NERISA EUGENIA WATERMAN Every four years, we’re granted an extraordinary gift, an extra day added to our calendars. This phenomenon, known as leap year, has captivated cultures around the world for centuries. While some may view it simply as an anomaly in the calendar, others see it as an opportunity for celebration and reflection.
Fun Facts About Leap Year:
• The added day in the calendar is termed “Leap Day” and falls on February 29th.
• Individuals born on Leap Day are often dubbed “leaplings” or “leapers,” and typically celebrate their birthdays on February 28th or March 1st in non-leap years.
• The likelihood of being born on Leap Day is approximately 1 in 1,461.
• Some cultures regard Leap Day as unlucky, while others view it as an opportunity for women to propose marriage to men.
The concept of leap year has ancient roots, with early civilizations such as ancient Egypt making efforts to align lunar and solar calendars. However, it was Julius Caesar’s introduction of the Julian calendar in 45 BCE that standardized the leap year system we recognize today. According to this calendar, a leap year repeats every four years, featuring an additional day in February to maintain synchronization with the solar year.
Ways to Celebrate Leap Year:
Take a Leap of Faith: Use Leap Day as a catalyst to venture beyond your comfort zone. Whether it’s delving into a new hobby, embarking on a spontaneous journey, or pursuing a long-held aspiration, or embracing the spirit of adventure, just take a leap of faith and see where it takes you.
Reflect and Recharge: Utilize the additional day to contemplate the past four years and chart a course for the future. Dedicate time to self-care, journaling, and meditation to rejuvenate and realign your aspirations and priorities.
Pay It Forward: Spread joy and kindness by engaging in acts of service or random acts of kindness. Leap Day presents an opportunity to make a positive impact within your community and beyond.
Shopping: While you are paying it forward why not take advantage of the leap day sales.
Milk Bar
Leap Day babies can get a free full-sized birthday cake in-store on Feb. 29. Must show government ID to redeem.
Staples
If you plan on doing some international travel, Staples has you covered with free passport photos.
Build a Bear Workshop
Anyone at any age celebrating a Leap Day birthday can get a Build a Birthday Treat Bear for the special price of $4.
Starbucks
Select accounts will have a BOGO leap year deal – Free handcrafted drink when you buy one, or get a handcrafted drink for $3. The offers are valid until March 3, 2024.
Marco’s Pizza
Between Feb. 26 and March 3, Marco’s Pizza customers can get 29% off all menu-price pizzas at participating locations using the code LEAP29 while ordering online and in the app.
DSW
This Leap Day at DSW, save 25% off shoes, bags, accessories, and more, available today only!
Converse
Leap into a new pair of Converse (today only at Converse). The iconic shoe brand is celebrating the holiday with 50% off select styles with promo code LEAPDAY.
Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme customers can score an Original Glazed dozen for just $2.29 with the purchase of a regularly priced dozen for one day only on Feb. 29.
If you have a leap day birthday, you can also get a free original glazed dozen (no purchase required) when you show an ID.
Chipotle
Chipotle rewards members can get free guacamole on Feb. 29 when they place an order in the chain’s app or website and use the code EXTRA24.
Long John Silver’s
Long John Silver’s has a leap day offer that’s valid between Feb. 26 — 29. The online exclusive will entitle customers to a free piece of fish or chicken on orders of $5 or more.
Leap Year is a rare and enchanting occurrence that prompts us to cherish each moment and welcome the unexpected. Whether you opt for a leap day soirée, a daring leap into the unknown, or serene introspection, seize this extra day to create memories, cultivate gratitude, and embrace life’s wonders. Happy Leap Year!
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