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Sometimes, fate has a funny way of bringing people into our lives. How many times have we heard stories about long-time couples who met in the most random place at the most random time? During their first encounter, neither of them ever thought they’d eventually play an important role in each other’s lives. Yet, decades
Just like humans, dogs can be born with special needs. And like us, they need special attention, too. This disabled pup featured in our story didn’t only get excellent care; she also received lots of love from the people around her, especially from a shelter volunteer in this story. Gracie is an adorable puppy born
If we had to rank the best dog walkers in Saratoga County, New York, there’s no doubt that Tim Pink would take the top spot. He is THE DOG WALKER. The name might not ring a bell to some, so here’s a little giveaway – he usually walks around town accompanied by a group of
While we usually give tips in the form of cash, this server received one in 2015 so generous, that it changed his life dramatically. Brian Maixner works as a server at a little restaurant in Wichita, Kansas called Doo-Dah Diner. Its owner, Timirie Shibley, gave it that name after she discovered that “doo-dah” is a
Most of us tend to take the things we’re blessed to have for granted – a roof over our heads, home-cooked meals on our tables, comfortable beds to sleep in, and more. We don’t think too much of it, because we’re confident that we’ll always have them. While this is true most of the time,
One of nature’s most fascinating qualities is its constant ability to surprise us. Just when we thought we know everything there is to know, we learn that we’re wrong most of the time. And that experience is both humbling and eye-opening. We realize that we still have a lot to learn, and that’s okay. The
If some people wear their hearts on their sleeves, this pup wears hers on her chest! An adorable black and white dog with a heart-shaped patch of fur on her chest recently got adopted. Last week, Broken Arrow Animal Shelter shared a photo of the unique-looking border collie on their Facebook page. The post has
Do you remember what your life was like before you let society tell you what it should be like? Before you let anyone judge you for how you dress, or what you look like; the things you enjoy or the people you associate with? I often have these beautiful moments of memories that pop into
When it comes to botanical illustrations, one of the world’s best is England-based artist Helen Ahpornsiri (pronounced Ahh-pon-si-ree). Her exceptional artwork is made from humble elements of nature – pressed flowers and leaves. Through her intricate compositions, she is able to present the diversity and beauty of the natural world. Some of her works include
Dorothy Jean Tillman II is just like your average 14-year-old in many ways. She loves dancing, using TikTok, and hanging out with her friends. But on paper, you’ll find that she’s actually quite extraordinary. In fact, this teenager’s latest feat is earning a master’s degree! The teenage prodigy, nicknamed DJ (as in Dorothy Jeanius) by
Sometimes, the most beautiful friendships are the ones you least expected to blossom. Many of us have experienced this – we meet one person who is our total opposite, only to find out that we vibe with them despite our differences. This situation proves that we don’t necessarily develop great relationships only with those who
Eco-friendly food brands are popping up here and there, and it seems like our hope for a greener world will come to fruition soon. If you love drinking beer and soft drinks, you may be sipping your favorite beverages from plant-based bottles years from now. Renewable chemicals company Avantium, paper packaging material developer BillerudKorsnäs, and