Entertainment

World Cup mascots through the years

Waiting 4 years for the World Cup makes us feel really excited and it doesn’t matter where are we from, this international tournament makes almost everyone want to stay infront of the TV, just to know which team is going to be the winner, so that’s why we should watch every single game, those are pretty exciting because sometimes we get surprising results and we feel so excited as if we were in the host country.

These are the mascots of the World Cups since 196, taking costumes and characteristics of each host country. Get to know each one of them, including the FIFA Women’s World Cup mascots.

World Cup Willie, England, 1966

This little friend was known as Willie, was the first mascot of a World Cup and it was a lion who was footballer which is the traditional symbol of England.

Juanito, Mexico, 1970

Juanito was the mascot of the World Cup in 1970 and Mexico was the host country, this is a mexican kid with a big hat that is commonly used in that country.

Tip and Tap, Germany, 1974

Two children who are footballers were the mascots of the World Cup in Germany and we can see WM in one of their shirts and it stands for Weltmeisterschaft.

Gauchito Mundialito, Argentina, 1978

To represent Argentina, the mascot was a kid dressed as a Gaucho, it is a symbol of that country.

Naranjito, Spain, 1982

Orange is a typical fruit from Spain, that's why we saw a orange wearing the uniform of the national team.

Pique, Mexico, 1986

We all know how Mexican people enjoy eating spicy food and that's why their mascot was Pique with a big hat and also a great personality.

Ciao, Italy, 1990

Ciao had all the colors of the Italian flag, is a footballer, it is playing and is representing really well its country.

Striker, United States, 1994

This dog was a footballer, was introduced by the United States in 1944 as their mascot while they were the host country.

Footix, France, 1998

This mascot had the colors of the French flag, it it something that is traditional in France.

The Spheriks: Ato, South Korea-Japan, 2002

The Spheriks are creatures that have different colors that represents Japan, it was the official mascot of that year.

Kaz, South Korea-Japan, 2002

Each one of them had some characteristics that made them different and on of the most important was the color of each one.

Nik, South Korea-Japan, 2002

Those creatures are telling us about the culture of their country and what do they believe. They are so interesting.

Goleo VI, Germany, 2006

This ia s lion waring a Germany shirt with the number six and talking football named Pille. His name is because of "goal" and "leo".

Pille, Germnay, 2006

This was the ball who was part of Goleo mascot for Germany World Cup and many people told that it was not something related to Germany.

Zakumi, South Africa, 2010

Zakumi is an African leopard, a common animal that can be found in South Africa, it had green hair and was wearing a shirt saying South Africa 2010.

Fuleco, Brazil, 2014

A Brazilian armadillo and was wearing a white T-shirt reading "Brazil 2014". The name Fuleco was because of the words "Futebol" and "Ecologia".

Zabivaka, Russia, 2018

This is a wolf with a name that can be translated as The Goalscorer. The color combination is because of the Russian team.

Karla Kick, Germany, 2011

A smiling cat was the mascot of the FIFA Women's world cup in 2011 and Germany was the host country.

Shueme, Canada, 2015

For the Women's World Cup in 2015 was in Canada, the mascot was a great white owl, her name derives from chouette, French for owl.

Ettie, France, 2019

This is going to be a chicken, she is the daughter of Footix, 1998 World Cup mascot.

General

Gestures we make with our hands and their meaning in different countries

Each culture is used to certain gestures and movements to communicate, but not in all cultures these, have the same meaning, sometimes what for us can be perfectly understandable in other countries is misinterpreted or vice versa. Our body language helps us communicate more easily without using words. These are some gestures that are used in various countries of the world, but they have totally different meanings in each of them. If you are planning a trip, this can help you understand other cultures better.

Pointing something

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The gesture of pointing with the index finger is believed and seen as very impolite gesture. However, it is one of the first gestures we learn in life and use the most. Usually, it works to point objects or indicate a location in the western countries.

Pointing in the Middle East

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Extending a finger and pointing with it, is considered impolite by many cultures, but especially in the Middle East, as it is seen as a great lack of respect to any person who is designated. For this reason they usually keep their hands behind them.

Crossing fingers

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Crossing fingers has become a very popular gesture, especially among young people and children. This simple gesture can have different meanings depending on the context, although the main and most popular around the planet is to wish luck.

Crossing your fingers in Vietnam

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Crossing fingers in Vietnam has a totally different meaning to the previous one. It is a sign that is considered rough because it refers to a part of the female body. So you know, don’t try to ask for good luck in Vietnam.

O.K.

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In this gesture the tips of the index finger and the thumb are touching each other and the remaining three fingers stay vertical. This sign means "good or excellent" in the United States and Latin American countries.

The variation of meaning in other countries

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In Germany it can be a way of telling someone that he has lost his mind, in Greece it is used to refer to a body part and considered obscene and in France it is used to indicate a zero or valueless amount.

The letter V with your fingers

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Sign V is a gesture in which the index and middle fingers are lifted apart, while the other fingers remain closed. It has several meanings, depending on the cultural context in which it occurs. Fundamentally it is used as: the letter "V" of "victory".

It cannot be used in any country

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In Canada, New Zealand, Australia or Ireland, it can not be used as they consider it rude. They use it as a symbol of challenging authority.

