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Stranger Notices Something Isn’t Quite Right. When Mom Looks Away He Hands Son A Note

Everyone has a bad day but few have a really bad day as Melissa Simms who realized she was broke and need to find cash.

Additionally, she was also looking for her son, knowing that this terrible news is going to be hard for him.

Melissa was having a really bad day that everybody hopes to never have when she went to the doctor with her son.

Melissa, who is from Pell City, Alabama, took her son to the doctor’s office with her to continue with a series of surgeries she had taken but she was facing a tremendous issue at the front desk.

While she was searching in her purse, she realized she didn’t have any money to pay this but this was not the typical case of just forgetting the money. She was completely in bankruptcy.

“When my husband and I woke up, we split the last $10 for gas for him to go to work and for me to go to the doctor’s appointment,” Melissa said. “So I was stressed during all day about how I’m supposed to make supper for the kids.”

While she was desperately searching around to find any trace of money, a stranger approached Trey, her son.

On that day, Trey was home from seventh-grade, so Melissa had to bring him with her. So he took the note from the stranger who left the doctor’s office after that.

Trey said, “If I would have known what it was about, I would have shown her my deepest gratitude.”

When he opened the note, he was shocked and gave it to his mother who was stunned by its content. They never suspected that the note would change their lives forever.

When Melissa finally got the courage to look the note and its content, she saw that it contained $100 and a handwritten message with a Bible Verse.

The note reads, “I’ve had days like you are having today. Hang in there. Joshua 1:9.” It’s a verse that many could read once in a Bible class, but due to the high stress of everyday life, people tend to forget its message that other people can also face similar struggles themselves.

The mentioned verse in the note (Joshua 1:9) reads as follows: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, God will be with you wherever you go.”

Before using the money to pay the doctor’s appointment, Melissa took a picture of the note and posted on her Facebook.

She wrote, “I was just having one of those days where it seemed everything was turning to worse and then an unknown woman handed this to my son while we were at the doctor’s office. This made my whole day. Thank you! I will pay it forward. I have read about random acts of kindness, but this is the first time I have ever experienced one. I decided to share it because I thought maybe this could cheer up someone having a bad day as me.”

“It’s the bigger act of kindness that I’ve ever seen,” Melissa told reporters. “I just want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart to this woman. I would like to repay it and pay it forward one day just like this person did with us.”

What do you think? Would you have been generous in such complex situation and would you have done if a total stranger had given you a hand in such difficult moment?

Please share your thoughts about this stranger’s act of kindness.

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Quick-Acting Barbers Save Toddler from Busy Street

Kevin Wells

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Two barbers from East Hartford are being hailed as heroes after they sprinted into action to prevent a little girl from running into traffic. Osvaldo Lugo, the owner of Look Sharp Barbershop, and his employee, Rafael Santana, noticed the child when she dashed past their shop.

The incident, caught on the shop’s surveillance camera, shows the barbers interrupting their work to chase after the girl who was heading towards a busy intersection. Lugo, a father of three, managed to catch her just in time at a crosswalk. He recalls his urgent thoughts during the chase, focusing solely on reaching the girl safely.

After rescuing her, Lugo found the toddler’s mother nearby at a bus stop, visibly confused and shocked but also thankful. Santana, who is also a father and expecting another child, emphasized the importance of vigilance, especially with children.

Following their heroic act, the city’s mayor awarded Santana and Lugo with certificates recognizing their bravery. The local police also praised the duo for their quick response, which prevented a potential disaster. Despite the accolades, Santana humbly attributes their success to simply being attentive dads with fortunate timing.

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Rare Blue Rock Thrush Spotted in Oregon for the First Time

Kelly Taylor

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In an exciting development for birdwatchers, a “mega-rare” blue rock thrush was spotted for the first time in U.S. history at Oregon’s Hug Point State Recreation Site. The sighting occurred on April 21 and has since caused quite a stir in the birding community.

Michael Sanchez, a resident of Vancouver, was at Hug Point photographing the falls at sunrise when he noticed a small bird near the shoreline. Initially appearing as a little black bird in the dim light, it wasn’t until Sanchez reviewed his photos at home that he realized the bird was actually a vivid blue and chestnut-colored. He shared the images on social media, seeking help to identify it, which led to the revelation of its rarity.

