The headlines are concerning: “Highly pathogenic avian influenza found in Texas, Kansas dairy cattle.”

“Bird flu detected in dairy worker.”

“First human case of avian flu in Texas raises alarm.”

Could this be how the next pandemic begins?

Well, so far US officials are saying they believe there is minimal risk to the public from the latest iteration of bird flu.

But with growing evidence of potential mammal-to-mammal spread just weeks after the new bird flu was detected in cows, leaders in capitals around the globe should be working to get ahead of this new public health threat.  (CNN)

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They are beautiful flowers that let you know SPRING has sprung!

Although they are spelled Dandelion.

They rightfully deserve the word DANDY because they dedicate their short lives to making you smile.

If they were gray in color, they may not make you smile.

But, they are a briiiight YELLLLOW!

So, smile darn ya, SMILE!!!!

If not today< when?

Olympia, Greece

The flame for the 2024 Paris Olympics has been lit in Olympia, the birthplace of the ancient Olympics.

The flame will now begin its journey in a relay to light the cauldron that will mark the opening for the Summer Games in July.

Dignitaries and members of the public gathered in the stadium, where the earliest recorded Games were held in 776 BC, to witness the lighting of the flame.

In a choreographed event high in symbolism inspired by the traditions and values of ancient Greece, actresses dressed as ancient priestesses entered the stadium to gracefully accompany the head priestess to the Temple of Hera.

This is where religious ceremonies are thought to have taken place in ancient Greece and where the lighting ceremony is held. (CNN)

MY HOPE: Let the world come together in sportsmanship and cast our weapons aside!

Scottie Scheffler shared the lead with Ludvig Åberg midway through Sunday’s fourth round of the 2024 Masters Tournament.

Scheffler rallied to make sure he didn’t have to share the payout, too.

The 27-year-old hit four birdies on the back nine to finish four strokes ahead at 11-under 277 and secure himself $3.6 million in earnings.

Scheffler’s victory brings his official PGA Tour earnings up to $15.1 million during the 2024 season, according to Spotrac.

Jason Sobel of SiriusXM PGA Tour noted that with Sunday’s win, Scheffler has now averaged making more than $361,000 per day over the past 35 days: (CNN)

Just think!

He made that much money playing a game he loves!

t has happened to a model, a medical doctor and a hairstylist, along with many other airline passengers.

They are being singled out or denied boarding on a flight for their fashion choices.

The typical first move for passengers involved: airing their complaints on social media.

That’s what Aurora Culpo did when her sister Olivia Culpo, a model and former Miss Universe, had to cover up her black sports bra and biking shorts with a hoodie before boarding an American Airlines flight.

Aurora, who was traveling with her sister, slammed American on social media.  (CNN)

i guess some companies must enforce a certain decorum!

Changing events have always required the ability to adapt.

Now, more so than ever!

Some examples:

The unknown impact of Artificial Intelligence.

A real war in Ukraine, Gaza and now Iran is getting directly involved.

The results of the Presidential Election this November.

Changes at your workplace.

Changes in your life, your loved ones and friends.

Changes to your health

Some Thoughts:

I’m a believer in prayer. Not just to ask for help, but also to give thanks.

Stop worrying about you and reach out to those who are struggling.

Take action on those problems you CAN SOLVE!

Get talking with others and ask how they cope with CHANGE!

If not today, when?

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Burnout is such a problem for workers that some bosses are considering shrinking the length of the workweek.

Nearly one-third (30%) of large US companies are exploring new work schedule shifts such as four-day or four-and-a-half-day workweeks, according to a KPMG survey of CEOs released this week.

The findings show how some executives are searching for ways to attract and retain talent in a red hot job market where many employees feel over-worked and underpaid.

“We are all working to figure out what is optimal, and we will continue to experiment and pivot,” Paul Knopp, chair and CEO of KPMG US, told CNN in an interview.

Many workers say they would love a shorter work week.

It’s an interesting possibility.

Certainly not for everyone.

But, it could be true for you!

With AI coming on stream as a source, it might be the right time to do what you would much rather be doing.

And maybe you have become much more savvy in the ways of the business world.

This new knowledge may give you the confidence necessary to consider a change.

At least you can do some homework to understand the obstacles you’d have to overcome.

Would your family be open to the idea?

If not, that is something that deserves serious consideration.

A change may require further schooling.

Perhaps a part time job in your chosen field could offer further insights.

If not today, when?

It’s an important question that each of us must answer.

YESTERDAY-What happened in all your yesterdays is gone.

Oh, maybe they might serve as a source of joy or regret.

And they could remind you of certain mistakes you shouldn’t repeat.

But, good or bad, they are gone forever!

TOMORROW-I think we occupy our conscious thought with dreams of what tomorrow will bring.

About the good and the bad.

We’re are often wrong.

Tomorrow RARELY COMES as we thought it would.

TODAY-We know Yesterday is gone forever and Tomorrow never comes as we worried it would.

So, the only thing that’s real is TODAY!

I say that because you can do something about TODAY and its outcome.

You can really LIVE IT!

However, if you’re distracted with Yesterday and Tomorrow, you’ll waste the opportunities of TODAY!

After setting off from South Africa just under a year ago, Russ Cook finally reached the Tunisian coast on Sunday to bring his epic odyssey to an end.

The endurance athlete, dubbed the ‘Hardest Geezer,’ has battled through injury and illness.

He has faced logistical nightmares and overcome getting lost in the jungle to complete his mission of running the entire length of Africa, a feat which has seen him run over 10,000 miles.

The UK runner was joined by dozens of fans for the final leg of his mission on Sunday, many of whom had flown in from all around the world to be part of the celebrations.

Speaking to CNN Sport at the very start of his mission, Cook said he wasn’t daunted by what lay before him and PROMISED TO TACKLE EACH DAY AS IT CAME!