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Seven Things You Must Do in Ireland – And Where to Find the Best Pint Along the Way
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (704+ words) There’s a particular kind of traveller who arrives in Ireland expecting a postcard and leaves having had something closer to a family reunion with people they only met four days earlier. I don’t entirely understand the mechanics of this, but…...
The simple idea that lets grandparents read bedtime stories to grandchildren — even when they’re hundreds of kilometres away
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (440+ words) One of the hardest parts of raising children away from family is knowing how much they miss in the everyday moments. Grandparents miss bedtime stories and cuddles on the couch, aunties miss hearing the latest funny phrase or favourite obsession,…...
The funniest things kids say: proof that children have absolutely no filter – and we love them for it
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (282+ words) Starts at 60 The funniest things kids say: proof that children have absolutely no filter – and we love them for it There is a particular kind of humour that only children can pull off – completely unintentional, utterly logical from their perspective,…...
Three pregnancy jokes that will deliver a good laugh
4+ mon, 3+ day ago (393+ words) Need a quick giggle? These three pregnancy jokes – from a cheeky classroom answer to a doctor’s hilarious observation – are sure to deliver a smile. Three pregnancy jokes that will deliver a good laugh Sometimes the best jokes are the ones that…...
Toy maker Mattel adds autistic Barbie to doll line
5+ mon, 4+ week ago (499+ words) Mattel Inc. is introducing an autistic Barbie as the newest member of its line intended to celebrate diversity, joining a collection that already includes Barbies with Down syndrome, a blind Barbie and a Barbie and a Ken with vitiligo. Mattel…...
Why falling asleep with the TV on could be harming your health
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (355+ words) Ever nodded off with the soft glow of the TV keeping you company? You’re not alone — but it might be time to rethink that bedtime habit. American emergency doctor Dr. Joe Whittington has warned that drifting off in front of…...
Why I mentor today’s young people
9+ mon, 5+ day ago (288+ words) Youth mentoring is something anyone can do, a little bit of time, some life experience, an open mind and a willingness to listen is all you need to get started. Pretty soon you realise that its likely you are getting…...
Daily Joke: Grandma’s revenge
11+ mon, 5+ day ago (66+ words) When a six-year-old opened a birthday gift from his grandmother, he discovered a water pistol. He squealed with delight and headed for the nearest sink. His Mother was not so pleased. She turned to Grandma and said, “I’m surprised at…...