawndale from her roof. The normal appearance of the suburbia belied the tensions and changes that were happening."

Watch Out For Lightning Bolts!

Mr. DeMartino has clearly chosen to be a wrathful deity for Play God Day, which is really bad news for Kevin. If you aren't omnipotent, then you can at least pretend to be a god by writing a story using people you know in real life. "Take people you know and have them do whatever you want. I'd make them crawl, I tell you. Crawl!"

If you'd rather rise to the heavens in a more literal sense, then why not celebrate Balloon Ascension Day? As long as you make sure you go with an experienced balloonist, like Arno, and listen to him if he expresses doubts about the cumulus clouds.

On second thought, maybe just don't bother, because then you can observe Quitters Day! But now that I think about it, a real quitter wouldn't participate in Quitters Day at all. So I guess it's lose-lose no matter what?

Fandom News!

• Shellfishing is allowed in Boston Harbor again.


• Nominations are open for the 2025 Daria Fanworks Awards for Written Works and Visual Works.

Sweet Janey Brown

Looks like Jane has taken up a new sport for Harlem Globetrotter's Day, but I don't think she has to worry about losing any games. The Globetrotters' games tend to be a bit...one-sided.

I just hope she doesn't live up to Daria's predictions of her as an athlete, because it's also World Pass Gas Day. Apparently she can run like the wind and break wind, but can she dribble a basketball like the wind?

Meanwhile, I hope Noah Barkman is having a pleasant International Programmers’ Day, or at least that he's still employed. Having a tech startup right before the tech bubble popped is not a great long-term strategy.

Fanfic Update!

• A Tale of Two Kitties: Not in the Syllabus, by SSuperNovaCO (part 2): "'Ow, my tail!' Daria exclaimed as much as she could in her dull tone. 'My whiskers! You’re stepping on my whiskers, mroooow!' Brittany complained."

This Holiday is For the Birds

Helen and Jake seem to be enjoying National Bird Day, though I can't imagine why. Still, better to just leave them to it. If nothing else, at least Helen is taking a break from the firm for once.

I'd like to wish a happy National Screenwriters Day to the Daria writing staff for providing me and the rest of fandom for lots of fun and plenty of laughs throughout the course of the show. Whatever you're doing now, know that we appreciate your work!

Fandom News!

• The list of completed 2025 Daria Fanfiction has been updated again!

Zzzzzzzz....

I would wish Trent a happy Festival of Sleep Day but I think he's going to sleep straight through it. For those in fandom who are awake, feel free to take a nap guilt-free!

In fact, going to sleep might be a safe bet because if you're sleeping then you won't have to suffer embarrassment on Humiliation Day. Unless you fall asleep in public, that is.

For those who would rather stay awake, you could celebrate JRR Tolkien Day by reading The Lord of the Rings. You could also make a candle shaped like a hobbit, but then you'd run the risk of celebrating Humiliation Day if it comes out looking like a misshapen lump of wax like Jake's did.

Fanfic Update!

• Mirror Mirror (1995), by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (COMPLETE!): "Louisa looked in the mirror. The strange thing was happening again. But that wasn’t what was important."


• Spider Quinn 19 Making the News Amidst the Storms, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 13): "Andrea arrived at the Historia for breakfast. 'I’m still not sure why you wanted to be here this early,' her mother complained."

Could Someone Turn Down the...Everything?

I'm thinking Daria may have overindulged last night when celebrating the New Year, and by "overindulged" I mean "stayed up late reading a book or watching 'Sick, Sad World.'" Hopefully a bit of uninterrupted rest will help, but that's hard to come by with Daria's luck.

If you overindulged in the area of alcoholic beverages, then I wish you a very happy National Hangover Day! Sorry, I'll try to keep my voice down.

In the spirit of unity, I'll also share that today is Global Family Day, but don't tell Daria that. She has enough headaches with her immediate family without dragging the rest of the world into it.

Fandom News!

• R.I.P., Brigitte Bardot.


• The 2025 Daria Fanfiction list has been updated!

