The Indianapolis Colts entered the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft on the list of teams that needed a quarterback. After Bryce Young went No. 1 overall to the Carolina Panthers and C.J. Stroud went second to the Houston Texans, the Colts found themselves in a position to take Anthony Richardson or Will Levis at No. 4 overall, assuming no one called up the Arizona Cardinals and jumped them.
Fortunately for them, the Texans traded with the Cardinals and took Will Anderson at No. 3, which cleared the way for Indianapolis to take their quarterback of the future in Richardson, the ultra-toosly signal caller out of Florida who has the highest ceiling in the draft. But it appears Colts owner Jim Irsay is open to the idea of doing something extremely off the wall, as he asked fans on his Twitter account if they should take Levis in the second round, too.
Colts Fans…would you take Will Levis at #2 if you’re on the board for Colts in 4 hours from now???… and go Montana – Young for Franchise??
Levis surprisingly fell out of the first round on Thursday night. While he is not a finished product as a passer, the former Kentucky quarterback was viewed as someone who could go as high as No. 2 overall. This, mixed with the fact that he spent the entire night in the green room, made the fact that he got out of the first all the more surprising.
Of course, the Colts taking Levis with the No. 35 overall pick — they’re up fourth on Day 2 — would be completely insane considering they picked Richardson already. Our hunch is Irsay was just having some fun, but if he was not, well, we will be writing another blog about that at approximately 7:30 p.m. EST this evening.
(WARNING: Spoilers for Top Boy episode will be found below.)
It’s almost time to take a trip back to London for a new season of Top Boy. It’s been a little over a year since season two of Top Boy (season four if you factor in Top Boy: Summerhouse) was released on Netflix and that collection of episodes closed with a shocking end. (SPOILER INCOMING): Series favorite Jamie (played by Michael Ward) was shockingly killed by Gerard “Sully” Sullivan (played by Kane Robinson). It’s a move that will certainly be met with retaliation from Dushane Hill (played by Ashley Walters). There’s no telling what will happen in the upcoming season five of Top Boy, but we finally know when the new season will arrive.
When Does Top Boy Season 3 Come Out?
Netflix recently announced that the upcoming season of Top Boy would arrive later this year in September. The platform also confirmed that season three Top Boy would be its final season. The announcement was made with a 30-second teaser that captured a brief conversation between Dushane and Sully.
During a conversation with Digital Spy, Walters spoke about where Dushane’s mindset might be heading into season three.
I don’t think [leaving the streets] is what he really wants. I mean, I played it with that in mind, that he’s saying it, and, in an ideal world, that’d be great but I think he’s someone that has been so ingrained in that lifestyle, and has made the amount of money that he has, and has had the control that he has. It’s become about that control now. It’s not about the material things. You know, it’s a part of him to have control over his environment, and the power and I think that’s what feeds him. So it’d be hard for him to walk away from it
You can watch the teaser for season three in the post above.
Damon Lindelof is opening up about his latest experience in a galaxy far, far away, which almost saw the Mrs. Davis creator penning a new Star Wars film focused on Daisy Ridley’s Rey. While the project is moving forward and will reportedly feature Rey attempting to start a new Jedi Order, Lindelof is no longer attached to the movie. Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight is now tackling the writing duties after Lindelof exited the film.
As for why Lindelof is no longer involved, he offered up a quick summation to Esquire. “I was in more than talks to join the Star Wars universe,” Lindelof said. “I joined the Star Wars universe and was asked to leave.”
Lindelof didn’t elaborate on why he was asked to leave, but he did say the experience didn’t sour him on getting another crack at George Lucas’ epic universe.
“Will I get back in line outside the club and try to get back in again? Absolutely,” Lindelof said. “If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again. Or again again try, as Yoda would say.”
