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| | | | On this day in 1989, the Loma Prieta earthquake struck Northern California with a magnitude of 6.9, killing 63 people and causing widespread damage. Significantly, the quake struck just minutes before Game 3 of the World Series was set to begin at San Francisco’s Candlestick Park, delaying the game and thrusting the region into emergency response mode. |
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| | OUR FAVORITE COMMENTS | “I majored in Spanish in college (graduated in 1978) and I have lost much, but not all, of it. I would love to go to Mexico or another country for an immersive experience.” “I look forward to doing more educational travel. I am currently researching art/music history and or participant programs in Europe. Any suggestions?” “If we travel, it's mostly for entertainment, but I certainly wouldn't mind some educational information while enjoying myself. History and science would be of most interest to me.” “Regardless of where I travel, I love learning about the history and culture of the places I am visiting. Colonial Williamsburg is one of my favorite historical places to visit.” “I like to explore state parks in whatever state I'm visiting.”
| | 10 Ways to Show Up at Reunions with Confidence—and Find New Joy in Old Faces | As reunions or family gatherings approach, nerves can bubble up—even for those of us who’ve grown wiser with age. One thoughtful guide suggests shifting the focus away from self‑consciousness and toward compassion, curiosity, and authenticity. | First, remind yourself: it’s not really about you. Everyone attending will be managing their own uncertainties and memories. Letting go of perfection takes pressure off. Many of us carry stories from our younger years—about popularity, looks, or mistakes—that no longer serve us. Reframing those tales can free us to engage more fully in the present. | Rather than measuring the event by who “recognizes you” or how you appear, consider giving yourself a different goal—like listening deeply, learning what’s changed for others, or understanding their most meaningful lessons. Vulnerability can be powerful, but it doesn’t need to be broadcast everywhere. Share gently—test the waters with honesty, and lean back if the response feels surface-level. | Conversation can feel awkward after decades apart, so it helps to come prepared with good questions: the little ones (“What surprised you about life?”) and the thoughtful ones (“What have you learned since high school?”). Let people’s responses lead you toward stories that go beyond the familiar. | Laughter is another secret weapon. Make it a goal to laugh twenty times, even if you have to invite humor in yourself. Finally—and gently—allow yourself to simply be you. That means releasing the pretense, embracing the growth in who you are now, and acknowledging that nothing you did then defines your worth today. | READ MORE | |
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| Slang Phrase of the Day | Phrase: Wind-whispered | Meaning: The phrase wind-whispered is a poetic or descriptive expression that refers to something being softly carried or communicated by the wind. It evokes a gentle, almost magical sense of nature "speaking" in hushed tones—often used in literature to describe subtle messages, memories, or feelings stirred by a breeze. | In a sentence: "As she sat on the porch with her cup of tea, the wind-whispered rustle of the trees brought back memories of childhood summers spent under those very same oaks.” | |
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| Good News of the Day | North America’s Largest Wildlife Overpass Is Working: Animal Collisions on I-25 Down 91% | In March, GNN reported that North America’s largest wildlife overpass had opened in December over Interstate 25 near Larkspur, in Colorado. Now, 10 months on from its opening, data has demonstrated that the 6-lane lifeline for bears, elk, moose, and other animals is working, with 91% fewer collisions between wildlife and vehicles. Measuring 200 feet […] | READ MORE | |
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