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A Blessing in Every Sip and Bite
Some of the most delectable specialty foods available online come with a heavenly backstory.

Steven Hansen
14 hours ago8 min read


Tiny Homes, Huge Vibes!
It seems like more and more people are downsizing these days, trading square footage for simplicity, sustainability, and a sense of freedom. The shift away from “McMansion” living gained traction around 2012 with digital nomads and the #vanlife movement, as Millennials embraced experiences over possessions and remote working flexibility. Soon, Gen X and Boomers joined in, redefining what it means to live lightly. One creative and affordable outcome of this trend is the tiny h

Steven Hansen
Nov 83 min read


Where Could You Live Your Best Life? (Update)
The growing desire that many have to find a new place to live isn’t just about escaping — it’s about arriving.

Steven Hansen
Oct 158 min read


Truly Human How-To Videos
Need to gift wrap a car? Convince a cat to love you? Talk like Donald Duck? Look no further!

Steven Hansen
Sep 253 min read


Crime, Couch, Catharsis
When a homeowner pitches in to rob his own apartment, the real dramedy begins in this quirky new short from Ballard C. Boyd. Night...

Steven Hansen
Sep 81 min read


Beyond the Selfie: How to Truly Savor Your Travel Moments
Some of our richest memories are made when we take a vacation. Leaving home, stepping out of our day-to-day routines and traveling to...

Steven Hansen
Aug 273 min read


We Sentence You to a Good Night's Sleep
A compelling recent research study of 50 adults has shown that hearing relaxing words during sleep can enhance our sleep quality --...

Steven Hansen
Aug 92 min read


Paul Bunyan’s Ginormous Bake-Off
We are heading into the “silly season.” Traditionally, these were the drowsy, late summertime days when major news stories became scarce...

Steven Hansen
Jul 252 min read


Jobs They Love: Hospital School Teacher
These special teachers provide continuity in education for children receiving medical treatment, ensuring that learning remains part of the healing process.

Steven Hansen
Jul 135 min read


Tiny Peephole Cinemas Reopen in Brooklyn and San Francisco
There’s no denying the fact that public art installations like street murals, sculpture, and interactive fountains can enliven our...

Steven Hansen
Jul 32 min read


What Smells So Good You Would Write a Love Letter to It?
Certain smells automatically make us feel better or awaken recollections of happy times in our lives. That’s because when you inhale an...

Steven Hansen
Jun 236 min read


Why They Show Up: Defending the Heart of the Public Library
Public libraries in America have transformed over the years beyond being quiet buildings full of books. They have evolved into dynamic...

Steven Hansen
Jun 132 min read


Best-Tasting Tap Water? Head to Emporia, Kansas
It's official! The city of Emporia, Kansas, has won the Gold Medal for having the best-tasting tap water in the 2025 Berkeley Springs...

Steven Hansen
Jun 32 min read


Sky, Road, Rail: These POV Vids Whisk You Away
Travel is escape. Whether by train, plane, automobile — or even on foot. Leaving our everyday routine lifts us into something new,...

Steven Hansen
May 205 min read


Novel Escapes: Books That Totally Absorbed Us
Here are the books that readers say totally captivated them to the point they lost all awareness of their own real time and place.

Steven Hansen
May 138 min read


Enjoy 3 Minutes of Musical Paradise
Springtime – the most beautiful time of year in the northern hemisphere!

Steven Hansen
Apr 282 min read


Visit the Starriest Night Sky Places in the World
Find out where the night skies are darkest around the world.

Steven Hansen
Apr 162 min read


Get Ready for Your Glow Up NYC!
The Big Apple’s most stunning lightshow is set for a limited run between May 28 and July 12, 2025. It’s called Manhattanhenge. If you’re...

Steven Hansen
Apr 52 min read


Dogs Help Us Live Longer, Happier Lives
Domesticated pets – dogs and cats, rabbits, budgies and even goldfish -- rely on us for their food, shelter, care, and emotional...

Steven Hansen
Mar 312 min read


What About Our Bucket Lists Now?
Is it realistic to keep a personal bucket list during times of fear and uncertainty in the world around us? Most people these days feel...

Steven Hansen
Mar 135 min read
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