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Old Man Donovan was a mean man who hated children. He threw rocks at them and even shot at them with a shotgun. At least that's what we had heard.

His small farm bordered our neighborhood where my younger sister, Leigh Ann, and I lived when we were growing up. His farm was long, narrow, and quaint. It held two treasures. One was his beautiful fruit.

There were many varieties of fruit: pears, apples,and lots more I just can't think of. The fruit naturally drew the children to his land. It made them into thieves. But my sister and I didn't dare to take his fruit because of the horrible rumors we had heard about Old Man Donovan.

One summer day, we were playing in a nearby field. It was time to head back home. My sister and I were feeling very daring that day. There was a short cut to our house that went through the Donovan farm. We thought he wouldn't be able to see us run across his property around the luscious(可口味美的) fruit trees. We were almost through the farm when we heard, "Hey,girls!" in a gruff (粗哑的), low voice. We stopped dead in our tracks! There we were, face to face with Old Man Donovan. Our knees were shaking. We had visions of rocks pounding our bodies and bullets piercing our hearts.

"Come here," he said, reaching up to one of his apple trees. Still shaking, we went over to him. He held out several ripe, juicy, red apples. "Take these home," he commanded .We took the apples with surprised hearts and ran all the way home. Of course, Leigh Annand I ate the apples.

As time went on, we often went through Old Man Donovan's farm, and he kept on giving us more luscious fruit. One day, we stopped by to see him when he was on his front porch (门廊). We talked to him for hours. While he was talking, we realized that we had found the other hidden treasure: the sweet, kind heart hidden behind his gruff voice. Soon, he was one of our favorite people to talk to.

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Every summer, we would visit Mr. Donovan and talk to him.

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The next winter, word got around that Old Man Donovan had died.

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In the Hujiayuan community in Beijing, an old building that (house) a boiler to heat apartments has been transformed to provide facilities, including a medical center for elderly and a fitness center.

The boiler room site had been vacant since winter 2016, heating pipelines(管道) in the community were taken over by the government. (support) by the Beijing government, work on an improvement project began in 2017, and about 660 households have equally benefited. Lyu Yuhong, 73, who has lived in the community for more than 30 years, said the improvements have made her life much (easy), as she can now visit a doctor and exercise in her neighborhood.

By the end of 2021, the government (identify) 100 such projects in seven districts aimed at improving transportation, upgrading greenery work, and providing (addition) public facilities to improve the quality of living. Liu Daizong, program director at the World Resources Institute, said it is vital to improve the living environment for (resident) in Beijing. "Redesigning a street can change its appearance and make it more   (order), but after this work is done, vehicles may still occupy the street. The way you manage this is (keep) the order of the street from the start by clarifying its functions." Liu added.

I'd always wanted to study medicine to help release the world from sufferings but, believing I was not bright enough, I left school at 15 and didn't return to education until my 30s.2 the fact that the commute (通勤) was tough and the money was3, I kept going this time. I dreamed of becoming a doctor who made a(n)4.

I spent five years at medical school learning how to fix things, but after graduation, when I worked in a hospital, I soon discovered there were many things in life I was unable to5. It wasn't the workload I struggled with, though. What I found really6 was the emotional load. As a doctor, I knew I would7 upsetting things. I knew I would watch people die and I knew I would see the most awful things. However, being always present at all these moments became a8 for me.

I knew I needed a solution to it, and I finally9 writing. Writing allowed me an escape, a door into another world, and it also helped to10 my anxieties. Writing, something I had started as a form of treatment, now gave me success, an exit card, and a chance of self-protection.11 I was wondering whether I was a doctor or a writer. Having thought thick and thin, I12 my job and took the writing. It was not a decision I made13. I knew if I didn't put myself first, I would eventually disappear.

I still work on the wards (病房) now, but as a(n)14. There are times when you need to focus on yourself. If you have walked so far down a rough road, you may find it15 to head back because walking away is often the safest route of all.

Here are some scientifically proven but simple ways to cultivate satisfaction.

Help other people. Whether lending a hand or offering a handout, giving to others has been found to make you feel better. A study from the University of British Columbia found that people who spent money on gifts for others or gave to charity reported being happier than people who spent cash on themselves. . And there's a big bonus: giving your time to help others is also associated with better health.

Listen to music. , according to research from the University of Missouri, especially if you actively try to be happier when you're listening. Psychologists from Goldsmiths, University of London also found that people who listened to positive music judged a grey square to look brighter than it actually was.

