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Shark "Thanks" Diver For Incredible Rescue
Sharks are often misunderstood but this diver knew what was needed and got the job done.
Jessica Adler
January 30, 2024
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OPTIMISM
Many of us spend years dreaming of our “big day” when we get to walk down the aisle to forever tie ourselves to that special someone. As the day approaches, endless amounts of time and a whole lot of money are poured into planning everything down to a T.
But, as we all know, not all things go as planned. These moments of chaos can, however, create some pretty amazing opportunities.
A bride burned by new knowledge about her future husband decided that he would not, in fact, be fulfilling that role in her life. Though the wedding was off the table, she was still faced with making some tough decisions.
The $15,000 wedding reception she had planned was nonrefundable. While she wasn’t in the mood for partying, she thought others might like to.
In an incredible show of generosity, the bride (who wants to remain anonymous) donated her lavish reception to Parents Helping Parents (PHP).
PHP is a nonprofit in San Jose dedicated to supporting individuals with special needs and their families. This organization held a special place in her heart, having previously supported her own family.
Maria Daane, the executive director of PHP, expressed her astonishment at this unprecedented gesture, saying, "I've never heard of anyone ever calling a nonprofit and saying, 'We want to donate a $15,000 party in two weeks to you.'"
The reception was hosted at the elegant Eagle Ridge Golf Club in Gilroy. The occasion became a joyous celebration for over 100 guests from the PHP community.
Children, families, caretakers, and staff were treated to an evening filled with music, delightful food, a photo booth, and even a spectacular fireworks display. The atmosphere was electric with happiness as guests adorned in everything from chic formalwear to vibrant festive sweaters danced and created lasting memories.
Liz Schwartz, a guest who attended with her daughter, captured the essence of the event, telling NBC Bay Area, “It’s wonderful to be included and to have this celebration of who our community is.”
A video of the attendees enjoying their unexpected soirée shows that the bride’s donation was well-placed. Hearts like hers are rare, and we wish her all the best in the future.
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ANIMALS
In the depths of Byron Bay, Australia, diver Iñaki experienced a moment of profound connection with the ocean's creatures. While leading a scuba tour, he encountered a shark with a fishing net obstructing its mouth.
This was no ordinary sighting. It was a call to action. A plea for help from an animal both misunderstood and feared.
Iñaki was undeterred by the shark's formidable reputation. He approached to assist and gently tugged at the string protruding from the shark's mouth.
A delicate dance of trust unfolded between man and marine predator. The shark seemed to sense Iñaki's intent and began to wriggle, aiding in the removal of the net.
This moment shattered the myth of the shark as a mindless aggressor. This was clearly a creature capable of cooperation and perhaps understanding.
After a brief struggle, Iñaki's efforts were successful. The net came free, and the shark swam away, liberated from its entanglement.
The divers who witnessed this extraordinary rescue felt a collective sense of accomplishment. But the story didn't end there.
In a turn of events that would leave Iñaki and his group in awe, the shark returned, accompanied by another. It was a serene, almost celebratory reunion, interpreted by Iñaki as the shark's way of saying 'thank you.'
The video of this encounter transcends barriers between species and shows the unspoken language of gratitude and respect in the natural world.
Iñaki's belief that the shark expressed a silent 'thank you' proves our interconnectedness with all life forms.
💭 QUOTE OF THE DAY
“A seed neither fears light nor darkness, but uses both to grow.”
🗿 ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY…
Did you know that on this day in 1487, the way we mark the passage of time changed forever with the invention of bell chimes?
During the 1400s, the concept of 'o'clock' was just a twinkle in the eye of timekeepers. Before bell chimes, tracking time was like trying to catch a sunbeam with a net – using sundials or hourglasses.
Then, bell chimes entered the scene and suddenly time had a tune!
Before, you only knew it was lunchtime by the sun's position in the sky. Now, with the ring of bell chimes, the townsfolk could synchronize their tea breaks without even looking up from their work!
These chimes were the medieval version of a town-wide group chat, announcing hours for prayers, markets, or even alerting to emergencies. It was like the town's heartbeat, a sound that brought everyone together in a shared rhythm.
This clever invention became a cultural icon, making timekeeping a shared, musical experience that echoed through the ages!
Later on…
1815 - Rising like a phoenix from the ashes, the US Library of Congress was reborn thanks to Thomas Jefferson, who graciously restocked its shelves with a whopping 6,500 volumes from his personal collection.
1956 - Elvis Presley, the King of Rock 'n' Roll, put his iconic twist on Carl Perkins' "Blue Suede Shoes,” a move that had fans all shook up and tapping their own blue suede shoes!
1958 - Dallas, Texas, stepped into the future with the first-ever 2-way moving sidewalk, making strolls through the city a breeze and a bit like gliding on a magic carpet.
1961 - Patsy Cline's heart-wrenching single "I Fall to Pieces" hit airwaves and soared to Billboard Song of the Year 1961.
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