Thumbs up

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In many Latin American countries they use it to say that everything is good or excellent. This one is one of the signs we learn since we were little children. Using it, you don’t need even a word to be understood.

Variations of meaning

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In the Middle East this sign is an insult. They are very reserved and any gesture can be taken as disrespectful. People are not used to communicating with so many signs.

Call someone with your finger

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Extending a finger and then moving it towards oneself in the United States is an invitation to approach that person.

Other meanings

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But not in all cultures is considered or seen in the same way. This includes the Middle East, Portugal, Japan, Indonesia and the Philippines where it is only used to call dogs and people who practice prostitution.

Call with the full hand

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This gesture is used usually and only between people who know each other to call the other one or telling somebody to approach them.

Other meaning

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Depending on the area you are in, especially neighborhoods, if used with strangers is a sign of challenge and invitation to fight, so it is preferable that you do not make use of it. In the Philippines they use it only to call dogs, if you call somebody using this gesture, he or she would feel very offended.

Rock sign

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Extending the little finger and thumb while bending the rest can mean different things. This is a common sign for rock lovers and is considered a gesture of joy and enjoyment for music. In Hawaii it symbolizes a welcome.

Other meanings

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In some parts of Africa it is considered a curse, while for Spaniards and Italians it is a sign of being cheated.

Handshake

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Most countries in the world consider this gesture as a symbol of cordiality no mattering if it is between men or women. It is a body movement used to greet or reach an agreement with someone else.

Other meaning

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However in Saudi Arabia, if a woman shakes a man's hand it means that she agrees to have sex with him. Therefore in this country this gesture is not well seen and you should be careful if you are visiting for the first time.

Slap on the shoulder

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This gesture varies a lot and depending on how it is done, can change its meaning. It is usually used to encourage or transmit confidence to people close to you.

Other meaning

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The meaning changes depending on the strength or speed with which it takes place and if it happens between strangers, which can become an aggressive gesture in any cultural context.

Celebrity

Celebrities that have launched their own fashion line

There are lots of celebrities that start being famous or entering to the industry because of their singing attributes or some others start modeling or acting. However, we know that every girl has a special love for fashion and shoes and high fashion bags. Therefore, almost all of them invert some money in starting their own fashion line. They are mostly successful, although most of them start the entrepreneurship to have fun. However, they can also earn some more money too so it can economically be a great opportunity for them too.

Melissa McCarthy

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She started her fashion line as a way of saying that there can be great clothes for any size! Avoiding the "plus size" label she made all the girls think they worth buying anything they like.

Gwen Stefani

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Gwen Stefani inspirited in a bunch of different cultures when thinking her fashion line. She loves Japanese fashion and mixed some Indian, Jamaican and Guatemalan customs to finish her whole style.

Sean Combs

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His fashion line won an award for Menswear Designer of the Year in 2004. He is mostly known as Diddy is one of the highest paid celebrities in the world. He also did a kids fashion line that was very successful too.

Beyoncé

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She started her own sports line recently. Apart from this one she owns some more clothing lines that were not as successful as her music. However, they were sold in a lot of countries such us the UK.

Jessica Simpson

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The brand projected 1 billion in sales. She is definitely a powerful business woman, more than most of the people actually think. Jessica is a role model to some people, however, I strongly feel like even though she is an intelligent woman, she is not leaving a strong paw print in the fashion industry.

Bono

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His brand is called EDUN. He created it with his beloved wife. They started the line as a way of helping sub-Saharan Africa's economy. In the New York fashion week they launched a whole new aesthetic!

Elle Macpherson

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She is an actress, television host and model that launched her clothes line in a lot of countries including Ireland. She released an intimate line that was quite successful.

Justin Timberlake

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His collection was so successful that Target started selling it. He is a singer and of course made more money in the singing industry. However, we can't deny he has a great sense of fashion.

Nicky Hilton

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She is serious about her fashion line. Nicky presented it in NY's fashion week and since then started to be a more and more famous. She is Paris Hilton's sister and Conrad Hilton's daughter.

Nelly

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He presented his line in Macy's and even though a lot of people didn't think it was going to work out it actually did.

Miley Cyrus

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She wanted to create an affordable clothes line. Miley just wanted to sell her line in Walmart stores so that it encompass a wider clientage. The line was pretty successful and it was only sold for a limited time.

Jay-Z

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Just like his wife Beyonce he has a great clothes line that is also pretty successful. They are both huge entrepreneurs and business people.

Gwyneth Paltrow

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The Oscar winner launched her fashion line a few years ago. She is also a singer, actress and writer entrepreneur that is always betting for more.

Will.i.am

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Will.i.am is a successful singer part of Black Eyed Peas band. After the music band disolved he started a solo album and then developed his clothing lined called i.am back in 2001.

Christy Turlington Burns

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She has two clothing lines with Puma. "I view every person I meet as a potential teacher, but it's probably my children who inspire me to continue to do the work that I do for others" - she declared to Wmagazine.

David Beckham

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He has a fashion line in H&M. His campaign aims to highlight David's role as a style icon to millions of men around the world say the brand. Every woman I know would love her man to dress up like him so I think it has a great marketing campaign.

Elizabeth Hurley

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She sells her line in Saks Fifth Avenue stores. Her line is mostly beachwear and she launched it in 2005. Since then, it had been pretty successful.

