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Strength can come in many forms: huge muscles, mental fortitude, you name it. As a society, we closely associate strength with power, and we have historically associated both strength and power with masculinity. So what happens when someone comes along and disrupts that notion with a bold demonstration of her own great ability? From an … Read more
When it comes time to write that rent check, just grabbing a pen to start the process can sometimes cause a headache and a half. Parting with money is never easy, and most people just tighten their belts when the end of the month rolls around — but that doesn’t mean we don’t all dream … Read more
You go into your teenage son’s room to wake him up for school, and he’s not there. What’s worse, his bed is still made. What follows is every parent’s nightmare: calling the police, searching, and the sinking feeling you get when something maybe horrifying has happened. It’s a feeling one family knows all too well. … Read more
We’ve heard it from our older and wiser folk — life is short. Ask her out, take the vacation, order the steak! Why not? By taking chances on what you want, you’ll experience the thrill that usually comes from driving in the fast lane. But as the laws of physics have taught us, the faster … Read more
A knot of dread forms in your stomach when you see those famous flashing lights behind you: it’s the police, and you’re getting a ticket. Sure, going 55 in a 50 doesn’t sound like a big deal, but those with a history of speeding know most cops don’t play around when it comes to writing … Read more
Mankind is incredibly skilled at creating artificial objects and works of art. But while no one will argue the profoundness of the statue of David or the impressiveness of the Mount Rushmore, nothing beats the handiwork of Mother Nature. Because while there are natural occurrences that can’t be explained, there are plenty of others that … Read more
Multi-platinum singer, songwriter, and record producer Andy Grammer wasn’t looking to discover the next future pop star when he took a tour through Children’s Health in Dallas, Texas, yet he may have done just that. Andy is the voice behind huge pop hits on the radio like “Fine By Me” and “Keep Your Head Up.” … Read more
When you’re a Type 1 diabetic, you’ve got to carefully monitor your blood sugar throughout the day. It only takes seconds for your levels to drop dangerously low, sending you into a diabetic arrest that can lead to death. Customers at a convenience store in Vernon, Connecticut, were in the right place at the right … Read more
In the United States Marine Corps (USMC), there is a tradition called the “First Salute” (also known as the “Silver Dollar Salute“) where a newly commissioned officer selects an enlisted servicemember to give them their first salute. Typically, the officers select a mentor, instructor, or family member who made a significant impact on their journey … Read more
It’s not easy being separated from someone you feel a connection with, especially when you don’t know anything about their current circumstances. Considering the number of people who are adopted, it’s not as uncommon a condition as you might think. When one mother thought she’d tried everything possible to find her son, she’d all but … Read more