Mother spots bruise on daughter’s leg and thinks it’s harmless, but she’s wrong

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Maryane
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Kristine is a mother who knows that kids can be mischievous at times so it doesn’t come as a surprise for them to end up falling and getting bruises every now and then. 

When her 5-year-old daughter Kailyn got one on her knee, Kristine wasn’t really concerned. But, in the following couple of days, the bruise got bigger and the girl came down with fewer, and this mom knew things were more serious than they appeared so they took her to the emergency room. 

Weeks passed by, and the ‘harmless’ bruise wouldn’t heal. In fact, it looked nastier with each passing day. That was when the doctors informed Kristine and her husband Josh that the girl got bitten by the deadly black widow spider. 

“We never in a million years thought it would be a black widow spider,” Kristine, of Mendon, Massachusetts, told TODAY.

It all started when the girl first felt pain in her knee, but her mom thought it was because of her tight jeans. However, one night, as the girl was getting into her pajamas, Kristine noticed there was a bruise. 

“We never thought it was a bite or anything at the beginning,” she said. “There was no bite mark.”

Kailyn was given antibiotics that seemed not to have much effect so she had to return to the emergency room a couple of times. This raised the red flag. Something big was going on and no one knew what it was. 

“I had a feeling that the bite didn’t look right,” Kristine said. “It started to get really nasty.”

 

As the ‘innocent’ bruise wouldn’t heal, Kristine took her daughter to UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. There, doctors ran a bunch of tests that confirmed that Kailyn was bitten by the venomous black widow. 

“I didn’t think they were around here,” Kristine said. “I was pretty shocked.”

The doctor who admitted the girl, Dr. Durbin, said how there are only two or three cases a year of people who get these bites.

Unfortunately, this spider’s venom is so strong that it causes necrosis, a condition in which the skin dies. 

“That’s a very unusual and distinct reaction,” Dr. Durbin told TODAY. “I diagnosed her with a spider bite, presumably a black widow because that’s the only spider in New England that I know of that causes this kind of reaction.”

The poor girl was prescribed more antibiotics. But her condition now seemed to improve. 

“She was not severely ill,” Durbin said of Kailyn. “The bite looks nasty, but it wasn’t causing any serious illness in her.”

The parents believe that Kailyn was bitten on the day they were cleaning their yard as she recalls the children were running around the grass.

“We just want parents to trust your instincts,” she said. “If you feel something doesn’t look right, just keep going to the doctor to find out what it is.”

Luckily, these parents’ instinct didn’t fail them. As a result, things turned for the better and Kailyin is now healed completely.

You can take a look at the whole story in the video below. 

This omelette-in-a-hole is a must try for breakfast

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Monica Pop
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What’s for breakfast? Well, this meal, which is considered by many the most important of all, tends to include the usual and somewhat dull choices such as eggs, some fried bacon or ham, cheese, maybe pancakes with some maple syrup, or some fruits and vegetables.

Today, we bring you an amazingly delicious recipe involving most of the stuff mentioned above, blended in a “twisted” way. It’s so tasty that you won’t believe it’s that super easy to make.

All you need in order to treat yourself with this omelette-in-a-hole is:

  • 2 slices of white bread
  • 3 eggs
  • onion
  • peppers
  • ham
  • shredded cheese
  • butter

The first thing you need to do is cut the inside of the bread slices, leaving the crust. Keep the bread for later and chop the onions, the peppers, and the ham in small dice. Of course, you don’t have to stick to these ingredients, but choose whatever you please.

Once you are done with this, place the ingredients in a preheated pan with a few tablespoons of sizzling butter and stir until they get a brownish color. After this, separate the veggies into two separate piles and place a bread crust around each of them.

So far, so good, right? Now whisk the eggs and add salt and pepper to taste. Once everything is nicely mixed, pour it over the fried veggies and inside the bread crust. You add the cheese, as well as any other ingredient you’ll think will fit this tasty breakfast, then place the sliced out bread over.

Once the egg is cooked, flip it over. It doesn’t take long for it to be perfectly fried on both sides. Turn the heat off and serve the omelette-in-a-hole with any side veggies you want.

Isn’t it feel awesome to be able to “play” with the food this way? This is perfect for turning the boring breakfast into an appealing dish and yet keep the ingredients we all love so much.

Once you try this, you’ll never do your eggs the old-fashion way. You can take a look at the recipe in the video below. Don’t forget to share it with your friends.

And yes, in case you give it a go, tell us what you think of the taste.

Betty White is 98 and speaks of remaining positive after 80 years in Hollywood

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Monica Pop
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We can all agree that when it comes to America’s sweetheart Betty White age is just a number. Even at the age of 98, she still sparks positive energy and reminds us that if you do something with the devotion and love she puts into her acting, you do become irreplaceable.

White’s career in the movie industry both on the screen and behind the camera has lasted for 80 years and she’s still not ready to quit doing what she does best. She’s best known for her award winning roles in “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and “The Golden Girls.”