Snoop Dogg

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He joins P.Diddy and released his own fashion line called ‘Rich & Infamous’. I think at this point that a lot of celebs need to invert money in something else and they are a little bit bored with their main vocation so they start digging into new areas.

Eminem

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Eminem launched a sportswear collection called "Shady". In 2003 he signed a contract with Nesi Apparel Group. He has a great sense of fashion and is also a role model to a lot of people.

Pharrell Williams

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He is a big entrepreneur! He owns a footwear line and had a partnership with Adidas. He is a committed man and is always betting for more. Pharrell is a great singer who, at least in my opinion, a BIG sense of fashion and late trends.

Life

Old photographs that show us the funny side of people

We are used to seeing old photographs and thinking about how serious people acted and were in those times. Although it was the norm when taking photographs back then that no one smiled, some of them were taken seconds later and show us that it was not like that at all. Regardless of the situation and how difficult times were, people always seek to find a positive and fun side to everything. These are some pictures that will show you the happy side of that people.

Elegance in France

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Their costumes and appearance of French people always make us think of etiquette and elegance, but we all need a moment to leave the seriousness behind and just smile, right?

Family picture

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Although this photograph can be common now, years ago it was impossible to see something like it. We can definitely see a very united and happy family.

Here we have it again

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It seems that Zar Nicolas II was the one who imposed that new challenge that everyone is doing in social networks. Hopefully they have not hurt themselves.

Russia’s emperor

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Even the Emperor of Russia Zar Nicholas II joked in front of the camera before taking the official photo.

Costume exchange

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This family decided to have a little fun and dress a little differently for the family picture. Not only now we wear costumes, people did it years ago as well.

Famous psychiatrist of the time

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His name was Richard Von Krafft Freiherr and he was one of the most recognized psychiatrists of that era. Apparently that wardrobe was very uncomfortable for that specific temperature.

Ready to fall into the water?

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Couple were not always romantic, they also knew how to play a little bit. Look how they prove it in this picture!

Flirting

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Apparently "flirting" is nothing of this century since many years ago they have done it and we have even learned from them.

Selfie?

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That image is very similar to a selfie today. No doubt she was very happy and they were making her laugh.

Making faces

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We have all found pictures of us when we were babies or pictures of our parents and grandparents. Older ones also make funny faces while they are photographed.

Smiling to the camera

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These two little sisters show their genuine smiles to the cameras before the family photography. At least they do not mind having the same hair and a very similar outfit.

A very genuine gesture

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Mother and daughter showing their appreciation before being photographed. Apparently they had a very good relationship.

Unforgettable holidays

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Nothing better than going to the beach on vacations and enjoying the sun with incredible people and unique moments. Hopefully it was not that uncomfortable for the person who was on the floor.

Everyone in his place!

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This image is a bit curious, they seem to agree to be in the right place to create a very interesting visual effect and they achieved it.

A walk in the park

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There is nothing more de-stressing and refreshing than a bike ride through the park. Surely she had a lot of balance to ride with her arms crossed that calm and smiling.

A happy couple

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This couple could not help joking and smiling during their photo shoot to remember their love and show it to their grandchildren.

Ready to dance

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If we thought that the old holidays were boring, this photograph shows us the opposite. It even looks like they are dancing Thriller.

Beautiful

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These three young men decided to joke a little and dress as ladies and even pose for the picture. Surely they did not stop laughing seconds later.

A snow lady

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Apparently at that time not only snowmen were fashionable, that snow lady seems almost unreal.

She is not floating

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But she is jumping rope. This was one of the most popular games of that time, they were really good at tricks.

Animals

Incredible! Homeless Refused to Leave His Beloved Dog Out in the Cold

Some stories about humans and animals are truly heartwarming. Bernard Holland is a man who was residing in Indianapolis, Indiana at a camp for homeless individuals.

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He stayed at the homeless camp no matter how intense and unpleasant the weather got. Although the weather was often extremely frigid, he never considered getting shelter because he wouldn’t have been allowed to take Oreo along with him. Oreo is the name of his dog who has been with him through thick and thin.

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He told Mary Stickelmaier of Horizon House (an organization for homeless individuals) that he’d only visit a shelter if Oreo was permitted, as well. Horizon House, as a result, reached out to the nearby Wigglebutt Doghouse and asked if they could give Oreo a place to stay.

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Wigglebutt Doghouse responded by saying that they’d not only house Oreo, but they’d also hire Bernard for a part-time position. They even said that they’d foot the bill for Oreo’s veterinary care.

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Bernard is at the moment working on strengthening his resume. He’s also trying to secure permanent work via “Opportunity Knocks,” a program that was set up by Horizon House.

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As far as work skills go, Bernard has held various positions in the maintenance field before. Check out this article’s video clip to see how far Bernard has come in such a short period of time.

It looks like things are shaping to work out just fine for Bernard and his beloved four-legged pal, Oreo. Bernard’s admiration of his canine buddy is truly inspiring.

His dedication to her is just as impressive. Bernard resides at a hotel near Wigglebutt Doghouse, Oreo’s digs for the moment. He’s immensely grateful that they’re both comfortable and safe.

Source: Justmansbestfriendforlife.com

Life

Meaning of body language, we will help you to understand people better

We all believe that the most effective way to communicate is to talk, but even if we do not realize, 80% of the information we perceive is through non-verbal language. This includes all our body movements and facial expressions, such as moving our arms, tilting our heads and eye movements as well.

