Shared By Carla ********************************** by: John Kanary Charlie Boswell has always been one of my heroes. He has inspired me and thousands of others to rise above circumstances and live our true passion. Charlie was blinded during World War II while rescuing his friend from a tank that was under fire. He was a great …
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Beauty Remains, Pain Passes
Shared by Carla ********************************* Author Unknown, The Best of Bits & Pieces Although Henri Matisse was nearly 28 years younger than Auguste Renoir, the two great artists were dear friends and frequent companions. When Renoir was confined to his home during the last decade of his life, Matisse visited him daily. Renoir, almost paralyzed by …
Conquering the Stairs
Shared By Carla **************************** Have you ever let fear conquer you? Well today, you’re going to read about an amazing dog who helped me overcome mine. Caspian was a new addition to my household. He had shown up in the front yard of my 100 year old Virginia farmhouse one early morning. He was skin …
The Woodsman and the Leprechaun
Long ago, a woodsman saved the life of a leprechaun and was given one wish. The woodsman thought for a long time and finally wished that each of his three daughters find a good husband. But the leprechaun was full of games. “How am I to know what’s good in your mind? I’ll give them …
Is Happiness Around The Corner?
Shared By Carla ****************************************** For lots of people, happiness is just around the corner. They just need to get their degree, a particular job, a promotion, or a raise. Maybe they’re waiting to get married or have a child. Perhaps they will be happy when they retire. Alfred D’ Souza said, “For a long time …