According to earlier reports, Lindelof was part of a secret writers’ room that convened in July 2022 to help crack a story that could finally return the Star Wars universe to theaters after several false starts following The Rise of Skywalker. That effort led to the Rey movie that was announced at Star Wars Celebration alongside two other films: Dave Filoni’s massive event that will tie together stories from The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, and Skeleton Crew series on Disney+, and James Mangold’s Dawn of the Jedi that will take place thousands of years before the Skywalker Saga.
The ever-flowing wave of women in rap music is a treat to watch. Quality Control’s Gloss Up is amongst the list of newer acts to pay close attention to. The Memphis native has been featured on tracks with artists such as her labelmate Lakeyah and GloRilla, to name a few. Now with her experience under her belt, she’s paying it forward by recruiting St. Louis rapper Sexyy Red for her new single.
Produced by Black Surfer and Rvei, “Check” is all about proudly boasting about your independence. As Gloss Up opens the chorus rapping, “I got my check-up, my p*ssy got a check-up too / Get a n**** when I want, pick a n**** when I choose / I be running through these n***** / they all know just how I move / I got my check-up,” she’s letting it be known that she’s going to secure financial stability by any means.
This goal is the driving force behind her grind. Gloss Up works twice as hard to let suitors admiring from the sidelines that if they aren’t willing to contribute to her bank account, then don’t even bother.
In the official visual directed by Diesel Filmz, the ladies have fun as their ambition brings all the boys to the yard or at least their fun ice cream stand.
While plenty of hotels claim to be “redefining the hospitality space,” few are actually doing it. Hotels, like everything, move in waves and fall victim to trends. But on my recent visit to Eaton DC, I did feel like I was glimpsing the future. The property is one-part hotel, one-part coworking space, and exhibits a deep focus on culture, making the boutique hotel more than a simple place to lay your head at night.
Opened in 2018 in the heart of downtown Washington DC, the Eaton DC was created by Katherine Lo—AKA the daughter of the founder of Langham Hotels. Her goal was to create a hub for artists, creatives, and social activists, alongside some excellent on-site F&B offerings. She succeeded, the property hosts one of the city’s best speakeasy-style bars and some inspired food. Add a baller wellness center, rooftop, and coworking space, as well as a slew of additional amenities (see below) and we can confidently say that this is one of the absolute best spots to stay in the city. Its central location is the cherry on top (and a very necessary cherry, because in DC you really want your hotel to be centrally located).
The Eaton DC
WHY IT’S AWESOME
As I mentioned, Lo is big on social activism and creativity, meaning that in addition to actively courting forward-thinking guests, the hotel’s coworking space and on-site café regularly welcome some of the city’s most revolutionary thinkers and creatives through its doors daily. In the back lobby area, a radio consistently plays discussions highlighting social issues.
For those in need of a creativity spark, this is undoubtedly the place to be.
From a wellness perspective, Eaton DC’s also ahead of the game. In addition to a 24/7 gym, the hotel’s on-site wellness center offers a variety of holistic treatments, including massages, sound baths, infrared saunas, reiki, meditation experiences, and more. With regards to the in-room minibars, health-forward options such as trail mix, kombucha, and other mindful snacks line the shelves. (Not saying we didn’t miss our refrigerated can of Coca-Cola and Hershey bars at 2 AM, but these choices are probably better.)
Allegory
IN-HOUSE FOOD + DRINK
Eaton DC is home to four on-site F&B concepts, each of which I found to be worth visiting (though DC has great food, so exploring is vital too!). Downstairs, the all-day Baker’s Daughter café is great for grabbing quick breakfasts (including toasts, sandwiches, and breakfast tacos) and pastries (muffins, croissants, etc.) on the go, as well as beer, wine, and cocktails at night (open 7 days a week from 7 am to 8 pm). For heartier fare, head to Michele’s, spearheaded by Michelin-starred chef Matt Baker. Formerly of Gravitas, here, Baker cooks up French-American fare inspired by his Houston and Louisiana roots—think vegetable étouffée, fried whole fish, double smash burgers, and fried chicken sandwiches. Chilled seafood, caviar, and various raw bar items (oysters, hamachi crudo) are also available. Open 7 days a week.