Many times we move several times without realizing it. We send messages to those around us showing what we think or how we do not feel, which is why it is difficult to hide our feelings. Not everyone is as observant or have a fully non-verbal language knowledge. However, here, we will give you body language explanations, helping you to have a better understanding of people around you and yourself.

Doubt

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The difference between someone with some doubt and an uncomfortable person is that in the first case the person does not use his whole hand to touch his neck, usually it is a finger, which makes a movement to remove the itching. Neither of them is completely to the back of the neck, but stays by the back of the ear to show uncertainty.

Remembering

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When a person is remembering a place or other person, he usually looks up and put his eyes to the side. Normally, memories are with images or sensations of people and places. These small details help us differentiate if someone is thinking or remembering something.

The front foot

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The most advanced foot almost always points to where you would like to go. In a social situation with several people also points towards the person you consider most interesting or attractive. If you want someone to feel that you are giving them your full attention, make sure your feet are facing him.

Person with open arms

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Keeping your arms at your sides or just touching your hands lightly means that the person is friendly and open to listening to what others are saying. This position is more relaxed than the previous one and therefore gives more confidence.

Boredom

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Resting chin or face on our hands, tilting the head slightly downward, means boredom or loss of interest. This happens to anyone who is in listening to something that does not attract attention or is thinking of something else. When the person you are addressing does this, it is surely boredom.

Interest

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Place the chin on your hands, but in this case the face is facing up and not tilted down. Another aspect that helps us identify that the person is paying attention are the eyes that are looking directly to the target instead of looking up or down. If the person you like takes this position while you are talking, that will also make you feel attracted too.

Thinking

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It is easy to know when someone is thinking and not remembering something. The gaze is kept to the side and down. Sometimes a hand is placed on the face, chin or mouth, and it is maintained for such a time without much movement.

Discomfort

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Sometimes it is difficult to know if someone is not comfortable or comfortable in certain situations, and although we ask the answer is usually no. But if we look at people, they usually make these movements and looks. They for example close their eyes a little and put one hand behind their neck, also movements become tense.

Having clenched fists

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This implies that the person is on a defensive mood and is ready to attack at any time. It also shows hostility and insecurity from the person who does it.

Sit forward

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This happens when a person wants to finish a conversation, is ready to leave or already despairs. The hands can be placed on a table if there is one or also taking the bottom of the chair. This can create an injury if it is done constantly or becomes a habit, which is the most common in most of the cases.

A trembling leg

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According to several studies this is a sign that the person suffers from anxiety, irritation or instability. Surely you have made this movement while you are in classes and you feel restless and ready to leave.

Rub your eyes

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When we rub our eyes it is because we are avoiding seeing something or we find ourselves lying about something and we do not want anyone to notice it, since we get nervous and try not to see others directly. This case applies when you are interrogating someone and responds using this movement.

Sadness

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The look usually goes down and both eyes feel heavy. The hand in this case is under the eyes to prevent tears from falling or being noticed by others. It is also done when we feel discomfort in our eyes or something is about to get in them.

Closed or imposing person

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These people usually cross their arms and place their hands inside the armpits or one of them. Their head also tend to lean slightly to the side and their gazing does not move at all. They do this to show authority to the person with whom they are talking to.

Comfort or a lot of confidence

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When a person is very comfortable or relaxed somewhere, they usually sit back and sit very loosely, as if they were lying down. This can be seen as very impolite if it is in public, including a study class or a work conference.

Hands in the pockets

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This denotes disengagement in the conversation or situation, except when the person bends forward and gaze down. People do it when they are very comfortable and relaxed while chatting with someone else.

Crossed legs

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Sitting cross-legged on many occasions is a sign of resistance and little receptivity when negotiating or being in a place with strangers. But it is not in all cases, because when you are in a more relaxed environment like home, men usually do it for convenience.

Hands on the hips

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When people place their hands on their waists, it is a sign of defiance and awesomeness. This is done to intimidate whoever is in front of them. Surely this movement will make you think of your childhood when your parents scolded you.

Hands behind the back

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This is a sign of self-control, security or authority. It also means absence of fear by exposing weak points such as the stomach, throat and crotch. It may be useful to adopt this position in situations where you are facing an audience.

Show an open palm

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This gesture expresses sincerity and honesty instead of closing the fist that shows the opposite.

Animals

24 cool things every cat lady should own

The life of a cat lady is a wonderful one. Every day cats bring the great joy to their owners. But the true cat lady knows that life always has room for more cats. When that room cannot be filled with more actual cats, these products can fill the void. Each of these items reminds the cat lady why cats are so special and celebrates the unique cuteness and quirkiness that makes them so lovable in the first place.

1. Cat Marshmallows

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If anything can make hot chocolate even better, it’s cats. These adorable cat-shaped marshmallows peek out from the inky blackness of your drink to remind you that everything is ok.

2. Wall Furniture for Cats

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Even better than things featuring cats are things made for cats. Your cats will thank you when you bring this mountable wall furniture home. It stays out of the way on the wall, gives your cats a space of their own, and allows cat exploration while remaining safely in sight of mom.

3. Cat Mom Mug

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You know the truth: your cats love their mom. Don’t hide that fact from the rest of the world; celebrate it! This mug makes the morning with your cats even better.