. You might need to listen to cheerful music to improve your frame of mind, but it's not the same when it comes to movies, according to academics at Ohio State University. Watching a tragic film appeared to make viewers reflect on their own relationships and realize how much better off they were than the characters in the movie.

Meditate (冥想). Mindfulness meditation which focuses on experiencing the here and now has been shown to increase feelings of contentment. What's more, researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital in the US looked at brain scans of 16 people who took part in an eight- week mindfulness meditation course and found changes in the brain.

Go outdoors. Numerous studies have found being outside is an effective pick-me-up.   But best of all, according a University of Sussex and LSE study, is a visit to the coast. Researchers asked people to log their happiness levels on a "Happiness" app and being by the sea on a warm weekend day came out top.

A. Watch a sad film

B. Go to movies with friends

C. Optimistic music can have a positive effect on our well-being

D. If it's a green space, even if it's just your local park, that's better still

E. They indicated less stress and heightened self-awareness and compassion

F. Volunteering can make you feel good too, according to a number of studies

G. Simply write down the little things you're grateful for, whether that's a nice cup of tea or spotting a pretty bird in the garden

That may be about to change. Engineer Xinge Yu of the City University of Hong Kong and his colleagues have developed a lightweight, flexible and wireless smell interface that can precisely deliver smells such as pineapple or green tea to VR users and more fully immerse them in scented virtual worlds. Previous smell interfaces have typically used bottles of liquid perfume, an atomizer (a device that turns liquids into a fine mist) and some method of blowing the atomized droplets out. This works, but it is rigid and has limited operating time between refills, and it does not easily allow for controlling intensity. These drawbacks have made the devices less practical for VR systems.

The new design uses small wax pads filled with scents that are heated by an electrode (电极) to release a smell. A thermistor senses the temperature, which controls the smell's intensity. The study describes two different device formats. The first is small enough that it can be stuck to a user's top lip, but it includes only two smell generators. The second is worn like a face mask and has nine. Both are customizable with a selection of 30 smells, including ginger, clove, mojito and coconut milk. Different combinations can be blended at varying intensities to create thousands of possible fragrances.

The study includes demonstrations of possible applications beyond just enhancing VR, including communicating messages by smell and arousing emotions. The researchers suggest the devices could even be used to ease depressed mood or promote recall in people with age-related cognitive decline. "Scent is directly connected to the emotional and memory parts of the brain, so there are a lot of applications related to well-being and health," Amores says.

To solve this problem, communities are bringing libraries to where the kids are: in the streets. The little libraries consist of boxes that are set up outside of houses or public spaces and are filled with books. People can take books they haven't read and donate ones they have to the libraries.

Street Library Australia, a nonprofit, was started by Nick Lowe after he saw a Little Free Library on a trip to the USA. After an initial workshop in 2015 to build 30 libraries, the idea mushroomed and now there are 4,500 registered street libraries in Australia. "It just grew and grew," he said.

The libraries come in all shapes and sizes. These libraries are completely voluntary and anyone can start one.

Pamela Zielke, who runs a library called Pam's Pantry, gives out toys and craft supplies along with books. An early childhood educator, she started her library with the goal of rescuing books from dustbins. But the libraries are doing much more than just providing books-and other donated items-to people. The street libraries are also building community. "It's a little stopping place outside your house," said Lowe. "It's a great way to meet people in your neighborhood who are also book lovers, recycle books, and find new books."

These Little Street Libraries provided a valuable service during the outbreak of COVID-19 and the popularity has not waned. People use them to find books on specific hobbies like cooking, children are developing a love of reading books, and it is more convenient than going to a bookstore or a brick-and-mortar library. But even more importantly, with a shared interest, the libraries are bringing communities closer together.

A neighbor invited me to tea one afternoon. After listening sympathetically to my sadness, she asked, "Elizabeth, what do you do each week for fun?" I was shocked Fun? "I'm too busy for fun," I said. "Think of something fun to do every week," she urged. I didn't have to think. "I would love to ride horseback," I said.

I found a riding stable (马厩) about 45 minutes away，where I was introduced to Royal, standing proudly nearby. Riding Royal over jumps was a challenge, but we go along well. It lightened my spirit all week;my tasks seemed easier.

