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Embracing Magic in the Mundane: 10 Ways to Romanticize Your Life

You often find yourself desiring special moments amid your busy daily life. But what if I told you that those special moments don’t have to be limited to extravagant trips or candlelit dinners? They can be found in your everyday activities. With a little focus and the ability to see the ordinary as unique, even ...

Haidene Go

Happy African American millennial man and woman sit on a sofa talking together.

The Recipe for Love: How Cooking Together Strengthens Your Relationship

Amid the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s too easy to get lost in the digital world and neglect the importance of spending quality time with loved ones. However, cooking together in the kitchen can provide a sanctuary from the constant hum of technology, encouraging you to disconnect and focus on each other.  Cooking ...

Haidene Go

A couple cooking together.

7 Priceless Ways to Love Your Grandparents and Make Them Feel Special

“If nothing is going well, call your grandparents,” an Italian proverb goes. Your grandparents play an invaluable role in your life. Whether for advice, wise words, or a warm hug, they always have a special place in your heart.  You should take the time to value your grandparents and express how much they mean to ...

Haidene Go

Grandparents with their grandson.

Song Dynasty Love Story: The Tale of Liu Tingyi

In the annals of Chinese history, some names shine brighter than others. Su Dongpo, also known as Su Shi, is one such luminary — a renowned poet, essayist, painter, and statesman of the Song Dynasty. His influence was vast, comparable to the likes of Shakespeare in the West. Su’s writings give us a profound window ...

Mikel Davis

Artwork titled 'Lone Scholar in the Autumn Woods' by Zhang Daqian, using ink and color on paper.

Celebrating Love and Loyalty: Russia’s Family Day

Every year on July 8, Russia celebrates its traditional “Family Day.” This day is dedicated to celebrating family, love, and loyalty across the nation — a nationwide occasion known as the Day of Family, Love, and Fidelity. Establishment of Family Day In 2008, a proposition from the Russian State Duma initiated the celebration of “Family ...

Max Lu

Hands holding some daisies.

The Story of Miss Patty: The Bus Driver Who Knits Hats with Love

In Clarence, New York, just outside of Buffalo, lives a remarkable loving woman named Miss Patty. While most people know her as their cheerful school bus driver, she possesses a beautiful personality that melts the hearts of everyone she meets.  Miss Patty, or Patty Reitz, is not only a bus driver for the Clarence Central ...

Viena Abdon

Miss Patty and her students wearing their hats.

How Belief Transformed an Unattractive Girl Into a Beauty

Belief is the most powerful mind-molding emotion there is. It is so powerful that it can transform lives. The following story illustrates the transformational power of belief and how it turned one unique girl’s life upside down.  Once upon a time, two brothers, Ah-Mian and Ah-Quan, had reached marriageable age. However, they found no girl ...

Hermann Rohr

Closeup shot of a cherry blossom in bloom.

How a Hug Can Make Miracles Happen

Do miracles exist? Our world is governed by logic and science; extraordinary events often spark awe and amazement. However, the idea that miracles can occur defies the law of nature and transcends our human understanding. While gifts do not happen daily, they have long been a source of wonder and inspiration.  One such extraordinary story ...

Haidene Go

Colored clouds in the sky.