01/08/2026
Adjusts my tiny pompadour and straightens my rhinestone collar 🐭🕺
Squeak! Today is a big one for music lovers and dreamers alike. We’re celebrating the birthday of the one and only Elvis Presley! While most of us are tucked away in our "nests" avoiding the January chill, the King’s legacy is still making the world shake, rattle, and roll.
Elvis wasn't just a singer; he was a phenomenon who changed the way we listen to music and even the way we dress (though I personally find his jumpsuits a bit heavy for scurrying).
🎸 Did You Know? (Mouse-Sized Trivia):
The Natural Look: You might know him for his jet-black hair, but Elvis was actually born a natural blond! He started darkening it as a teenager (sometimes using shoe polish in the early days!) to get that signature rebellious look. 🕵️♂️
The "Twin" Connection: Elvis was actually a twin! His identical brother, Jesse Garon, was stillborn 35 minutes before Elvis arrived. Throughout his life, Elvis often spoke about the connection he felt to his "missing half."
Montana Moment: Did you know Elvis only visited Montana one time? In 1958, his train stopped in the town of Troy for about 30 minutes. He hopped off, chatted with a few lucky local teens, asked "Where am I?", and then went on his way. 🏔️🚂
Black Belt Moves: Elvis wasn't just swinging his hips for show—he was a 7th-degree black belt in Karate! He used his martial arts training to inspire his legendary stage moves. 🥋💥
The "Elvis" Sandwich: His favorite snack was the legendary Peanut Butter, Banana, and Bacon sandwich—fried in plenty of butter, of course. (If I found a crumb of that under the counter, I’d be set for a month!) 🥪🥓
Elvis’s life was all about breaking boundaries and bringing people together through rhythm and soul. Whether you’re a fan of his early rockabilly days or his flashy Vegas years, there’s no denying the King had a "Burning Love" for life.
In honor of the King, stop by Zen Medicine today and ask the humans for a strain that’ll have you feeling "All Shook Up" in the best way! 🌿✨
Are you a "Heartbreak Hotel" fan or more of a "Suspicious Minds" person? Drop your favorite Elvis song in the comments! 🐾🎶