A Great Day for Singing and Dancing

Helen's taking a break from work to celebrate National Sing Out Day, and I don't think the law firm partners will be very impressed. Not about the singing; I just can't believe that she's taking a break from work! What is she thinking?

Don't tell Daria that today is Tap Dance Day, because her statement that she hadn't taken ballet in "Road Worrier" combined with Helen's reminisces about Daria falling at a dance recital leads me to assume her painful memory came from tap. Or maybe she was a little breakdancer. I would love to see that!

Fandom News!

• Who would you say is the worst Daria character, as in badly written?


• easmith shares some of his past Fanfic Author Interviews: "All My Children," "An Angel Named Mary Sue," and "April is the Cruelest Month."


• R.I.P., Tina Turner.

A Great Day for Any Turtles Named Ethan!

The good news is that Ms. Barch has somehow turned herself into a turtle in order to better celebrate World Turtle Day. The even better news is that she has also stranded herself on a desert island and will no longer be bothered by (or bother) any of those despicable males. Win-win!

I hope the Yeagers know that today is also National Ethan Day, so they should celebrate their son by...I don't know, building him an all-natural hammock or something. Freaking hippies.

Fanfic Update!

• Complicated Girls, by Adelina (part 1): "It was mid-January when Shiho moved to Lawndale. Sure, she already knew what it was like to live in America, but now she wasn't controlled by the Organization anymore. No more apparent fear of the Big Boss, and now it was time to make the most of the semester."


• Take Me Out at the Ball Game, by wilddogjj (part 2): "Quinn and Nicole were chatting over lunch. The topic of conversation was the new community baseball team since Quinn's husband is the short stop and Nicole's husband is the coach. Quinn was talking about what happened during the team's first practice."

Think Healthy, Eat Healthy, and Chase Rats With Fluffy Tails!

Looks like the Fashion Club is going to give World Meditation Day a try, but I'm not sure there would be much point. I mean, their minds have already been cleared of all thoughts, so why bother?

You could also try for a healthier lifestyle by celebrating Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Day...or just take them to the Food in Film Festival and throw them at the screen.

When Quinn has finished meditating and eating carrot sticks, I hope she finally chooses between her three admirers because it's the twenty-second anniversary of "One J at a Time" and those boys have got to be tired of waiting for her to make up her mind. Unless they've gone off on another squirrel-related adventure and forgotten all about her.

Fandom News!

• Discuss the drag artist who couldn't get through security.


• Share your dreams in a new thread.

The Fast and the Fashionable

Seems like Stacy has no problem celebrating NASCAR Day, and I hope she has the time of her life. Never mind what Sandi might say about it; if she complains then just run her over in your sweet racecar!

Today is also World Plant a Vegetable Garden Day, and I hope Helen asks Willow to help her with the gardening process. Not because I think the Morgendorffers are likely to eat any vegetables other than tomato sauce, but because I kind of want to see her fall on her ass again. That always cracks me up.

If vegetables aren't your thing, then you could celebrate Plant Something Day instead. It's like the holiday creators gave up and said "Look, I don't care. Just take something and shove it in the dirt, okay?" I suppose that means that Memorial Crutches are okay!

Fanfic Update!

• Take Me Out at the Ball Game, by wilddogjj (part 1): "Jim's uncle, Vito Carbone, is driving while a scantily clad brunette in her 20's (not his wife) rides shotgun."


• The Youngest Barksdale (Iron Chef: Daria The Youngest Barksdale), by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 7): "It didn’t take long for Daria to find out what happened. As she and Scarlett left school that afternoon, they found Andrea waiting for them in the parking lot."

Should We Also Celebrate the Diploma Frames?

Daria and Jane sure look pleased about National Graduation Tassel Day, and that's gotta be one of the weirdest holidays I've ever seen (and I've posted some real doozies here). I mean, why the tassel, specifically, and not the whole hat? For that matter, what does the hat matter when the person graduating is the one who did all the work? Did a tassel manufacturing company bribe someone? Am I overthinking this? (Yes.)

If you're tired of hearing me go on at length about a nutty holiday, then you're definitely not going to like National Walnut Day. But never mind what I have to say; go out there and crunch a bunch of your nutty friend's lunch!

Fandom News!

• Talk about your favorite classic Disney attractions that no longer exist.


• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between Thelma Harper and Roseanne Conner.

You Could Bring Flowers to Your Family!

Looks like Kevin and his imaginary girl are celebrating Bring Flowers To Someone Day, which I'm sure was not invented by floral companies to increase profits. Not at all. If anyone wants to bring me flowers, I am especially partial to the chocolate roses. Thanks in advance!

I hope the Morgendorffers know that today is International Day of Families, so they should spend some extra quality time together. Or at least Helen should try not to work too late and Quinn could try admitting to someone that Daria isn't really her cousin. I like to keep expectations low.

Fanfic Update!

• Daria Ravenclaw: The Legend of Sporting Joe, by Meester_Lee (part 14): "On Sunday morning, Julia informed her mother that she’d rather stay at the hotel than at the set. Her mother accepted, but three hours later, Julia was regretting her decision."


• Spacetrapped, by chaoslordsquidward (COMPLETE!): "Over the past few days, Sandi has had several sessions with various intelligence officers. She knows that cooperation would give her the best chance at not spending years in prison."

"Stupid smoke pellets get stuck so damn easy...."

