As a kid, I remember my grandparents watching All In The Family on CBS. I was too young to grasp the humor, but I eventually learned how…
Today, I pulled a little piece of paper from my grandma’s heart box that said, “Do something for somebody.” That simple statement could…
Recently, a mystery was solved. Since I’ve been alive and perhaps centuries before, this mystery was the subject of great debate, curiosity, and…
A Louisiana high school was in trouble. Fights were breaking out regularly. One fight was so out of control that local police had to respond. …
Last week was “Instructor Appreciation Week” at the seniors center where I teach my boxing class. Shortly after class started, the center’s…
Once again, Mother Nature has won my heart with her creations. This time it's a kitten taking its duckling friends on a field trip to the water…
At lunchtime yesterday while making my favorite sandwich, I grabbed the bread, spread the mustard, and promptly put the mustard and sliced cheese…
For the last six months we have been traveling 8 hours back and forth to help my sister-in-law during her terminal battle with cancer. She lost…
You won't be able to hold back a smile, or maybe you'll even laugh out loud at the wildlife having some fun with their photographers.…
They’re Jewish. They’re Muslim. They’re orthodox Jews. They’re radical Muslims. They’re Zionists. They’re terrorists. They’re rapists. To each…
For creativity and complexity, I give him a 10…
Who among us hasn't, at least occasionally, woken in the middle of the night with our brains lit up and ready to ponder anything and everything?…
Just a few days before Christmas of 2000, a baby was bundled in a blanket and flannel shirt, put in a cardboard box, and left in the hallway of an…
This young farmer loves his animals and his animals love him. He's the pied piper on the farm. It brought me smiles and a happy heart as I read…
Question: (blindfolded)
One morning earlier this week, I was complaining in my head about several projects that were taking longer than expected, plus some other issues…
All of us have said it,
"I wish that hadn't happened."
"I kick myself for having said that!"
"I regret ever buying into…
Read about kindreds and the gift of giving and receiving them...
Social networks are now the dominant force for social interactions worldwide. Most social platforms give people the simplest tools for expressing…
Pretty costume bracelets, one gold and one black sparkles with gold trim. Great gift. Brand new, never worn.
Have you ever known someone whose belief in themselves and their abilities to achieve are seemingly unshakable? Obstacle course athlete and now…
I’ve come to the conclusion that there’s just two male populations in this world. One population works hard to become a better man. The other…
As a business owner, I want the people I hire to feel valued. Thank you are words I don’t hesitate to say, but a workplace study featured in this…
Every Friday, I have the pleasure of teaching a fitness class called Functional Boxing at a local seniors center, and attendees learn punching…
Pony is definitely an unusual fashion consultant. Watch as she hilariously guides Champagne to a high-fashion ensemble…
Many people struggle to drink enough water daily, but a water bottle can be an effective prompt to hydrate more often.
However, the bottle'…
These beautiful images by the talented Finnish photographer Joachim Munter make you feel you're right there in the forest with these beautiful…
Translated from German, Vorfreude means “the anticipation of joy,” and frankly, we could use more of it.
When speaking of vorfreude,…
Join Maria S in her quest for hope
Spoiled cat gets the full spa treatment and beyond…
Check out the press release for my new book... https://www.…
…can make all the difference. Who's right and who's wrong — maybe both, maybe neither. Putting yourself in someone else's shoes can make a big…
The other day, I watched a movie called Unhinged. It was scary good. And boy, did it teach a good lesson about anger.
Imagine this …
I loved scrolling through these old photos. I've been through them several times, and they brought a big smile to my face every time. I hope you…
I have a pretty, heart-shaped ceramic box that belonged to my grandma. I call it my grandma’s heart, and it’s the keeper of notes I’ve made when I…
I very much appreciated this essay on how we can exercise kindness every day...