The Eaton DC
What Eaton DC truly does best is cocktails. For a more party-focused vibe, the hotel’s rooftop bar and lounge, Wild Days, is where it’s at. Known for its tacos, small bites, and refreshing cocktails, Wild Days also serves up breathtaking views of downtown DC, which can be enjoyed indoors or outdoors.
I enjoyed the impossible tacos, chips and guac, and impossible chili & vegan queso washed down with Panda, Panda cocktail (Hendricks Gin, Campari, pandan, poconut, Foro Sweet Vermouth), followed by the WAKE UP! (and then came the SHOT), made with Haku Vodka, Mr. Black Coffee, cold brew, cacao, and biscotti. Note: Most cocktails are half-price during happy hour.
Allegory
The true star of Eaton’s show is its concept cocktail bar, Allegory. Located on the ground floor, this speakeasy-style bar is accessed through the hotel’s library area. Inside, stunning murals depicting the story of Ruby Bridges told through an Alice in Wonderland lens line the walls of the dimly lit space, which is complete with a hodgepodge of booth, table, and barstool seating options. Renowned mixologist Deke Dunne has been at the helm of the bar’s beverage program since 2018, focusing on innovative cocktails that also reflect the Ruby Bridges-Alice-mashup.
Allegory
A star of the show?
The Through the Looking Glass, made with Ketel One Vodka, Caravedo Pisco, Chayote Fino, yuzu, and Champagne lime sherbert. Stronger libations include the Crow from Tobago (Michter’s Rye, Hapusa Himalayan Gin, Trinidadian curry, Amontillado, lacto-carrots, strega, lime, and cacao), as well as the Unicorn (Equiano Light Afro-Caribbean Rum, Pandan, chili, eucalyptus, coconut, and sesame). Note: Each cocktail on the list states ingredients used, as well as its final ABV.
Even if not staying at Eaton DC, no trip to the city is complete without a visit to Allegory. Walk-ins only, no reservations accepted.
AMENITIES
Free Wi-Fi
Complimentary coffee and tea from 7am-10am in the lobby
In-room mini bar offerings
24/7 fitness center
Free access to Eaton DC’s coworking space
Pet friendly
Wellness classes
Grown Alchemist bathroom products
Smart TVs
Daily Housekeeping
ROOM TYPES
Eaton DC offers five different room types across their 209 individual accommodations: Cabin Rooms, Study Rooms, Art Gallery Rooms, Pied à Terre Junior Suites, and Residence Junior Suites. All rooms—even the smallest Cabin offering—feature cozy sitting areas, hardwood floors, Himalayan salt lamps, organic bedding, smart TVs with casting abilities, in-room record players, and a selection of books.
The bathrooms don’t fall short, either. Cabin and Study rooms feature tiled walk-in showers, while the other rooms (including Cabin Kings) boast porcelain tubs. All rooms are outfitted with 100% natural Grown Alchemist bath products, as well as plush towels, hair dryers, and the basics. Junior Suites also have expanded living areas with sofas, as do the Residence Junior Suites, which also come equipped with a 6-person dining table.
Overall, the retro feel of the room, earth-tone colors, and brightly colored accent rugs offer serious 1970s vibes in the best way possible. My suite was so cozy, I actually had a hard time pulling myself out of it to explore. Pop a record on, grab a book, and you’ll see why.
THE BEST THING TO DO WITHIN A 15-MINUTE WALK
Located downtown (on 12th and K Streets NW), Eaton DC’s ultra-central location renders it walking distance from some of the DC’s main attractions, including the National Mall and the White House, as well as major shopping areas. There’s even a subway stop just a four-minute walk away, making exploring other DC neighborhoods easier than ever.
