America’s oldest indoor shopping mall has been completely re-imagined since it was first built in 1828. Its three storeys were once a haven for retail therapy, but its doors were shut to the public when it went out of business in 2008. Of course, as you might have guessed, that wasn’t the end of the...
At one time in history, hunting and trapping were a significant part of the fabric of North American culture. Over the last century, however, individuals and groups have become increasingly opposed to the activities, and farming and conventionally-raised animals have replaced wild game as a food source. One Alaska teacher hunted a moose in order to...
From using carton paper to make cute slippers to turning 20ft containers into one of the most comfortable and beautiful homes in the world. Imagination is our only limitation. A sweet young couple who live in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia has managed to transform three shipping containers into an amazing and attractive little home. They’ve put...
The Piraha people are a tribe that lives along the Madeira in the Brazilian Amazon. They do not think about the past or the future, and they don’t understand the concept of stress. They have been called the happiest people in the world. (1) The Piraha People: The Happiest People In The World The Piraha...
Long ago, our ancestors slept beneath the stars and that desire to remain in nature still lives within us. We feed that need by doing things like camping, fishing, hiking, or skiing. During that time, we find an opportunity to breathe fresh air and to unplug from work and social media. Unfortunately, life can get...
In 2017, Ben Beale was a healthy 47-year-old father of four when he went out for a jog in preparation for a charity boxing match. The Perth resident had been given a clean bill of health the week before, and his wife, Sarah Beale, explained that the medical tests showed he had a low chance...
Teachers and mentors are essentially at the base of every other career. They help build a foundational understanding of the concepts that other professions use daily. Moreover, it takes a really special, passionate, and patient person to reach the hearts of their students. However, even the best teachers are susceptible to teacher burnout. Maggie Perkins...
Some families treat dinner time as a special occasion every night. They wash their hands and faces, maybe put on a fresh pair of clothes, and eat off fancy plates. Then, there are others who are happy to sit in front of the TV and eat on their laps. One mother has taken things to...