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Woman’s Dream Wedding Flop Winds Up Leading To A Miraculous Moment That Leaves Strangers In Tears

When most people think of weddings, they don’t picture a simple courthouse appointment during a lunch break. They see flowers! Decorations! Caterings! Although a minimalistic wedding works best for some, weddings are often grand ceremonies with festive celebrations afterward.Still, no matter how wonderful a wedding is, it does not provide a guarantee that the marriage will work out. When one woman’s elaborate and costly wedding plans cooled down, she concocted a heartwarming plan to fulfill another soon-to-be-married couple’s happiness instead… Kolbie Sanders has it all. The 24-year-old attends the University of Texas, has a group of loyal and loving friends, amd a wonderful family — and she had the perfect wedding venue booked. That is, until October 2018… Kolbie had been in a relat...

10 Professional Athletes Who Became Real-Life Heroes

22Nov By viralzergnet.comNo Comments

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10 Professional Athletes Who Became Real-Life Heroes

When Kirk Gibson smacked a walk-off home run in the 1988 World Series, kids and parents alike no doubt whispered “my hero” as they watched him fist pump on the base paths. But while professional athletes are often looked to as role models, their status as true “heroes” is hotly debated: surely heroism constitutes more than just scoring touchdowns or hitting home runs? For those on the fence of the “hero” debate, these 10 athletes have proven without a shadow of a doubt they are worthy of this distinction. Even if sports aren’t your thing, you’ll be amazed at the incredible lengths these stars went to in order to better the lives of others. 1. Muhammad Ali: It’s nearly impossible to talk about the legendary boxer without mentioning the word “hero” at least a dozen times. Yet even with a...

Celebrities Who’ve Helped Out During The California Fires

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Celebrities Who’ve Helped Out During The California Fires

The California wildfires have displaced more than 300,000 people since they started burning on Nov. 8. Among the people left without homes are the many celebrities who call The Golden State home. The devastation of the blazes has inspired some stars to help out in a number of ways. Famous people such as Ellen DeGeneres and Miley Cyrus have donated money to aid in the efforts of helping anyone affected by the fires.Some A-listers are even pitching in to serve firefighters food and help families reconnect with each other through their platforms on social media. Several notable businesses have given money to the cause as well. Here are some celebrities and major companies that have worked to make this terrible circumstance more manageable for all those involved: Miley Cyrus & Liam ...

This Powerball Winner Is Already Sharing Some Of The Money With Wounded Veterans

20Nov By viralzergnet.comNo Comments

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This Powerball Winner Is Already Sharing Some Of The Money With Wounded Veterans

Lerynne West recently won $343.9 million in a recent Powerball drawing. It’s quite the windfall for this single mom from Redfield, Iowa, so her announcement that she’ll be donating $500,000 of her winnings to The Travis Mills Foundation, which assists wounded veterans, really warms our hearts. As the daughter of a Vietnam veteran with three brothers who also served in the military, giving back to those who serve our country is a cause that’s near to her heart. “It’s very important to me that we never forget the sacrifices soldiers and their family members make for our country,” West told host Ellen DeGeneres during an appearance on her show on Nov. 14. Watch West talk about the exciting experience of winning the jackpot and how she plans to use the money in the clip below. ...

Young Boy Uses A Simple Bottle Of Nail Polish To Touch Hearts And Change The World

19Nov By viralzergnet.comNo Comments

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Young Boy Uses A Simple Bottle Of Nail Polish To Touch Hearts And Change The World

While a butterfly flapping its wings could theoretically create a tornado, a small act of kindness can grow just as large, touching more and more people until it snowballs into something larger than life. Every day we go about our business thinking that the small things we do won’t have a big impact — but they can! While Serious Request, a Dutch annual event to raise money for charity, was already a well-known phenomenon in 2016, it was the appearance of a young boy with bright fingernails that kick-started a nation-wide movement that eventually captivated the world… Every year since 2004, during the holiday season, a special event takes place in a different major Dutch city’s main square. Hundreds of thousands of people from all over the country come to witness the sensation, watc...

#Disney Is Donating $5 To #Charity For Every #Mickey Mouse Ears #Photo Shared

8Nov By viralzergnet.comNo Comments

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#Disney Is Donating $5 To #Charity For Every #Mickey Mouse Ears #Photo Shared

If you’re a Disney fan, you’re probably already well aware that Mickey Mouse turned 90 years old this year. Not only was there a TV special dedicated to Mickey’s special day, but you can even buy new shoes, apparel and Oreo cookies in honor of the occasion. Now, there’s one more way to celebrate the milestone birthday and this one is not only fun, but also gives back to other Disney fans. For the third year in a row, from Nov. 4-17, Disney will donate $5 to Make-A-Wish (up to $2 million) for each photo shared to social media that shows off Mickey Mouse ears. Disney You do not need to buy Mickey Mouse ears to participate — simply head to your local Disney store to decorate a pair of paper ears or make a pair yourself using things around the house, like apples, vinyl records...

Homeless Man Gets More Than He Ever Dreamed Of, Only To Lose It All

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Homeless Man Gets More Than He Ever Dreamed Of, Only To Lose It All

Homelessness is a common issue amongst veterans in the U.S. They often suffer from PTSD, have trouble adjusting back to civilian life, and must find work in an already competitive job market with no recent relevant experience. Though many organizations to help vets do exist, many fly under the radar and end up on the streets. When one woman found herself in such times of trouble, a homeless veteran came to her rescue, and she and her boyfriend seemed eternally grateful. However, the couple who started off with a helping hand soon became the veteran’s worst enemies… Family pictures always look joyful, but not every holiday picture is what it seems. The couple on the right showed a big act of kindness to the man on the left, but this story doesn’t have such a happy ending. It all ...

Chip And Joanna Gaines’ Magnolia Market Will Host Church Gatherings

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Chip And Joanna Gaines’ Magnolia Market Will Host Church Gatherings

The couple graciously offered a space for a church in need. Come one, come all to the Magnolia Market Silos! Chip and Joanna Gaines have graciously extended an invitation to the Church Under The Bridge to host its Sunday service on the lawn of the Magnolia Market at the Silos. The church typically hosts its service under an overpass of Interstate 35 and sees 200 to 300 attendees on Sundays. But I-35 will undergo an expansion beginning in March, temporarily displacing the church, where so many have become accustomed to sitting in a folding chair and listening to a sermon. Chip and Joanna Gaines weren’t about to let this congregation have nowhere to worship, though. They’ve offered to have pastor Jimmy Dorrell and his congregation gather on one of their properties. The arrangement wil...

Ina Garten, Scarlett Johansson, And Other Celebrities Design Spatulas For A Good Cause

19Aug By viralzergnet.comNo Comments

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Ina Garten, Scarlett Johansson, And Other Celebrities Design Spatulas For A Good Cause

If you’ve ever wanted to own something personally created by a celebrity — now is your chance. Some pretty well-known names are teaming up with Williams-Sonoma to design spatulas, all to help fight childhood hunger. This year, Williams-Sonoma’s seventh annual fundraising program to benefit No Kid Hungry is aiming to raise $2.5 million, or 25 million meals. To help achieve the goal and raise awareness, they’re partnering up with celebrities, chefs, athletes, musicians and social influencers to take part in the fifth annual Tools for Change program. Each partner has designed a limited-edition spatula for sale at Williams-Sonoma stores and online. Take a look: Williams SonomaThis year’s collection of spatulas costs $13.95 each, with 30 percent of the price benefiting No Kid Hungry. Fi...