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Recently, White spoke to Parade of the life in Hollywood and how to stay sane in such world. She recalled the time when she was starting her career and how she was rejected many times. However, being told that she wasn’t ‘photogenic’ and that she should probably try herself in some other job didn’t stop her from trying, and that led her to where she is today.

“You just keep plugging away. You don’t give up,” White said.

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This award winning actress has some advice for those who would love to follow her path and be part of the Hollywood glam. “Do your work, learn your lines and come in prepared,” she said. “Don’t think you can wing it, because you can’t. We’re in show business, which is fun, but take your business seriously, because it is a serious business.”

White tends to be a huge optimist about life and says she has a lot to be thankful for.

“I know it sounds corny, but I try to see the funny side and the upside, not the downside. I get bored with people who complain about this or that. It’s such a waste of time,” she said.

She believes people should live by the notion that no matter what happens, life can be great.

You can take a look at the story and the interview with this living legend below. Betty White is such an inspiration. It’s not surprising her career has lasted for so long.

Homeless man who spent 30 years on the streets is brought to tears after a hairdresser gives him a makeover

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Monica Pop
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If someone is homeless, that doesn’t mean the person isn’t working hard enough and doing their best to find themselves a shelter, it usually means life was unfair to these people who spend their days on the streets and lack a roof over their head.

Jose Antonio from Majorca, Spain, used to have a job, but with the depression striking the country, he’s life changed over night and he found himself on the streets. From that day on, Jose has done all he could to provide food for himself.

The 30 years of harsh life without a home took their toll, and Jose looked untidy. With overgrown beard and ragged clothes, he appeared way older than he really was.

One day, a salon owner who often saw Jose struggling decided to give him the much needed change and offered him a free makeover which included new clothes and a haircut.

Jose was happy to accept the help. However, he didn’t expect for that change to bring him to tears. His reaction after he saw himself in the mirror melted many hearts. Honestly, we were deeply touched by the video of him smiling and finally feeling content about himself after so much time.

Before the hairdresser started with the makeover, Jose had a wish. “Leave the doors over the mirror open for the moment so I can see myself for the last time like this,” he said, as he was eagerly waiting to see the new him.

Seeing himself looking the way he always wanted made Jose emotional.

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“My God, this is incredible. Is this me? I’m so different. No one’s going to recognise me unless I tell them who I am.”

People who knew him from the streets couldn’t believe their eyes when they saw Jose. They were all smiles as they were happy for him.

“The new look has helped me deal with the way I feel inside. It’s had so many practical consequences,” Jose told news channel Telecino. 

Jose was greeted with many thumbs ups and that added to his happiness. The salon La Salvajeríra that gave Jose the makeover hopes the video of his transformation will help him find a job so that he could get a fresh start in life. What’s great is that a company that helps homeless people financially has taken Jose out of the streets. We hope he’ll get the life he truly deserves.

Man comes across abandoned but perfectly preserved mansion while exploring the forests of France

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Monica Pop
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Old buildings hide many secrets and testify of the past better than any history book. They have a soul and speak of the times when people used to live there and how life was decades and even centuries ago.

Bob Thissen loves exploring secluded places and investigating old buildings. He comes across many interesting objects, but this time, he discovered a perfectly preserved mansion. The place is untouched and exactly the same as the owners left it years ago. It looks like this mansion stood frozen in time.

There are newspapers on the tables, the beds are made, and there is a piano ready to be played. The interior gives a feeling of the past times and touches the soul in an unexpected manner.

Thissen first discovered this mesmerizing place some five years ago and now got back wanting to see the condition of it. To his surprise, nothing has changed.

“Normally, abandoned buildings usually go down very quickly, because they are robbed and vandalized,” he told Caters News Agency. “It was a miracle to see how almost nothing had changed.”

He doesn’t have any idea who the mansion belongs to, but believes that the owner had probably died or maybe moved places and never looked back. He says the place is still preserved because it is located deep into the forest where no people go, so he assumes not many even know of its existence.

Those who have seen the video of the mansion could feel the passion with which Thissen approaches it and agree that he’s been doing justice to these long forgotten objects.

“I love how respectful you are of the places you visit,” one person wrote. “It’s beautiful and sad simultaneously. Thank you for being respectful to not just the structure and belongings but to the remembrance of the former occupants,” another added.

If you want to take a look of the inside of this magnificent huge building check the video below.

Celine Dion has a message for everyone criticizing her slim figure

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Monica Pop
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Celine Dion has been a target of harsh criticism because of her slim figure recently. Many people believe she should put some weight because she doesn’t look like her younger self any more. But this singer says she’s happy the way she looks and has one message for those who comment on her looks and her style; “Leave me alone.”

Since the death of her husband Rene who was 26 years her senior, this incredible singer started rocking completely new style. She opts for designer pieces that she is convinced make her look fearless and attractive, something many of her fans don’t agree with.

Speaking to The Sun, she said, “If I like it, I don’t want to talk about it. Don’t bother. Don’t take a picture. If you like it, I’ll be there. If you don’t, leave me alone.”