The Helen Express is chugging along right on time (or, knowing Helen, ahead of schedule) because it's National Train Day! Shout out to Derek, fandom's own train enthusiast, and I hope Jake has time to play with his model trains today.

If you have kids, take care of kids, or used to be a kid, then happy National Babysitters Day to you! Please spare a thought to those poor brave souls forced to take on the young Morgendorffer children, as I don't think they've ever recovered from the experience.

Fandom News!

• Oz Daria Con is coming back.


• Wouter found a possible real life inspiration for Jane.


• Which fantasy/SF world would you like to live in?

Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo....

Daria's having a rough time of it on Twilight Zone Day, but she should look on the bright side. Maybe she'll end up in a parallel universe where Brittany and Kevin are smart!

Nah. That's too bizarre, even for Rod Serling.

For a tamer holiday, I can recommend Hostess Cupcake Day. If you want to get some chocolate desserts, just ask Brittany! She's a great hostess...cupcake.

Fanfic Update!

• Construct, by FictionAuthorofFiction (COMPLETE!): "Today had been particularly awful, Daria thought to herself. There must have been a rumor about her going around, because people would not stop watching her all day."


• Her Last Words, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (part 64): "Anna Coulthard had not been very friendly, welcoming at all or even cooperative when Lockie finally came back with a specialist that day, in fact she had turned quite hostile and yet the doctor provided a diagnosis after analyzing her patient for about thirty minutes."


• Mystery Incorporated in Lawndale (World's Shortest Crossover XV: A New Era In Crossovers), by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 2): "Daria walked out with Velma to the Mystery Machine. 'This is likely to be tedious, Daria,' Velma said. 'No doubt.'"


• Spacetrapped, by chaoslordsquidward (parts 1 and 2): "'What is your legal name?' The interrogator asked. The interrogator was a gray-skinned alien with black eyes and tendrils covering their mouth." (Part 2)

Where DO All the Lost Socks Go?

Let's all have a moment of silence for poor Lefty on Lost Sock Memorial Day, as Daria and Jane separated him from his mate, never to be reunited again. Alas, I'm sure Righty will never get over the grief.

Perhaps the Fashion Club will stay the night at Quinn's house tonight for National Sleepover Day, and if they're really lucky then Helen will wear her bumblebee pajamas! Unless Quinn has already burned them, of course.

Finally, I would wish Mr. DeMartino a happy National Teacher’s Day, but "happy" and "teacher" never go anywhere near each other when he's involved. Still, we could take up a collection to buy him a new pair of pants to celebrate!

Fandom News!

• Discuss the coronation of King Charles.


• Vote in the Deadliest Warrior poll between Mr. Fantastic and Plastic Man.

Not Everyone is Cut Out for Farm Life

Daria and Tom look very somber for Rural Life Sunday, but I don't see either of them sticking with the farm life. Once Daria figures out that you can't grow pizza, she'll be out of there before you can say "Grant Wood." Earl and Barbara, on the other hand, will still be out in the middle of nowhere selling bland chips and cellophane sandwiches.

Since today is also Radio Day, perhaps we should invite Bing and the Spatula Man out for a special broadcast! Or maybe not. I think I'd rather take them out to the farm and leave them there.

You Can Even Draw Cartoons Without Pants!

Jane's gotten into the spirit of Cartoonist Day, but I don't think Claude and Romonica will be impressed. We should, however, give a shout out to the Daria animators who made our favorite show a reality!

Sorry, Helen, but today is also National No Pants Day, so Jake and Trent can dress however they want. Even if there's a hurricane coming. Look, I don't make the rules; I just blog about them!

Ghosts and Sunshine! What a Mix!

Daria is clearly not enjoying National Paranormal Day, but I don't suppose Mrs. Sullivan is feeling too great about it, either. I hope the Lawndale High cheerleaders still have their exorcism supplies ready!

Today might be Wednesday, but apparently it's also Sun Day! I bet Daria's not going to be keen on this one, either. In fact, she might even ask if...wait for it...someone could turn down the sun!

Fanfic Update!

• The Angel Among Us, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Stacy was passed out at the back door while Tiffany stood over her. The reason for Stacy's shock was the fact that not only is Tiffany supposed to be dead but also that Tiffany now has a pair of white-feathered wings growing out of her back." (Part 3)


• Best Friends Forever, by Adelina (COMPLETE!): "(Felicity sits alone in the cafeteria, trying out the cafeteria food. Today was macaroni and cheese, and she seems content. Then, a girl comes around passing out envelopes, and approaches Felicity.) (Part 2)"


• Sleepless Night, by radiofox (COMPLETE!): "It twas a peaceful night in the Morgendorffer residence; not a sound to be heard in the entire house."

Once Upon a Time....

I don't think Daria has thought through her participation in Mother Goose Day. I mean, yes, she can spend the day reading and even make up her own macabre spins on old classics as she enjoys doing so much. But does she realize that she'll be followed around by a lot of kids? After all, she didn't even like kids when she was a kid.

Ms. Li, however, will be pleased to know that today is School Principals' Day! She will be less pleased to learn that the students intend to celebrate by bringing their own snacks into the school. Including unauthorized chocolate!

Fandom News!

• R.I.P., Jerry Springer.


• Talk about Dark Souls and strategies for playing.


• wouter posted his first Daria comic for 2023.


