How we treat the Earth also involves trillions of small decisions made by billions of people. Protecting our planet begins with us. Here are just a few examples of what you can do: Reducing, reusing, and recycling Reduce the amount of waste you generate. Conserve natural resources and landfill space by following the three "R's." Volunteer. Participate in community … [Read more...] about Simple Steps You Can Take to Protect the Environment
A Photograph Of A Bird Flying Majestically Doesn’t Go Quite As Expected
"Wouldn't it have been lovely to find one with wings?" Terry McKenna was photographing in a natural reserve near his house when he came across a chiffchaff, a bird he'd been trying to photograph. He prepared his camera and took a picture, excited. However, the small bird decided to take flight as he geared up for a second shot and squeezed the shutter button. McKenna … [Read more...] about A Photograph Of A Bird Flying Majestically Doesn’t Go Quite As Expected
A Man Spends Five Hours Camping Outside an Animal Shelter in Order to Adopt His Favorite Pet
Many of us have gotten in line early for something we really want, hoping to beat the crowds and be one of the first: nabbing concert tickets or a newly-released phone, for instance. But wouldn’t it be nice if people were that eager to adopt pets? Imagine a world where people line up outside before shelters even open just for a chance to adopt the dog of their … [Read more...] about A Man Spends Five Hours Camping Outside an Animal Shelter in Order to Adopt His Favorite Pet
After Her Mother and two Siblings were Murdered in a Car Accident, an Orphaned Bear cub was Rescued
Upon arriving at the scene of the accident, officers found the scared bear hiding inside a tree. She was immediately rescued. After sadly losing her entire family in an accident, baby bear Alma is being nursed back to health. On Friday last week, officers from the Greenfield Police Department in Massachusetts were able to locate the cub, who was hiding inside a tree, and … [Read more...] about After Her Mother and two Siblings were Murdered in a Car Accident, an Orphaned Bear cub was Rescued
Rescued Elephant Finds Comfort and Security in the Loving Embrace of Dedicated Caretaker
In the vast expanse of the sanctuary, a special bond blossomed between a caring caretaker and a rescued elephant. This incredible story of compassion and empathy highlights the loving nature of these majestic animals who have endured so much hardship. Lek, the woman who has been working at the sanctuary for years, shares an extraordinary rapport with an elephant named … [Read more...] about Rescued Elephant Finds Comfort and Security in the Loving Embrace of Dedicated Caretaker