Bringing Home the Bacon

I don't think Jamie's going to enjoy his stint as a pig, especially because today is Bacon Day. According to Daria Day 1998, bacon was a common side dish for the Morgendorffers' dinner along with what looked like lasagna but was really "concentrated protein and starch nutrition squares."

I hope that Jake gets to play a few rounds of golf in honor of the anniversary of Tiger Woods's birth on this day in 1975. Jodie, on the other hand, would probably rather do anything else after having to put up with parent-mandated golf lessons.

Fanfic Update!

• Marriage, by redpink (part 1): "The room is quiet, dimly lit by the soft glow of a bedside lamp. Daria and Jane lie together on Jane's bed, wrapped in each other's arms."


• Scarlett the Fairy Annoys the Navy, by Aloysius (COMPLETE!): "It was a cold winter day, and Scarlett the Fairy was flying over the seashore somewhere in the vicinity of the Maryland/Delaware border. Our young heroine liked to come to the area and look over the Atlantic Ocean even while it was really still too cold to do so."


• The Thud on the Stairs, by redpink (part 1): "The house is quiet except for the faint hum of the dryer downstairs. Sunlight filters through the living‑room windows, catching dust motes drifting lazily in the air."

Jacks Are Wild

Mack is hoping that someone will join him for Card Playing Day, but I don't recommend wagering the tender liver of a newborn babe. If he really wants a game partner, he could try the Future Morgendorffers as they sit down to a nice family card game of Hearts.

If you're feeling creative today, you could join in on National Short Film Day! The sky's the limit on topics: a scathing expose of Quinn Morgendorffer, a documentary about a supermarket strike, or a couple running to each other in slow-motion. Just don't ask Trent to provide the music.

I, on the other hand, would far rather celebrate National Chocolate Candy Day. Of course, that's how I feel every day, so that isn't anything unusual.

Hitting Below the Designer Belt

Either Stacy is celebrating Boxing Day in an unusual fashion (pun intended) or she has taken exactly as much of Sandi's crap as she's willing to take. I hope Daria doesn't decide to get the old refrigerator box out again, partly because it might bring back bad memories and partly because it's too cold to sit outside in a cardboard box.

On the other hand, a little solitude at any temperature might be the better option if Quinn decides to celebrate National Whiners Day today. I'm sure she has plenty of subjects to whine about, from not getting her preferred Christmas gifts to Stacy wearing a crop top with baggy shorts.

I assume that the Guptys are celebrating Kwanzaa today, based on the presence of "Kaneesha's First Kwanzaa" in their book collection. Unless they've decided that Kwanzaa is too commercial and rots your teeth or something, that is.

Fanfic Update!

• Beautiful love moments, by redpink (part 1): "Soft light filters through the curtains. The room is quiet, cozy. Pillows are scattered across the bed like clouds."


• Spider Quinn 19 Making the News Amidst the Storms, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 12): "In the Historia café, Andrea breathed a sigh of relief, although Mina Rodgers had yet to arrive. She then saw Quinn re-enter."


• The Times, They Are Deranging, by Kristen Bealer (COMPLETE!): "'Excuse me, are you Ray?' The young man who turned toward Helen looked exactly like she'd expected: scruffy, shifty, and not in the slightest bit trustworthy. She suspected that he had a promising career ahead of him as a crooked businessman who embezzled heavily from the company."

"X" Marks the Holiday!

Everyone needs to wish "X" a very merry Christmas Eve, because he's got a big day tomorrow and the pressure's on! He's got to spread love and joy to the whole world, and considering that the whole world is (gestures vaguely), I have to say good luck on that.

If anyone still has gifts to buy, then you'd better hurry because it's Last-Minute Shopper's Day and you don't want to get into a fistfight over the last pair of slipper socks. The Fashion Club never has to worry about this one, because they stay prepared by shopping at every available moment.

For those who don't have to run out for a shopping trip, just sit back and relax with a tasty beverage for National Eggnog Day! Just check the expiration date first, because the last time someone drank out of season nog they ended up having the mother of all hallucinations.