Her fans on the other hand say they are concerned for her well-being because looking that skinny isn’t healthy and don’t really want to shame her. Some of the comments are, “She looks so fragile” and “Celine, you are too skinny.”

She says she understands the concerns and convinces her fans she’s feeling beautiful and healthy the way she is. “I’m not anorexic. It pisses people off that I am thin and I don’t make any effort. I have been thin all my life. Nobody in my family is overweight,” she told The Guardian. The superstar also added that she’s “found the wind beneath my wings” and isn’t afraid to take risks and makes bold choices.

Celine claims she’s eating healthy, working hard and is practicing ballet four days a week. She claims there’s nothing her fans should be worried about. “When you go back, when I was 12 years old, my face was rounder because you have more fat when you’re younger…But I’ve always been very thin,” she told PEOPLE.

Honestly, Celine looks satisfied the way she is and I guess people shouldn’t be so harsh on her looks if that’s what makes her happy after everything she’s been through in her life.

An entire family from Mexico City wiped out by COVID-19 in a matter of days – “Take care of your children”

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Monica Pop
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The coronavirus pandemic left millions fearing for their lives after it spread in each country of the world. Governments are struggling to take control of the situation by imposing lockdown and cerfew and asking from the people to socially distance from one another. Regardless, many caught the virus and many died as a result of it.

Mexico wasn’t spared either. Around 230,000 people tested positive and thousands died.

A case from Iztapalapa, Mexico City, shook the country after an entire family died of the virus in less than a month. Relatives of the family are urging people to take the situation with the virus seriously, because it’s real and it’s very dangerous.

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Ricardo Sánchez González, 35, was the first to be tested positive for the virus. He died just an hour and a half after he was admitted to the hospital. His older brother, 45-year-old Julio, died as a result of complications from the virus just a few days after his brother passed away, at the end of April.

The brother’s parents, Emilio Sánchez, 68, and his wife Aurora González were both tested positive for the virus. Emilio died on May 9, and Aurora died a few days later.

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The news of the tragic deaths of this family left many heartbroken. It was a sad thing to hear and the relatives can’t believe the whole family died in such a short time.

María del Carmen, relative, said, “It was a desperate thing, (I felt) powerless seeing death arrive and without being able to do anything. Take care of your children, take care of your parents because it’s a horrible death.”

We are very sorry for the Sánchez González family. Let their story serve as an example that we should all do our best to keep ourselves and those around us protected and safe by respecting the social distancing.

Father makes son confess he raped a girl and takes him to the police station

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Monica Pop
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One father from South Wales got the praise by the whole country for teaching his son a life lesson by making him confess a crime he did. After 47-year-old Jonathan and his wife Sarah learned their 18-year old son Jack Evans was guilty of raping a young girl, they reported the case to the police. People say it was a brave thing to do, knowing that many other parents in their situation would do all in their power to protect their children from serving jail time even though they would know they are guilty. But this family knew the right thing to do was to stand for the girl their son hurt.

The girl never really came forward, and things would remain silent if Jonathan didn’t see the text messages his son was sending to the victim.

In the messages, Jack was telling the girl he raped not to speak to anyone about what happened. Jonathan didn’t think twice before he went to the children’s advice center where he was advised to report the case to the police, which he did.

Speaking to The Mirror, this father said, “I did not march him to the station, I believe you have to own what you did. So I had to make it his choice.” Jonathan wanted Jack to understand that what he did was very wrong and wanted him to accept that he was guilty.

“I am really proud of him for coming to the conclusion that the right thing to do was admit to it. He was a bright lad, he just is made a mistake. I’m hoping being in prison will give him time to reflect,” Jonathan said after his son confessed the crime.

“We wanted to get him to understand what he’s done. He’s taken it in now that what he’s done is wrong. It’s been very difficult but I just wanted to help him. We are strong as a family group and have had lots of support from friends and they are telling me I have done the right thing.”

The case was taken to court. Gareth Williams, who was on the defending side said, as quoted by the Daily Mail, “It is extremely rare for anyone to admit to such a serious offence without there being a complaint,” and asked for a suspended sentence. But Judge Tracey Lloyd-Clarke believed Jack had to serve time for his crime.

“Two months after the rape you apologised to your victim and said you understood why she was upset,” the judge said. “But that text came to the attention of your father and mother who took you to a police station. You told an officer your name and said you’d has sex with the young woman.”

Jack will be serving two years time at a young offender institution and will be listed as a sex offender for 10 years. His father hopes Jack will join him in his engineering company after his sentence is served.

“I would do the same thing again, I would have to because that is my moral standing on it, it is painful but it is right. You cannot get on with your life if you live your life under a lie, as much as this hurts it is the right thing to do,” Jonathan said.

This father knew what was best for his son and we honestly believe that what he did will only make Jack a better person and will provide him with a fresh start.

Tell us what you think of Jonathan’s decision in the comments section below.

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