4. Cat Tea Bags

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You will need something to put in that cat mom mug, and these cat-shaped tea bags fit the bill. These tea bags feature small cat ears that turn every brew into a “mew.”

5. Cat Candle

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Don’t worry; this candle doesn’t smell like burning cats. Instead it smells like the cozy and warm, reminiscent of the way your cats make you feel.

6. Cat Life Sweater

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Some simple truths just need to be spelled out and this sweater doesn’t mince words. The sweater perfectly expressed the feelings of a cat lady. Cats enhance lives in a way that no one can dispute.

7. Cat Hoodie

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This cat hoodie proclaims your love in cats in a different way. This adorable piece of clothing not only makes you look like a cat, but has a pocket that opens from the top, allowing you to walk around while cuddling with your kittens.

8. Cat Cutting Board

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This cutting board means that you can have cats in your kitchen too. Looking down when cutting vegetables to see a cat might just bring a smile to your face while cooking.

9. Cat Wallet

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Another entry into your possible cat-themed wardrobe. Adorable kitten heads cover this wallet, and it is available in both black and white to match anything.

10. Cat Heels

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Unfortunately, these cat shaped heels aren’t kitten heels. But they still have cute little kitten ears that make your celebration of cats much more clear. Inside the shoes playfully meow at you.

11. Cat Monogram Necklaces

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These necklaces come in silver and gold colorings and feature different letters of the alphabet. Get one with the first letter of your best friend’s name to remind you of them. Of course, choosing which one of your cats is your best mind may be hard.

12. Cat Lady Perfume

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The official perfume of cat ladies everywhere smells wonderful. A little dab will remind you of the cats waiting for you at home as you go about your daily business.

13. Cat Sticky Notes

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These sticky notes shaped like cats may be too cute to ever use, especially when you factor in that each one comes with its own cardboard box to sit in.

14. Cat Bouquet

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One can never have too many cat crafts. Let someone know that they mean a lot to you by giving them a bouquet, not of flowers, but of the thing that truly matters most.

15. Shark Laser Pointer

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Sure, you could use any laser pointer to play with your cat. But this one is a shark with freakin’ laser beams on its head. Satisfy your inner geek while you satisfy your cat’s playful nature.

16. Cat Ukulele

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After all that play, your cat will need something soothing to help it calm down. Play it a song on this ukulele with a cat-shaped sound hole.

17. Cat Calendar

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Cats can be distracting, but unfortunately real life doesn’t slow down for them. Keep track of everything coming up with this cat-themed calendar.

18. Cat Welcome Mat

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Welcome people to your home with this mat letting people know the head of the household. Also maybe welcome more cats in.

19. A Pillow that Tells the Truth

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This pillow tells you what you already know. But in the end dogs have nothing on cats. Make sure that this message stays the last thing you see before going to sleep and the first thing you see when you wake up.

20. Sponge Paws

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Make even cleaning up more cute with these sponges shaped like cute little cat paws. Whip up some suds while holding the hands of some buds. Your cats may be self-cleaning with their tongues, but these sponges give you a cat that cleans everything else.

21. Corner Protecting Kittens

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Remember to protect your house for your cats. These little helmets fit on the end of the sharp corners of furniture. They have the added benefit of making every piece of furniture cuter.

22. Cat Coasters

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Now that you have protected your cats from your furniture, protect your furniture from your drinks. These cat coasters serve as a crafty method for keeping moisture off of wood table tops.Optimized by Komoona

23. Cat Shirt

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Some people need to be put in their place. This shirt sends the message that your cats require the respect they deserve. And really, will there ever be a man as cute as the kittens you have at home?

24. Cat Paws for Everything

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The makers of these cat paws intend for them to go on the legs of furniture. Sure you could use them to protect the floor from marks, but think bigger than that. These cat paw booties can turn nearly anything small into another cat friend. Put them on chairs, pencils, spoons, and everything else to increase the cat warmth around you without any additional mess.

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Animals

Reasons why a kid needs a pet

Everyone has owned a pet at some point in their lives. It doesn’t matter what kind of animal it is, the mood in the house changes if you own one. In the kids’ case, owning a pet can show them how to be responsible for them. Besides, the bond they share with the animals makes the whole experience extra special.

It is important to have in mind that whether you buy or adopt a pet, you have to consider it as a new member of the family because these animals need to be taken care of.

Loyal friend

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Animals teach us humans what real friendship is all about. Pets will be loyal companions and to them we’ll be the best thing in this world.

They help develop a sense of responsibility

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When kids own a pet they learn how important it is to respect them and take care of them. They develop the sense of responsibility because in a way they are in charge of them.

This is one of the biggest benefits

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Owning a pet since a very young age can help children gain self-confidence by being more social and open towards others. Empathy is another moral value children can develop thanks to this.

It strengthens their immune system

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Some studies have revealed that living with dogs or cats since a very young age, can help strengthen your immune system, preventing the kids from developing allergies.

They become another family member

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Owning a pet means being responsible for it. It’s important to teach the children how to properly take care of the animal. They need to know that they are not toys; they need to be fed and taken care of.

Sharing responsibilities

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It’s pretty common to get a pet because the kids are asking for it and in the end the parents are usually the ones who take care of it. It’s important to let the kids know how important it is to share responsibilities such as filling the water or food bowl.

