"The Story of Rudolph" Posted by Mot at TNT
Mot: Story of Rudolph
A man named Bob May, depressed and brokenhearted, stared out his drafty apartment window into the chilling December night.
His 4-year-old daughter Barbara sat on his lap quietly sobbing. Bobs wife, Evelyn, was dying of cancer.
Little Barbara couldn't understand why her mommy could never come home. Barbara looked up into her dad's eyes and asked, "Why isn't Mommy just like everybody else's Mommy?" Bob's jaw tightened and his eyes welled with tears.
Her question brought waves of grief, but also of anger. It had been the story of Bob's life. Life always had to be different for Bob. Small when he was a kid, Bob was often bullied by other boys. He was too little at the time to compete in sports. He was often called names he'd rather not remember.
"Letter in a Wallet" Posted by Mot at TNT
Mot: ~~~~~~~ “Letter in the Wallet,” .............
As I walked home one freezing day, I stumbled on a wallet someone had lost in the street. I picked it up and looked inside to find some identification so I could call the owner. But the wallet contained only three dollars and a crumpled letter that looked as if it had been in there for years.
The envelope was worn and the only thing that was legible on it was the return address. I started to open the letter, hoping to find some clue. Then I saw the dateline--1924. The letter had been written almost sixty years ago.
It was written in a beautiful feminine handwriting on powder blue stationery with a little flower in the left-hand corner. It was a "Dear John" letter that told the recipient, whose name appeared to be Michael, that the writer could not see him any more because her mother forbade it. Even so, she wrote that she would always love him. It was signed, Hannah.
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4 Common Thanksgiving Myths And The Real Facts Behind Them
VERIFY: 4 Common Thanksgiving Myths And The Real Facts Behind Them
Author: VERIFY, Terry Spry Jr.
The VERIFY team separated fact from fiction on 4 popular Thanksgiving myths including who started the turkey pardoning tradition and how Black Friday got its name.
Thanksgiving is almost here and with the annual festivities also comes years upon years of myths that have developed around one of the biggest holidays of the year for Americans. The myths, misconceptions and legends around Thanksgiving predate the internet, yet have persisted in the digital world all the same. Here are four common Thanksgiving myths, all of which are false, and the truth behind the holiday weekend’s various stories.
35 Thanksgiving Quotes That Capture the True Meaning of the Day
35 Thanksgiving Quotes That Capture the True Meaning of the Day
By Annie O’sullivan And Kelsey Hurwitz Nov 19, 2020
When it comes to Thanksgiving, a lot of emphasis gets put on the food; and, rightfully so. Between the juicy turkey, savory sides, and sweet desserts, there are a lot of edible elements to focus on come Thanksgiving Day. But as you make your way through the day, it’s important to practice gratitude and give thanks for the good that’s come your way. (Yes, even in a year filled with a lot of bad.) One way to do that is to read a Thanksgiving quote — aloud or to yourself — that captures the true meaning of the holiday.
Now, to be clear, the origins of the holiday have dark historical roots that have more to do with colonization than appreciation. But over the years, Thanksgiving has become synonymous with thanks (I mean, it’s right in the name.) So make sure to take a moment from your busy day to give thanks.
These Thanksgiving quotes emphasize the role gratitude can play in your life — and not just one day a year. Even in the darkest of times, there is so much to be thankful for, and in a year that has included global pandemic and continued racial injustices, Thanksgiving can be a day to remember all of the good things, big and small. And make sure those in your life are doing the same.
How Our Perceptions of Time and Money Change as We Age
How Our Perceptions of Time and Money Change as We Age
BY RETIRE BEFORE DAD
Our perceptions of the value of time and money shift as we age. In early adulthood, time is abundant, while money is scarcer. We want more money and are willing to sacrifice our time to get it.
By middle age, a thriving career helps us earn more, but job and family obligations consume our time. Life is expensive, and working middle-aged people never seem to have enough time or money.
Approaching retirement, we’re more willing to spend money to save time. Why mow the lawn when you could be playing golf or Bridge? And what good is all that wealth if we have no time to enjoy it?
40 Interesting Facts About Halloween
.40 Interesting Facts About Halloween
By Editorial Staff
Halloween is now considered as a global holiday that is celebrated by millions around the world. Given this level of popularity, you might be wondering how it came about and what led to its development. In this article, we delve deeper into the origins and other interesting facts.
1. Halloween happens every evening of the 31st of October. It marks the start of Allhallowtide, a series of Christian holidays meant to remember the dead such as loved ones, saints, and martyrs.
2. Current Halloween customs can be traced to the pagan traditions of ancient Celtics, particularly the festival called “Samhain” which means summer’s end. It is part of their preparation for the gloomy winter.
32 Fun Halloween Facts That Are Sure to Surprise and Delight
.32 Fun Halloween Facts That Are Sure to Surprise and Delight
From scary movie trivia to interesting tidbits about the holiday's history
By Sarah Lemire and Amanda Garrity | TODAY • Published October 27, 2022
How Much Do You Really Know About Halloween?
Even after all these years, the haunted holiday remains a bit of a mystery — which is why we've rounded up some fun Halloween facts to teach you (and everyone else) a thing or two.
We've covered all the bases here. Below, learn the history of beloved Halloween traditions like trick-or-treating, homemade costumes and carved (and no-carve) pumpkins came to be. But that's not all: Get a taste of everyone's candy-eating habits, along with a look behind your favorite Halloween movies and songs.
59 Spooky Halloween Facts
.59 Spooky Halloween Facts
By Karin Lehnardt, Senior Writer Published August 20, 2016 Updated October 26, 2022
Because the movie Halloween (1978) was on such a tight budget, they had to use the cheapest mask they could find for the character Michael Meyers, which turned out to be a William Shatner Star Trek mask. Shatner initially didn’t know the mask was in his likeness, but when he found out years later, he said he was honored.[19]
The first Jack O’Lanterns were actually made from turnips.[16]
Halloween is the second highest grossing commercial holiday after Christmas.[17]
"A Story Book Ending and an Idiot Dad" Posted by Mot at TNT
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Mot: ~~~~ A Story-Book Ending and an Idiot Dad ~~~~~
A Story-Book Ending and an Idiot Dad
He learned something very important from his/my youngest daughter yesterday. Probably a lot more than she would think.
She is 18 and moved away to college last week. Her passion in life has always been riding horses and showing them. She began showing horses when she was 7 years old. Every year, she has competed in numerous horse shows. Each year, the World’s Championship Horse Show is held in Louisville, Kentucky, near our home. She has entered every year and to her great disappointment, never won first place.
Long ago, she made it her life’s dream to win a World Championship. Over the years, it became more and more apparent to me that her chances were low that she would. In this business, the horses that win are usually very, very expensive. More expensive than we could afford.
Several years ago, when she told me about her lifetime dream of winning a World Championship, I told her she would probably never win. She was crushed and ran off crying.
King Charles III Coronation Date Revealed
.King Charles III Coronation Date Revealed: What Happens And Will It Be A Bank Holiday?
Amira Arasteh Fri, October 14, 2022
King Charles III ascended the throne upon the death of Queen Elizabeth II in September, becoming the oldest new monarch in British history. While Britain came to the end of its national mourning period for the late Queen on Tuesday September 20 following her state funeral, the coronation of the new King will not take place until summer next year.
But when exactly is the coronation and what will it mean for both the monarchy and the rest of the country?
When did Charles become King?