No matter how much we learn over the course of our life, there are still countless things that we will never know. From foreign languages to the mysteries of the universe, most people view these gaps in our knowledge as a bad thing. Travel writer Pico Iyer, however, has a different way of looking at the things we’ll never know. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/the-beauty-of-not-knowning/
When Hugo Ortega arrived in Houston after crossing the Mexican border he had neither a Green Card or the ability to speak English. He found a job washing dishes, slowly building a relationship with his boss Tracy Vaught and moving up the ranks in the restaurant he worked at. One day while eating together Ortega exclaimed that the Mexican food he found in Houston was nothing like the food he ate at home. Vaught encouraged authentic Mexican food at their restaurant to set it apart from the other Tex-Mex places in town. The gamble paid off. Over the next few years the couple, now husband and wife, would expand their cooking empire into multiple restaurants throughout Houston. Ortega is now a citizen thanks to President Reagan’s amnesty program and continues to work in the Houston area. He and Tracy Vaught are still married after all these years. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/from-dishwasher-to-restaurateur/
When the acoustics are just right, it’s hard to pass up recreating this iconic movie moment… Read more: http://www.wimp.com/you-shall-not-pass/
We all receive spam emails, but few of us ever give them a second glance before deleting them. That’s why James Veitch sought to discover what happens when you respond to the most obvious of spam emails. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/what-happens-when-you-respond-to-spam-emails/
As a grandma, she is legally obligated to have this kind of reaction. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/grandma-cant-believe-her-grandsons-new-years-eve-plans/
One might expect to hear these sounds coming from a popular nightclub instead of the sidewalk. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/german-street-musician-surprises-his-audience-by-recreating-club-sounds/
It’s great to go out and buy new things for your house, but sometimes, it’s better to do things yourself. Right now, it’s easier than ever to make things yourself thanks to the fancy new trend of upcycling. Upcycling is the process of taking old products that are past their prime, and transforming them into something much more valuable. We’ve seen how to turn doormats into gorgeous works of art and how to get something new out of old light bulbs. The video below showcases a DIY project that is perfect for anyone looking to upgrade their bedroom. It shows how you can take an ordinary door and turn it into an eyepopping headboard for your bed. It may seem like a complicated task, but once you see how simple it is, you’ll realize anyone can do it. Here to help is Rachel Ranney from the Buildipedia YouTube channel. She gives step-by-step instructions to make this DIY project as easy as possible. Here is what you need: A reclaimed door Wooden trim Sander/sand paper Rag Paint Brushes/Rollers Hammer and nails Foam Batting Fabric Fabric glue Mounting hardware When you see the finished product, you won’t believe that it came from an old door. If you’re wondering where to get a door, you can use one from your house that you recently replaced, or you can search yard sales and secondhand stores for a good deal. Since you will be renovating, there is no need to purchase an expensive door – Rachel bought hers for just $25. Watch the video below to see exactly how she did it. Don’t forget to SHARE this incredible DIY project with your friends and family. H/T: Buildipedia Read more: http://www.wimp.com/how-to-make-a-diy-upholstered-headboard-from-an-old-door/
These little lion cubs have a long way to go before they become “kings of the jungle.” Read more: http://www.wimp.com/lion-cubs-try-to-roar-like-their-dad/
Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children, otherwise known as “SickKids,” is at the forefront of medical research in Canada. This advertisement is an important reminder that sick children around the world aren’t helpless, they’re fighters. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/epic-commercial-for-torontos-childrens-hospital/
Surgery can be a scary experience, especially if you’re as young as the girl in this video. Luckily, she had a great anesthesiologist who kept her spirits high. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/anesthesiologist-comforts-little-girl-before-surgery/