While the obvious answer here is the White House or the National Mall, my main focus when traveling is eating and drinking. For a bountiful first meal of the day, head 15 minutes north on foot for a classic diner breakfast at Ted’s Bulletin—and don’t skip on the homemade pop tarts. Come evening, Silver Lyan (a 12-minute walk from the hotel) is undeniably one of the best cocktail bars in the city, and although it may sound cheesy, a trip to Joe’s Stone Crab (a 9-minute walk from the hotel) is simply unmissable. The menu is vast, and while the obvious choices include crab bisque, crab louis, and of course, stone crab, don’t sleep on the seared sea scallops, oysters Rockefeller, crispy fried shrimp, and slew of potato-based sides.
BEST THING TO DO/EAT/DRINK WITHIN A $20 CAB RIDE
A $20 cab ride gets you pretty far in DC, especially when you’re as centrally located as Eaton DC. Barbecue lovers, there’s no better way to spend your cab fare than by heading to Federalist Pig in Adams Morgan. My partner enjoyed a hefty serving of pork belly and pulled pork shoulder, while I opted for sides of crispy brussel sprouts and gooey macaroni and cheese.
For those looking for a place to eat, drink, and shop, exploring the DC’s Union Market is an absolute must—and be sure not to miss the world-class drinks mixed up by AJ Johnson at Serenata/Zumo. In addition to slaying classic margaritas and palomas, the joint equally excels in fresh-pressed juices (mango passion and cocada, made with coconut milk, coconut flakes, date paste, and vanilla are to die for), as well as homemade corn pasteles, smoothie bowls, and salads.
BED GAME
Extra large, incredibly plush, and outfitted with organic bedding—need I say more? The bed was comfy as hell, and the perfect place to lay my head after a long evening of cocktail bar hopping around the city. Think the perfect balance between soft and firm, with ultra-cool bedding and solid pillows.
RATING: 10/10.
SEXINESS RATING
Allegory
When it comes to sexiness factor, Eaton DC definitely doesn’t fall short. The rooms’ plush beds, retro decor, and in-room record players create a seriously sultry ambiance, and having direct access to the hotel’s on-site cocktail bar or rooftop bars at just an elevator ride away makes letting loose (and stumbling back home) easier than ever.
RATING: 9/10
VIEWS & THE PHOTO OPPS
The Eaton DC
Honestly, the views from Eaton DC are pretty hit or miss. While some are spot on—a direct view of the Washington Monument—others are quite shielded / simply look over the main road. However, the outdoor fire pits definitely earned the rooftop an extra half point. Personally, I preferred the vibes indoors at Wild Days.
RATING: 6.5/10
BEST SEASON TO VISIT
The Eaton DC
The obvious answer is cherry blossom season, which generally takes place in late March or early April, though late spring and fall are beautiful, too. Like most of the northeast, summer can be brutally hot—and winters can be equally intense—so it’s really a matter of how sensitive you are to exploring the city in extreme temperatures.
IF I HAD TO COMPLAIN ABOUT ONE THING
I will say that the top-floor suites can definitely hear the noise of the rooftop bar, so keep that in mind when booking. If you sleep like a rock, or simply have the energy to party all night long, then these accommodations are perfect for you. Though if you’re anything like me and need full quiet to get some much-needed R&R, don’t spring for the higher floors.
BOOK IT:
The Eaton DC
Expect to pay $349-$379 a night for Cabin Queen, Study Queen, and Cabin King rooms, and $449-$549 for suites (more on weekends).
Server Flavaine Carvalho was waiting on her last table of the night at Mrs. Potatohead’s, a family restaurant in Orlando, Florida when she noticed something peculiar.
The parents of an 11-year-old boy were ordering food but told her that the child would be having his dinner later that night at home. She glanced at the boy who was wearing a hoodie, glasses, and a face mask and noticed a scratch between his eyes.
A closer look revealed a bruise on his temple.
So Carvalho walked away from the table and wrote a note that said, “Do you need help?” and showed it to the boy from an angle where his parents couldn’t see.
The boy shook his head, no. “I knew it that he was afraid,” she said.