Nolan Clements, a PhD student and member of the Oregon Birding Association, confirmed that the bird is a blue rock thrush, native to Europe and Asia and typically not found in North America. This sighting is considered only the second unofficial sighting in North America, with the first being a controversial observation in British Columbia in 1997, which many believed to be an escaped captive bird or one accidentally transported on a cargo ship.

The recent sighting at Hug Point has attracted many birders to the area hoping for a glimpse of the thrush, though no further sightings have been reported. While Sanchez’s discovery is still under review by bird records committees, experts are intrigued about how the thrush may have arrived in the U.S. There is speculation that, like other rare birds, it might have traveled aboard a ship, although the exact means remain uncertain.

Sanchez is collaborating with the Oregon Bird Records Committee to provide detailed information about his sighting. He expressed regret for not taking more photos but remains pleased with the ones he captured, hopeful that his experience will inspire increased interest in birdwatching.

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Opening the Universe to Touch: Portsmouth Project Brings Astronomy to Visually Impaired Kids

Shannon Jackson

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Imagine exploring the cosmos without sight. A project at the University of Portsmouth is making that possible, shattering barriers and igniting a passion for astronomy in visually impaired children. Led by Dr. Nicolas Bonne, a blind astronomer himself, the Tactile Universe team is a finalist for the prestigious Royal National Institute of Blind People’s (RNIB) See Differently Award in the “Design for Everyone” category.

Dr. Bonne’s team uses a revolutionary approach: 3D printed models of galaxies. These models allow students to feel the intricate shapes and structures of these celestial wonders, bringing the universe to life through touch. This innovative method bypasses the limitations of traditional, visually-oriented astronomy education.

Dr. Bonne, driven by his own experience with retinopathy of prematurity, is passionate about inspiring young people with disabilities. He wants them to know that science is an achievable dream, regardless of their limitations.

The project has already garnered recognition, having been featured on the BBC’s Sky at Night program. The Tactile Universe team visits schools, conducting workshops that utilize the 3D models to engage both visually impaired and sighted students, fostering a shared love of astronomy.

Their dedication to inclusivity has earned them a well-deserved spot in the RNIB awards. The winners will be announced at a ceremony in London on May 21st. With their innovative approach, the Tactile Universe project is opening a universe of wonder to a whole new generation of stargazers.

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Secret Rehab Center Opens for Injured Badgers in Derbyshire

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A group of dedicated volunteers has set up a new rehabilitation center in a hidden spot in Derbyshire to help injured badgers heal in a safe place. This center, designed just for badgers, has special cameras that let the volunteers watch the animals without bothering them too much.

The Mid Derbyshire Badger Group, which has been helping badgers for over 30 years, created this facility. They’re also planning to raise money to build another unit so they can care for more than one badger at a time.

A spokesperson for the group shared with the BBC that they are now ready to take in injured badgers. When a badger gets hurt, usually from car accidents, the group steps in. Although sometimes they have to make the tough choice to euthanize a badger if it’s too injured, they try to save as many as they can. If a vet thinks a badger can get better, it’s taken to the rehab center for a few days to a few weeks.

At the center, volunteers keep the badger’s living area clean and monitor its recovery through cameras. Badgers, surprisingly clean by nature, quickly learn to use a soil tray as their bathroom. When the badgers show signs of wanting to escape, it usually means they are ready to go back to the wild.

Besides rescuing and treating badgers, the volunteers also help with badger-related problems in the community, give advice on building projects affecting badger homes, check on flooded homes, and deal with reports of dead badgers. They also advocate for badger welfare and against harmful policies like the badger cull, which is meant to stop tuberculosis in cattle but harms badger populations.

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Girl Scouts: Microchip Scanning Project

Shannon Jackson

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Forget the usual badges! A Williamson County Girl Scout troop is earning gold stars for their innovative project reuniting lost dogs with their owners.

These clever young entrepreneurs used their Girl Scout cookie sales proceeds to purchase and install microchip scanners. Now, anyone who finds a lost dog can easily scan for a microchip, significantly increasing the chances of a happy reunion.

“It feels amazing knowing we helped lost animals find their way home,” said Ainslee Wright, a member of the troop.

This project wasn’t just about helping furry friends; it fostered teamwork and community spirit. “We love spending time together while making a positive impact,” added Maddie Marshall.

The scanners are conveniently located at the John P. Holt Brentwood Library and the Williamson County animal shelter. So, next time you find a lost dog, you can quickly check for a microchip and reunite a pet with its worried family.

These Girl Scouts are proving that delicious cookies can lead to heartwarming results!

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