Australia found a simple and helpful way to save water from plastic pollution

By
Nicole
-

Every day we can see the effects of the pollution. Keeping the environment safe and clean guarantees healthy life, for us and for the animals and plants surrounding us. That is a task that all of us should have in our to-do list.

A great story comes from Australia. The city of Kwinana is fighting the pollution of the environment with a fairly simple installation. In other words, the city authorities have installed a filtration system in Henley Reserve by using net. The net itself is placed on the outlets of the drainage pipes and in that was the plastic and the debris is kept inside, letting water pass through it. This is a very cleaver and simple way of keeping our surroundings clean and free of plastic other harmful materials.

People very quickly saw the benefits of this installation. The trash that usually goes in the nature is huge and after this new installation people see drastic changes. They are now aware that with simple tools the contamination of the environment can be stopped.

Even the authorities were quite surprised by the success of the nets. Their expectations were way too low in comparison to the caught 800 pounds of garbage in just a few weeks. The work paid off.

Therefore, the  success of these nets in Henley Reserve made the authorities think about installing such nets all over the city. The goal is to minimize the pollution of the environment. Compared to the more sophisticated filtration systems, this net installation costs some $10.000 and that makes it quite profitable.

The process goes like this. After the installation of the nets on the outlets, the nets are gradually being filled in with garbage. As soon as the nets are full, they is loaded on trucks specially used for this purpose so they can be transported to trash-sorting places. The recyclable materials are kept and the process of recycling starts.

When the net is emptied and the garbage transported, the nets are reinstalled on the outlets. The process starts all over again.

Kwinana proved that with small efforts, minimum budget and willingness to protect the environment, we can do miracles. This an idea that many other cities should take into consideration.

Photo sources: © Old Castle Infrastructure, © Storm Water Systems, © CITY OF KWINANA / FACEBOOK

Heartbreaking final words age 2 girl told dad before she died just months after mom killed by cancer

By
Nicole
-

James Tadman’s life turned into hell in just a period of several months. The happy family life he has been hoping for vanished in just a blink of an eye. Losing his two-year-old daughter was the devastating event that ruined his life.

Marcie Tadman’s life was too short. This cute little girl was admitted to Royal United Hospital in Bath, England upon doctor’s conclusion that she had pneumonia. However, as soon as the treatment for pneumonia started, another deadly threat came – she suffered a fatal cardiac arrest.

Little Marcie’s heart could not survive. This little angel passed away on 17 December 2017. Marcie had sepsis. James’ life fell apart. After his wife’s death, this tragedy was too much for him to bear. Regarding this, he says:

“SHE LOOKED AT ME AND SAID ‘OKAY DADDY’” BEFORE SHE “WENT LIMP”.

THE DEVASTED FATHER WENT ON TO SAY:

“AS YOU CAN ALL APPRECIATE, MY FAMILY AND I HAVE BEEN THROUGH HELL AND NO WORDS CAN ADEQUATELY DESCRIBE HOW WE ARE FEELING.”

“WE HAVE LOST A VERY BEAUTIFUL, CARING LITTLE GIRL WHOSE SMILE WOULD LIGHT UP ANY ROOM AND MELT ANY HEART.”

“WE PUT OUR TRUST IN THE ROYAL UNITED HOSPITAL, ASSUMING THAT OUR LITTLE GIRL WOULD BE GETTING THE VERY BEST CARE BUT TRAGICALLY THAT WAS NOT THE CASE.

“THE HOSPITAL’S OWN INTERNAL INVESTIGATION HAS IDENTIFIED A NUMBER OF FAILINGS AND THESE HAVE BEEN DESCRIBED BY ONE EXPERT AS ‘SYSTEMIC’ IN NATURE.

“WE CAN ONLY HOPE THAT LESSONS HAVE BEEN LEARNT AND THAT EVERY CHILD THAT RECEIVES TREATMENT AT THE HOSPITAL IN THE FUTURE WILL BE BETTER PROTECTED.”

“THE ONLY CRUMB OF COMFORT I CAN TAKE FROM THE IMPOSSIBLE SITUATION I FIND MYSELF FACING IS THAT MARCIE HAS BEEN REUNITED WITH HER MUMMY, MY WIFE, WHO SADLY LOST HER FIGHT AGAINST CANCER IN JULY 2017.”

The symptoms that this girl had  somehow remained unchecked. Just a day before Marcie’s death, James took her to the ER. She had all of the sepsis symptoms. Dr. Claire Verey now regrets for not checking and testing the girl for sepsis. A mistake that took her life.  During the official inquiry, the doctor said:

“MY DIAGNOSIS WAS BASED PURELY ON THE MARCIE I SAW IN FRONT OF ME.

“IN MY MIND, MARCIE TADMAN WAS DEFINITELY AN UNWELL CHILD.

