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Pro dad (or mom) tip: Instead of scrolling mindlessly or zoning out to TV tonight...... Take FIVE MINUTES & write your child a letter about how much you love them & are proud of them. Much higher ROI than anything you'll consume or watch I promise! Highly recommend all parents do this! ❤️

the best beauty tip is to make your inner conversations softer and sweeter. our cells listen to everything we think and absorb their specific vibrations. so, become devoted to creating inner harmony. only think beautiful, uplifting, and loving thoughts, and watch how you glow

@forestmanjohn I missed signing up ahead of time, do you know when it might be open again so I can buy one? Thanks!

Puresteel Update: I’ve now closed early reservations. Thank you to everyone who reserved! If you did not reserve you can still sign up for email updates via the website. Have a nice weekend ☕️ puresteelco.com

@ScottAdamsSays 25% rule proven right yet again.

My house was a mess for months.. and I had no idea what..! I photographed every room and sent the pictures to Grok. After 24 hours - the place is tidy, and my mind is calm. No new furniture, no designer. But 7 commands (prompts) changed everything in the house..

The Battle Cry Of St Patrick | History's Greatest Prayer This 1500 year old prayer is arguably the greatest in all church history outside of the Bible itself. As it is St Patrick's weekend and he was the one who wrote it, why not exalt the glory of God and trample on all manner of wickedness with this daily confession?

Sometimes I catch myself watching my children like I’m already missing them. Then I get this overwhelming urge to cry because time is moving through them faster than I can catch it. Like trying to memorize a dream while you’re still inside it & already waking up. And one day you’ll pick them up with mysteriously sticky fingers & cheeks & it’ll be the last time…but neither of you will know it’s the last time. That’s how most endings in life happen too. Always disguised as ordinary days. So answer the endless questions, tie the shoes twice, build the fort, read the bedtime story & give them your attention like it’s the only thing in the world that matters, because to them, it is. These are the moments & sounds you’ll one day search for in a house that no longer makes them. And you’ll realize you were holding forever in your arms all along, even while you thought it was just today.

Incident Report: Employee: Robot. Infraction: Unauthorized dancing and smashed dishes. Staff required to contain: Several. Reason given: He just wants to dance. The robot has no regrets.

@HormoneHangover It’s adorable!

it was only available on Poshmark with this matching silk scarf, which I didn’t really want, but now I love it too. it’s so ridiculous but whatever, I love the tiny veggies and fruits

I worked 20 years for a child sex trafficking rescue group. I want you to know this: 90% of Lost Children Are Found Within 30 Minutes. That statistic should both comfort you and wake you up. Most lost children are found quickly. But the ones who aren’t? They usually made one mistake. And here’s the uncomfortable truth: It’s often the exact thing most parents teach them. We tell our kids: “If you get lost, come find me.” It sounds logical. It sounds empowering. It’s WRONG! The Mistake Most Lost Children Make: When children realize they’re separated, they do three things almost automatically: They panic. They wander. They try to find you. Every step makes them harder to locate. From a search standpoint, movement creates chaos. Parents retrace their steps. Security scans zones. Staff lock down areas. Search works best when movement stops. When a child keeps walking, they move outside the original search radius. Helpers are looking where they were last seen — not where they’ve wandered. Stillness increases probability. Movement expands the problem. The first lesson is not “go find me.” It’s this: Stop. Stay. Yell. Why Stillness Wins: Think like a search team. If a child stays put: Parents can retrace steps. Security can scan systematically. Helpers converge to one fixed location. The search radius remains small. If a child keeps moving: The search area expands. Adults pass each other. Missed connections multiply. Minutes stretch into hours. Stillness keeps the math on your side. Teach Them Who to Approach: The second mistake we make as parents? We say, “Find an adult.” Not any adult. Not the nearest stranger. Children need a filter. Teach them to look for, if at all possible: A mother with children. Caregivers who already have kids with them are statistically among the safest people to approach in public settings. They are visible, stationary, and more likely to engage quickly. It’s a clear, concrete instruction. Children don’t process vague categories like “safe adult.” They process visuals. “Find a mom with kids” is visual. A Phone Only Helps If the Number Is Known: We often assume phones solve everything. They don’t — unless your child can use one. Even young children can memorize a 10-digit phone number with repetition. But you must train it. Practice it like a song. Sing it in the car. Chant it at bedtime. Turn it into rhythm. Repetition becomes recall. In an emergency, recall matters more than theory. The Code Word Rule: One more layer of protection. Choose a private family code word. Something only your household knows. If someone approaches and says: “Your mom sent me.” Your child asks: “What’s the code word?” No word. No go. This simple rule eliminates manipulation attempts instantly. It gives your child agency without requiring them to evaluate character. Real Safety Is Training — Not Luck! We don’t get safer by hoping. We get safer by practicing. Teach: • Phone number • Code word • Stop, stay, yell • Find a mom with kids Multiple skills. Simple instructions. Clear visuals. Five minutes of training can replace hours of panic. This isn’t about fear. It’s about preparation. Because when a child gets separated, the clock starts. And what they do in the first minute determines what the next thirty look like. That’s real protection.

Homemade ranch is easy, and the trick for a thinner dipping ranch is just adjusting the dairy ratio. Here’s the version I use: -1/2 cup sour cream -1/2 cup buttermilk (this keeps it pourable) -1/4 cup avocado oil mayo -1 tbsp fresh chopped dill (or 1 tsp dried) -1 tbsp chopped parsley -1 tsp garlic powder -1 tsp onion powder -1 tsp lemon juice or champagne vinegar 1/2 tsp salt Black pepper to taste (I do a lot) Whisk everything together and let it sit in the fridge 30–60 minutes so the flavors bloom. If it’s still thicker than your kids like, whisk in another splash of buttermilk until it reaches the consistency you want. One of my tricks: add a tiny splash of pickle brine. It gives that classic ranch tang that kids usually love. ALSO, 2 tbsp of freshly grated parmesan is also over-the-top

🚨: There have been thousands of generations of humans, and you are alive to witness the first photo of a Sunset on another World.😮 This is a real photo of the sunset on Mars.

This ginkgo tree, in the village of Bangye-ri in South Korea is thought to be at least 800 years old.

Your Brain Has Reset Buttons Most People Never Use Them: 1. Overthinking? - Touch something cold & name 5 things you see. Your mind resets. 2. Sudden Sadness? - Sit up straight, look up, and smile for 20 seconds. Your brain follows your face. 3. Panic Feeling? - Count backwards from 100 in 7's. Forces your brain to switch mode. 4. No Motivation? - Tell yourself: "Just 2 minutes." Your brain will continue once you start. 5. Angry? - Hold your breath for 4 seconds, exhale for 8. Anger drops instantly. 6. Feeling Lost? - Write 3 things you can control today. Focus returns. 7. Can't Focus? - Chew gum. Proven to increase attention. 8. Feeling Alone? - Put your hand on your chest. Your heartbeat reminds you - you're still fighting.

Roasted Veggies at 425°F(220°) with garlic and olive oil takes 35 minutes and taste better than most dishes you'd order at a restaurant.

I just took a thirty minute walk with my daughter. I was around eight when I started walking with my mom. I know she knew me so well because of it—walks are a perfect way to give your kid undivided attention & hear whatever they have to say. we’re going to try to do it everyday.

Ashikaga Flower Park, Japan.

How to lose weight WITHOUT a single diet — Japanese Edition. Do this exactly:

The Easiest Storytelling Framework + 2 BONUS Persuasive Homeschooling Lessons

Have you ever seen a tailorbird before