Carvalho made two more attempts until the boy nodded yes.
The server then called the owner of the restaurant to let her know that she was going to call the police on the boy’s parents.
“SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING: An Orlando waitress saw a family withholding food from a boy at a table. She noticed bruises on his body and created this sign to secretly ask the child if he needed help. When he signaled “Yes” she called us. The stepfather & mother were arrested.”
u201cSEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING: An Orlando waitress saw a family withholding food from a boy at a table. She noticed bruises on his body and created this sign to secretly ask the child if he needed help. When he signaled “Yes” she called us. The stepfather & mother were arrested.u201d
on one count of third-degree child abuse. His mother Kristen Swann was arrested with two counts of child neglect. A four-year-old girl was taken from the family by authorities. They say she showed no signs of abuse.
Detectives spoke with the boy and learned his parents frequently withheld food from him as a form of punishment. He was 20 pounds underweight. After searching his body, they discovered that he was nearly covered in bruises.
His father had recently beat him with a broomstick and back scratcher.
The boy told detectives that he was once hung upside down from his ankles in a door frame by his father and had been restrained by being strapped to a furniture dolly.
“To be honest what this child had gone through was torture,” Detective Erin Lawler said. “There was no justification for it in any realm of the world. I’m a mother and seeing what that 11-year-old had to go through, it shocks your soul.”
u201cChief Orlando Rolon, @OrlandoPolice, with waitress Flavaine Carvalho (middle) who saved an abused 11yo when he was dining with his family. They say the boy was u201ctortured.u201d The full details of his salvation on @fox35orlando at 5/6pm. #FOX35 #news #crime #updateu201d
— Matt Trezza FOX 35 (@Matt Trezza FOX 35) 1610650833
Carvalho’s quick thinking and bravery may have saved the lives of two children.
“This could have been a homicide situation if she had not have intervened,” Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolon said.
“The lesson here for all of us is to recognize when we see something that isn’t right to act on it… This saved the life of a child,” he added.
The restaurant’s owner, Rafaela Cabede, hopes that Carvalho’s bravery inspires others to look out for signs of abuse as well.
“We understand that this has to encourage other people that when you see something, say something,” Cabede said. “We know when we see a situation that is wrong, we know what’s the right thing to do. We know that speaking up is the right thing to do. But it takes more than acknowledging it. It takes courage.
The devil may have gone down to Georgia, but it appears he took a detour to a bar in Nashville and possessed a middle-aged mom on his way down there.
In a TikTok video that’s been viewed 5.5 million times, Olivia Reeth’s daughter shared that her family had gone to the Whiskey Bent Saloon in Nashville and was watching the Moonshine Outlaw Band perform. Her mom told the band she played the fiddle, and mid-song, the fiddle player decided to hand his instrument over to her.
You kind of have to wonder what the guy was thinking. Did he imagine she’d be able to keep up with the band? Did he figure she’d play a few bars and then hand it back?
Whatever he was picturing, it almost certainly wasn’t what she ended up laying down.
Mom might as well have said, “I’ll bet a fiddle of gold against your soul, dude” because she came prepared. In hindsight, her whipping off of her scarf was the sign it was all over, but who’d have known?
Watch her shred that man’s fiddle and see how he reacts:
The best part is when the guy pretends to boot the band’s fiddler out of the bar. And then Mama got sassy with it! Absolute legend, making her skills appear effortless as she walked around the room. Didn’t even take her coat off. Looking like she walked in off the street, which she basically did.
The woman’s daughter shared that her mom is classically trained and that her dad was the one who introduced her to country and bluegrass music. They both play in two bands, Coconut Radio Band and Barney’s Bullet.
Seriously impressive talent. And you gotta love the respect the band’s fiddle player gave her, despite her basically stealing his soul. What a fun exchange between musicians who clearly love what they do and love to share it with others.