• Discuss possible fandom inclinations of the Daria cast.

Study the Skies or Explore the Woods

It may look like Tiffany is celebrating National Astronomy Day, but I have my doubts. I don't even think Tiffany could spell astronomy, let alone study it. Honestly, she seems more like the astrology type, anyway.

If stars aren't your thing, you could observe Day of Trees instead! You could plant a tree (or if none is available, a crutch) or if you have to pee, you can pee behind those trees. See those trees? You can pee behind there!

Fanfic Update!

• The Angel Among Us, by wilddogjj (part 1): "Quinn, Sandi, Staci and Nicole were standing before a grave in the cemetery, each holding a bouquet of flowers with sad expressions on their faces. The four struggled not to cry as they looked at the headstone."


• My Daughter, Felicity, by Adelina (part 4 - 6): "(Daria and Felicity walk down the street. Felicity is wearing her brand new school uniform. She wears a white shirt with a necktie and navy blue blazer over it, and a skirt the same color as her blazer on the bottom. The breast pocket of her blazer has the school emblem. However, even though her uniform is well put together, Felicity’s hair remains quite messy. At least for a private school girl.)" (Part 5) (Part 6)


• Quinn and Stacy - Troubles of Invitation, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 1): "Brittany Taylor was having difficulty in Art. She liked drawing in art, but she always had difficulty drawing three dimensional pictures."


• Rebel Without a Clue, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "In the living room a nervous Timmy was shaking like a leaf while a cop was telling Quinn and Jim what their son was up to."

Tell a Story About Work!

Gather around the campfire, everyone! Daria's going to tell us a nice, cheerful tale for Tell a Story Day! I'm sure it will have happy characters and a soothing plotline and no cannibalism at all!

After that, Helen can take Daria and Quinn to the office with her for Take Your Daughter to Work Day. I'm a little surprised that the show never did an episode where one or both daughters spent time with either parent at work, but I suppose that's what fanfic is for.

Fandom News!

• Talk about the woman arrested at the airport because of a gold-plated gun.


• What do you think of Adam West in the modern day Batman franchise?

Don't Alienate the Penguins!

I have to say that Sandi's new fashion statement is just in time for World Penguin Day, although I can't imagine what the rest of the Fashion Club will say. I suppose, knowing Sandi, that they'll say whatever she wants them to say. And bring her all the fish she can eat, too.

In fact, it's entirely possible that Sandi's new look is less about fashion and more about a freak laboratory incident, which would fit right in with National DNA Day. All I can say is that Sandi's future dates had better own tuxedos.

Setting aside the issue of penguins (my apologies to certain members of fandom), Daria may be interested to know that it's also Parental Alienation Awareness Day. She can choose to alienate her parents, be alienated by her parents, or believe that her parents are aliens, as she did in "The Lawndale File."

Fanfic Update!

• The Engineer and the Time Lady, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 19): "'We're now close to the MI6 Building,' Hawkins reported as they passed the Vauxhall Bridge. 'Beginning scan,' T'Sal reported."


• Her Last Words, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (part 63): "All of the world awaited to see what would happen to America after the terrible chemical attacks, fear was spreading everywhere like fire and meanwhile the plane that carried the very last chance of survival for Earth was flying so fast above the North Atlantic."


• The Light at the End of the Pier (Scenes no Daria fanfic Should Have: How did We survive?), by Meester_Lee (COMPLETE!): "It was that kind of evening—the sort where the vibes in the Great Hall had gotten so unpleasant as to become unbearable."


• My Daughter, Felicity, by Adelina (COMPLETE!): "(There is a closeup of a sign hung up on the door to a bedroom. The sign reads out “Totally Studying”, and the sign, shortly after, is covered by the sight of the back of a woman’s shoulders as she opens the door. Her sleeves are green, and her hair is a brownish color. You can tell that this woman was Daria.)" (Part 2) (Part 3)


• Rebel Without a Clue, by wilddogjj (parts 1 and 2): "Two of Quinn's ten-year-old sons, Tommy and Timmy, were at recess playing with the other fourth grade kids. Tommy was showing off his yo-yo skills." (Part 2)


• Song From An American Movie, by ladyevil (part 10): "The Lawndale gym had numerous folding chairs set up around the ring, but even the standing room had been sold out. Daria clutched her camera close to her, afraid being jostled would damage it."

Maybe Just Read a Book About Dragons Instead?

I'm pretty sure that any knight that tries to celebrate Slay a Dragon Day is going to be in for a big disappointment. And a painful death. Brittany does not look like she's in the mood for any disrespect, so Kevin in particular had better keep his distance today.

Daria, on the other hand, would rather slay her TBR pile in honor of World Book Day, and I will happily join her. Readers unite, but quietly so we don't disturb each other's concentration.

Fandom News!

• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between Alf Garnett and Eric Cartman.


• Talk about Iowa bringing back child labor.


• powertoolsforgirls posted a new art thread.


• Charles RB explains how to be removed from the Daria wiki.

Just Look at That Bouncity-Bounce!

Little Quinn is overjoyed to learn that today is Kindergarten Day, but then again I think that hyperactive child would be overjoyed to learn that the sky is blue. Don't tell Daria, but I think she's adorable.

We're one day late for 4/20, but we're just in time for International Hemp Day, Keep Off the Grass Day, and National Surprise Drug Test Day! You can't tell me that's all a coincidence.

