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Absolutely Fantastic!! - Thank-you sooo much for Sharing. It is children we should consider to motivate us more to take care of the planet. 💚👫🌍 💚
This was Sir David Attenborough’s response when asked by a shy 5yr old boy “what can he do to save the planet?”
When everything feels overwhelming and confusing, this is the simplest and best advice to remember.
theguardian.com/tv-and-radio…
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One of the simplest lessons in life, yet one of the most powerful.
We spend so much time chasing success, recognition and influence that we sometimes forget the impact we can have on someone simply by being kind.
Walk beside someone who is struggling.
Include someone who feels left out.
Recognise someone who feels invisible.
You don’t always need to do something extraordinary to change someone’s life. Sometimes, a little kindness at the right moment is enough.
Success is what you achieve. Character is how you make others feel along the way.
Never underestimate the power of making someone feel seen, valued and included.
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Don’t judge. Choose understanding. You don’t know the whole story.
Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart
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Cleopatra VII (d. 30 BC) was the last active pharaoh of Ptolemaic Egypt, famous for her high intelligence, political skill, and relationships with Roman leaders Julius Caesar and Mark Antony....
Cleopatra, the famous Queen of Egypt, is often remembered for her beauty and powerful relationships with Roman leaders like Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. But there’s more to her than just her royal status. It’s said that Caesar gave Cleopatra the nickname "Golden Mouth," likely due to her impressive skills in communication. She was fluent in more than seven languages, which was quite extraordinary for the time. Many historians believe her linguistic abilities made her a strong leader, capable of connecting with different cultures and people.
Not only was Cleopatra a skilled linguist, but she was also known for her talents as an orator and debater. She could speak passionately about topics ranging from philosophy to politics, and her intelligence made her stand out in a world often dominated by men. Cleopatra used her knowledge of history, economics, and diplomacy to strengthen her position as Queen, making her a sharp and respected ruler in her own right.
While the nickname "Golden Mouth" is often linked to her intellectual abilities, some might wonder if it was also a playful jab at her charm and charisma. After all, Cleopatra had a way of winning over powerful men like Caesar with more than just her words. Whether it was her wit or her beauty, Cleopatra’s legacy continues to intrigue us today.
#drthehistories
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Do angels really play a role in the lives of people here on earth? According to Scripture, if those people are Christians, the answer is absolutely yes.
Much of the work of angels is done without our knowing, and for good reason. Revelation 22 offers an informative illustration. Regarding the visions of Heaven he’d been given, the apostle John wrote, “And when I heard and saw them, I fell down to worship at the feet of the angel who showed them to me” (verse 8 NLT). It seems that the appearance and work of angels can overwhelm our human senses and confuse us as to who deserves our praise and worship.
Occasionally, however, God draws back the cosmic curtain and allows people to see His angelic creation. In Numbers 22:31–33, Balaam’s eyes were opened to the sword-wielding angel of the Lord who stood ready to kill him if he continued his journey. In 2 Kings 6:15–17, the eyes of Elisha’s servant were opened so that he could see the mighty angelic army that was surrounding the Aramean army outside the village of Dothan.
That encounter tracks with these words of David: “For the angel of the Lord is a guard; he surrounds and defends all who fear him” (Psalm 34:7 NLT). The author of Hebrews wrote that angels are “spirits sent to care for people who will inherit salvation” (Hebrews 1:14 NLT).
If you’ve ever wondered how you averted a close call, the answer may be the intervention of an angel. But it’s important to remember that it was an angel doing the work of God. Our heavenly Father is the One who deserves the glory. The angel to whom John mistakenly bowed in Revelation 22 made that quite clear: “But he said, ‘No, don’t worship me. I am a servant of God, just like you and your brothers the prophets, as well as all who obey what is written in this book. Worship only God!’” (verse 9 NLT).
But what about the close call that isn’t averted? What about the tragedy that occurs with no intervention? Where’s the angel then? I’ll tell you where—escorting the believer into God’s presence.
When tragic things happen and life ends suddenly, it may not seem logical to us. But God is still in control. And the angels did their job—guiding us, protecting us, and finally taking us to glory.
When have you or someone you know experienced what seemed like the work of an angel?