Developing nonverbal communication

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Studies have shown that living with pets can help children develop nonverbal communication skills. They also learn how to not be judge mental with others.

It will help them keep a better mood

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Most of the time children are the happiest of people and they have this genuine confidence, so owning a pet gives them that sense of responsibility and being part of something important.

Pets teach children the benefits of giving

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Since a very young age parents try to teach their children how important it is to give something and not wait for anything in return. Owning a pet can definitely help out with that because they have to take care of the pet and they’re not going to necessarily wait for something in return.

Pets boost the kids’ self-esteem

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Just by giving unconditional love to their pets, children develop their self-esteem. This happens because they learn how to take care of someone or something so they feel like they are capable of being in charge.

It decreases the need to be aggressive

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A lot of the things we’ve previously mentioned on this post are related to the sense of responsibility children develop, and in this case it helps them control their emotions because pets are often fragile beings that need to be taken care of the right way.

Pets prevent children from developing psychosomatic diseases

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Psychosomatic disorders involve both mind and body and some are thought to be particularly prone to be made worse by mental factors such as stress and anxiety. Owning a pet can help the kid stay relaxed and prevent these disorders.

They help stimulate physical exercise

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Owning a pet, especially if it’s a dog, can help the kids stimulate physical exercise because they need to take the dog for walks; something as simple as playing fetch can also help the children exercise.

They can help lower their heart beat

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This is due to the fact that children often play with their pets and they release all the negative emotions they are feeling. So, if they're feeling relaxed, they'll have a healthy heart beat.

Pets can help children with learning how to read

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When children start to read they can often feel the pressure to do it perfectly, so a good way for them to practice is reading out loud to their pets. This way they won’t feel the need to do it perfectly because they won’t feel judged.

Developing social skills

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Kids who struggle with socializing with others can feel relieved when they own a pet because they automatically become friends with them. This can help them feel more comfortable when socializing with other people.

Pets make the bond between families even tighter

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This is due to the fact that families often share the responsibilities of owning a pet, and sometimes their plans are focused on spending time with their pet.

It helps kids with problem solving

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If they are responsible for their pets they know that eventually there will be problems to solve, so it helps them with being more conscious of the consequences they might face.

Pets can help children understand life cycle

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If the kids own a pet since its birth and throughout its life time, they will learn how the life cycle works.

Pets can help kids deal with jealousy

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When the kid is an only child, having a new brother or sister can be tough for them because they are used to getting all the attention. Somehow they feel that the new sibling will take their place. To solve this, pets can make the oldest child feel like they are not alone.

Life

Good Parenting Summed Up In Photos

Parents know how hard it is to know whether or not they’ve done a good job raising their children. They all want their kids to be thoughtful, clever, loving, determined and the list goes on and on. They way children act tells a lot about the parent.

In this post, we’ll show you pictures of kids doing the most thoughtful things for others. There’s no doubt this is good parenting summed up in photos.

Helping others

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“How my son wanted to spend the $120 he saved this year. Saturday morning, my son walked into my room and said he wanted to use his money to help the homeless. I asked him what he had in mind, and he said he wanted to make them lunches.”

He created an animal shelter

Source: churchofpizza

This 9-year-old boy created a no-kill animal shelter in his garage.

He made wigs for kids with cancer

Source: Deeanna Thomas

This 8-year-old boy was bullied for 2 years while growing his hair long to make wigs for kids with cancer.

So adorable!

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This kid helps bunny climb sculpture. Isn’t he adorable?!

“She can have some of my hair”

Source: Sm1ttySm1t

“My 3-year-old daughter saw a little girl without hair and asked why she was bald. I explained she was sick and the medicine made her hair fall out. "Oh. She can have some of my hair," she said.”

She donates money

Source: Buffitron

“My daughter asked me if she could sell her stuffed animals and donate the money to our local SPCA”

They took in the neighborhood stray

Source: sympson2612

“It's been almost a year since we took in the neighborhood stray and my son still insists on tucking him in when he naps "so he knows that he lives at our house and will come back."”

She builds shelters for the homeless

Source: Hailey's Harvest

“This 9-year-old girl builds shelters for the homeless and grows food for them, too.”

She loves reading to her cat

Source: hailunix

“My wife told my daughter that the kitty was hurt (arthritis) and to be careful with her. She said: "ok I’ll read to her"

Siblings help each other

Source: mistertelford

It’s amazing how the siblings share such a special bond.

A girl makes her dad sandwiches for him to take to work

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“My 13-year-old daughter makes me sandwiches to take to work. I didn't even ask. She offered.”

He bought peanut butter for shelter dogs

Source: Prairie Paws

Carlitos saved up his own money to buy the shelter dogs peanut butter!

She wants her pet to be brave

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"She found out our dog had to get shots, so while we were waiting in the parking lot of the vet, our daughter hugged her and told her that shots hurt but it will all be okay and that she will take the dog to the toy store if she was a good girl”

She sneaked in a baby cow

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This 5-year-old girl sneaked a baby cow into her home to cuddle with it.

This little girl is taking care of her wounded dinosaur

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“When these Jurassic park battle damage, open wounded, dinosaurs originally came out, people complained how they were too violent for children. Yet here's my 2-year-old, who asked me to help treat his wounds, and now comforting him”

Kid reads to a shelter cat

Source: The Animal Rescue League of Berks

There are even programs in which kids that have trouble reading practice with shelter animals. It helps the animal and the child all at the same time. It is a beautiful thing.