Have you noticed how trendy and fashionable kindness has become? You can’t walk into a clothing store or gift shop without being met with the…
Happy Harvesters had a very successful picking day on Saturday, April 6th. In just two hours, 720 lbs of oranges were picked and will be…
As Jason, my client of nearly 25 years, performed a set of dumbbell chest presses, he strenuously asked, “How many more reps?” “Two to go,” I…
When I was a kid, and my mom called me to come in from playing outside, I came running. These "kids" also come running when mama calls, and it's…
Join in the fun, I am!
The above photos are of a building a couple of miles from my home. Seeing positive messages like this displayed is both unexpected and refreshing…
It's no secret that a pillar of good health is eating vegetables and fruits daily. That said, the Environmental Working Group has released its…
All of these bunnies are so cute and loveable, you can't help but smile…
We talk about how fragile life is or how some things are unthinkable and unimaginable. But thoughts like these are easy to push aside until an…
We often hear, and maybe have said, “I’m just one person; there’s nothing I can do.” Well, that simply isn’t true. In 1962, one woman wrote a book…
Helpful information about comment nesting...
Recently, as part of our design upgrade, we made the decision to “nest” replies to comments. This means you can read comments without having to…
Wondering about Kindreds and how to use them? Read all about Kindreds here...
Question: Should I seek out volunteers on Nextdoor for an upcoming Happy Harvesters orange picking event?
“I need to cancel my training session today. I had a fall in my driveway, and I’m a little banged up,” read the text message from my client, Cass…
These best pals have lots of fun together and share the sweetest friendship. Enjoy the love these two share…
Anyone who watches commercial TV has seen numerous ads for the memory supplement Prevagen. Lately, it seems they are running more frequently,…
Some years ago, I invited an author to speak on the topic of social responsibility at a large gathering of business owners. Prior to the event, as…
For weeks now people around the world have been fixated on the Royal family especially Kate. Even public figures have the right to privacy to deal…
Yep, definitely not far from the truth. I had a good laugh…
Looks can be deceiving. What looks like a good job may not feel so good when you’re the one doing it. That’s exactly how John Disselkamp felt. His…
It is with great excitement that I announce the release of my novel, Papi, Por Favor! Now available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. https…
It’s been said that need is the mother of invention, and women have long been those mothers at the forefront of birthing new discoveries and…
Something positive to share...
Over the past years, libraries have been thought to be on their deathbed as they tried to compete with the convenience and speed of the internet…
"Ultra-processed foods are not only tasty, but they're also good for you," said no one, ever.
Data gathered from dozens of studies that…
“Lunch shaming” happens every day in school cafeterias nationwide. The victims of this shaming are children whose parents owe a nominal sum of…
Improved mood and mental focus and reduced levels of depression and anxiety are a few benefits of healthier brain function courtesy of exercise…
Helpful news from Youtropolis...
Last week, we introduced new changes to our user interface. One important change was to simplify the design of post pages and bring all…
A small number of fallible human beings and a set of technical controls are all that stand between now and nuclear apocalypse. —Jerry Brown…
A recent post by the city of Slipstream, titled Sticks and Stones, discusses how our words can uplift and bring peace to others or do the opposite…
The last couple days I'd been getting error messages when opening my four year old safe. Even though I didn't understand what was going on I didn'…
People need to be right. And this, my friend, is what causes an immense amount of suffering. For both sides of the fence.
Rarely, do…
Between the years 1940 to 1988, there was a popular American game show called Truth or Consequences. Contestants who didn’t answer the show’s…
March is Women’s History Month, so today we celebrate Susan B. Anthony, a determined liberator who championed women’s rights and fought for women’…
A helpless, bald baby bird is found in a flower bed, and from that moment on, the bird and its rescuers' lives would magically change.
I…
In case you missed it, here's an important update posted in Youtropolis News this afternoon. Take a look...
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Last night, we introduced some upgrades to your Youtropolis city pages. Over the next couple of months, we will continue to…
