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Once the choice is made, do not look back, do not second-guess your decisions. Muhammad Ali
Perseverance is failing 19 times and succeeding the 20th. Julie Andrews
Believe you can and you're halfway there. Theodore Roosevelt
One ought, every day at least, to hear a little song, read a good poem, see a fine picture, and, if it were possible, to speak a few reasonable words. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
You'll find that implementing small changes can have a significant impact on your life. Remember - little hinges swing on big doors. S. J. Scott, Habit Stacking
Life is too short to wake up in the morning with regrets. So love the people who treat you right, forget about the ones who don't and believe that everything happens for a reason. Author Unknown
The benefits of humor are extraordinary. When there is a fusion of enthusiasm, energy, joy, and hope, a peak experience emerges that most of us identify as a sense of humor. Mary Kay Morrison
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Remembering Connie Francis: A Voice of Enduring Strength
Connie Francis passed away at 87, closing the chapter on a life lived fully, loudly, and often, defiantly. Her voice, instantly recognizable on hits like "Stupid Cupid" and "Where the Boys Are," was j...
Monday Moods: Think About Beginner-Friendly Hike with Big Rewards!
Hey friends! Happy Monday from right here in beautiful Western North Carolina! Mondays can sometimes feel like trying to push a boulder uphill, especially when you're still dreaming of the weekend's m...
Fireflies: Tips to Help Them Thrive
There's a certain magic to a Southern summer night. You know the one: where the air hangs heavy and warm, cicadas hum their twilight song, and then, slowly, one by one, tiny lights begin to wink on. F...
Catch the Cosmic Show: The Thunder Moon (Buck Moon)
Get ready for a celestial spectacle! This Thursday, July 10, 2025, marks the arrival of the first full moon of the astronomical summer, often known as the Thunder Moon or Buck Moon. If you're in Weste...
Beyond the Boom: How Fourth of July Fireworks Terrify Our Pets and Impact Our Community
The Fourth of July. For many of us, it's a weekend of barbecues, sunshine, and dazzling fireworks lighting up the night sky. But for our beloved pets and the unseen wildlife around us, it's often a we...