Such a determined kid, amazing!

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Homeless boy does his homework using the light from a local Mcdonald’s.

He donated money to an animal shelter

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This young man bought some dog food with his own money and donated it to an animal shelter.

Kids want to change the world

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“My daughter Trisha gave her cookies to this little girl begging for alms on the jeepney.”

Taking care of a toy

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“My 8-year-old, Adriana, was taking care of her toy, which "had been in an accident".

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My cat is a real Pokemon master, he caught Goldeen in the kitchen!

The Pokémon fever returned a few months ago. This time, it is due to the popular Pokémon Go application that allows people to find and catch Pokémon anywhere in the world with their smartphones. Players can capture as many as they can.

Pokémon Go players recently began noticing that their pets were acting in an unusual way when they were about to catch Pokémon. Many of them say there is a connection between their pets and the Pokémon creatures, claiming that their dogs and cats can actually see them, check out these photos!

Goldeen

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This poor kitty is being chased around the house by Goldeen, apparently, this Pokémon is quite bold because we know how cats love eating fish; Goldeen is not afraid to take risks since it popped up here!

Pidgey

Source: @ plmn_1226

Apparently, this little bird found his long lost brother, even though they don’t look alike, Pidgey could definitely be related to the bird. It might seem a little absurd to think that pets can actually see Pokémon, but just look at this picture… it looks like they’re enjoying each other’s company.

Goldeen

Source: @tabasa_uran

Goldeen doesn’t seem to care that the cat is staring right at him; he is too comfortable to feel scared. These Pokémon are incredibly brave, they are not afraid of anyone or anything. We hope you enjoyed these pictures of pets and Pokémon!

Hello again Pidgey…

Source: @ThirtyandNerdy

This four-legged friend can’t seem to understand why his owner hasn’t caught Pidgey, he doesn’t get why he prefers taking a picture of them instead of throwing a Pokeball. Judging by his face the poor doggie is a bit upset.

Oddish

Source: @ Haruo0414

We wonder if Oddish realized that there was a huge cat behind him, patiently waiting to catch him. Cats are excellent hunters so we assume that that catching him was a piece of cake, he probably didn’t even need a Pokeball.

Bulbasaur

Source: @tabasa_uran

This cat did not seem to be okay with the fact that Bulbasaur decided to rest on top of him. Since we all know cats are animals with strong personalities, let’s just hope this Pokémon reacted fast enough to escape from his paws.

Weedle

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Judging by this rabbit’s reaction, Weedle was not invited to his home, he is just awkwardly standing on that pile of logs. Despite the fact that rabbits are vegetarians, they might actually find Pokémon creatures quite tasty…

Bellsprout

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Cats are typically solitary and independent animals, they like to move around in wide places to explore as much as they can. This kitten is used to spend long hours looking for new adventures; in this case, he found Bellsprout in the middle of the garden.

Hey there again…

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This German Shepherd has got his eyes on Bellsprout, we are pretty sure that it is almost impossible for the Pokémon to escape since these dogs have the reputation of being excellent guardians. Poor Bellsprut, let’s just hope he got caught by the dog’s owner, not the dog.

Venonat

Source: www.boredpanda.com

Apparently, this cat has never seen a Pokémon creature before, he looks so shocked and nervous; he can’t seem to understand what that purple stain on the wall is. This Venonat is trying to escape from the cat, but he’s just too close to him.

Zubat

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Zubat was lucky enough to be on the other side of the door, this dog is determined to catch any Pokémon that crosses his path. Now we understand why Zubat has that big smile, he might not catch him this time, but he better be careful next time!

Doduo

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Doduo apparently likes to pop up when cats are around, this time, he was introduced to this sweet kitty who doesn’t really know what is going on. Judging by the way he is standing, he looks like he is about to attack him.

Magikarp

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We do not know who looks more confused in this picture, the dog that can’t seem to understand why there is a fish in the middle of his living room, or Magikarp who can barely breathe out of the water.

Doduo

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For this kitten the fact that Doduo popped up in front of him was the best thing that could have happened, now has a new partner to play around. Although at first, he might be scared and surprised he’ll probably get used to him.

Pidgey

Source: boredomtherapy.com

This puppy froze when he realized he had a Pokémon beside him, maybe he hadn’t watched the TV series so he doesn’t really know what it is. His owner should catch Pidgey as soon as possible because who knows what this dog is capable of doing.

Here’s Pidgey again…

Source: boredomtherapy.com

This cute little cat looks a bit surprised, he doesn’t know if his owner got a new toy for him or if it's a strange animal he hadn’t seen before. Pidgey was lucky enough to find a cat that doesn’t seem upset about him standing there.

Pidgey

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What we can see in the picture is the encounter between a cat and Pidgey, although we’re not sure if they will become friends or enemies. It looks like the cat has no intention to catch him, but Pidgey does look a bit upset.

Weedle

Source: www.boredpanda.com

Poor Weedle is being mistaken for a chicken nugget and this puppy is anxiously waiting to eat him. Apparently, this dog does not need a Pokeball to catch Pokémon, they are guided by their instinct and they’ll do their best to catch them.

