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Not many people can say that they’ve visited all seven continents, but one of the lucky few who can is this wheelchair-user named Cory Lee. Cory, 30, was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy at a very young age. Because of his condition, he began using a wheelchair at the age of 4. His mother, Sandy
Ospreys are birds of prey known for being excellent fishers. These powerful creatures dive down from up to 100 feet in the air, baring their huge claws to retrieve their next meal from the water. The way they hunt for fish is utterly fascinating, which is why they are a favorite subject among wildlife photographers.
Taking a flight home from a trip I really couldn’t reschedule. A little anxious coming, and a lot more anxious going. Turns out panic buyers ransacking the grocery stores and shutting down businesses from coast to coast makes a person with anxiety a little on edge. Who knew. I’m living in a world that only
This popular tourist attraction in the province of Overijssel, Netherlands, is unlike anywhere you’ve ever been to; the only way to get around it is through boating! Some people dream of leading a fairy tale life and live in a place that is breathtakingly beautiful and magical. If you’re one of them, then you might
Many of us have experienced our own share of mishaps during air travel – delayed flights, inconsiderate co-passengers, less than appetizing plane food, etc. But for this 88-year-old woman named Violet, she can say that her most recent flying experience is her best one yet. Violet got to enjoy the flight of her dreams earlier
Amidst the dark and terrible era of WW2, Germany birthed a superstar vehicle that spoke to the people’s need for a reliable and practical car, the average German can afford. The German government tasked Ferdinand Porsche to design and create a vehicle that was small yet big enough to fit the whole family, simple, and
A Kentucky elementary school teacher went to great lengths to make sure that a student with a physical disability wouldn’t miss out on one of the most important school activities of the year. 10-year-old Ryan King had Spina bifida, a condition that has made her paralyzed from the waist down ever since she was a
Flowers are the embodiment of life and beauty. Its wide array of colors, variety of shapes and sizes, and unique scents make it a fascinating subject for photography. And it does not take a genius to appreciate its charm. Take a look at this picturesque aerial view of a Lavender field that perfectly shows the
When Brad Ryan left his beloved town to study for college, he also went on a major outdoor adventure at the Appalachian Trail. Being close with his grandmother, Joy, who is also from the same town, expressed her regret for not going on many trips outdoors. “She told me at that time that she really,
Volkswagen is an indisputable household name in the vehicle manufacturing industry. In 2016, the German automaker was hailed as the world’s largest by sales and kept this title through 2017 and 2018, selling 10.8 million cars. For over two decades, the company has maintained the largest market share in the whole of Europe. One of
She worried her son with autism would bother his seatmate on the plane. Instead, they ended up travel buddies This mom felt a little worried when her 7-year-old son with autism had to fly solo for the first time. Children with autism perceive the world differently from most of us, which means that some regular
If you are a wine lover, then you should definitely visit this place in Portugal where you can partake of this delicious beverage – and if you’d like, sleep inside a wine barrel. Quinta da Pacheca in Duoro, Portugal offers guests a stay in their oversized barrels located meters away from the 280-year-old wine estate