Fanfic Update!

• Are We Crazy Yet?, by Lexarius (part 4): "Daría turned around on her bed, it had been a strange night."

Anyone For Solitaire?

Mack is ready to deal in anyone who wants to play for National Poker Day, but remember that you'll need to ante up the tender liver of a newborn babe. I think I'll sit this one out; I'm really more of a "Go Fish" kind of person, anyway.

Daria, meanwhile, might be celebrating National Cat Lady Day. She did predict in Is It College Yet? that she would one day be "an old woman alone in a one room apartment filled with thirty year old newspapers and cats." Well, it's been over twenty years, but she still needs another ten to get her newspaper collection in order.

Fandom News!

• Talk about "One J at a Time" with skykate.


• Netflix is ending its DVD-by-mail service.

She Found a Career More Dignified Than Teaching Brittany and Kevin!

Mrs. Bennett has finally found a way to hold her students' attention, thanks to World Circus Day. However, even tightrope walkers and lion tamers won't make her economics lectures interesting.

Have you ever wanted to sleep upside-down and spread rabies? If so, then International Bat Appreciation Day is for you! Also, you might want to see a doctor about that rabies thing.

Does Jake know that today is also National Stress Awareness Day? If not, someone should ask him. I know he loves it when people ask him if he's stressed!

Fanfic Update!

• The F Files, by jones2000 (part 8): "Unbeknownst to her, Jodie wasn't the only one to hear the running footsteps behind them."


• Take Jupiter From My Shoulders and Just Hold Her Awhile, by radiofox (parts 2 and 3): "A few hours after talking to Helen, Jane slowly succumbed to sleep as Daria and her finished another horror movie." (Part 3)

My Heart Will Go--Splash!

It may look like DeeDee, Mr. O'Neill, and Ms. Barch are observing Titanic Remembrance Day, but in reality they're about to re-enact one of the casualties of that tragic day. Poor DeeDee.

I hope Helen knows that today is Husband Appreciation Day, because it might be nice if she looked up from her work or her cell phone to at least acknowledge his existence. Unfortunately, it'll probably be while he's ranting at an invisible old man, so the moment won't be very sentimental.

Finally, let's wish Jane a happy World Art Day, but make it quick. She's in the middle of her latest masterpiece and doesn't want to be disturbed.

Fandom News!

• R.I.P, Al Jaffee and Mary Quant.


• Talk about drag queen story hour controversies.


• What are the worst animated adaptations of live-action TV shows?

Go For the Triple Word Score!

Daria's making another winning move for Scrabble Day, but Jake and Helen really should have known better. You just don't play Scrabble against someone who spends most of their time with words--reading, writing, snarking, etc. There could only have been one possible outcome.

Perhaps they could take up a less challenging hobby, like International Plant Appreciation Day? I imagine any plants in the Morgendorffer house are plastic (I don't think any real ones would survive long), but there's always the option of planting a crutch and waiting for it to bloom!

Fanfic Update!

• Daria Ravenclaw: The Legend of Sporting Joe, by Meester_Lee (part 13): "Daria and Veronica returned home in a good mood. 'I like those guys,' said Veronica."


• Her Last Words, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (parts 61 and 62): "It was unreal, this just could not be happening, it was nothing but a nightmare!" (Part 62)


• Meet The Superhero (Scenes no Daria fanfic Should Have: How did We survive?), by Meester_Lee (part 1): "It was the second day after their wagon train had successfully returned to the lowlands from the summits of the Lander Road. Despite the fact that the Trout Company still had hundreds of miles to go before they reached the Willamette Valley, Daria still felt pretty good about their wagon train’s accomplishment."

I Don't Want To Know Which One is the Bass

The three Js are short one member for Barbershop Quartet Day, but since all three of them are one crayon short of a box then I suppose it's perfectly fitting. I just hope they don't expect Quinn to be impressed; she's definitely more into the pop music scene.

Good news for Jamie, though--it's also National James Day! Not that Quinn will remember his name any better today than she does on any other day. Maybe he should write a barbershop song about it!

Fandom News!

• The People's Court and Judge Mathis have been cancelled.


• Share your thoughts on China, Taiwan, and the future.

Will Winston Be Hiding Any Eggs?

Jake's looking more dignified than usual in honor of Winston Churchill Day, but hopefully he won't be called upon to defend England's shores from foreign armies. If you want someone who can drink beyond his limits as Churchill supposedly did, though, then Jake's your man!

If war and booze aren't your thing, how about chocolate bunnies and painted eggs? That's right, it's Easter Sunday! There are at least a couple dozen Easter-themed Daria fanfics and fanart pieces out there, and you can find most of them at the Sh33p's Fluff.

Fanfic Update!

• Charlatan, by FictionAuthorofFiction (COMPLETE!): "Sometimes, Daria felt like she was a fake. She was supposed to be better than this, everyone expected her to be so cold and unfeeling. But she wasn't. She was supposed to care, but not?"


• Convergence on Lawndale, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 8): "'What’s happening, Amiga?' Jane asked. 'The Doctor, again,' Daria answered."


• Daria Ravenclaw: The Legend of Sporting Joe, by Meester_Lee (part 13): "Meanwhile Julia was learning about how the Aldretes and the other Magical families dealt with magic before they went off to school."


