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One woman is telling the wholesome story of how she randomly met one of her best friends, and it’s totally melting our hearts! In a sweet video on social media, 23-year-old Maddy Sue Hull shared that she’d really been wanting to make more friends. She never imagined that she’d get her wish during a routine trip to the gas station! However, that’s exactly where she hit it off with 76-year-old Kathy. They’ve been inseparable ever since! What’s even more incredible about this chance meeting is that, just the day before, Maddy Sue had been praying for something like this to happen. @maddysuehulll Kathy She had been praying for more purpose in her life. She doesnt have any kids and her husband passed away 14 years ago and had been unsure of why shes still here God works in mysterious ways and Im so thankful that mine and Kathys paths crossed as a testament that He does hear and answer all of our prayers. ♬ BIRDS OF A FEATHER sped up – Lilly “One day you’re asking God for more friends and the next day you meet a 76 y/o woman at the gas station and now you see each other multiple times a week, go on lunch dates, and are best friends,” the young woman wrote in her social media post. As it turns out, meeting Maddy was just as much of a godsend for the elderly woman. As the 23-year-old wrote in the caption of her video, Kathy was really struggling after losing her husband. “She had been praying for more purpose in her life,” Maddy wrote. “She doesn’t have any kids and her husband passed away 14 years ago and had been unsure of why she’s still here.” How wholesome is it that these two lonely women from different generations ended up becoming best friends through a chance meeting? This beautiful friendship is going viral online. Maddy’s video has received over five million views. Commenters have fallen in love with this precious pair! “This is so pure,” wrote one person. Another added, “You’re probably making her life so much better as she is yours! This is so sweet!!” Screengrab from TikTok At some point, Maddy found out that her bestie couldn’t afford the new adjustable bed she needed. So, she quickly organized a GoFundMe to help her out. After all, what are friends for? Thankfully, the young woman shared in the comments section of her video that she was able to raise enough money for Kathy to buy a bed. However, she has decided to keep the GoFundMe active in case people want to contribute to any of the elderly lady’s other needs. This just goes to show that, where friendship is concerned, age really is just a number. Maddy and Kathy are certainly lucky to have found each other! You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Wholesome: Woman Meets 76-Year-Old At Gas Station & They Become Instant BFFs appeared first on InspireMore.

AC/DC is undeniably one of the greatest rock bands to ever come out of Australia, and their impact on the world of rock and roll is still felt decades after their formation. Since their debut in the early 1970s, the band has carved out an unmatched legacy with their high-energy performances, hard-hitting riffs, and unforgettable songs. Known for their distinctive sound, powered by the raw guitar playing of Angus Young and the iconic vocals of Bon Scott and later Brian Johnson, AC/DC has released a staggering 17 studio albums, along with multiple live records and compilations. Over the course of The post Our 10 Favorite AC/DC Album Covers appeared first on ClassicRockHistory.com.

A young Utah resident has had her classroom civics lessons suddenly explode into life after some crayon drawings she made of a better playground became reality. Her mom brought her to city hall along with her drawing, and being that a new playground was already budgeted for, they followed 11-year-old Rosili Olson’s lead. Olson, now […] The post Girl Submits a Drawing to Upgrade Playground for Little Kids–And the City Hall Built It appeared first on Good News Network.

The word sidekick is different in cartoons than it is in comics. Sidekicks in comics tend to be characters who act as younger versions of the main character, like Robin to Batman or Speedy to CONTINUE READING... The post What Makes a Sidekick? appeared first on The Retro Network.