Don't Hold an Opera Singer Too Tightly in Your Hands

If Daria wants to try out for a role in Giacomo Puccini's famous opera "Madama Butterfly," then she might want to check the source material more carefully. However, it's a nice gesture in honor of the late composer's birth on this day in 1858.

She would be much better suited to observing National Short Person Day, because at five foot two she definitely qualifies. Being the same height myself, I know I'll be celebrating! From down here. Possibly getting a stepladder if I need something off a high shelf.

Helen, meanwhile, should get out the bread machine to celebrate National Date Nut Bread Day! I don't think the holiday cares if the bread was hand-kneaded or how much soul it has.

Fanfic Update!

• Spider Quinn 19 Making the News Amidst the Storms, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 11): "Quinn continued watching the broadcast, even as Donna kept changing the channels."


• The Times, They Are Deranging, by Kristen Bealer (part 2): "Helen snuggled against Jake, breathing in the scent of stale sweat and patchouli."

Fa La LA La La!

I see that Alternate Universe Daria and her Alternate Universe Boyfriend are enjoying Go Caroling Day, but I hope Alternate Universe Daria's singing voice is better then Regular Universe Daria's voice, or else the carolers might find their Christmas cheer somewhat diminished.

It's too bad she decided to go with a plain black coat, though, because it's National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day and she really missed an opportunity. The opportunity would be to horrify Quinn with terrible fashion choices.

When the singing is over and everyone goes inside to warm up, it might be time to celebrate Games Day. Daria could play a friendly family game of Hearts or utterly decimate her parents at Scrabble again.

Fandom News!

• R.I.P., Anthony Geary and Gil Gerard.

Stacy in a Bottle

Stacy is either experiencing a mild wardrobe malfunction or she's honoring Christina Aguilera on the singer's 45th birthday. It's very likely that the Fashion Club would be fans of the pop star, although I doubt anyone could ever take the place in their hearts that belongs to Boys 'R' Guys.

Today is also the anniversary of the birth of Joseph Stalin in 1878, which is quite a switch from modern musicians. Then again, I have never heard the Man of Steel's singing voice, so maybe it isn't such a stretch after all. I'm sure Daria and Tom would love to take the opportunity to share more fun facts about him and the rest of their favorite dictators, as long as Jane doesn't have to listen to it.

Personally, I think I'll just celebrate Bake Cookies Day instead. That way I don't have to worry about pop music or authoritarians; just tasty treats.

Fanfic Update!

• I'm Scheming of a White Christmas, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Quinn was giving her visibly hung over sons, Tommy and Timmy, a major scolding for what she'd caught them doing the previous night."


• Strange Days in Lawndale, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 2): "Elsewhere in Lawndale, someone else was having a similar reaction. Jane Lane was incredulous. It was impossible. But it was there. A flying saucer, in Lawndale."


• The Times, They Are Deranging, by Kristen Bealer (part 1): "Helen Barksdale shut the door of the dorm--her dorm!--behind her parents and let out a deep breath."


• When Worlds Collide, by SlytherinTeam (part 1): "'Nevermind, return to your world and I’ll return to mine,' Jane Lane had told Quinn Morgendorffer once in high school."

A Cynic in Possession of a Good Fortune

Daria and Quinn are engaging in a bit of cosplay in honor of Jane Austen's birth on this day in 1775. The sisterly bonding is probably good for them, but any moment now Quinn is going to realize that she's wearing fashions that are over 200 years out of date and panic.

As for me, I will happily celebrate National Chocolate Covered Anything Day, although I have to question what "anything" means. Rocks? Hubcaps? Gerbils? Just to be safe, I'll stick with things like peanut butter or, better yet, additional chocolate.

I hope Kevin knows that today is National Sports Day, although I can't imagine how today would differ from any other day for him. Not that he's likely to recognize any sport besides football, anyway.

Fandom News!

• tjdolf has found some Daria enamel pins for sale online.


• Erin M shares some trivia about Ted's voice actor.


• R.I.P., Rob Reiner.