• I can tell you— the telling gets old, by theAngstgirl (COMPLETE!): "'By the way, do you mind paying for this? I'm broke.' Daria says, Jane sighs but offers a grin."


• Is It Adulthood Already?, by britabird (part 7): "Daria worked on her new short story idea, business was booming for Quinn and the J’s, both Tom and Jane managed to complete the school year’s worth of work unscathed, and Trent was a man of his word."


• looking out for you, by tawog (COMPLETE!): "After Daria decided to stop romantically pursuing Tom after fighting over their six-month anniversary, citing their differences in personality, status, and the near-permanent wedge he drove between her and Jane as reasons, she found herself constantly overthinking."


• Unnamed story (Scenes no Daria fanfic should have), by ladyevil (COMPLETE!): "The steak dinner Top had invited Upchuck out to wasn't going as well as he hoped."

Nature Abhors a Vacuum, and So Do I!

Looks like Helen didn't get the memo that today is No Housework Day, so she needs to put away the vacuum and relax. Helen, "relax" is the thing where you stop working and just enjoy yourself. It'll be difficult for you at first, but I'm sure you'll get the hang of it.

Today is also the anniversary of both "This Year's Model" in 1997 and "I Loathe a Parade" in 2000. Both featured Quinn getting utterly humiliated, but the latter had return appearances of both Ted and Tad! What are the odds?

Fandom News!

• Celebrate some good news for the Wisconsin Supreme Court!


• loqdnun shares a Sick, Sad World run by bots.


• It seems the Daria Fan Channel on Youtube got deleted.

Take Me To Your Pizzeria!

Daria's ready for First Contact Day, although I'm sure she's much more interested in celebrating No Contact Day. I suppose that's what the ray-gun is for. "Alien love goddess" my ass!

If any aliens contact you, please invite them to join you for a slice of Chicago-style for Deep Dish Pizza Day! Although be careful; they may want to put weird alien toppings on it like space rocks or plutonium chunks or...ugh...pineapple.

Fanfic Update!

• Close Encounters of the Ted Kind (The Ted Zone), by Kristen Bealer (COMPLETE!): "'Settle down, young people!' Ms. Li said, unnecessarily, to a mostly apathetic Lawndale High auditorium."


• Hometown Movies, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Quinn has unexpectedly found herself drawn into a conservative culture war. A Republican-led House Committee is trying to determine the potential harms of social media on America's youth." (Part 2) (Part 3)


• Oh No No, by Val_Creative (COMPLETE!): "'DAAAAAARIAAAA!' Outside of Daria's bedroom, Quinn hollers, furiously stomping in. That boring brain of a sister won't get away with this—"


• Pizazz, by FictionAuthorofFiction (COMPLETE!): "Despite what her teenage brain liked to tell her, Daria knew she wasn't exactly unique. There were thousands, if not millions, of people just like her in the world."


• Star Trek: Lower Decks: An Aquatic Second Contact, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 4): "'I shall return to my ship,' Ma’ah announced. 'Understood,' Freeman said."


• The Truth Comes to Daria and Quinn, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (COMPLETE!): "It was just another day at Lawndale when a terrible truth would come to Daria and Quinn."

Party Somewhere Over the Rainbow

Come on, Daria! Get into the spirit of World Party Day already! Sure, you're being forced to spend time around other people and listen to terrible music and watch awful dancing, but look on the bright side: you might come home with a bonus sock!

I suppose I might have better luck with Find a Rainbow Day than with getting Daria to enjoy herself. Who knows? Maybe there will be a freak hurricane and Kevvy will make a rainbow for the whole town!

Fandom News!

• Discuss Disney pulling a fast one against Ron DeSantis.


• R.I.P., Keith Reid.


• Which Daria characters could fit the role of the Arthurian ones?

Have a Fun and Foolish Day!

Mr. O'Neill thinks that, as Mr. T., he is pitying the fools on April Fool's Day. However, the rest of us know that the joke is on him, because he is the most foolish fool of them all!

Speaking of which, it was on this day sixteen years ago that all those objects came to life and took over our civilization. I mean, I assume that's what happened because Jane said so, and I'm not going to call her a liar.

Whether you celebrate today with pranks, pitying fools, or defending our way of life from the toaster, be sure to enjoy yourself because it's National Fun Day! Except for Daria, who has previously emphasized her anti-fun stance.

Fanfic Update!

• Breaking Balmora, by welltemperedclavier (COMPLETE!): "Jeval had no idea what that meant. But Treads seemed to." (Part 15) (Epilogue)


• Pregnant Prank, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Jim was sitting up in bed while Quinn was in the closet changing into her sleepwear."


• Quinn's Code 16: The Geek's Expose, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 7): "The group arrived back at the Morgendorffers twelve hours after they had left. 'And so, we're back,' Quinn said dramatically. 'The day is almost over.'"

Is There a Doctor In the Fandom?

Dr. Phillips is pleased to announce that his diagnosis is National Doctor's Day, all day today! Of course, this day only applies to actual doctors, not quacks, so "Doctor" Shar can just stay out of it.

For those who aren't doctors and aren't in need of one, you could celebrate National Folding Laundry Day instead. And yes, Helen, the dryer definitely shrank Quinn's shirt. If it makes you feel better to think so.

Fandom News!

• cortez wonders about the "pressure" of Jodie.


• Smokey Robinson is coming out with a new album next month.

