Cary, NC woman Florence Godfrey celebrated her 100th birthday earlier this month . . . by inviting FIVE generations of her family to dance together at her senior living community. She says the secret to her longevity is dancing, which has always been a hobby, especially with her late husband. She adds, “Always follow your heart, and don’t take everything so seriously. Always be kind and spread love wherever you can.”…………..Oregon couple Diane and Brian Johnsen were facing financial hardship when they got a complete heating and cooling system installed, valued at about $16,000, for free. They’d been navigating difficult circumstances and the wife was working three jobs to help keep up with the mortgage. When their existing HVAC system could no longer be repaired, they applied for the Lennox Feel the Love program, which helps qualifying homeowners get essential home improvements for free. Since 2009, the Lennox Feel the Love program has helped more than 3,100 families…………………..And finally……..
A 90-pound dog named Otto was rescued after falling down a steep cliff in Washington state. He was stranded about 30 feet below the top. A policeman climbed down the unstable terrain full of loose dirt and tangled ivy to reach the dog . . . and then stayed with him for hours while rescue crews worked on a plan. The Washington State Animal Response Team brought in specialized equipment, and rescuers used a rope system anchored to a pickup truck to carefully lift Otto to safety. Otto was uninjured and reunited with his family. (Here’s a news report.)