by Bored Buffet | Feb 15, 2014 | Stories
The most talented choral singers in Kentucky gathered at the Hyatt Regency Louisville and filled all 18 stories of the hotel’s lobby to perform the national anthem in celebration of the Winter Olympics. I wish I had been there to hear it live – can you imagine? If that doesn’t make you feel patriotic, check your...
by Bored Buffet | Feb 15, 2014 | Stories
Artist Kumi Yamashita used a very unique medium to create this stunning portrait. Take a look at it to see if you can guess what was used: Can’t guess? Maybe when it’s bigger it becomes a little more obvious: You can see more of Kumi’s work here. Yamashita painstakingly wrapped a single thread around thousands of tiny nails to create the portrait above. I think a masterpiece like that deserves to be...
by Bored Buffet | Feb 15, 2014 | Inspiration, Stories
Owen is a normal little boy who loves to play and spend time with his dog, but he suffers from a rare condition that only affects 30 people worldwide, Schwartz Jampel Syndrome. This affliction keeps his muscles in a state of tension at all times, causing him to live his life in a constant state of pain, and leaving him unable to walk without assistance. His parents say his condition left him afraid to communicate and afraid of people in general, until one day, his mother came across a dog who needed a home. Haatchi had been tied to railroad tracks and lost one of his legs when a train came by. Rescued and in need of a home, she knew he was meant to be theirs. In an instant, Haatchi and Owen connected. You’ve got to see this incredible bond: “I was scared of strangers, but now, he changed my life to not be scared of strangers.” There’s also a wonderful book about their story, available on Amazon. Spread hope today – share this amazing...
by Bored Buffet | Feb 14, 2014 | Stories
Taylor Morris’ story is heartbreaking and life-affirming at the same time. This Valentine’s Day, let’s all be thankful for those who sacrifice so much for our sake. These photos speak for themselves. Image Credit: Tim Dodd Happy Valentine’s Day, and be sure to share this amazing set of...
by Bored Buffet | Feb 14, 2014 | Stories
Okay, I promise this is my last Frozen post this week! I just couldn’t resist sharing this video with you. Lexi Walker leads the One Voice Children’s Choir in an African-themed arrangement of the runaway hit “Let It Go” from Disney’s Frozen. You’ll get chills! (No pun intended) Don’t forget to share this amazing video on...
by Bored Buffet | Feb 14, 2014 | Stories
Valentine’s Day can be a hard day for a lot of people, but no matter how bad you have it this year, it could be so much worse. You could be…well, these people. Hope this makes you laugh! 17. You have to say it reeeeeeaaaaal slow or it won’t work! 16. A see a future full of laser tattoo removal… 15. Do you think we should tell her? 14. Photoshop for the win! 13. She can hang out with the girl who thinks London is outside of England! 12. I don’t think that’s what it’s called. 11. Um, you’re doing it wrong 10. See, I didn’t even know that about Lance Armstrong! Good for him 9. Now that’s change we can all believe in. 8. These people just…I can’t. 7. Let’s get in the car and find out! 6. Big art fan here. (See what I did there? Art fan? I kill me) 5. She must have had a REALLY long flight. 4. But I need your…never mind. 3. Maybe if we give her a quarter, she can call someone and ask. 2. And the parent of the year award goes to…. 1. You know you’re young when… Know someone who needs a laugh? Share this post and maybe we can make the world a smarter place....