Anyone who has parented a spirited “threenager” knows how hard handling toddler tantrums can be. Parents often joke about our wee ones throwing down, because laughter is sometimes the only way to cope. But in reality, it can be extremely disturbing and distressing for the entire household when a family member carries on in a way that feels—or truly is—out of control.
Major tantrums can be especially hard for parents who didn’t have good parenting examples themselves. It takes superhuman patience to be the parents we want to be some days, and none of us does it perfectly all the time. When a child is screaming and crying over something irrational and nothing seems to be working to get them to stop, exhausted parents can lose their cool and respond in ways they normally wouldn’t.
That’s one reason a TikTok video of a father and son captured in the aftermath of an epic toddler tantrum has caught people’s attention. Many of us have been in the dad’s shoes before, frazzled and shaken by the relentlessness and intensity of a 3-year-old’s meltdown. And many of us have been in the son’s shoes as well, witnessing a younger sibling’s insanity and our parents’ struggle to manage the situation.
But the way this father and son support one another is bringing people to tears with its beautiful example of emotional regulation, empathy and connection.
TikTok user @mollymikos shared the video, explaining that their 3-year-old had just thrown a 2 1/2-hour tantrum (which she clarified was actually two tantrums with a 10-minute break in between). “We did not have Unicorn Chopsticks and would not go to the store (where they don’t sell unicorn chopsticks….),” she explained when someone asked what the fit was over. Sounds about right. The tyrannical threes are no joke.
So much to love in this video. First, the 6-year-old, whom Mikos describes as “empathetic” and “a deeply feeling kid,” demonstrated impressive self-regulation skills. The way he started taking deep breaths and suggested that he and Dad do some deep breathing together was inspiring. Second, the dad apologized for losing it and explained that they were trying to set a better example as parents, which many parents are far too proud to do. Finally, the kiddo displayed such deep understanding and compassion, it was clear these parents have worked hard to create healthy emotional connections and open communication in their family.
Mikos tells Upworthy that she and her husband have been working hard to break the stress cycles that so often get passed down from generation to generation.
“I didn’t realize how much would be brought up by having children,” she says. “We are working on repairing and changing the way we interact with our children so that they feel supported instead of shamed.”
Mikos says social media has given this generation of parents access to experts, studies and revelations that can help them navigate raising kids with gentle parenting principles. She personally finds inspiration on Instagram from Dr. Becky Kennedy, Janet Lansbury,Conscious Mommy and Eli Harwood. “They’ve changed my life,” she says.
People are loving the example Mikos and her husband are setting with—and for—their kids.
“This just goes to show how much of a great job your doing!!!” wrote one commenter. “Toddlers are hard and the fact your 6yo was able to empathize and communicate shows it.”
“This is why you’re good parents,” shared another. “Your older child can regulate his emotions and is empathetic. That’s amazing at any age and you did that.”
“Not me sobbing at 2 am bc this is the healthiest parent-child relationship ever,” wrote another. “Keep it up 😭😭💕 yall are doing awesome.”
Mikos has been heartened by all the comments on her video. The fact that her husband apologized to their son for losing his patience was particularly moving for a lot of commenters, especially those who had parents who never did that. “Many people have said that they didn’t realize parents could apologize to their children,” she says. “Yes. Please apologize. They need to know we make mistakes, and that we still love them and are constantly trying to do better.”
Apologizing to our kids when we’re in the wrong or when we behave in a way we’re not proud of demonstrates respect and teaches accountability by example. The fact that this dad is comfortable apologizing is likely a big reason why his son has the emotional tools that he does.
Gentle, compassionate parenting may not instantaneously end a tantrum, but it does pay off with big emotional and relational wins in the long run.
Imagine your 12-year-old son is helping take part in his school’s Valentine’s Day fundraiser. You’d probably be proud and encouraged at the way he’s getting involved and doing something good, right?
Now imagine, as part of that effort, he decided to email the CEO of Costco, one of the most beloved big box retailers in the world. Well, that’s cute, right? But what if he told you the CEO not only wrote back but went out of his way to donate exactly what your son asked for?
