Sunday, April 12, 2020

Pandemic upside: Taking care

While the news surrounding the coronavirus pandemic appears to be doom and gloom, there's been a number of upsides. People are stepping up to take care of one another, whether it’s helping a neighbor or trying to cheer up a first responders. If you're looking to brighten your day, read on to discover a few feel-good stories. * Barbara Benoit discovered a stranger's free motivational gifts while on a walk. The best things in life are often free. During the walk, she discovered a dish on the ground full of painted stones with motivational phrases, like "let it be" and "you're braver than you think." Next to the dish was a note recommending passersby take one for themselves or a friend who might need encouragement. * Then there was very young boy who delivered Easter treats to his entire block. Jamie Thom's son wanted to make sure the holiday was a happy one. To ensure that his neighbors could enjoy it, they brought treats and cards decorated by the toddler to 61 homes on their block. * Shop donates microwave to a stroke patients to help them stay nourished while house-bound. * 16-year-old has been flying medical supplies to hospitals around Virginia in need.  * Shopkeeper brought a box of groceries to a quarantined family. * Young boy creates a whole tutorial to teach others how to grow their own food under quarantine. (Source: Best Life 04/09/20) https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/wellness/13-uplifting-stories-that-will-warm-your-heart-right-now/ar-BB12oxdN?ocid=spartandhp

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