Feb 29, Leap Day. They say that St. Patrick gave the women permission to ask a man to marry on the 29th day of February. The following is a watsonseblog from Jun 13, 2011.
2011 Jun 13 Joule Thief Explanation
For those who are new to Joule Thiefs, here is a 9 minute video that shows what it takes and how to make a Joule Thief. The guy is bringing low technology to the poor people of countries such as Egypt and Nepal. Another webpage of his accomplishments can be read here.