As the holiday season has many running around in a state of crazed madness, it is also a time to find good news – especially in light of the horrific, devastating news about the Connecticut school shooting.
As news organizations deliver us information about global conflicts, U.S. politics, Wall Street, violence, and more, this time of the year also allows these same newsrooms to give us positive stories – stories about the human spirit – stories of sharing and goodness.
I’ve never heard of Possum Trot, Texas – a small, incorporated town near the Louisiana border that is financially poor – but through love, sacrifice, patience, commitment, and genuineness, the members of this community demonstrate their huge heart of gold that serves a role model for humanity.
A Frank Angle 
That is so wonderful. Thanks for an uplifting story. Too bad these stories don’t get as much attention as the bad.
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Carrie,
Yep – this is a good story. In general, evening news broadcasts seems to do good stories as the last segment on Friday evening. Then again, at is a small sliver of their weekly time. Thanks for commenting.
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Thanks, Frank. I second Carrie’s comment. Let’s start publicizing the good more than the bad and maybe we’ll end up with more good than bad.
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Elyse,
Amazing how we humans seems to thrive on negative news. Then again, I guess the “No fires to report today” segment wouldn’t be news. Good thought though. Thanks for sharing.
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I’ve always hated that recently, “news” has come to mean “all the bad things that happened today”. This also shows something I learned first hand – that those with the least, appreciate it (and will give) the most.
And I like the snazzy new “le Blog” sign! (Far too classy for my little hovel.) 😀
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John,
I wonder if news hasn’t always been bad news. For instance, would something no happening be news? Well, except for when we expect it to happen, and it doesn’t
I’ve had the le Blog badge for a few months, but it just came to me to display it. Thanks for commenting.
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Actually, we DID have news about nothing – and all of it good! NYC recently turned in one whole day without a stabbing or a shooting! A whole DAY without a single killing! And it was all over the news. And wouldn’t THAT be refreshing to see, EVERY day!
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John,
Thanks for sharing the good news.
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Frank. Ah, I loved that! Thanks for sharing. It brought tears, but good tears for once.
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Bumble,
I think good tears is a worthy description for this.Glad you appreciated it and thanks for stopping by.
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We so need good news right about now, thanks for providing it!
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SeaShells,
As soon as I saw this one, I knew I had to post it … so, I’m glad I did. Thanks for stopping by.
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Wow Frank, Thanks so much for sharing that. Some good feelings at the perfect time.
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Good Morning Seattle!
This definitely promotes humanity’s good side! Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for stopping by.
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Hi,
A fantastic video, it was so great to see a big company come to the party so to speak and give all those wonderful things not only to the children but the community as well, very enjoyable.
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Mags,
A tip of the cap to WalMart for being an interesting twist to the story. Definitely an example of the beauty of humanity. Thanks for visiting.
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Onions, damn onions, hate when people chops onions next to me.
Thanks Frank.
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Doggy,
So why are you chopping onion? Better yet, what if you didn’t hang around onion choppers? 😉 …. But in the end, nothing like onion symbolism to show appreciation. Thanks for commenting with wit.
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Thanks for highlighting the good side of humanity. Too often all we hear is the bad news. I love the ‘possum’ title. I thought only Aussies knew about possums xx
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Spiced,
We both know there are many examples of goodness, but it’s still good to highlight them.
By the way, we do have the North American possum (spelled opossum) … our only native marsupial. … but they are quite ugly. …. Thanks for stopping by!
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You know Frank, there is just something SO right when good things happen to good people. And it happens much more than we think, all we have to do is look for it, search for it, thanks for making that search a little bit easier this morning.
This definitely falls into the category of…things I love!
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Alex,
Love your words … “there is just something SO right when good things happen to good people.” This is such an interesting stories on many levels. I was in awe when I first saw it, and immediately started looking for the report!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts …. and hope to see you at the party!
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Christmas Eve is gonna be very tight for me, but I’ll be sure to swing by for a Shiner! 😀
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Absolutely … just so you know, I hope the post to go live at 7 pm (your time) on the 23rd (a time saver for the Aussies).
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Wonderful .. that’s what I believe in – people that makes a difference to those that really needs it.
Fantastic – a real Christmas story. Thanks for sharing.
Also heard on the news yesterday that US biggest weapon retailer will not sell to private customers anymore. A step in right direction.
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Viveka,
Great description of “a real Christmas story.” I stand in awe each time I watch and think about these people.
The decision by Dick’s Sporting Goods is huge … well, at least for the moment because time will tell want they do in the future.
Thanks for commenting!
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Yes, 2 great news … that brings smiles to my world.
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The actions of the town citizens are so far removed from usual life as to appear incredible yet this is humanity. Thanks for this one, Frank.
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Cuttlefish,
Another great statement. Interesting how so much of humanity goes under the radar. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
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Great news item, for Christmas or for any time. Wonder how much of this kind of thing goes on that never gets publicity? I hope much more than we imagine.
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Fasab,
Now matter how big or small, graciousness is a genuine gift for humanity by humanity. Many things happen all the time .. then again, the opposite side is the clueless of many. Nonetheless, this is a great story focusing on the good. Thanks for stopping by.
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It’ so great to see a good-news story, Frank. Thanks for sharing this. 😀
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Paradise,
🙂 … and thanks for commenting.
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You are right, stories of goodness and kindness are so needed especially nowadays. Thank you, Frank!
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Marina,
Glad you appreciated the good news story. Many thanks for visiting.
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Sniffle, sniffle…Thanks for such a wonderful story Frank.
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Zannyro,
Yep … but sniffles of joy! Thanks for visiting and commenting.
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Wonderful story, Frank! Thank you for spreading some holiday joy. 🙂
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Good brings more good. Thanks for adding to it!
(turned off the TV pretty much – looking for more positive venues…Christmas and good is out there – that’s my destination – thanks for featuring Possum Trot)
Joy and peace to you!
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Mouse,
Well said! .. and Joy and peace to you as well. BTW – a reminder about the holiday gathering, right here starting at 8 pm Sunday night and lasting at least into most of the 26th. Thanks for stopping by.
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Oh,thanks for the reminder! Jingling is cluttering the brain
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Thanks Frank.
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Oh my goodness. I need to get out the door in a minute and I’m a blubbery mess! This was the PERFECT blessing on my day, Frank. I was feeling a bit overwhelmed with all that is “on my plate” for the day. The people in this amazing little town have just given me the boost I needed. Wow! I’m so glad you shared it.
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Debra,
So much about live involves perspective … and these people have a wonderful perspective! Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for stopping by.
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I love to hear something positive amongst all the negative. Thanks for this!
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H.E.,
Amazing how those with so little and about to give so much … and much more than just tossing money at something. Glad you enjoyed this and thanks for stopping by. …. and I hope you stop by my holiday party currently in progress … and for a couple of days.
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