It may sound too good to be true, but that’s exactly what happened when Grant Cerwin sent an email to Costco CEO Craig Jelinek. The sixth grader emailed Jelinek asking if he would donate one of Costco’s famous 93-inch teddy bears to his middle school’s fundraiser in Los Angeles:
“Hi Mr. Jelinek,
My name is Grant Cerwin and I am 12 years old. I go to [removed] Middle School and am the 6th grade class rep. We want to raffle one of your giant bears as a Valentine’s Day fundraiser for our school. We are part of the Los Angeles Unified School District. Is there any chance Costco might donate one? My dad has a truck and we could come get it at the store. I would make sure everyone knew you gave it to us in our school newsletter, on social media and with a big sign by the bear. I know it is a long shot but I thought it couldn’t hurt to ask. We are also seeing how we might get enough money to buy one. Thanks for considering. Your friend, Grant.”
Well, it turns out the long shot was perfectly timed.
Jelinek not only saw the email but jumped into action, asking his colleague “Can we find him a teddy?” Then his lieutenant emailed their colleagues to quickly find a bear for Cerwin’s school, writing: “Do whatever it takes to find a Big Bear and set up pick up for Lesley. Keep me posted.”
Grant then received the following message from Costco:
“Good morning Grant. I am the Toy Supervisor at our Costco’s LA Regional office. I have good news, Costco will be donating a 93” Plush Bear to your school to use in your Valentine’s Day fundraiser! We could have it delivered to the school directly so your parents don’t have to worry about transporting it.”
With time to spare, the Big Bear was delivered to Grant and his school was able to include it in their fundraiser. And while moments like this don’t happen every day, they are a great reminder that even the biggest companies are run by real people and those people often have big hearts. Big, as in 93” plush bear big.
“It speaks volumes about the leadership at Costco that Grant got the response he did,” Grant’s mother Lesley Cerwin told Upworthy. “He is a boundlessly optimistic child and as a parent you worry the world will chip away at that positivity. I’m grateful that the team at Costco reaffirmed my son’s belief that the world is full of good people.”
“I couldn’t believe that they responded so fast and that so many people helped,” Grant told Upworthy. “They didn’t want anything, just to help our school.”
Something as seemingly simple as a donated teddy bear might not sound like much, but it’s examples like this that show the power of bridge-building between companies and communities.
An act of kindness in itself can go a long way. And when that is coupled with the impact it had not only on Grant and his mom, but on Grant’s classmates, you can start to see a real impact that all started with a single email.
“My teachers and friends at school are excited,” Grant said. “We all can’t believe how big it is. It takes a bunch of us to move it around. Our ASB class is working on a thank you card.”
Plus, let’s be honest, a personal touch from someone as high-profile as Craig Jelinek and his team isn’t a bad way to build customer loyalty either. As Lesley told us, “I’ve always liked Costco. Will I be even happier to shop there now? You bet. It is a great store and now I am acutely aware that it is run by amazing people.”
The next time you want a pleasant conversation among friends to turn into pure chaos, ask the following question: who is the most huggable superhero? You will get a wide variety of answers. Some people (freaks) might say Batman; others, King Shark. Maybe it’s Spider-Man, or Wonder Woman, or Mister Fantastic, or the Beast, who appears on this list of the 10 most furry superheroes. Good enough for me. One of the superheroes who will not be in the conversation is that steel-beam of emotion known as Superman.
When asked by Variety at the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 premiere about what he’s looking for in a Man of Steel, the Superman: Legacy director replied, “The next Superman has to be someone who has all the humanity that Superman has but he’s also an alien” Gunn needs his Superman, and whoever plays him, to be “somebody who has the kindness and the compassion that Superman has and be somebody who you want to give a hug.”
Superman is neither comforting nor fuzzy. Therefore, I have never considered wanting to hug him. Probably because I’m worried he’ll squeeze too hard and, oops, pop go my eyeballs. It’s a concern of mine.
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