Month: July 2024

Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and you want to spend it surrounded by your loved ones — and for many couples, that includes their pets. We’ve seen many stories of couples including their beloved pets in their big day, even making them the “best man.” But one story will truly tug at your heartstrings: a dog dying from cancer hung on just long enough to see his owners down the aisle. Kelly O’Connell, a veterinarian, was just 19 when she laid eyes on Charlie, a black Lab mix. The dog had been found abandoned in a… CONTINUE READING…

“Please come over and help me. I have a challenging jigsaw puzzle, and I can’t figure out how to get started.” Her boyfriend asks, “What is it supposed to be when it’s finished?” “What is it supposed to be when it’s finished?” “According to the picture on the box, it’s a rooster.” Her boyfriend decides to go over and help with the puzzle. When he arrives, he sees puzzle pieces scattered all over the table. He takes a moment to examine the pieces and then looks at her with a smile, “First of all, no matter how we try, these… CONTINUE READING…

In 1635, the eternally enthusiastic traveller and soldier Lt Hammond arrived at the ‘pretty haven’ of Arundel, ‘graced with an ancient, strong and stately castle… sweetly and naturally situated upon a graceful ascent close by a pleasant river [the Arun]’. In what he later describes as ‘this princely castle’, he enjoyed ‘a full ample and contentive view of all the stately rooms and fair towers, the delightful gardens, large wooded parks and pleasant waters’. Passing through the surviving ‘double strong gatehouse’ of the castle that served as the lodging of the constable, warder and porter, he entered a ‘spacious, large… CONTINUE READING…

Little Johnny’s Classroom Fart Little Johnny lets out a fart in the classroom, causing his teacher to become upset and eject him from the room. A Laugh Outside Seated outside the classroom, Little Johnny finds himself unable to contain his laughter. Encounter with the Principal Passing by, the principal notices Johnny and inquires about his laughter. Johnny’s Explanation Johnny explains, “I farted in class, and the teacher threw me out.” The Principal’s Confusion The principal probes further, “Then why are you laughing?” Johnny’s Retort “Because those idiots are stuck in the class smelling my fart while I’m out here enjoying… CONTINUE READING…

Dogs are not something we deserve, to put it simply. A recent tragic case included a dog that traveled 125 miles to return to the home she had known after being brutally abandoned just a few months after being purchased. Bull mastiff breeder Alla Morozova in Novosibirsk, Siberia sold a couple Manora, or Maru, while she was still a five-month-old puppy. Maru’s owner informed the kennel six months later that she was no longer wanted since she was “allergic” to her. The couple put Maru on a train with a guard so they could take her back to her breeder…. CONTINUE READING…

So you’ll probably be wondering what happened to her from then on.Well, there’s some good news about Céline’s career. Recently, German singer Helene Fischer, who also hosts her own show, decided to invite the little girl to duet.

The imposing ruins of this once-mighty castle cling to the rocky cliffs of Caithness, at the southeastern end of Sinclair Bay, near Noss Head. Much of the castle’s history is shrouded in mystery, but our best guess is that it was begun in the late 14th century by the Sinclair’s, Earls of Orkney and later to become Earls of Caithness. The tower house HISTORY Very little remains of the 14th-century castle beyond a few foundation walls. By the middle of the 15th century, the Sinclairs began to expand their original fortress, and expansion continued for the next 200 years, until… CONTINUE READING…

The Story of Lucca, the Retired Military DogLucca, a brave U.S. Marine Corps dog, served her country with distinction and saved countless lives during her military career. Her story is one of loyalty, courage, and the special bond between a military dog and her handler. Background: Lucca was a German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix, trained as a specialized search dog. She began her service in the Marine Corps at the age of two and quickly proved herself to be an invaluable asset in combat zones. Military Service: Lucca served two deployments to Iraq and one to Afghanistan over a six-year career…. CONTINUE READING…

The Story of Army Specialist Vanessa GuillénOne of the most heart-wrenching stories in recent memory is that of U.S. Army Specialist Vanessa Guillén, whose tragic death brought national attention to issues of sexual harassment and violence within the military. Background: Vanessa Guillén was a 20-year-old soldier stationed at Fort Hood, Texas. She was a dedicated and passionate service member who had dreams of advancing her career in the Army. Vanessa was known for her bright spirit and commitment to her duties. The Disappearance: On April 22, 2020, Vanessa was reported missing. Her disappearance raised alarm among her family and fellow… CONTINUE READING…

St Conan’s Kirk is an extraordinary early 20th-century church on the shore of Loch Awe, built by Walter Douglas Campbell, brother of the 1st Lord Blythswood, and incorporating fragments of carving from Iona. In the 1870s a new railway line was built along the north shore of Loch Awe, linking Dalmally and Taynuilt. Douglas Campbell took advantage of easy access to the loch to purchase the island of Innischonan and build a mansion for himself, his mother, and his sister Helen. Tradition suggests that Campbell’s mother found the carriage ride to Dalmally church too taxing, so Campbell decided to build… CONTINUE READING…