Inspiring
February 21, 2023

Ukrainian Wedding Planner Opens Up About Adapting to War and Still Finding Joy in Life

Oksana Bratseiko, a 29-year-old wedding planner, has been working in Ukraine’s wedding industry for seven years. Living and working in Kyiv, she has dealt with the repercussions of Russia’s attacks for almost a year now. Recently, Bratseiko shared her firsthand account of what life has been like for her professionally, and how couples have been able to celebrate their love for one another. “Wedding planners have always had a lot of responsibility,” Bratseiko shares.

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Inspiring
February 21, 2023

Dad Takes Toddler Son for a Mani-Pedi After Teacher Says Nail Polish Is “Only for Girls”

Teachers are often undervalued and deserve a lot more credit for helping to uplift children. Many people know firsthand how impactful a teacher's encouragement can be. Unfortunately, it goes the other way as well. There are some cases when a teacher's careless words can hurt and debilitate a child. One loving father took it upon himself to undo the hurtful words of his son's teacher.

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Store
February 21, 2023

Spectacular Handmade Jewelry Captures the Wonders of Space

There's an abundance of beauty in space, but we can't always see it. Creative jewelry brand Yugen Handmade crafts exceptional bracelets and necklaces that showcase some of the most spectacular astronomical sights. From colorful nebulas to portraits of planets, these accessories enhance every outfit with their sparkle. Fortunately, My Modern Met Store carries a stellar selection of jewelry from Yugen Handmade. One of the newest additions is the Drops in Cosmic Ocean Necklace.

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Dogs
February 20, 2023

Animal Shelter Asks Paul Rudd To Adopt Dog That Looks Just Like Him

We all have a doppelgänger somewhere in the world. And in some cases, our lookalike isn't even a human being. Case in point, an animal shelter in Collierville, Tennessee, shared photos of a 2-year-old Australian shepherd mix named Waffle House that bears an uncanny resemblance to actor Paul Rudd.  With bright happy eyes and a brilliant smile, this charming pup has earned its nickname of “Pawl Ruff.

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