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Quote of the Day 🗣

Ontario Woman Hires Homeless Man and Saves His Life ❤️

Danielle MacDuff saw Brian Bannister, a homeless man, reading a book on the street and struck up a conversation with him. She invited him to work on her farm the next day, and Bannister accepted. He had been living in a shed and had given up on life after surviving abuse, overcoming addiction, and losing two wives. Since offering Bannister work, MacDuff has involved the community in helping raise money for him to have food, clothes, and a hotel room to sleep in.

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Every day, Bannister, MacDuff, and other staff members clean stalls, haul hay, and care for 200 animals, including cows, goats, horses, and dogs. They work morning and afternoon shifts and take a rest in the middle of the day. MacDuff drives Bannister back and forth to town and has got him his first haircut in two years, a phone, and access to some provincial financial support. The pair is enjoying their newfound friendship, and Bannister says he cannot believe that anyone would care for him this much.

The Intersection Between Happy, Healthy, and Wealthy 😀

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One of our favorite editions is “Life Lessons from 1,000 Years,” in which Sahil decided to explore the wisdom that time has to offer by asking several individuals in their 90s a simple question: "If you could speak to your 32-year-old self, what advice would you give?" The responses include pieces of life advice everyone needs to hear, such as enjoying the finer things in life, dancing proudly, telling your partner you love them every night, and treating your body like a house you have to live in for another 70 years.

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HapiFriDay News Roundup 👏

🍃 A new clean energy record

The numbers are in for 2022 and 41% of the electricity mix in the United States was generated from zero-carbon sources. Renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power, have been increasing, with costs decreasing and making them cheaper than other power sources, with 23% of U.S. electricity produced from renewables in 2022. Electric vehicle sales increased by 50% in 2022, accounting for 7.1% of new cars sold in the country, with Tesla the most popular EV followed by Ford, Stellantis, VW, Polestar, BMW and GM.

🐈‍⬛ “Backpacking Kitty” enjoys all kinds of adventures with his dad

Simon the cat accompanies JJ Yosh on his daily adventures, including hiking, biking, rafting, and exploring in the great outdoors, and has become known as "Backpacking Kitty." The pair is often seen climbing rocks, frolicking through fields, and even swimming together. Simon has become an important part of Yosh's life, helping him appreciate the present moment and enjoy their daily adventures together.

🏔 Woman marks 10 years in remission by climbing Mount Kilimanjaro

Tobi Sample, who was diagnosed with Stage 4 melanoma in 2013, has climbed Mount Kilimanjaro to celebrate 10 years in remission. Her successful climb up the mountain proves what she is capable of post-cancer and was also for a good cause - to raise money for Africa New Life, a non-profit organization that works to transform the lives of children and families in Rwanda through sponsorship programs

🌳 Conservationists are working to keep the Peruvian Amazon wild

Samantha Zwicker, founder and co-director of Hoja Nueva, a conservation organization and rehabilitation center in the Peruvian Amazon, is dedicated to protecting the land and wildlife of the region. Her organization's mission includes rescuing and rehabilitating animals, conducting ecological research, and educating local communities on conservation efforts. Despite the challenges of deforestation and animal trafficking, Zwicker and her team have seen success and hope to expand their impact in the region.

Links That Will Make You Smile 😊

• This puzzle is finally complete 🤣

• This grumpy pup gets a bath 🐕

• This pigeon chooses the stairs instead of flying 🐦

• This video involves an adorable baby and husky. What else could you ask for? 🤷‍♀️

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