“I RECONCILED ALL THE OBSERVATIONS I HAD IN FRONT OF ME WITH BACTERIAL PNEUMONIA.

“THIS IS MY ONLY EXPLANATION FOR NOT DOING ALL THE SEPSIS TESTS.

“I CANNOT FULLY EXPLAIN WHY SEPSIS DIDN’T POP UP IN MY HEAD.

“IT’S JUST I GENUINELY FELT THAT ALL THE SIGNS POINTED TO PNEUMONIA.

“RATHER THAN USING THE SCREENING TOOL I USED MY OWN JUDGEMENT LOOKING AT MARCIE AS SHE WAS IN FRONT OF ME.

“I APOLOGISE WHOLEHEARTEDLY FOR WHAT HAPPENED TO MARCIE.”

Furthermore, James explains:

“I EXPLAINED TO MARCIE THAT EVERYTHING WAS OKAY AND THEY WERE GOING TO GO TO ANOTHER ROOM.

“SHE LOOKED AT ME AND SAID, ‘OKAY, DADDY’. WHEN THE NURSE FINISHED GIVING THE FLUIDS MARCIE LOOKED AT ME, TOOK ONE BIG BREATH AND SHE LOOKED STRAIGHT INTO MY EYES.

“I HAD HOLD OF HER OTHER HAND AND WAS STROKING IT, TELLING HER SHE WAS GOING TO BE OKAY, SHE JUST SEEMED TO TURN OFF WHEN SHE EXHALED AND WENT LIMP.”

CORONER MARIA VOISIN LISTED A RANGE OF FAILINGS BY THE HOSPITAL AND RECORDED A CONCLUSION THAT MARCIE DIED FROM NATURAL CAUSES CONTRIBUTED TO BY NEGLECT.

“I CONSIDER THAT PUTTING THESE BASIC FAILURES TOGETHER LED TO THE GROSS FAILURE TO PROVIDE OR PERFORM ANY EFFECTIVE MEDICAL TREATMENT,” SHE SAID.

“I FIND THAT THE GROSS FAILURE HAS CAUSED OR SIGNIFICANTLY CONTRIBUTED TO MARCIE’S DEATH.”

With sorrows in our hearts, we express our condolences to James. We do hope this little angel will find peace in the Heavens, since she was an angel even here on the Earth!

Adorable toddler sees a woman Irish dancing in the streets and decides to join in

By
Monica Pop
-

There is really nothing as mesmerizing to watch as people performing Irish dance routines. This traditional dancing takes a lot of talent and skills not many can claim. Irish people consider this dancing style that demonstrates breathtaking footwork and balance a huge part of their heritage. If you’ve seen dancers performing this style, you were probably enchanted by those moves of high-kicking, stomping, rigid stances, and twirls.

The video below shows how no one can stay indifferent when the famous music that follows this routine is on. The lively rhythm is so contagious that this adorable little girl decided to join in and show this woman who is dancing on the streets of Galway, Ireland, how skillful she is.

Passersby are gathering around this adorable dancing duo and enjoy the sight. Isn’t this sweet little girl an Irish dancer in the making?

Take a look at her in the video below. You are going to love this!

Courageous toddler has stage 3 cancer – Let’s pray for her

By
Monica Pop
-

Cancer is one of the most widespread diseases that can affect anyone, despite gender or age. The diagnosis is devastating, and the battle is long and hard, and takes lots of courage and optimism.

Scientists from across the globe do everything in their power to find a cure, and until that day is here, we can only be supportive and pray for those who are undergoing the ordeal.

When a person is diagnosed, it affects everyone around. But what happens when a child is in question? It makes the parents’ world crush, but they have to be strong and overcome those feelings of shock, guilt, anxiety, and sadness, and be there for their little ones. Just as little McKenna Shea Xydias’ mom and dad are.

This sweet two-year-old toddler experienced some belly swelling some time ago and it alarmed her parents Megan and Michael. The doctors, however, put them at ease saying it’s just a result of constipation.

Soon after this doctor’s visit, McKenna’s teacher called her parents telling them how the girl isn’t feeling good, having a fever of 103F and a swollen abdomen.

She was again rushed to the hospital where they got the same answer as the first time, a constipation. This time, both Megan and Michael knew there was something more serious going on so they decided to do further examination in another hospital.

McKenna was brought to Scottish Rite Hospital in Atlanta where they were told the shocking news of the little girl having a malignant tumor growing on her ovaries. This particular type of cancer turned to be one of the rarest. Luckily, thanks to these devoted parents, it was diagnosed just in time to take action.

The girl had to undergo a surgery that thankfully went pretty well.

She is currently staying at the hospital where she is expected to recover completely after the chemotherapy sessions she has to receive. Her family is sharing McKenna’s story because they want to raise awareness of this rare condition.