Several months passed, and the trainer began working with me to train Royal. The horse had to learn to jump fences in a controlled manner instead of flying over them as he would in an open field. We started with1 small poles and worked our way up to full jumps I arrived at the stable on a particularly cold day. Royal started running. But to my great surprise, as he neared the fence this time, he effortlessly flew over it, jumped another fence into the next field. jumped a third fence, and disappeared into the woods How was I going to find him? How would I catch him if I did find him? Then, as these terrible helpless thoughts raced through my mind, I saw movement at the edge of the far woods. It was Royal, racing toward me!

Royal had found freedom, as I had. But he'd also found love and satisfaction within fences. For him and for me, I realized, fences and freedom had always been a matter of choice.

Jane Hutcheon

Journalist, author and former foreign correspondent (通讯员) Jane Hutcheon knows a thing or two about conversations, and in Rebel Talk she draws on her rich experience in the art of guided conversations to help us begin and nurture conversations. Rebel Talk looks at ways to: transform poor conversation habits; speak up about problems; generate energy, passion and optimism; stop lecturing and giving uninvited advice; and most importantly, learn by humble listening.

From Earth: Create Your Own Natural Apothecary (药剂师)

Charlotte Rasmussen

The makings for simple skincare and medicinal home treatments can be found in your own garden or kitchen. From Earth's recipes employ pure and natural ingredients such as lily and rose and will inspire you to enlarge your herb knowledge. Beautifully photographed, this step-by-step guide explains how to use carrier oils, butters and dried flowers and is the perfect guide for anyone wanting to find a more comprehensive way of life.

Burning Questions

Margaret Atwood

Fans of Margaret Atwood, the creator of The Handmaid's Tale and more than 50 other works of fiction, poetry and essays, will be interested in her collection of essays and occasional pieces from 2004 -21. Full of wit and wisdom, Atwood focuses on subjects such as the climate crisis, freedom, debt, tech, the rise of Trump and a pandemic. Other topics include: When to offer advice to the young? (only when asked); So what if beauty is only skin deep?

Here Goes Nothing

Steve Toltz

If you like your fiction left-of-centre, then this book's for you. Angus Mooney struggles for most of his life, until he meets his wife, marriage celebrant Gracie (whose wedding ceremonies are anything but traditional). Just when things are starting to work out, an old guy with a terminal illness breaks into their house and asks to stay until he dies. When Angus does some research on their ‘guest', he wakes up the next day in the ‘afterlife'.

Standing on the edge of the plane, looking at the ground below, my tandem skydiving (双人跳伞) instructor, Bill, turned to face me. "Do you have any last words?" he asked. "Yes," I said, joking. "I hope my parachute opens."

I'd never felt more alive as Bill and I stepped out and started our freefall. Those first few seconds were amazing. I felt like a weightless piece of paper. As we reached 44,000 feet, I felt a parachute open above us. This, I was told, would slow us down for a smooth descent (下降). So why were we still traveling so fast? Confusion turned to panic as I glanced upward: The parachute was flopping (彻底失败) unopened in the wind.

My heart raced. I could hear Bill swearing as he tried to fix whatever had gone wrong.

Seconds passed, which felt like forever, until finally our emergency parachute opened. Except it got caught in the first one, making both parachutes useless. I asked Bill, "Are we going to die?" He said he didn't know.

At that moment, I just felt guilty. I'd brought my family along for the day: my parents, sisters, their partners and children. I'd invited them along to watch me die. I prayed for a second chance, for a miracle that would allow me to go back and redo the moments leading up to the jump. I prayed….

We hit the ground. I was immediately breathless, and an unimaginable pain shot up my back as we bounced into a lake on a golf course. I was somehow still alive. Gathering all my strength, I turned to face Bill. His screams of agony (极度痛苦) filled the air. From neck down, I could barely move.

We were found by some golfers, who quickly summoned emergency services. My mother and sisters cried uncontrollably as Bill was put into a helicopter, and I was placed into an ambulance.

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The next four or five months were really challenging.

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Years later, I heard that Bill made a full recovery and returned to skydiving.

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What is the world's (small) country? You could decide to look at populations or the actual areas countries occupy to find your answer. In this case, the answer is same either way: Vatican City.

So, exactly how tiny is this country? Vatican City is a mere 0. 2 square miles (0. 52 square kilometers), is smaller than New York City's Central Park. Nevertheless, it has its own post office, telephone system, radio station, banking system and even its own currency, the Vatican euro. About 800 people live here.

