May the Force be with you, today and every day.
“That’s how we’re gonna win.
Not fighting what we hate, saving what we love.
— Rose, The Last Jedi
And because I can’t help myself:
What do you call a pirate droid?
Arr-2 D2.
Heehee!
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Posts Tagged ‘Star Wars Day’
You Know What Day It Is!
Posted in Likes, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2026, #Maythe4thBeWithYou, inspiration, Star Wars Day, Thoughts on May 4, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Four Forever!
Posted in Entertainment, Holidays, Writing, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2025, creativity, george-lucas, inspiration, meaning, movies, myths, realities, science fiction, star wars, Star Wars Day, Thoughts, Writers on May 4, 2025| Leave a Comment »
It’s May 4th and you know what that means! It’s Star Wars Day!
Why is Star Wars Day celebrated on May the 4th?
Star Wars Day was created by fans as a sly nod to one of the films’ most popular catchphrases, “May the force be with you.”
And when does science fiction become science fact? A few examples:
Some ‘Star Wars’ stories have already become reality
…at least four important aspects of the “Star Wars” saga are much closer – both in time and space – than Lucas was letting on.
And while it’s true that we’re making progress on the scientific and technological aspects of the Star Wars universe, that’s not the reason we care so much about it.
Star Wars came to me at a difficult time, and has served as an anchor ever since. Why does the story resonate so strongly with so many people?
A force awakened: why so many find meaning in Star Wars
According to Lucas: “I became fascinated with how culture is transmitted through fairy tales and myth. Fairy tales are about how people learn about good and evil…it’s the most intimate struggle that we cope with – trying to do the right thing and what’s expected of us by society, by our peers, and in our hearts.”
These stories typically appear during times of doubt and can help viewers reclaim the goodness and innocence in themselves, reminding them they can overcome the evil they see in the world.
And while I normally ignore Episodes I, II and III (IV forever!), this quote from the script of III seems appropriate.
“In a dark place we find ourselves, and a little more knowledge lights our way.”
—Yoda
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Fourth for the Force
Posted in Holidays, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2024, pop culture food, Star Wars Day on May 4, 2024| Leave a Comment »
May the 4th be with you!
Star Wars Day- May the 4th Be With You | StarWars.com
Includes info, news and, most importantly, recipes like Blue Milk Pudding, Tauntaun Cookies and Ewok Sushi 🙂
Enjoy!
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May the Fourth
Posted in Entertainment, Holidays, Writing, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2022, #Maythe4thBeWithYou, hope, music, Star Wars Day on May 4, 2022| Leave a Comment »
There is a lot of trouble in the world right now, but we are not helpless. We are not hopeless. And if there’s any better way to remember that today than Star Wars, I don’t know it. Just thinking of the theme song raises my spirits. Here’s to building a better future.
For motivation, check out this piece on the history of John Williams’ rousing theme:
Behind The Song: “Star Wars Theme” by John Williams – American Songwriter
And then, of course, there’s our scrappy band of Rebels.
“Would it help if I got out and pushed?”
— Princess Leia
Always.
May the Force be with us.
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And Also With You
Posted in Entertainment, Holidays, Writing, tagged #365Ways2021, #Maythe4thBeWithYou, fun, star wars, Star Wars Day, yay on May 4, 2021| 1 Comment »
I’m a little bit beat. I know it’s May the Fourth and therefore Star Wars Day, but I’m not quite up to a long-form essay on all that this world has meant for me.
Suffice it to say, I’m a fan.
If you’re in the mood for a quick recap of the main movies (or an introduction, I won’t judge!), here’s a quick summation by Star Wars actor Daisy Ridley, with a little help from Jimmy Fallon:
If you’d rather go back to the beginning and study the source, check out this piece on the first movie’s script:
Star Wars: A New Hope Script — Screenplay Analysis and PDF Download
We’re going to break down the essential aspects of the Star Wars script, and how George Lucas made a science-fiction classic.
Buckle up, we’re going into hyperdrive…
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May the Fourth Be With You!
Posted in Entertainment, Holidays, Likes, tagged #pensivestormtrooper, #ThingsILike, arts, awesome, entertainment, fun, genre fiction, home, quotes, science fiction, speculative fiction, Star Wars Day, Thoughts, yay on May 4, 2017| 1 Comment »
Always.
Self-portrait as Stormtrooper
Today’s quote: “We’re more complex than you think.”
Open the blast doors! Open the blast doors!
Always!
Posted in Entertainment, Holidays, tagged #Maythe4thBeWithYou, awesome, fun, star wars, Star Wars Day, yay on May 4, 2016| Leave a Comment »
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Because We All Need Cuddles
Posted in Likes, tagged 501st legion, a better world, animal shelter photography, Capital City Garrison, cats, dogs, Ottawa Humane Society, pet adoptions, star wars, Star Wars Day, storm troopers, yay on May 8, 2015| Leave a Comment »
Star Wars villains + cuddly animals? Yes, please!
For Star Wars Day (that’s May the 4th to some people), The Ottawa Humane Society had the brilliant idea to pair the Capital City Garrison of the 501st Legion (“Bad guys doing good”) with adoptable animals, and the results are adorable.
Photographer Rohit Saxena put together a terrific series of images designed to help pets find homes. Over 150,000 dogs and cats go into shelters every year in Canada, and more like 6 to 8 million in the U.S., so if you’re looking for a pet or a good cause to support, check out your local animal shelter, Petfinder, Adopt-A-Pet, or the ASPCA.
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