A young Utah resident has had her classroom civics lessons suddenly explode into life after some crayon drawings she made of a better playground became reality. Her mom brought her to city hall along with her drawing, and being that a new playground was already budgeted for, they followed 11-year-old Rosili Olson’s lead. Olson, now […] The post Girl Submits a Drawing to Upgrade Playground for Little Kids–And the City Hall Built It appeared first on Good News Network.

The word sidekick is different in cartoons than it is in comics. Sidekicks in comics tend to be characters who act as younger versions of the main character, like Robin to Batman or Speedy to CONTINUE READING... The post What Makes a Sidekick? appeared first on The Retro Network.

Why learn how to tie knots? This useful skill is handy around the homestead and could even help save your life one day! 10 Practical Knots You Need To Know How To Tie Over the centuries, knot tying has been passed down from generation to generation. It's an important skill whether you want to hit the high oceans, scale a high mountain, or live a simple life living off grid. Tying knots prove to be useful when you're working around your homestead. Unfortunately, there are still numerous people who don't know how to tie knots. So today we will explore the art of tying knots and master this amazing yet underrated skill. Source: Fix.com Blog A special shout out to Fix.com for this amazing infographic.   Tying The Knot A Guide to Knots for Boating, Camping, and Fishing   Camping Knots Bowline image via trailmeister Directions: Form a small loop on the end of the rope. Pass the free end of the line through the loop, bring around behind the line. Bring free end down in the original loop while maintaining the secondary loop, which will become the bowline loop. Pull end up to tighten. Uses: Creates a loop at the end of a rope that won’t shrink, slip, or expand Securing a trap Mountain climbing Clove Hitch image via boyslife Directions: Make a loop of rope around the tree. Make another loop and pass the free end of the rope under the second loop. Tighten. Uses: Securing a line to a tree or post quickly; may slip if other knots are not used to back it up. Fasten a shelter together.  Square Knot image via instructables Directions: Lap right over left. Tie again in reverse direction—left over right. Uses: Tying Bandages Tying packages Joining sections of survival cordage Tying shorter ropes together Tying a bundle of firewood   #Upgrade your homestead this year with these amazing tips on making it homier! ???? https://t.co/TwKZ8lyzEG — Homesteading (@HomesteadingUSA) February 24, 2017   Fishing Knots Blood Knot Directions: Overlap end of lines to be joined. Twist one around the other 5 times. Bring end back between two lines. Repeat with the other end, wrapping in opposite direction. Slowly pull lines in opposite directions. Turns will gather. Clip ends close to a knot. Uses: To secure to fishing lines together Used frequently in fly fishing The Improved Clinched Knot image via fishingknots Directions: Thread line through eye of hook. Wrap around line 5 or more times. Bring the end of the line through the first loop, then behind the eye, then through the large loop. Pull on end to tighten the coils. Slide tight against the eye. Uses: One of the most important fishing knots Secures hooks, lures, and swivels in line Palomar Knot image via onthelake Directions: Double 6 inches of line and pass it through eye of the hook. Tie a loose overhand knot with hook hanging from bottom. Pass the loop over the hook. Slide loop above eye of the hook. Pull on both ends to tighten down onto eye. Clip end. Uses: Securing a hook/swivel to fishing line Fastening a fly to a leader   Hiking Knots Sheet Bend image via survivallife Directions: Bend the thicker/more slippery rope into a “J” shape or fish hook. Pass the other rope through the fish hook from behind. Wrap around the entire fish hook once. Tuck the smaller line under itself. Uses: Joining two ropes with different diameters together Taut Line Hitch | Directions: Wrap rope around a post or tree several feet from the free end. Coil the free end twice around the standing line, working back toward the post. Make one coil around the standing line on the outside of the coils just made. Tighten the knot and slide it to adjust the tension. Uses: Anchor a tent Grips well when taut Two Half Hitches image via christinedemerchant Directions: Wrap around pole/tree. Wrap around the line in the same direction twice. Pull tight. Uses: Secures line to trees, poles, or rock   Sailing Knots Fisherman’s/Anchor Knot image via christinedemerchant Directions: Wrap twice around shackle. Pass end behind the standing line and through the first turns. Pull tight. Tie a half hitch around the standing line. Pull tight. Seize the free end. Uses: Secure rode to anchor. Secure line to post Figure 8 image via backpacker Directions: Pass the free end of a line over itself to form a loop. Continue under and around the line’s end. Pass the free end down through the loop. Uses: Stopper knot at the end of rope necessary to tie several harder knots Carrick Bend [Sailor’s Knot] image via scoutpioneeringDirections: Form a basic loop with the larger size rope(red rope illustration and lay loop on top of and across working end of second rope. Remember sequence: over, under, over, under, over. Ends come out on opposite sides of the knot. Seize ends to the standing parts of the ropes. Uses: Joins two ropes together (i.e. towing hawsers and cables) Easier to untie than a square knot. Knots, though small, give the extra support you need for many of your favorite outdoor activities. Master these basic knots today!   These are just the basics of the many ways to tie knots. However, under any circumstances, you’ll find these essential, whether for a simple task in your homestead, enjoying outdoor activities, or many other scenarios you’ll find knowing how to tie knots useful. Thus, learning how to tie knots is a must-learn skill for everyone, homesteader or not, as life will present many unanticipated challenges. Will you now master the skill of tying knots? Let us know in the comments section below! Want more useful projects about knots? Check out Paracord projects here! You'll find useful paracord knots and ideas that can provide a lot of help around your homestead.  Follow us on Instagram, twitter, pinterest, and facebook!  