Vatican City is an independent country, it's not recognized by the United Nations. Instead, Vatican City (consider) a permanent nonmember observer, which means it's welcome to sit in the UN's General Assembly and access most UN (serve) and benefits, but it can't vote. And that's just fine with Vatican City.

Unlike Palestine, which has (repeat) applied to become a full member of the UN, Vatican City has never done so. In fact, it's the only nation ever (decline) UN membership. In addition, if it were to apply for membership, the UN might challenge the idea it's a true country. According to the UN's definition, this (include) the ability to assist with global security.

I3 most of the weeks in the classroom, helping the children with their work4 and in groups and also reading with them. I was also extremely lucky to be able to5 them on a range of school trips. We watched a TV program, Horrible Histories, in an old barn, and traveled to Wales to see Roman baths and the ruins of their old barracks (营房). My favorite6 by far was the opportunity to participate in a Christmas carol service inside Bristol Cathedral.

As with all jobs, the fun didn't come without its set of7. A large percentage of the children in the class had special educational needs which, at times, were very hard to manage as I previously had8 experience with this.9, it was so gratifying to learn how to work and form relationships with each of these children in their individual ways. One of my fondest memories is the coach ride back10 Wales when I sat with one student with autism (自闭症). We spent the whole coach ride laughing and singing together,11 our own songs while he tried to convince me to download his favorite video game.

The whole experience was undoubtedly rewarding and something I will always12 on with joy. Even the routine of reading with the children was made fun by the13 of characters and personalities within the class. Working with children can be14, but I am so pleased I was able to have this experience.

During the placement, I learned a lot about patience, understanding, and the joy of seeing children learn and grow. It was15 a life-changing experience.

Assess your digital habits

Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by excessive information or stressed by social media? Are you anxious when you forget your phone? If negative emotions are associated with your digital devices, it's time to improve your digital well-being.

Gaining a detailed understanding of your technology usage is crucial for improving your digital well-being. Many smartphones now offer activity monitoring features, enabling you to analyze the time spent on each app and device. Becoming aware of your habits will help you make informed decisions about your digital engagement.

Set the boundaries

We are surrounded by digital devices. We live in a world of tech! However, we are failing to set healthy tech boundaries.Once you hit the limit, the apps and sites pause and notifications are silenced.

Enjoy gadget-free meal time

Traditionally, meal times served as occasions for families and friends to relax and talk about their day. To promote meaningful communication and connection, it's important to have technology-free meals.

Establish a bedtime routine

To improve the quality of your sleep, consider disconnecting from your phone or other devices before bedtime. There are various apps available that can put your phone in nighttime mode, silencing notifications and turning your screen grayscale (灰度).

A. Monitor your digital activity.

B. Be aware of your well-being.

C. Reflect on how digital devices make you feel.

D. You can set daily limits on the apps and websites you use.

E. This reduces exposure to artificial blue light, which can make it harder to fall asleep.

F. However, nowadays, electronic devices have taken over conversations, leading to silent gatherings.

G. This will prevent your phone from disturbing you when you need to focus on something important.

As cities develop, some sources of carbon emissions (排放) may be hard to notice for most people, for example, the bricks used in buildings. US company Biomason has produced bio-based cement (水泥), which can sharply cut emissions during traditional cement production.

"We grow cement the same way nature does," wrote the company's website. How the cement is "grown" is based on biomineralization, the process by which living organisms produce minerals. One example of biomineralization is coral reefs. Massive reef structures are formed when each individual stony coral produces calcium carbonate, a kind of mineral. Although the stony corals are tiny, one reef structure, built by millions of stony corals, can grow to weigh several tons.

This biobased cement alternative is called Biolith. During the production of each Biolith tile, bacteria and nutrients are mixed with sand. Organisms then produce calcium carbonate by absorbing a liquid made of calcium and nitrogen (氮). However, the process doesn't change the size of the Biolith tile instead, it increases the density. The produced calcium carbonate forms bridges between the grains, strengthening the unit from within. It takes less than 72 hours to let a Biolith tile "grow" fully, while traditional concrete requires about 28 days to make a brick.

The company aims to "remove 25 percent of carbon emissions from the concrete industry by 2030," according to its website. Traditional concrete is made of crushed stones. The process involves heating the stone to temperatures greater than 1,300 ℃, during which carbon dioxide is emitted. The manufacture of Biolith, however, doesn't involve heating, which greatly reduces carbon emissions. The company plans on increasing the use of bio-based bricks, covering 35,000 square meters in Europe by the end of this year.

