Pain

Actual Complaints Received By “Thomas Cook Vacations” From Dissatisfied Customers

— Becky Day 1. “On my holiday to Goa in India, I was disgusted to find that almost every restaurant served curry. I don’t like spicy food.” 2. “They should not allow topless sunbathing on the beach. It was very distracting for my husband who just wanted to relax.” 3. …

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Mad Trombonist

bass trombone player

(August 1998, Uruguay) In a misplaced moment of inspiration, Paolo Esperanza, bass-trombonist with the Symphonica Maya de Uruguay, decided to make his own contribution to the cannon shots fired during a performance of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture at an outdoor children’s concert. In complete disregard of common sense, he dropped a …

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What if there isn’t anymore?

two adults holding hands in the moonlight

One day a woman’s husband suddenly died, and on that clear, cold morning, in the warmth of their bedroom, the wife was struck with the pain of learning that sometimes there isn’t “anymore.” No more hugs, no more holding hands, no more special moments to celebrate together, no more phone …

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Bad Ass

mountain lion on the range

A couple from  Montana were out riding on the range, he with his rifle and she (fortunately) with her camera.  Their dogs always followed them, but on this occasion a Mountain Lion decided that he wanted to stalk the dogs (you’ll see the dogs in the background watching).  Very, very bad decision.  The …

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You Can Help Prevent a Suicide

Suicide Prevention Lifeline Sign

EDITOR’S NOTE: In these critical times of the novel coronavirus pandemic, there are people worldwide who are considering suicide. Today, everyone can play a role in Suicide Prevention. Call or Share this toll free number to chat with a lifeline member… 1-800-273-TALK (8255) What is the one thing most people …

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This seat belt ad should be seen by everyone

Man about to drive with no belt

This is a “wear your seatbelt” ad from the UK.  It was made in 2010 by some dude who was not hired to do it.  But, because the cause is important to him, he came up with the idea.  It’s now being hailed around the world as a beautiful and …

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The Porch

Old white porch

A blonde teenage girl, wanting to earn some extra money for the Summer, decided to hire herself out as a ‘handy-woman’ and started canvassing a nearby well-to-do neighborhood. She went to the front door of the first house, and asked the owner if he had any odd jobs for her …

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