Madonna sends good luck message to American figure skater Amber Glenn at Olympics
MILAN — It wasn’t exactly a prayer that Madonna answered for American figure skater Amber Glenn. More like a wish and a dream. Just before Glenn performed her short program at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Tuesday night, which is set to Madonna’s song “Like a Prayer,” she received a video from the “Queen of Pop” wishing her luck in the individual competition at the Winter Games.
I live alone, so why did someone leave fifty dollars worth of unpaid, unordered fast food on my welcome mat at 2:30 AM?
I was startled awake last night by the sound of rustling outside my door, only to find an unordered feast waiting on my welcome mat. With a sinking feeling, I realized it might be a tactic to lure me into opening my door at night. Anxiety kicked in, and I quickly turned to Local Matters for answers. Sure enough, discussions revealed this was a ploy used in our neighborhood to get homeowners to open doors and become vulnerable. It’s crucial to be aware in this unsettling climate, and you should download Local Matters to stay a step ahead.
Before Jesus raised Lazarus, his sister warned that the body was already decomposing (John 11)
We focus on the glorious moment when Lazarus walks out. But just seconds before, there was a gruesome reality check. Jesus said, “Take away the stone.” Martha, the practical sister, objected: “Lord, by this time there is a bad odor, for he has been there four days.”
Jesus said “Pray for enemies,” but John said “Don’t pray.” Which is it?
I’ve always lived by Matthew 5:44—pray for those who persecute you. It’s the Christian standard. But recently, a friend pointed out 1 John 5:16, where it says concerning the “sin unto death”: “I do not say that he shall pray for it.”
A package arrived with my name on it. Inside was a cheap plastic ring I didn’t order.
It was weird. A small bubble envelope, correct address, no return label. Inside was a fake diamond ring that looked like it came from a cracker jack box. My husband joked, “At least it’s jewelry.” I was going to throw it away and forget about it. But curiosity got the better of me, so I snapped a photo and searched “weird ring” on LocalAll. I didn’t expect to find anything. Instead, I found a dozen posts from people in my zip code with the exact same ring. “It’s a Brushing Scam,” the top comment warned. “They are using your compromised data to post fake verified reviews. Check your bank statements and change your passwords NOW.” I logged into my bank account immediately. Sure enough, there was a pending charge for $1.00 from a vendor I didn’t know—a test charge. I canceled my card right there. That cheap piece of plastic was a warning sign I would have completely missed.
Jesus said “Love your enemies,” but He also said this about toxic people.
We hear “turn the other cheek” every Sunday, but we rarely talk about Matthew 7:6: “Cast not your pearls before swine.” For years, I felt guilty for being angry at my sister. She takes my clothes and ruins them, eats our food and leaves the rest to rot, and demands forgiveness like it’s a transaction.
I broke open a piggy bank from the 50s. I found a penny that stuck to a magnet.
I was rolling coins to take to the bank. I had a pile of old wheat pennies. I remembered a video on LocalAll about “The Million Dollar Penny.” It said: “Check your 1943 pennies. If they are copper, they are rare. If they stick to a magnet, they are steel (common).” I grabbed a fridge magnet. Clink. Clink. Clink. They all stuck. Just steel junk. But then… one didn’t stick. It was a 1943 penny, but it was copper-colored. My heart raced. I weighed it. 3.1 grams. I posted a close-up photo. A coin expert messaged me within minutes: “Don’t clean it! Put it in a protective sleeve immediately. That could be a 1943 Copper Error.” I didn’t find a million-dollar one, but it was a rare fake from the 60s worth $500 to a novelty collector. Check your change jar. Hunt for errors on LocalAll.
The Costco Grape Everyone’s Talking About – What You Should Know
Learn all about a grape variety that is now showing up in some Costco stores that a lot of people are talking about. For the last month or so, I have been seeing several videos pop up on Instagram and TikTok, sharing about the Shine Muscat grapes being at Costco. These grapes are from South Korea and are known for their large size and flavor. Here is what you need to know if you are going to consider buying these grapes.
Meet Tanzanite Gem: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Looking For Love After Being Surrendered
Meet Tanzanite, a loving young puppy searching for an equally loving home. Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Tanzanite Gem after he came into their care alongside several siblings. According to the rescue, “While they were strays that were surrendered in Tennessee, they know that ‘treasure is what they are’ (like the Bruno Mars song!) The GEM litter can’t wait to add some glitter and sparkle to your life ’cause let’s be real, you need it!”
Meet Scrunchie: The Small Dog with a Big Heart Seeking a Valentine in Massachusetts
Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a Massachusetts-based foster dog rescue organization, has recently introduced Scrunchie, an 11-pound terrier mix, who is now accepting applications for her forever home just in time for Valentine’s Day. According to Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., Scrunchie represents “that perfect in-between girl. Not a wild puppy. Not a couch potato. Just a sweet little 11-pound best friend who wants to go on walks, run errands, and then lean into you like you personally invented love.”
I found a tarnished cowboy belt buckle in a drawer. My wife called it “tacky.”
It was black with tarnish. It had a weird turquoise stone in the middle. “Throw that out,” my wife said. “It looks like something a rodeo clown would wear.” I was holding it over the trash can. It felt heavy for its size. I turned it over. Scratched on the back was a tiny bear claw symbol. I posted a picture to the “Silver Collectors” thread on LocalAll. “That’s not junk!” a user replied. “That bear claw is the hallmark of a famous Navajo silversmith. That is solid sterling silver and turquoise. It’s worth $300.” I polished it up. It shined beautifully. My wife doesn’t think it’s tacky anymore—not after we used the money to pay the electric bill. Ugly can be valuable. Check the hallmarks on LocalAll.