Unicorn Day

 “You may have stopped believing in unicorns, but they never stopped believing in you.”

“Wisdom is never playing leapfrog with a unicorn.”
 –Tibetan proverb

Move over Easter bunnies, April 9 is all about celebrating the mythical and majestic creatures that are unicorns.
Unicorn Day is the one day a year where we can all don our most sparkly and magical attire and celebrate the mythical and majestic horned creatures that are unicorns.

 But why should we bother celebrating Unicorn Day on April 9?

The origins of Unicorn Day are shrouded in magical mystery, uncatchable like the creatures themselves. Some say it was the unicorns themselves who demanded a day of recognition.
April 9 is the perfect date for Unicorn Day, as it falls in the sweet spot between the end of winter and the start of spring, when the world is bursting with new life and possibilities. It’s the perfect time to embrace the magic and wonder that unicorns represent.

The real reason we should celebrate these majestic beasts.

Unicorns have played a role in mythology and history that spans cultures and continents.
From the ancient Greeks to modern-day children’s stories, these magical creatures have been depicted in ancient art and have been the subject of countless stories and legends, and inspired us to dream big.
They symbolize purity, grace, and most importantly, the power of belief in the impossible.

Of course, Unicorn Day may seem like a strange holiday to some. Non-believers may question the validity of celebrating a creature that doesn’t exist, and people feel like unicorns only approaching virgins is a very outdated form of snooty bigotry.
Truth is, nobody asked the unicorns about these matters. Not that they make it easy to ask them, though.
Just because something isn’t scientifically proven doesn’t mean it can’t bring joy and wonder to our lives.

What makes unicorns so special?

They’re definitely not your average horse. They have a giant horn protruding from their foreheads. They’re like the elfenkind version of rhinoceroses.
Among all the horse-like cryptids, unicorns are known to be the most magical ones.
Even a piece of their spiraled horn on their forehead, known as an “alicorn” is full of magic when not attached to the unicorn. It is said to detect poison or even cure poison and might even detect lies.
If you’re in possession of an alicorn and it doesn’t work, then you’re probably scammed by someone who sold you the tooth of a narwhal. This happens a lot.
Unicorns are often associated with rainbows and sparkles, which makes them a hit with kids and adults alike.
But what really sets them apart from other horse-like cryptids? 

Where can you find a unicorn?

Unfortunately, they’re notoriously difficult to come by. Some say you need to travel to a secret enchanted forest, others say you simply need to believe hard enough. Either way, the search for unicorns is a magical journey all its own.

But before you go chasing rainbows in search of unicorns, be warned: safety is key. Make sure to prepare accordingly for Unicorn Day, with plenty of glitter, sparkles, and fairy dust on hand. And if you do manage to find a unicorn, remember to approach with caution – they can be a bit skittish and  their horns can be dangerous if not handled properly. Watch out for rogue unicorn horns and always approach with caution.

How to celebrate:

• Throw a unicorn-themed party, complete with rainbow-colored cupcakes and glitter decorations.
• Break out your glitter, your rainbow tutus, and your most magical unicorn onesies. 
• How about mixing up a batch of rainbow unicorn slime, or making your own horn headband?
• you could spend the day watching your favorite movies or reading books about unicorns. 
• Have we mentioned the rainbow colored cupcakes?

So what are you waiting for?
Embrace the magic of Unicorn Day and celebrate these majestic creatures in all their glittery glory.
Remember that the magic is in your heart, and if you believe in unicorns, anything is possible.
Happy Unicorn Day!

 “I suppose I could understand it if men had simply forgotten unicorns, but not to see them at all, to look at them and see something else – what do they look to one another, then? What do trees look like to them, or houses, or real horses, or their own children?”
 — Peter S. Beagle, The last Unicorn