I'm Sure That Cough is Asthma. Suuuuuure.

Trent is taking a rare moment of wakefulness to enjoy Weed Appreciation Day, and I will not be convinced that this character doesn't appreciate weed on the regular. Of course, the holiday is about appreciating garden weeds, but I won't tell him if you won't.

For those who aren't appreciating weed(s) today, it's also Respect Your Cat Day. Yes, Jake, that includes Mr. Whiskers, so please don't confuse him with a squirrel. I don't think you could handle another attack.

Fanfic Update!

• Breaking Balmora, by welltemperedclavier (part 13): "Mr. and Mrs. Morgendorffer set up a little sleeping area for him in the office. He lay down on the blankets, rested his head on a pillow from the upstairs bedroom, and stared into the darkness."


• Pregnant Prank, by wilddogjj (parts 1 and 2): "Quinn and Jim were in the bedroom dressing up for a night out. Jim was ready to go while Quinn was at the vanity making some final touches to her makeup." (Part 2)


• Purple Sweater, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (COMPLETE!): "Everything just felt less and less real with every hour that passed." (Part 17)

Putting That High Pain Tolerance to the Test

Quinn isn't taking any chances on Good Hair Day, but I'm sure she'd never admit to ever having a bad hair day. It never happened and you can't prove anything!

If your hair is less than perfect, you could always celebrate Wear A Hat Day instead. Helen won't, though, as she's already on record as hating the way she looks in hats.

This is also the anniversary of the episode "Lucky Strike," which aired on this day in 2001. The big takeaway from this episode was Quinn finally admitting Daria was her sister (rather anticlimactically), but I think more attention needs to be paid to Daria's hypothetical fur bikini.

Fandom News!

• R.I.P., Gordon Moore.

Let's Go Achieve a Drink!

Sorry, Jodie, but today is the International Day For Achievers, and you don't qualify. Check back when it's the International Day For Over-Achievers, okay?

Instead, why not kick back and enjoy National Cocktail Day instead? I'm sure Jake will, as long as the martini ingredients hold out.

Today is also the anniversary of "Cafe Disaffecto" and "The Lost Girls," which aired on this day in 1998 and 1999. Both episodes featured Daria's writing producing unexpected consequences: a riot in one, and a visit from Val in the other. You decide which was worse!

Fanfic Update!

• Breaking Balmora, by welltemperedclavier (parts 10 - 12): "Jeval went over to Quinn’s house after the thing with Tiphannia. She’d just gotten home from the Portollos, and even though she’d done her best to look perfect, he could tell something was bothering her." (Part 11) (Part 12)


• Daria Enrolls at Nevermore, by Meester_Lee (part 5.2): "'So what do we do now?' said Enid. 'Find out where the entrance is,' Daria replied. 'Get our stuff.'"


• Purple Sweater, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (parts 12 - 15): "It seemed that Daria and Jane were going to love the Woodslack experience after all!" (Part 13) (Part 14) (Part 15)

To QB Or Not to QB

Brittany's clearly been waiting for Talk Like William Shakespeare Day, and she's not going to let the opportunity pass her by. Never mind whether or not Kevin's going to get into the holiday; has anyone taken Brittany aside and explained to her what happens to Romeo and Juliet at the end of the play?

This is also As Young As You Feel Day, and please don't tell Val about it. If that woman "felt" any younger she'd be an embryo.

Fandom News!

• welltemperedclavier reviews Spycraft: The Great Game.


• DocForbin observes the twenty-fifth anniversary of Misery Senshi.


• View and discuss Shady Doorags's review of Daria.

French Aliens from the Planet Earth!

Keep away from Tiffany because it's Extraterrestrial Abductions Day and the last thing you want is to be abducted by Tiffany. Not because of the alien thing but because she's just that annoying.

Oddly, it's also International Earth Day, so that's even more reason to not get abducted. Not that you needed more reasons, of course.

Assuming you do end up staying on Earth, today would be a good day to brush up on your foreign languages, as it's French Language Day! You could go to Chez Pierre to practice, or you could go just about anywhere else for a more authentic experience.

Fanfic Update!

• Breaking Balmora, by welltemperedclavier (part 9): "His face hidden in steam, and hot water up to his neck, Jeval tried to relax."


• Degrade, by FictionAuthorofFiction (COMPLETE!): "Daria felt herself freeze as her brain took in what she was hearing. Jane, her best friend, her only friend, was talking about her to the track kids."


• Purple Sweater, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (parts 9 - 11): "It seemed to Quinn that John Astrella grew taller and even more attractive now that they were getting closer, Daria and Jane stared at them from a great distance, Stacy's heart began to beat a lot faster than normal and meanwhile John and Anna continued with their chat." (Part 10) (Part 11)

Mixing Paper and Plastic is a Definite Fashion Don't!

The Fashion Club has gone all-in for Global Recycling Day, or at least Stacy has...and not by choice. Sandi, of course, wouldn't even recycle fashions, let alone touch garbage. I assume Tiffany has simply passed out from the shock of so much "ewwwwwwwwww."

Indeed, this whole situation is perfect for Awkward Moments Day, which will be quite a relief for Daria. Usually all of the awkward moments (peeing behind a tree, coming down with a rash, kissing her best friend's boyfriend, etc.) belong to her!

Fandom News!

• Share your "Dude, seriously?" moments in a new thread.


