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In the midst of virus-induced major disruptions, here are some questions* to keep in mind each day: Who do we appreciate? What are we grateful for? Who are we connecting with? What part of my "normal life" am I able to give up. How am I getting outside and moving my body? What beauty am I creating or embracing? This is a place to share the good stuff that happened today. Please share your inspiring thoughts and stories. TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD TODAY. * Adapted from Six Daily Questions to Ask Yourself During Quarantine by Brooke Anderson (used with permission) |
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On 2019-11-12 22:53:36.574455 by Anonymous
How nice to play with my affectionate dog today!
On 2019-11-11 07:47:57.618938 by Anonymous
I enjoyed visiting the bright, playful grandkids this weekend.
On 2019-11-07 23:35:26.675454 by Anonymous
I appreciate the respectful, collaborative discussion with my teammates today about a very challenging problem.
On 2019-10-30 20:06:37.413904 by reflecting (mod)
journey of discovery and growth
On 2019-09-23 18:06:54.775220 by Goodwill and random acts of kindness
Carson King , a die-hard Iowa State fan, hoped his homemade sign would be broadcast on national television during ESPN's College GameDay. He and his friends showed up at 5:30 a.m. Saturday, hoping to get a spot close to the stage. His sign read, "Busch Light supply needs replenished ~ Venmo ~ Carson-King-25".
$67,000 was sent to his personal Venmo account as of Thursday night. By Friday, that number -- including donations and matching funds -- had passed the $600,000 mark, and King's face was set to appear on his own set of Busch Light cans. As of 8:27 a.m. Monday, King’s Facebook page says the viral fundraiser has netted $1,065,000.00 to benefit the children’s hospital.King agreed to keep the donation option open through the last day in September.
King never thought his request for a case of beer would turn into so much kindness from others and an opportunity to help sick children in his home state.
When asked why he thought he should donate the money rather than keep it for himself, King said it was just the right thing to do.
His tweet said his intention was to donate the money to the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital and it went viral.
It caught the attention of Anheuser-Busch and Venmo, who both pledged to match King's donation.
It is tradition at Iowa Hawkeyes football games for fans in the stadium to wave toward the hospital's windows at the end of the first quarter. "It's just a huge part of Iowa," King said. "They help out kids from all over the country.
"As Venmo's platform has continued to grow and evolve, we've seen our community use Venmo to send small payments of goodwill and random acts of kindness," a company spokesperson said.
"Those kids are incredible. They're going through such a hard time," King said. "I think it's important [that] any help we can get them, we should get it to them. Give them something to smile about at the end of the day."
https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/27645130/beer-money-sign-chugging-charity
On 2019-09-09 23:24:59.402855 by Live Strong
Stay true to who you really are, even if others around you do not understand or support you. You are wonderful EXACTLY the way you are!
On 2019-09-09 23:22:59.404405 by Carol Kindness
Nice to see the older generation included in this society.
On 2019-09-09 23:21:20.879406 by A True Friend
Love is time, attention and support of whatever it is one is passionate about!
On 2019-09-09 16:09:28.759941 by Happy Pharrell
Keep on singing! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZbZSe6N_BXs
On 2019-09-09 05:01:21.611450 by Abigail Maisel
And God is not a woman? Be healthy, happy and have some chicken soup!
On 2019-09-09 04:33:30.225441 by Aleeza J.
Great site! Do you offer any products with your quotes on them to remind me to be happy every day?
On 2019-09-09 04:28:36.041778 by Smiley Face
On 2019-09-09 04:27:56.289016 by A Real Friend
On 2019-09-08 20:08:29.480168
Thanks to Vicki for submitting these quotes:
"Have a heart that never hardens, and a temper that never tires, and a touch that never hurts."
Charles Dickens
" I will not let anyone walk through my mind with their dirty feet."
Mahatma Ghanaian
On 2019-09-08 18:15:29.704992 by (mod)
@Vicki, i’m glad you like the site. Thanks for telling me Something Good!
On 2019-09-08 16:29:58.605749 by Vicki
This site is a refreshing change. Am sharing with family and friends.
On 2019-09-07 15:32:15.749063 by Anonymous
@DG, I appreciate a healthy functioning operating system!
On 2019-09-06 23:36:42.041571 by DG
The computer can give you everything...when it working!
On 2019-09-06 23:35:42.434402 by deb
Isn't the computer wonderful!
On 2019-09-06 05:15:31.987584 by Debbie Sedmak
Life is good...my husband started off football season with our daughter by his side and all of us shared a great meal together talking about what the future has in store! Thank you for helping us all focus on the good in this world. This is a great website to help us all share in the positive!
On 2019-09-06 03:05:58.892185 by Lisa Ruderman
@Dan,
I love this venue for expression of all things wonderful and life giving! Such an iuplifting experience! Thank you for providing us all with this beautiful forum for connecti g to others!
On 2019-09-06 02:59:22.016767 by Steve Ruderman
I appreciate the thoughtful support of dear friends. Life's load is easier to lift "with a little help from my friends."
On 2019-09-06 01:57:55.531842 by David
I appreciate you for bringing light, love and cheerfulness into everyone’s lives.
On 2019-09-06 01:06:51.716228 by (mod)
Nice time playing with my pal Bernie today
On 2019-09-06 00:54:19.364642 by Dan
I appreciate being in tune with the people I interacted with today.