Studies have shown that engaging in new activities helps keep the brain sharp and delays cognitive decline. Older adults have been found to often experience better mental health when challenging themselves daily, display enhanced problem solving skills and an increase in creativity. Therefore lifelong learning has the potential to improve not only your mental, but...
When one thinks about napkin holders, you don’t think about any special uses other than their intended use right? There are so many overlooked uses for Dollar Tree napkin holders that you could go on a creativity spree. From craft ideas to organizational projects, there are a multitude of uses. Kallie Branciforte of But First,...
Written By: Pia Briscoe When recalling the life and ministry of Jesus Christ, well-known places such as Bethlehem, Nazareth, and Jerusalem often come to mind. These historic places play an important role in biblical narratives, but you may be intrigued to discover that Jesus traveled far beyond them. Here are ten significant but often overlooked...
Based on studies performed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a shocking 1 in 36 children based in the US alone have autism. As awareness around autism has grown, the number of opportunities in employment hasn’t met the standard. Most autistic children find this issue leaving school. A father who goes by...
Are you a travel lover and travel out of country several times each year? Is your favorite saying catch flights, not feelings, and your Instagram bio proudly states the number of countries you’ve visited (and counting!)? Then, chances are, you’ve got a pretty strong passport. Are you the proud holder of the world’s strongest passport,...
The journey of becoming a parent can be long and emotional. Parents may struggle to conceive, seeking alternatives like IVF or adoption. While having a biological connection to their child is something most people desire, adoption can make a huge impact, helping a child in need and filling parents’ hearts with more love than they...
I felt resentment, bitterness towards my father. Mad at the world, I held on to these feeling for years, almost for as long as I’ve lived. I plotted revenge against him almost daily. After all, he had abandoned me when I needed him the most. For most of it, my entire life was controlled by...
Have you ever spent Christmas alone? Miranda stood still for just a moment, her weathered hands gripped tightly around the wooden handle of a broom. Frozen in the middle of the furniture store she diligently took care of day to day as an appointed cleaner. Locked on the gaze of a familiar figure in front...
A current widespread topic is the LA wildfire, which has wiped out numerous neighborhoods in the area. Across the nation people are anxiously watching as their loved ones are evacuated, some losing everything. In the midst of the chaos comes a small silver lining for one family and it serves as a reminder to others...
Nature gives us many blessings. Most of which we take for granted. In terms of trees, they provide shade, foundations for tree houses, homes for birds, and endless memories. They are like our wise guardians that have no voice. Having been around for so long, they have played witness to so much. One woman had...
Sadio Mané’s journey from a small village in Senegal to becoming one of the most celebrated footballers in the world is a tale of resilience, determination, and unwavering belief. Born on April 10, 1992, in Bambali, a remote village in southern Senegal, Mané faced numerous challenges from a young age. The village lacked basic amenities...
In the rhythm of daily life, it’s easy for couples to fall into patterns of familiarity—routine gestures, unspoken expectations, and the quiet assumption that love is simply understood without being expressed. Over time, the small acts of devotion that once felt extraordinary can fade into the background, unnoticed and unacknowledged. Yet, beneath the surface of...