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“I don’t know” are three of the most powerful words in the English language

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Have you ever been asked a question that you didn’t know the answer to? Of course the answer to that question is yes.

After all, there isn’t a human being alive today who knows everything there is to know about every possible topic. That’s easily confirmed simply by watching an episode or two of the popular Jeopardy! quiz show.

Have you ever wished you could do something that you simply didn’t have the skills you would need in order to accomplish it?

Well here’s the thing: we don’t need to know everything about everything in order to succeed in life. Consider the following questions…  [Read more…]

Time-lapse video: The stunning beauty of Yosemite

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It’s no secret that Yosemite National Park is home to some of the most beautiful and intriguing scenery on the planet.

From the iconic face of Half-Dome to the numerous scenic waterfalls, there is something magical to see at every turn.

The short, but awesome time-lapse video below features the beauty of Yosemite in ways that you’ve likely never seen before. As you watch the video please keep in mind that it was created by combining thousands of still images, much the same way the old hand-drawn cartoons of yesteryear were created.  [Read more…]

Modern cars sustain more damage in accidents than older cars (and that’s actually a good thing)

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Have you ever witnessed an auto accident in which one or more cars was so badly damaged that you just knew it had to be fatal, only to learn later that the passengers sustained only minor injuries.

Well, that happens a lot these days, and there’s a simple reason why…

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Video: The amazing natural beauty of rainbows

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Have you ever seen a very colorful rainbow and just stared in awe at the beauty it added to the landscape around you?

I sure have and I truly believe rainbows are among our Creator’s most magnificent gifts.

The physics behind the creation of rainbows has been well-known for many years but the awe they inspire never seems to fade. Not for me anyway.  [Read more…]

Simple tip for preventing your car from getting stolen

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You’d think after all these years the auto manufacturers would have figured out a way to prevent the cars and trucks they make from getting stolen.

But sadly, grand theft auto is still one of the most common (and most profitable) crimes being perpetrated today.  [Read more…]