I Forgot Day - July 2nd, 2025
Oh, the sweet relief of I Forgot Day on July 2nd, 2025! Finally, a day dedicated to acknowledging (and apologizing for) all those pesky forgotten birthdays, anniversaries, and special occasions. It's like a collective sigh of relief echoed around the world, as we all breathe a little easier, knowing we're not alone in our forgetfulness. A Brief History of I Forgot Day Believe it or not, I Forgot Day has its roots in ancient Rome, where the concept of "forgetting" was seen as a natural part of human memory. The Romans would hold an annual festival, known as "Dies Oblivionis", to poke fun at their own forgetfulness and to encourage people to laugh at their mistakes. Fast-forward to the 19th century, when an American entrepreneur, James Ward, revived the idea and coined the term "I Forgot Day". Since then, July 2nd has become a lighthearted celebration of our collective forgetfulness. Traditions of I Forgot Day So, how do people celebrate I F...