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Posted 4/6/26: Teddy bear hospital has saved thousands of stuffies.
From pet attacks, to missing parts, to just too much loving, there’s almost no teddy bear Ruth Hasman can’t fix. She runs a hospital and spa for stuffed toys out of her Vancouver home. Watch on YouTube
Posted 3/27/26: Meteorite hunting? Here’s tips on how to find one.
Meteors are the streaks of light you see in the night sky. Most meteors are tiny particles left behind by icy comets; they never reach Earth’s surface ... Read more
Posted 2/26/26: Newborn Giraffe With Distinctive Hair-do is Charming Visitors to Ohio Zoo – And They Gave Him the Perfect Name
A four-week-old baby giraffe is a social media sensation, thanks to his remarkable tuft of hair. His new name, Eugene, chosen from public suggestions, has proven to be a perfect fit ... Read more
Posted 2/16/26: 68 Quotes About Spring (With Beautiful Images)
If you’re feeling the doldrums of frigid winter weather, journey through this list of beautiful spring images and spring quotes to calm your mind, warm your heart and help you realize that spring is just around the corner.
Posted 1/29/26: America at 250: Bison return to Illinois for first time in two centuries
In Kane County, members of the Native American community gathered in December to welcome back a relative that's been missing for generations. A herd of bison has returned to Burlington Prairie, part of a long-awaited return led by the American Indian Center. Watch (CBS News - Chicago)
Posted 1/29/26: Giant Pandas Qing Bao and Bao Li Play in Snow at Smithsonian's National Zoo
On January 25, the National Zoo's giant pandas, Bao Li and Qing Bao, took full advantage of the snow day: climbing, tumbling and playing with their toys in the snow. Qing Bao in particular seemed to enjoy playing in the snow, while Bao Li showed off his somersaulting skills for her in front of the howdy gate. Watch
Posted 1/18/26: Deer Spars With Rhino at Polish Zoo
The Wroclaw Zoo says this Chinese muntjac deer was trying to show who's in charge, even though the rhino weighs over a ton. Watch
This one is very amusing!
Posted 12/15/25: Relaxing Ocean Waves
Beautiful 30 minute video of ocean waves rolling into a misty beach surrounded by high cliffs. Enjoy the natural sounds of the ocean (no music) in high quality stereo. Let your stress melt away by spending a half hour soaking in the beauty and peace that only nature can provide.
Posted 11/20/25: A Tofu Turkey??? Everybody Loves Raymond
To put you in the mood for Thanksgiving, here is a funny clip from Everybody Loves Raymond.
Posted 10/7/25: How the Brewers Sausage Race Was Made
"The incredible sausage race" ... Watch a really cute video to make you smile, laugh and generally brighten your day! The Johnsonville Sausage Race (known as the Famous Racing Sausages or the Sausage Race) is a race of sausage mascots held during the middle of the sixth inning at every home game of the Milwaukee Brewers.
Disclaimer: Yes, we are Cleveland sports fans, but at the same time, we can appreciate this fun time that Milwaukee fans have. Watch Video (CNN web site)
Posted 6/24/25: Smile! It's Contagious.
A genuine smile can significantly brighten someone's day and create a positive ripple
effect. Here's how you can make someone's day with a big smile: Read More (PDF)
Posted 5/31/25: Meet the Sword-billed Hummingbird
The majestic Sword-billed Hummingbird (Ensifera ensifera) hails from the Andes in South America. This species takes a hummingbird’s long bill to another level. At around four inches, or ten centimeters, its bill is almost the same length as its head, body, and tail combined! That’s the largest bill in proportion to its body of any bird. The Sword-billed Hummingbird is just one example of the extreme diversity that can be found among the world’s 360+ species of hummingbirds. Watch on YouTube
