Good News Notes: “Every year, monarch butterflies from all over the western U.S. migrate to coastal California, to escape the harsh winter weather. In the 1980s and ’90s, more than a million made the trip each year. Those numbers have plummeted by more than 99% in recent years. “The last few years we’ve had less…
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Ridley couple creates ‘Keep Delco Smiling’ nonprofit
Good News Notes: “Most people choose hobbies that make them smile. Woodlyn residents Amanda McGuigan and her husband Scott Andersen enjoy a hobby that not only makes them smile, but makes countless other residents of Delaware County smile, too. McGuigan and Andersen are the founders and operators of “Keep Delco Smiling,” a local nonprofit organization…
These biodegradable facemasks bloom into flowers when planted after use
Good News Notes: “A Dutch designer has created biodegradable facemasks made from rice paper that will transform into flowers when planted. Face masks are now part of our daily lives and are likely to remain so for months, if not years. But while they may be essential in stopping the spread of coronavirus pandemic, they…
Brits rely on flower power to get them through COVID winter
Good News Notes: “Flowers may just power Brits through the pandemic this winter. Sales of plants and bulbs are skyrocketing across the UK, especially for ones that healing properties, numbers show. Customers who shop at Gardening Express can’t get enough of medicinal plants such as echinacea, gingko, sambucus and green tea, the online store told the Guardian. Sales…
Random Acts of Kindness That’ll Give You Hope
Good News Notes: “Life as we know it has changed significantly as the novel coronavirus pandemic spreads across countries and continents around the world. From closed restaurants and bars to spending more time indoors, staying at home and away from friends and family has become a way of life. Thankfully, acts of kindness, no matter…
Dad’s explanation for why he still helps his ex-wife after divorce goes viral
Good News Notes: “A Boston dad is reminding parents that just because you’re divorced doesn’t mean you can stop being kind to one another. Billy Flynn Gadbois wrote a Facebook post about how he woke up early to buy flowers, cards and breakfast ingredients so his kids could surprise their mom, his ex-wife, on her birthday.”…
Arizona Flower Market Encourages Random Acts of Kindness by Giving Away Free Flower Bunches
Good News Notes: “The free flowers are being given away in celebration of Petal it Forward, a floral industry event that spans all 50 states created by SAF (Society of American Florists). Florists all over the country are excited about sharing the feel-good proposition of giving away free flowers in their communities and encouraging the…
Roadside wildflower meadows are springing up across the UK – and they're helping wildlife in a big way
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