The Daily Quote podcast pageThe Daily Quote FACEBOOK pageThe Great News LetterVoicemail feedback line – 1-877-636-1474CONTACT MEWelcome to The Daily Quote—a podcast designed to kickstart your day in a positive way. I'm your host, Andrew McGivern, for March 7th. Now, let’s talk about something truly iconic, slightly quirky, and undeniably nostalgic—because today is National Sock Monkey Day! If you’ve never had the pleasure of owning one, sock monkeys are handmade stuffed toys, traditionally crafted from red-heeled work socks. They first became popular in the 1930s, during the Great Depression, when families got creative with whatever materials they had. Instead of buying expensive toys, they turned old socks into these long-limbed, smiling little monkeys. And somehow, these simple creations became a cultural staple, proving that joy doesn’t have to come with a big price tag. That brings us to today’s quote from Richard Back, who once said, “The simplest things are often the truest.” Sock monkeys are proof of this idea in the best way possible. They aren’t flashy, high-tech, or complicated—they're just socks, stuffing, and a little bit of imagination. And yet, they’ve lasted for generations, passed down as cherished childhood companions. There’s something true about them. They remind us that happiness doesn’t always come from something expensive or extravagant—it can come from the simplest things, like a handmade toy, a shared joke, or even just a moment of silliness. So today, embrace the simplicity. Maybe dig out an old stuffed animal from your childhood, get a little crafty, or just find joy in something small and unexpected. Because sometimes, the truest joys are the simplest ones. That’s it for today’s episode of The Daily Quote. If this brought a little nostalgia or a smile to your face, then my job here is done. I'm Andrew McGivern, signing off for today but I’ll be back tomorrow, same pod time, same pod station with another Daily Quote.