happy little notes

I talked recently about how the news has been depressing me lately between sickness and fighting, it can be pretty bleak. But I found some news stories this week that have made me really happy, and have restored a bit of my faith. I collected them here for a little Friday Pick-Me-Up Link Round Up. Enjoy!

- Helping Others is not only a great thing to do, but it gives us a lift as well. This tells about a Company Hires Anyone, Gives Second Chances; and other people who are giving back.

- These students show how its done by wearing skirts to school.

- I love this kid. He has the best attitude! On or off the field, this footballer is going somewhere.

- Okay, so this isn't inspirational the way the other links are... but here's my kitchen inspiration for the week, Braised Lamb with Orange, Fennel, and Pomogranate Molasses. Dang this sounds so good!

- Man and dog reunited after hospital stay... and a new life for them both. Heart strings, officially tugged! 

- Just love the ongoing theme of people helping people: Moms for Moms "So many people have such an abundance, and so many others strive to afford even the basics," Cutler said. "What we're doing is trying to bridge that gap."

RL applauds and supports @UN_Women Global Goodwill Ambassador @EmWatson's gender-equality campaign: http://t.co/CPsjckLS3D #HeForShe
— Ralph Lauren (@RalphLauren) September 23, 2014

Thank you @EmWatson , @kathryng , @GallagherMaw and Ma. #HeForShe. It's the only way. #proudtobeafeminist pic.twitter.com/IHNHPihKdV
— Peter Gallagher (@petergallagher) September 25, 2014

.@EmWatson you are impeccable & extraordinary. I stand with you. I believe in gender equality. #heforshe pic.twitter.com/xXQsyJ7WfP
— Tom Hiddleston (@twhiddleston) September 24, 2014

Enjoy, and I hope you have a great weekend!