An animal shelter in St. Louis, Missouri shares the story of Cardi B – a bald dog they helped rescue, recover, and find a foster home after being left abandoned in an empty field in July of this year. “Sadness surrounds us,” that’s how the Stray Rescue of St. Louis started their Facebook post for a bald dog they helped rescue in July. The animal shelter shared that a Good Samaritan was driving when they pulled over to the side of the road after seeing “a lone crate set in the tall, green grass.” “It is empty, but there are figures beside it,” the animal shelter wrote. “As you approach, you cover your mouth with your hand. Next to the crate is a dog that has passed away, hit by a car. And next to him is an old dog, missing all of her hair, and suffering from a broken pelvis. She can’t get up or walk.” After the terrifying and heartbreaking scene before her, the Good Samaritan became so angry but made sure the dog gets the help she needs. “Thankfully, the finder made it her duty to help them. She is a hero. She called all over but couldn’t get anyone to help this dog,” Stray Rescue of St. Louis continued. Thankfully, Stray Rescue of St. Louis got a call from the Good Samaritan a few days after she found the dog. “She named the female Cardi B, and she brought her to Stray Rescue for emergency medical care.” Initially, the Good Samaritan who rescued Cardi B, Sarah Barney, made a post about the dog’s situation but got no rescue interest. Thankfully, her good friend, Julie Christofferson, shared the story on her Facebook, which helped them get help for the dog. Christofferson shares, “She [the dog] wasn’t alone, sadly her sweet pup friend did not survive and she didn’t leave his side.” She also shares the condition they found Cardi B in. She said, “her condition is absolutely horrific.” She explains that Cardi B had ‘unbelievable’ hair loss from thousands of fleas and has burns all over her body, “which the vet says are likely from urine and feces scalds from being crammed into a tiny crate and left to sit for days on end”. Furthermore, her teeth were also ground down to nothing and is suffering from anemia that she couldn’t even get up on her own. “To think of what she’s been through in her few short years is devastating to fathom. Her sweet pup friend suffered from the same deplorable conditions,” Christofferson wrote. After a week since Cardi B was rescued, Stray Rescue of St. Louis shared an update saying that the dog “has done a 180”. The animal shelter also discovered that Cardi B is already an old lady! She’s 13 years old, but for her, life’s just about to be good! “After just one week of love, nutrition, medical care, and a set of WHEELS, this girl is on the move,” the animal shelter shares. “She’s 13 years old and READY to live her life the way it’s meant to be lived! With tons of love and care.” Today, Cardi B is living the life she so rightfully deserves: happy, safe, and loved. A few months after Cardi B’s rescue, the animal shelter shared the pooch’s ‘Glow Up’ on October with a series of photos. “After spending some time in our clinic, she went to a foster home,” they shared. “Those puppy eyes! You can just tell how much better she feels. Her foster says she’s been getting up on her own.” The animal shelter also shares that Cardi B loves chasing balls and enjoys swimming now – “That is what it’s all about,” they wrote. “Cardi B, we love you, baby! Thank you, thank you to everyone who supports rescue dogs, they deserve the help,” Stray Rescue of St. Louis wrote.

If true, this would take sleep talking to a whole new level.

