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Flying on a crowded airplane is not most people’s idea of fun. First, you have to get to the airport hours before your flight to stand in line for security. Everyone is testy, tired, and anxious. If security goes smoothly, you may have time to …
While there are moments in life that are full of immense joy, riding public transport is not one of them. I am sure we can all attest to the fact that getting on a crowded bus, train, or subway is something we wouldn’t wish upon …
Throughout our time on this beautiful earth, certain things acquire a sense of irreplaceable value. It could be anything such as an inexpensive locket given to you on your birthday, to your very first bass guitar. For Charlie Marvin Green Jr, his most prized possession …
Being kind to someone doesn’t cost a cent. It’s when people feel it’s their duty to offend or be rude to others, that things start to get messy. But unfortunately, as the video below clearly proves, some people really don’t believe in being empathetic and …
With technology continuously changing and improving every single day, it’s amazing what a little gadget (or any other object, for that matter) can do to better communication and social relationships. Before, we were amazed to know that sending a gift to someone in another country …
There’s something so magical when people come together to show love and kindness. In German, they even have a special word for it, ‘gemütlichkeit,’ which is the idea of feeling warmth and friendliness from those around you. In English, we simply know it as ‘community, …
5 years ago, the music world lost a legend when Whitney Houston tragically passed away at the age of 48. One of music’s famous “divas,” Houston never failed to impress audiences and fans with her incomparable vocal range and star quality. For me, her performance, …
There are people in this world who have made it their sole purpose to serve and protect others. Professions such as policemen and women, firefighters, doctors, nurses, and those belonging to the army deserve medals for their active contribution to the well-being and safety of …
Think about a time when you accidentally left something important somewhere. It could have been in a taxi, at someone’s house, at a bar or restaurant—anywhere! It’s happened to the best of us! When you realize the fact, your heart is pounding; you begin to …
There’s absolutely no doubt that living and working on a farm entails a lot of work. For a farm to be productive and profitable, owners and workers often get up before the sun rises and don’t return home until long after it has set. The …