This brave little lady never lost her smile and is an example of how we should never give up fighting. Please pray for her!

Doctors urge wife pull plug on husband, she kisses him instead.

By
Nicole
-

Scott and Michelle’s happy marriage was like every marriage out there. They were happy and enjoying life, doing their jobs and spending some quality times together. However, life prepared a shocking surprise for both of them, and for their lovely kids.

One day, Scott’s life turned into nightmare. While attending her classes, Michelle got a call that turned her life upside down. The news she got was devastating.

While Scott was staying home with their kids, he suffered a terrible severe stroke. That was maybe the worst piece of news Michelle got in her whole life.

Upon calling her wife, Michelle immediately called 911. About the horrible day, she recalls:

”He called me and he was slurring his words. He said he had an intense headache and that something was wrong.”

She remembers that day very well. The pain and the stress she felt cannot be described with words. She adds:

”When emergency medical crews loaded Scott into the ambulance, his blood pressure spiked, causing fluid in the lungs.”

The stroke threatened Scott’s life. All vital signs were in a terrible condition. His breathing was heavy, the blood pressure was high and he started losing his consciousness. His wife described all of that:

”It was just very, very bad. Sometimes it’s hard to talk about it.”

As soon as they reached the hospital, the medical team started working on Scott. Taking into account his bad health situation, the doctors suggested Michelle to call close relatives because he may not survive until the morning.

Additional reasons for such deadly outcome are his other health problems. Since his birth Scott had aneurysm. This, combined with the stroke, made the doctors believe his chances for surviving are minimum.

Michelle was devastated. Losing her loved one and the father of her kids was too much to bear. However, knowing her husband well, she secretly hoped that everything will be all right. Scott was a fighter and she believed her husband will win this battle as well.

The doctors were not on the same line with Michelle. They suggested her to let him go and say goodbye. They did not expect him to wake up after the surgery, especially not with that low level of oxygen.

Michelle did not do that. Instead of saying the last goodbye, she kissed Scott. Then, a miracle happened. Scott’s still body twitched and he kissed her back. That drastically restored her hopes.

This new situation encouraged Michelle to fight for her husband. She was trying to convince the medical staff that her husband will survive and there was no need to unplug the life support.

The miracle indeed happened. During the next weeks Scott recovered to that degree that he did not need the life support anymore. Soon afterwards, he woke up, feeling pain and helpless.
Michelle says:

“I covered his trach and he started talking to me. The first words were, ‘I love you,’ the second, ‘get me pain medication.’ Then, when the doctors asked him, ‘what are you playing?’ he said, ‘an instrument.’ The doctors started to believe in us.”

When the doctors learned about the new development and the unexpected conversation between them, they started believing in Scott’s fight. He spent 16 weeks in rehab.

Since Scott is a musician, music was the additional ‘medicament’ that helped him. The therapists and doctors very often used music and his instrument during the sessions. His strength and coordination was rapidly improving.

Scott returned home after the 16th week. Michelle described Scot’s mood as follows:

“He went in on a stretcher only moving his right hand, and he left walking with a walker with one hand in the air saying, ‘Rock on,’”

The caring wife provided support and help even home. Scott was never left alone and she gave everything she had just to normalise her husband again. Her spirit did not let her fail her husband, and apparently Scott never intended to leave his family.

For Scott and Michelle, the road to normal life was way too long. Nevertheless, she says with a smile:

“He’s playing guitar again. He plays the drums. It used to be he couldn’t swallow. He had a feeding tube for nine months, but now he can eat anything he wants.”

Luckily Michelle and Scott will continue living side by side, getting old and hopefully see their grandchildren running around their house.

High school junior saves the day when he steps up and sings the National Anthem at sporting event

By
Nicole
-

People who are not accustomed to speaking or singing in public know how difficult it is. Amateur singers, actors and even motivational speakers are usually nervous and anxious just because of the close presence of the audience. Frankly speaking, that’s quite normal. Whenever you have to face up with a crowd you think about not doing a mistake or embarrassing yourself. However, Isaac Bryant does not quite agree with that.

The Division III District Wrestling Championship in Troy, Ohio for Isaac was suppose to be just a competition for showing of wrestling skills. The junior at Mechanicsburg High School has been preparing and training hard in order to be noticed on a sports level, but, he ended up being noticed by something totally different.

As he was trying to relax a bit before his match, the official announcer’s voice caught Isaac’s attention. The announcer informed the crowd that he was looking for a person who is willing to sing the National Anthem. Because the person that was supposed to sing the song hadn’t showed up, the organisers were left with no substitution for her. At that moment Isaac decided to save the day and step up. He sang the anthem and amazed the crowd.