A giant squid, measuring an impressive 10 meters in length, was discovered washed ashore on the beach of El Sablon, in the small town of Llanes, Spain, on Friday, October 11. This rare find has sparked excitement among local scientists, as only 21 of these creatures have ever been documented worldwide. Known as Architeuthis Dux, or more commonly, the “giant squid,” this deep-sea dweller is notoriously difficult to observe in its natural habitat due to its preference for the ocean’s depths. Reaching lengths of up to 17 meters and weighing as much as 300 kg, the giant squid ranks as one of the largest cephalopods on the planet. The giant squid is often compared to the legendary kraken, a sea monster from Scandinavian folklore said to be capable of sinking ships with its massive tentacles. In reality, however, the giant squid poses no significant threat to humans. Despite its formidable size, it’s relatively harmless, though it cannot be consumed due to the high levels of ammonia in its flesh, which gives it a foul taste and makes it toxic. The Cantabrian Sea is one of the few habitats on Earth where this rare species is found, making it a focal point for scientific research. Researchers are particularly interested in understanding more about these mysterious creatures, from their behavior to their role in the marine ecosystem. As for why this squid ended up stranded on the shores of Llanes, the exact cause remains unclear. Marine biologists speculate that changes in ocean currents or shifts in the underwater ecosystem may have contributed to the squid’s unusual appearance. The post Rare Giant Squid Washes Ashore in Spain, One of Only 21 Worldwide appeared first on Anomalien.com.

She ended her silence. Vice President Kamala Harris last week broke with previous campaign strategy and showed up for the podcasts, the daytime liberal talk shows, and the town hall. Most of the people who watched or listened had already made up their minds, but the internet sent awkward and embarrassing clips from those interactions a little farther than the reach of the shows themselves. Voters got a closer look, and her polling numbers continued to drop. If talking to sex podcasters about their mutual love for abortion had helped with swing-state voters, she wouldn’t be going on Fox News and trying to go on Joe Rogan’s show. So she escalated. What choice does she have? On Wednesday night, she’ll sit down with Fox News’ Bret Baier. Word is out that her team is negotiating to get her onto Joe Rogan’s podcast next. While neither will quite satiate what her critics and fans are looking for, both are a sign of where the Democrats see an emergency brewing. First, the optics. While Fox News might seem like a lions’ den for Democrats, Fox’s news hosts are far from the snarling caricatures liberals like to paint them as. Their opinion side might join with Republicans, but the news operation is largely moderate — and appears conservative only in comparison to its nakedly partisan competitors. And though Baier is a far fairer interviewer than ABC’s David Muir and his fellow throne-sniffers, he’s no pit bull. Expect a firm but respectful interview. Joe Rogan is another animal entirely. The man has long refused to interview powerful people. He believes those who have large soapboxes don’t need to use his, and this philosophy has helped him build a massive and idiosyncratic following. He has slowly rejected the Democrats generally and Harris specifically, but he’s also been slow to embrace his newfound role as a potential kingmaker. It’s clear he finds the crown an uncomfortable fit. Even if Rogan green-lights an interview with Harris and former President Donald Trump (as is rumored), don’t expect fireworks. It’s not his style. He wants to know the person behind the headlines. It’s a long conversation — not a 10-minute interview. Can Harris endure the kind of “scrutiny” a two-hour on-air conversation demands? And here’s where it gets interesting. Because the answer is almost certainly not. Harris appears mechanical during a 15-minute interview with “60 Minutes.” Conversation is a definitive low point for Harris when you’re talking policy. She gets better and more energized talking about her personal life, but when she’s allowed to riff more than a few moments, her make-believe biography-pandering hits parody levels. A couple of hours with Rogan? Not a chance. That’s how we got here, anyway. If Harris was good at this, she wouldn’t have gone on last week’s media blitz. If talking to sex podcasters about their mutual love for abortion had helped with swing-state voters, she wouldn’t be going on Fox News and trying to go on Rogan’s show now. Which brings us back to the first problem: not being good at it. Then again, when you’ve raised a billion dollars in three months, anything is possible. Blaze News: Senior Harris campaign adviser says Dems are in ‘freakout’ mode because her lead over Trump was fake Blaze News: 'The View' host Sunny Hostin says media outlets need to do more to help Kamala Harris Sign up for Bedford’s newsletter Sign up to get Blaze Media senior politics editor Christopher Bedford's newsletter.

It could issue one simple directive to universities: Expel students who call for violence against Jews, or lose federal funding.