Why learn how to tie knots? This useful skill is handy around the homestead and could even help save your life one day! 10 Practical Knots You Need To Know How To Tie Over the centuries, knot tying has been passed down from generation to generation. It's an important skill whether you want to hit the high oceans, scale a high mountain, or live a simple life living off grid. Tying knots prove to be useful when you're working around your homestead. Unfortunately, there are still numerous people who don't know how to tie knots. So today we will explore the art of tying knots and master this amazing yet underrated skill. Source: Fix.com Blog A special shout out to Fix.com for this amazing infographic.   Tying The Knot A Guide to Knots for Boating, Camping, and Fishing   Camping Knots Bowline image via trailmeister Directions: Form a small loop on the end of the rope. Pass the free end of the line through the loop, bring around behind the line. Bring free end down in the original loop while maintaining the secondary loop, which will become the bowline loop. Pull end up to tighten. Uses: Creates a loop at the end of a rope that won’t shrink, slip, or expand Securing a trap Mountain climbing Clove Hitch image via boyslife Directions: Make a loop of rope around the tree. Make another loop and pass the free end of the rope under the second loop. Tighten. Uses: Securing a line to a tree or post quickly; may slip if other knots are not used to back it up. Fasten a shelter together.  Square Knot image via instructables Directions: Lap right over left. Tie again in reverse direction—left over right. Uses: Tying Bandages Tying packages Joining sections of survival cordage Tying shorter ropes together Tying a bundle of firewood   #Upgrade your homestead this year with these amazing tips on making it homier! ???? https://t.co/TwKZ8lyzEG — Homesteading (@HomesteadingUSA) February 24, 2017   Fishing Knots Blood Knot Directions: Overlap end of lines to be joined. Twist one around the other 5 times. Bring end back between two lines. Repeat with the other end, wrapping in opposite direction. Slowly pull lines in opposite directions. Turns will gather. Clip ends close to a knot. Uses: To secure to fishing lines together Used frequently in fly fishing The Improved Clinched Knot image via fishingknots Directions: Thread line through eye of hook. Wrap around line 5 or more times. Bring the end of the line through the first loop, then behind the eye, then through the large loop. Pull on end to tighten the coils. Slide tight against the eye. Uses: One of the most important fishing knots Secures hooks, lures, and swivels in line Palomar Knot image via onthelake Directions: Double 6 inches of line and pass it through eye of the hook. Tie a loose overhand knot with hook hanging from bottom. Pass the loop over the hook. Slide loop above eye of the hook. Pull on both ends to tighten down onto eye. Clip end. Uses: Securing a hook/swivel to fishing line Fastening a fly to a leader   Hiking Knots Sheet Bend image via survivallife Directions: Bend the thicker/more slippery rope into a “J” shape or fish hook. Pass the other rope through the fish hook from behind. Wrap around the entire fish hook once. Tuck the smaller line under itself. Uses: Joining two ropes with different diameters together Taut Line Hitch | Directions: Wrap rope around a post or tree several feet from the free end. Coil the free end twice around the standing line, working back toward the post. Make one coil around the standing line on the outside of the coils just made. Tighten the knot and slide it to adjust the tension. Uses: Anchor a tent Grips well when taut Two Half Hitches image via christinedemerchant Directions: Wrap around pole/tree. Wrap around the line in the same direction twice. Pull tight. Uses: Secures line to trees, poles, or rock   Sailing Knots Fisherman’s/Anchor Knot image via christinedemerchant Directions: Wrap twice around shackle. Pass end behind the standing line and through the first turns. Pull tight. Tie a half hitch around the standing line. Pull tight. Seize the free end. Uses: Secure rode to anchor. Secure line to post Figure 8 image via backpacker Directions: Pass the free end of a line over itself to form a loop. Continue under and around the line’s end. Pass the free end down through the loop. Uses: Stopper knot at the end of rope necessary to tie several harder knots Carrick Bend [Sailor’s Knot] image via scoutpioneeringDirections: Form a basic loop with the larger size rope(red rope illustration and lay loop on top of and across working end of second rope. Remember sequence: over, under, over, under, over. Ends come out on opposite sides of the knot. Seize ends to the standing parts of the ropes. Uses: Joins two ropes together (i.e. towing hawsers and cables) Easier to untie than a square knot. Knots, though small, give the extra support you need for many of your favorite outdoor activities. Master these basic knots today!   These are just the basics of the many ways to tie knots. However, under any circumstances, you’ll find these essential, whether for a simple task in your homestead, enjoying outdoor activities, or many other scenarios you’ll find knowing how to tie knots useful. Thus, learning how to tie knots is a must-learn skill for everyone, homesteader or not, as life will present many unanticipated challenges. Will you now master the skill of tying knots? Let us know in the comments section below! Want more useful projects about knots? Check out Paracord projects here! You'll find useful paracord knots and ideas that can provide a lot of help around your homestead.  Follow us on Instagram, twitter, pinterest, and facebook!  

An animal shelter in St. Louis, Missouri shares the story of Cardi B – a bald dog they helped rescue, recover, and find a foster home after being left abandoned in an empty field in July of this year. “Sadness surrounds us,” that’s how the Stray Rescue of St. Louis started their Facebook post for a bald dog they helped rescue in July. The animal shelter shared that a Good Samaritan was driving when they pulled over to the side of the road after seeing “a lone crate set in the tall, green grass.” “It is empty, but there are figures beside it,” the animal shelter wrote. “As you approach, you cover your mouth with your hand. Next to the crate is a dog that has passed away, hit by a car. And next to him is an old dog, missing all of her hair, and suffering from a broken pelvis. She can’t get up or walk.” After the terrifying and heartbreaking scene before her, the Good Samaritan became so angry but made sure the dog gets the help she needs. “Thankfully, the finder made it her duty to help them. She is a hero. She called all over but couldn’t get anyone to help this dog,” Stray Rescue of St. Louis continued. Thankfully, Stray Rescue of St. Louis got a call from the Good Samaritan a few days after she found the dog. “She named the female Cardi B, and she brought her to Stray Rescue for emergency medical care.” Initially, the Good Samaritan who rescued Cardi B, Sarah Barney, made a post about the dog’s situation but got no rescue interest. Thankfully, her good friend, Julie Christofferson, shared the story on her Facebook, which helped them get help for the dog. Christofferson shares, “She [the dog] wasn’t alone, sadly her sweet pup friend did not survive and she didn’t leave his side.” She also shares the condition they found Cardi B in. She said, “her condition is absolutely horrific.” She explains that Cardi B had ‘unbelievable’ hair loss from thousands of fleas and has burns all over her body, “which the vet says are likely from urine and feces scalds from being crammed into a tiny crate and left to sit for days on end”. Furthermore, her teeth were also ground down to nothing and is suffering from anemia that she couldn’t even get up on her own. “To think of what she’s been through in her few short years is devastating to fathom. Her sweet pup friend suffered from the same deplorable conditions,” Christofferson wrote. After a week since Cardi B was rescued, Stray Rescue of St. Louis shared an update saying that the dog “has done a 180”. The animal shelter also discovered that Cardi B is already an old lady! She’s 13 years old, but for her, life’s just about to be good! “After just one week of love, nutrition, medical care, and a set of WHEELS, this girl is on the move,” the animal shelter shares. “She’s 13 years old and READY to live her life the way it’s meant to be lived! With tons of love and care.” Today, Cardi B is living the life she so rightfully deserves: happy, safe, and loved. A few months after Cardi B’s rescue, the animal shelter shared the pooch’s ‘Glow Up’ on October with a series of photos. “After spending some time in our clinic, she went to a foster home,” they shared. “Those puppy eyes! You can just tell how much better she feels. Her foster says she’s been getting up on her own.” The animal shelter also shares that Cardi B loves chasing balls and enjoys swimming now – “That is what it’s all about,” they wrote. “Cardi B, we love you, baby! Thank you, thank you to everyone who supports rescue dogs, they deserve the help,” Stray Rescue of St. Louis wrote.