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Meet Hugo, the world’s tallest living horse
Hugo, a Shire horse from Northamptonshire, England, has reportedly been recognized by Guinness World Records as the tallest living horse, standing around 1.99 metres (6 feet 5 inches) tall
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⛪️ A CHURCH HIDDEN ON A CLIFF WHERE FEW WOULD DARE TO GO
High above the valleys of northern Ethiopia, hidden on the face of a sheer cliff, is a place that seems almost impossible to reach. Abuna Yemata Guh is an ancient Ethiopian Orthodox rock-hewn church believed to date back to around the 5th century AD. Reaching it requires climbing steep rock faces and narrow ledges, making the journey itself feel like part of the mystery.
But the real surprise waits inside.
Deep within the small church, the walls and domed ceiling are covered with remarkably well-preserved paintings of saints, apostles, and biblical scenes. Their vivid colors and detailed designs have survived for centuries in a place exposed to an unforgiving landscape.
Why would people carve a place of worship so high on a dangerous cliff?
For the early Christian communities of the region, this remote sanctuary may have offered a place of isolation, devotion, and protection. Whatever the original reason, the result is extraordinary: a tiny church suspended high above the valley, carrying artwork and stories that have endured for more than a thousand years.
Standing before Abuna Yemata Guh, one question is hard to escape: how did people create and preserve something this remarkable in a place so difficult to reach?
ALT A CHURCH HIDDEN ON A CLIFF WHERE FEW WOULD DARE TO GO High above the valleys of northern Ethiopia, hidden on the face of a sheer cliff, is a place that seems almost impossible to reach. Abuna Yemata Guh is an ancient Ethiopian Orthodox rock-hewn church believed to date back to around the 5th century AD. Reaching it requires climbing steep rock faces and narrow ledges, making the journey itself feel like part of the mystery. But the real surprise waits inside. Deep within the small church, the walls and domed ceiling are covered with remarkably well-preserved paintings of saints, apostles, and biblical scenes. Their vivid colors and detailed designs have survived for centuries in a place exposed to an unforgiving landscape. Why would people carve a place of worship so high on a dangerous cliff? For the early Christian communities of the region, this remote sanctuary may have offered a place of isolation, devotion, and protection.
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🚨 THIS FORTRESS LOOKS LIKE IT GREW OUT OF THE MOUNTAIN…
High above the famous Blue City of Jodhpur stands Mehrangarh Fort—a colossal fortress so perfectly blended with the rocky hill beneath it that, from a distance, it almost seems as if the mountain itself transformed into a castle.
But behind its breathtaking beauty lies a past filled with war, courage, secrets, and centuries of untold stories.
Its enormous walls were built to withstand invading armies, while hidden behind those same walls are delicate balconies and beautifully carved windows where royal women once watched the world without being seen. Massive gates still bear the scars of battles, silently reminding visitors that this was once a place where survival depended on strength and strategy.
Every stone seems to hold a secret. Every narrow passage feels like it could lead back into another century.
Standing beneath its towering walls, it is difficult not to wonder: how did people hundreds of years ago build something so massive on top of a steep, unforgiving hill?
Mehrangarh is more than just a fort. It is a monument to human ambition—a place where raw nature, architecture, war, beauty, and mystery became one.
And perhaps that is what makes it so unforgettable.
ALT 🚨 THIS FORTRESS LOOKS LIKE IT GREW OUT OF THE MOUNTAIN… High above the famous Blue City of Jodhpur stands Mehrangarh Fort—a colossal fortress so perfectly blended with the rocky hill beneath it that, from a distance, it almost seems as if the mountain itself transformed into a castle. But behind its breathtaking beauty lies a past filled with war, courage, secrets, and centuries of untold stories. Its enormous walls were built to withstand invading armies, while hidden behind those same walls are delicate balconies and beautifully carved windows where royal women once watched the world without being seen. Massive gates still bear the scars of battles, silently reminding visitors that this was once a place where survival depended on strength and strategy. Every stone seems to hold a secret. Every narrow passage feels like it could lead back into another century.
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As the seasons of your life turn, you come to discern who truly matters, who never did, and who, through every season, always will—and you choose your peace accordingly.
Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart
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The advice we give others is often the wisdom we most need to embrace.
Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart
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It's fun to remember how we celebrated the 900th anniversary of the Battle oh Hastings in 1966 the-tls.com/regular-features… @TheTLS I love this Pooh version by E Shepard complete with Latin (it was also 100th anniversary of Winnie the Pooh)