Math anxiety — a negative emotional reaction to the core subject — causes fear, physical suffering and behavior problems among young pupils, according to a University of Cambridge study. In ordinary life, many people experience some degree of discomfort when confronted with a math problem, ranging from mild tension to strong fear.

Some people also experience physical symptoms such as sweaty palms or a racing heart. They may then try to avoid numbers-related situations, meaning they are held back from pursuing careers related to the subject, such as science, technology or engineering, according to The Guardian.

Relief comes from the fact that those with math anxiety aren't destined to be bad at math. "If a child has math anxiety, don't assume that they're not good at math. They may have had a really bad experience with math," Daniel Ansari, the senior author of the study told The London Free Press. "Students with math anxiety are not cognitively (认知地) disadvantaged. "

Also, there are ways to manage your math-related stress. If you're stressed before a math exam, spend a few minutes exploring those feelings before the exam begins. "It's about making sure you're interpreting your feelings correctly," Sian Beilock, a cognitive scientist told the BBC. "A fast heartbeat and sweaty palms don't necessarily mean you will fail."

A little math anxiety could be taken as a positive challenge to overcome. Just like many people get stage fright before delivering a speech, this nervous energy can help to motivate, according to Ian Lyons, a psychologist at Georgetown University.

Math doesn't come easy, no matter how clever you are. Leonardo da Vinci, the famous Italian artist, was a huge fan of mathematics. But his notebooks show that Da Vinci couldn't do fractions (分数). He could never grasp, for instance, that dividing a number by one-quarter is the same as multiplying by four, resulting in a higher number than the original.

Some may characterize it as a love-hate relationship, even though I believe the bond between us is more than that. Of course, on the "hate" side there were plenty of frustrating hours spent practicing, the forced performances for relatives, the trimmed fingernails. And the responsibility I had to shoulder, as my family sacrificed a lot for me to have piano lessons, because I had talent. My teachers said so and, truthfully, my heart said so, too. But all too often it felt like a burden.

There was also love on that piano bench. There were times when I could feel the music ring through me. I could feel it vibrate through my fingers. The connection between two people when performing a duet was beautiful. When my music landed on my audience it made me want to play forever.

But my musical talent did not survive my teenage years. It was no competition for the freedom I sought and eventually fought for. When I had a home of my own, the piano mostly sat unloved or at least unused, feeling fingers on the keys only during Christmas and when my own children took piano lessons.

I know every inch of this piano. I spent years of my life in front of this piano. Awaiting my free will to ripen enough to release me from lessons. Awaiting my life to begin. Awaiting my mother to leave the room so I could secretly read my book while practicing scales.

It feels like I am giving away the family pet. So here I sit playing my last tune before the movers take the piano away and surprisingly there lies a growing desire for something else. It is time to clear the air to let in a different melody. Time to say, "Thank you for being part of my life," take a bow and leave the stage… with one final note rising up alongside the dust in a sunbeam.

USA Guided Tours — Discover NY Tour

Price: Adults from $99; kids from $89

Duration: 6 hours

On this full-day bus tour, you'll drive through some of the city's most famous and most-visited areas. You'll enjoy the expert commentary and a history lesson from your tour guide. A 15-minute walk through each of the main stops is included, as is a boat cruise that takes you to see the famous NYC skyline.

Tours depart at 9 and 10 a. m. daily. It also offers a night tour.

A Slice of Brooklyn Bus Tours — The Original Brooklyn Pizza Tour

Price: Adults from $105; kids from $95

Duration: 4. 5 hours

Brooklyn has so much to see and do — and eat! This tour will take you throughout Brooklyn to sample delicious slices from places like Grimaldi's and L&B Spumoni Gardens. You'll also see filming locations for movies like "Saturday Night Fever" and "Goodfellas".

Tours are available Friday through Monday and Wednesday at 11 a. m.

On Location Tours — "Sex and the City" Hotspots Tour

Price: From $66

Duration: 3. 5 hours

Fans of "Sex and the City" can visit over 40 movie spots during this bus tour. View iconic filming locations, walk past Carrie Bradshaw's brownstone apartment, sample cupcakes from Magnolia Bakery, drink a cosmopolitan and shop in Greenwich Village.

Participants must be 18 or older. Tours depart Thursday to Sunday at 3:15 p. m. To read more, click here.