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Life Has A Way of Changing Ordinary—Into Extraordinary!

Life has a way of changing the ordinary into something extraordinary. Sometimes, in the process of growing up, you may feel like you can’t take any more change.  But then you meet someone, and your perspective changes again.  That is where life begins to make sense again. You see that change is just another part of life, not only something that happens to you but also defines who you are.  Although we’ve been living for many years now, there are...

Life is a Journey, not a Destination: Liv in the Moment!

  Life is a journey, not a destination. The most important thing to remember when living in the moment is that there is no such thing as a perfect life.  Challenges will always arise, and people will attempt to bring you down and make your life harder than it needs to be.  You can still find good every day despite negativity and stress. Keeping a focus on the present and not worrying about what might happen tomorrow and next week...

The Unidentified Boy in the Box – a True Crime Story

An unidentified young boy’s body was discovered on the side of a road in suburban Philadelphia on Thursday, February 25, 1957.  In the description, the Boy in the Box was described as having blue eyes, a fair complexion, and medium to light brown crudely cut hair.  His face and body were covered in bruises;   Some experts believe the child may have spent 2-3 days or even 2 to 3 weeks in the box.  He was between the ages of four...

7 Ways to Fight Hate – It Starts With You!

The word hate has been used far too often in recent years. It emerged from undercover when the 2016 presidential campaign started and mass shootings in Europe occurred.  Hearing hate speech can overwhelm you and make you want to avert your eyes.  However, if you know what causes hate – and how to help fight it – you can take control of your life. Here are some ways to help fight hate – it starts with you. The Problem with...

Regret A Guide to Avoid: A Few Tips!

Living life once is all you get, so don’t waste it doing things you’ll regret. It doesn’t matter how large or small a decision may be; it has a lasting impact on your life.  Therefore, avoiding regret is one of the best ways to do that.  The last thing you want is to look back and wish you had taken advantage of everything you could have when you’ve finished living.  Here’s what you should never do to avoid regretting your...