Did you know that today, 7/22 is National Hammock Day?
A hammock, used for swinging, sleeping or resting, is a sling made of fabric, rope or netting, that is suspended between two points such as posts or trees.
- Developed by natives of Central and South America for sleeping.
- Were later used aboard ships by sailors for comfort and to maximize space.
- Early hammocks were woven out of the bark from trees. (http://nationaldaycalendar.com/days-2/national-hammock-day-july-22/)
Today, hammocks are a symbol of summer, leisure, relaxation and simple easy living. As a way to celebrate National Hammock Day, sit back, relax and if you do not have a hammock to rest on, just tell someone, “Happy National Hammock Day!”