• cortez wonders about Daria and Jane walking to school.


• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between Clubber Lang and Ivan Drago.


• Did Daria and Beavis and Butt-Head do drugs?

I Bet She's Pretending the Target Is Helen

Linda's got her eye on the prize for National Archer Day, but unfortunately the holiday is for people named Archer, not for people engaged in archery. I'll tell her after she puts down the bow and arrow.

I hope Helen knows that today is also Absolutely Incredible Kid Day, so that she can tell Daria over and over again that she's wonderful even though she just...doesn't...get it! What's wrong with her?!

Don't forget that it was also on this day in 1998 that the episode "That Was Then, This is Dumb" first aired. I will never not laugh at the flashback scene where Jake kicks the Pentagon.

Fanfic Update!

• Breaking Balmora, by welltemperedclavier (parts 5 - 8): "It took a few days to get everything set up for restoring Tiphannia. Job schedules were way tougher to get around than the old school schedule. Satheri and Tiphannia didn’t work, but Satheri was so busy with wedding stuff that she had less spare time than anyone else. But they finally nailed a date for it." (Part 6) (Part 7) (Part 8)


• Purple Sweater, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (parts 6 - 8): "Lasagna for dinner was quite a Morgendorffer tradition, the entire family would enjoy it almost every night and so at the end of that day, which had seemed just as peaceful and ordinary as any other Friday, it was frozen lasagna once again that Quinn and Daria enjoyed together." (Part 7) (Part 8)


• Take Jupiter From My Shoulders and Just Hold Her Awhile, by radiofox (part 1): "Stacy walked up to the front door of the Morgendoffer residence. As she walked up the door she felt the freezing air pierce her thin frame. She knocked on the door while thoughts swirled around in her head."

I Hope She Doesn't Flap Her Wings and Start a Hurricane

Daria is here to help teach everyone a lesson on Learn about Butterflies Day. The first lesson is, if you hold one tightly in your hand Jane Lane will punch you in the face for using that stupid metaphor.

If bugs aren't your thing, you could celebrate National Potato Chip Day instead. Not only are there both flat and ridgy, they're super plain so they won't fight the dip! Which is incredibly important to some people, apparently.

Finally, there's National Write Your Story Day, in which you can make up a story about anything you want. Maybe butterflies and potato chips? If you run into any trouble, just include a card game.

Fandom News!

• R.I.P., Robert Blake.


• Vote in the Deadliest Warrior poll between Number Six a/k/a The Prisoner and Red from Orange is the New Black.


• Check out or share artists to watch.

What About Working Grandmas?

Grandma Ruth is stunned to learn that it's National Ruth Day, and I think she should really make the most of today. Celebrate by buying yourself some nice girdles!

I think Ruth will be less pleased--but Helen will be thrilled--to learn that it's also National Working Mom's day. After all, in her day...well, no one really cares what they did in your day, Ruth. Go stuff a girdle in it.

Today is also the anniversary of the episode "Camp Fear," which aired on this day in 2001. There were no Ruths or working moms in that one, but there was a greased watermelon. So I guess it evens out?

Fanfic Update!

• Breaking Balmora, by welltemperedclavier (parts 3 and 4): "Jeval always liked going to Silk-hawker’s Street. It was the most colorful part of Balmora, what with all the streamers in reds, blues, violets, and more going between the buildings and tumbling down the walls." (Part 4)


• Daria Agere, by RadioFox (part 14): "Quinn walked into the giant pink-hued Payday store with her yellow purse clutched in her arm. She walked through the automatic metal doors and went to search for the aisle she was looking for."


• It’s Just Rock And Roll. It’s Not That Serious, by translayton (part 2): "'Hairspray? Hairspray, PLEASE?' Beavis’s hand twitched while he anxiously waited for one of the two other people occupying the cramped bathroom to hand over the product."


• Purple Sweater, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (parts 4 and 5): "That day, the football field of the powerful Lawndale Lions looked very different from usual!" (Part 5)

Can He Play The Sound of Silence? Literally?

Joey's taking a very original approach to wooing Quinn on International Bagpipe Day, but unless he knows some Boys R Guys songs I don't think it's going to work. Still, maybe she'll agree to go on a date with him in exchange for not playing the bagpipes anymore.

Today is also Middle Name Pride Day, so here's a shout out to Jodie Abigail Landon, Michael Jorden Mackenzie, and Terry Barry Barlow. If any other Daria characters have canon middle names, I don't remember them, so remind me in the comments!

Last but not least, this is the anniversary of the episodes "The Invitation," "Depth Takes a Holiday," and "A Tree Grows in Lawndale," which all aired on this day in 1997, 1999, and 2000. That's quite the anniversary!

Fandom News!

• What alter-egos would you like to have seen on Daria?


• Discuss your writing style: plotters vs. pantsers.

Not the Best Example of Female Empowerment, Are They?

Helen and Linda are wishing each other a lovely International Women's Day, or at least that's what you'd think they're doing. In reality they're engaging in a majorly passive-aggressive struggle for dominance hidden under a facade of sickly-sweet politeness. You know, the same thing they always do when they talk to each other.

As it's also National No Smoking Day, I want everyone to put out their cigarettes, refrain from taking up smoking, or stop holding seances in the girls' bathroom. Whatever you'd most prefer.

Fanfic Update!

