Fact~

The entire world’s population could fit inside Los Angeles.

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The world’s total population is more than 7.5 billion. And obviously, that number sounds huge. However, it might feel a little more manageable once you learn that if every single one of those people stood shoulder-to-shoulder, they could all fit within the 500 square miles of Los Angeles, according to National Geographic.

The 60 Most Interesting World Facts You’ll Ever Hear (bestlifeonline.com)

Good News Share

In spending his twenties dealing drugs in southeast Washington D.C. during the crack epidemic, Rodney Stotts would be the last person one would imagine as being interested in falconry.

Falconry Saves Man from Life of Crime, Now he Helps Birds and At-Risk Youth Take flight (goodnewsnetwork.org)
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Hidden Dangers

…in some foods we eat.

Slide 1 of 37: Food is an essential part of our lives, but navigating what is – and what isn’t – safe to consume can be tricky. One in 10 people fall ill each year due to eating contaminated food, according to the World Health Organization. Certain foods are more susceptible to contamination and require careful preparation, while others should be avoided altogether. Here are some foods with surprising hidden dangers.
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“My brother cleared his throat. “I wish she knew that I think she is the most hilarious person on Earth. And that whenever she’s not home, I feel like I’m missing my partner in crime.”
My throat tightened. Do not cry. Do not cry.
“I wish she knew that she’s really Mom’s favorite–“
I shook my head here.
“–the princess she always wanted. That Mom used to dress her up like a little doll and parade her around like Mara was her greatest achievement. I wish Mara knew that I never minded because she’s my favorite too.”
― Michelle Hodkin, The Evolution of Mara Dyer tagsbrother-and-sisterbrotherly-lovedaniel-dyermara-dyer648

Mental Health~ Pottering

People who garden every day have wellbeing scores 6.6 per cent higher and stress levels 4.2 per cent lower than those who do not garden at all, the research from the Royal Horticultural Society found.

Pottering in the garden can improve wellbeing as much as exercise (msn.com)

Build A Bench, Outdoors

Create a place to sit and enjoy the outdoors with this easy-to-build wooden bench. Then use the same technique to make a matching planter surround.

Box Crib-Style Outdoor Bench and Planter (lowes.com)
Garden bench and matching planter
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