Even after the competition closed, Isaac was still not aware of his actions and accomplishment. He explained:

“I was dazed and confused and I just thought they might just need somebody to do it.”

Luckily, everything was filmed by Mia Richardson’s camera. Isaac’s singing ended up on-line and in just a week his video was seen more than 550.000 times. Isaac’s performance during the competition was also noticed by the media. He and his parents even got interviewed by people like Steve Doocy or Brian Kilmeade. Isaac’s sensational action was even featured on Fox and Friends. This unexpected and spontaneous act gave him a fame-like status. However, according to Isaac, he would not be able to do it if it wasn’t for his friends support.

Fox and Friends, while they were interviewing Isaac, tried to find out more about Isaac’s singing skills. Regarding that, Isaac answered:

“I sing a lot. I guess that’s kind of a part of me. That’s what I do. I’m a little bit of a performer if you haven’t noticed.”

You can image his parents’ happiness. Their proud son was shown on national TV channels and featured in TV shows. As his mother says:

“ I was just so proud. We were used to the voice but I guess it was the heart he put into it. It brought tears to our eyes.”

His father does not hesitate saying good things about his son. He adds that he was not surprised seeing his son singing well since he knew his skills and abilities. Isaac has just confirmed that with his courage to sing for the nation.

That night marked Isaac as a brave young man. Reflecting his own feelings and views, Isaac thinks that TV shows and interviews are more stressful than the actual singing in a full arena. Hm, interesting. Do you think the same?

Take a look at Isaac’s performance below.

Hear the voice his family and friends are proud of with this video!

Parents tell son they can’t take care of a handicap, don’t realize their son lost limbs in the war

By
Monica Pop
-

Acceptance of the others is what makes us humans. In the past, people who were a bit different were also treated as such. Nowadays, however, we are all more open-minded towards those who are not like us, and that’s a good thing having in mind this world belongs to everyone just equally.

If we are about to create harmony, we should embrace the differences, not being ashamed of them, as at the end of the day, it may turn out we are the ones who end up being ‘different’ and not fitting the society’s standards.

The following story is an eye-opener that will make you think about the ways you treat others.

A soldier was finally coming home after having fought in Korea. He called his parents from Los Angeles. “Mom and Dad, I’m coming home, but I’ve a favor to ask. I have a friend I’d like to bring home with me. “Sure,” they replied, “we’d love to meet him.”

“There’s something you should know,” the son continued, “he was hurt pretty badly in the fighting. He stepped on a land mind and lost an arm and a leg. He has nowhere else to go, and I want him to come live with us.”

“I’m sorry to hear that, son. Maybe we can help him find somewhere to live.”

“No, Mom and Dad, I want him to live with us.”

“Son,” said the father, “you don’t know what you’re asking. Someone with such a handicap would be a terrible burden on us. We have our own lives to live, and we can’t let something like this interfere with our lives. I think you should just come home and forget about this guy. He’ll find a way to live on his own.”

Hearing these words coming from his parents, the son ended up the conversation and didn’t call them back in the following days. One day, the phone rang and the parents though it was their son again, but it was the Los Angeles Police that informed them their son was dead. They believed he committed a suicide by jumping off a building.

When these desperate mother and father went to L.A to identify their son’s body, they were left in complete shock when they realized the handicapped person was their son himself. He lost his limbs back in Korea.

We assume the parents must have felt devastated knowing they rejected their own son only because he was now different. The thing is that many of us are likely to act the same way these parents did. But I do hope this story will serve as a lesson that we should all be more open towards other people.

Captain Catches Rare and Breathtaking Event While Flying His Drone Over the Ocean

By
Nicole
-

The oceans and the seas still remain mysterious places for researchers and people who love marine life. Deep sea hides creatures that look alien and in many cases creepy. We have rare opportunity to see what really happens in the seas and how the animals spend their days in their habitat.

Captian Dave Anderson gives us an opportunity to see how the aquatic animals enjoy their life. We are not going to see deep sea weirdly shaped animals, but very lovely and well-known mammals. Anderson uses his drone to show us the beauty of our seas.

Anderson uses his GoPro camera to film the sea from above. The footage begins in Dana Point in California and at the beginning it’s a normal sea view. Calm sea, small waves and few boats. However, very soon the camera captures a pod of dolphins. The dolphins slowly rise from the water and they peacefully move through the sea. The view is so adorable!

Dolphins are not the only animals captured on the camera. The GoPro camera is filming the waters around Maui, Hawaii. The footage the camera shot in this region is marvellous. Here, we can see a mama whale and her baby calf. Both of them are playing peacefully, while swimming side by side. The humpback whales’ social interaction is once again caught on camera. While the mother whale and the baby calf are having great time together, another whale is watching over nearby. What a sight!

Watch the video and enjoy!

1...733734735...851Page 734 of 851