• The Better to See You With, My Dearies, by entrancedcat (COMPLETE!): "On her fifth attempt Daria succeeded in placing the contact lenses into her eyes without screaming loudly enough for the Tri-County area to take note."


• Breaking Balmora, by welltemperedclavier (part 2): "'I love what you did with your hair!' Quinn clapped her hands together and leaned down for a better look at the lock of hair Jeval had let hang over his forehead. Jeval smiled back."


• The Crass Menagerie, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Kevin, Jamie and Chuck were relaxing on the porch drinking beer while enjoying the fact that the snow and ice have melted and green buds are starting to appear on the trees." (Part 2) (Part 3)


• Her Last Words, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (part 60): "Anna really hated oaks now, and yet she thought that hemlock trees were very beautiful indeed."


• Hiking With Wolves, by radiofox (COMPLETE!): "'Remember, don't talk to anyone.' Doug Badwolf reminded his eldest daughter. 'Got it, Dad,' Cerise grumbled."


• Purple Sweater, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (part 3): "The first thing that Quinn noticed was that Sandi Griffin looked especially irritated that day."


• Song From An American Movie, by ladyevil (part 9): "At Pizza King, Daria was trying to get an audio interview with Tiffany Blum-Decker. 'I...used to...thiiiiiiink....' She drawled."


• Star Trek: Lower Decks: An Aquatic Second Contact, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 3): "T’Lyn watched Mariner leave. 'She didn’t waste time.'"

She Knows That Other Frozen Foods Exist, Right?

Helen's trying to pretend that she's only serving the family frozen lasagna because it's National Frozen Food Day, but we all know that isn't true. It might be more convincing if she didn't serve the same thing every. Single. Night.

I think we can withhold the lasagna from Brian Danielson even if it is National Brian Day, because...well, screw that guy. He's a herpes-spreading jerk and he doesn't deserve lasagna. So there.

Fandom News!

• R.I.P., Leiji Matsumoto.


• Vote in the Deadliest Warrior poll between Space Battleship Yamoto and Battlestar Galactica.


• Roentgen wishes a happy 26th anniversary to Daria.

Just Don't Fight the Dip!

Kevin and Brittany are well-stocked for National Snack Day, especially because they have both flat and ridgy chips! Just don't mix them up. It could, I don't know, cause some kind of chain reaction that would kill us all? Brittany seemed to think so, anyway.

I suppose it's a good idea to err on the side of caution, what with it being National Safety Day. Kevin knows all about that, thanks to his brief stint as a grade school safety lecturer. Safety's cool!

Fanfic Update!

• Breaking Balmora, by welltemperedclavier (part 1): "A single lock of blond hair fell down on Jeval’s brow, just a little left of center. He zeroed in on it, seeing his black eyes reflected back at him in his mom’s polished brass mirror."


• Commitment, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Two of Quinn's triplet sons were seated in Ms. Duveau's 4th-grade class while the third, Timmy, stood in front of the class giving an oral report. On the chalkboard was the subject of these reports: the person I admire the most." (Part 2) (Part 3)


• Her Last Words, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (part 59): "All that Daria Morgendorffer knew was that those could very well be the last moments of her life."


• Purple Sweater, by Sheila Wisz Ellayn (parts 1 and 2): "Life flowed just as usual at the sleepy town of Lawndale, with its cold afternoons and the starry nights, a place where it really seemed that nothing out of the ordinary would ever alter the gray and peaceful lives of those that lived there." (Part 2)

It's Not Old, It's Vintage!

Upchuck, Daria, and Jane seem to be celebrating Old Stuff Day, but really Daria and Jane are trying to either unload their old stuff on Upchuck or just make him go away. The old stuff doesn't really get a lot of appreciation in this scene.

Just a reminder that today is also American Citizenship Day, and Mr. DeMartino really needs to make sure his paperwork is in order. You never know when Ms. Barch will get it into her head to make another anonymous tip.

Finally, it's been twenty-five years since "Quinn the Brain" first aired, and fandom still hasn't gotten over the "is Daria suddenly hot if she wears Quinn's clothes" debate. Ah, well. Anyone for popcorn?

Fandom News!

• welltemperedclavier is taking a mod break.


• cortez wonders about Daria's move on Ted.


• R.I.P., Betty Boothroyd.

Sweet Dreams, Little Cynics!

Everybody keep your voices down so that Daria and Jane can continue celebrating Public Sleeping Day. Or, depending on your mood, get the Sharpies out. Trent probably considers this one of his favorite holidays, or rather he would if he were awake long enough to know what day it is.

This is also National Science Day, so...go do something sciency! In Daria and Jane's case, I'd suggest an in-depth investigation into the purpose of rapid eye movement cycles.

Fanfic Update!

• #JimToo, by WildDogJJ (COMPLETE!): "Jim was in a hospital bed laying on his stomach wearing what appeared to be an adult diaper." (Part 3)


• Daria Enrolls At Nevermore, by Meester_Lee (part 6): "The bus pulled off the main highway and began to slow down. There was a squeal from the overhead speaker as the driver picked up his microphone, distracting Daria’s attention from a guidebook she’d been leafing through."


• Whatever Happened to Jake Morgendorffer?, by Two-Eyed Charlie (COMPLETE!): "As the old saying goes, Jake Morgendorffer was dead before he hit the ground. All things considered, that was something of a blessing, given just how hard the ground was and how fast his head had hit it."