Psyduck

Source: @harruha

This parrot doesn’t know if Psyduck will be the new companion in his cage, but he looks quite surprised to see him. The picture was definitely taken at the perfect moment. There’s just something very funny about pets and Pokémon.

Eevee

Source: www.telegraph.couk

Dogs are known for being incredibly friendly and loyal animals, they are not selfish so they don’t mind sharing. In this case, this furry friend seems to be okay with the fact that Eevee is standing right there next to him.

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17 celebrities who married people who are not famous

Hollywood is that world where celebrities get together with other famous and have even more famous sons. How many of us have not had a platonic love with a movie star, television or music star?

Well, maybe with a little luck, we’re able to make that dream come true. This is a list of some of the biggest celebrities who married people who are not famous!

Vince Vaughn and Kyla Weber

Photo: Facebook

After his role in the film Wedding Crashers, few of us would ever imagine Vince Vaughn happily married. Well he is. Vaughn married the beautiful Kyla Weber in 2010, with whom he has two children (Locklyn and Vernon).

Jon Bon Jovi and Dorothea Hurley

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The rocker Jon Bon Jovi married Dorothea Hurley. This is one of those classic love stories, as they met in high school and decided to run away to Las Vegas in 1989 to marry. The couple has four children.

Jesse Williams and Aryn Drake-Lee

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Jesse Williams, best known for his participation in Grey's Anatomy, is married to the real estate broker, Aryn Drake-Lee. The couple married in 2012 and have a daughter named Sadie.

Lisa Kudrow and Michael Stern

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Lisa Kudrow (better known as Phoebe Buffay) is married to Michael Stern, with whom she has a son named Julian. Lisa and Michael have been married since 1995, when she was still participating in Friends.

Meryl Streep and Don Gummer

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The talented and award-winning Meryl Streep is married to Don Gummer, a famous sculptor, with who she has four children (Mamie, Grace, Louisa and Henry). Following in the footsteps of their mother, Mamie and Grace have decided to make a career in movies.

Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Justin Mikita

Photo: Twitter

Jesse Tyler, known for his role in the Modern Family series, is married to lawyer Justin Mikita. They married in 2013 and helped overturn Proposition 8 in California, United States.

Seth Meyers and Alexi Ashe

Photo: Google

Comedian Seth Meyers is married to the beautiful Alexi Ashe since 2013. You could imagine all the funny moments that they must be sharing together by the sense of humor of Seth.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

Photo: Twitter

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge met when both were studying at a university in Scotland. They have been married since 2011, now they have two children, who, of course, are Prince (George) and Princess (Charlotte).

Oprah and Stedman Graham

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Oprah has been with her partner, Stedman Graham, since 1986. Both are committed since 1992, but have repeatedly expressed that they have no interest in marriage.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Tasha McCauley

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Joseph Gordon-Levitt is known for his roles in films like 500 Days of Summer and Inception. His wife, Tasha MacCauley, it is co-founder of the company Robots Fellow and director of the company GEOSIM. They have been married since 2014.

Tobey Maguire and Jennifer Meyer

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Spider-Man is married but not with Mary Jane. Tobey Maguire, known for his role in the first three films in the saga of Spider-Man, is married with a jewelry designer named Jennifer Meyer. The couple married in 2007 and have two children.

Jeff Bridges and Susan Geston

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Jeff Bridges and Susan Geston are one of those enduring couples in Hollywood. Married since 1977, Jeff and Susan met on location during the filming of Rancho Deluxe, where she worked as a waitress.

Aaron Paul and Lauren Parsekian

Photo: Facebook

Aaron Paul and Lauren Parsekian met at Coachella and have been married since 2013. Paul is known for his numerous films in Hollywood and his role in Breaking Bad series, while Parsekian is the creator of the nonprofit, Kind Campaing against bullying.

Eddie Redmayne and Hanna Bagshawe

Photo: Twitter

Eddie Redmayne, the newly promoted Hollywood star, famous for his role as Stephen Hawking in The Theory of Everything, is married to Hanna Bagshawe, a financial publicist.

Scarlet Johansson and Romain Dauriac

Photo: Twitter

The beautiful Scarlett Johansson, star of different Marvel films, is married to the handsome Frenchman Romain Dauriac, an artist and manager of a successful creative agency. The couple married in 2014.

Zoe Saldana and Marco Perego

Photo: Google

Zoe Saldana and Marco Perego are married since 2013 and are one of the most interesting couples in Hollywood. Saldana is famous for her roles in major Hollywood films and Perego is a talented artist. The couple has two children.

Matt Damon and Luciana Barroso

Photo: Twitter

Matt Damon married Luciana Barroso in 2005, with whom he has three daughters (Issabella, Gia and Stella). The famous Hollywood actor met Luciana while filming the Stuck on You film in Miami, where she worked as a waitress.

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World Cup mascots through the years

World Cup Willie, England, 1966

Juanito, Mexico, 1970

Tip and Tap, Germany, 1974

Gauchito Mundialito, Argentina, 1978

Naranjito, Spain, 1982

Pique, Mexico, 1986

Ciao, Italy, 1990

Striker, United States, 1994

Footix, France, 1998

The Spheriks: Ato, South Korea-Japan, 2002

Kaz, South Korea-Japan, 2002

Nik, South Korea-Japan, 2002

Goleo VI, Germany, 2006

Pille, Germnay, 2006

Zakumi, South Africa, 2010

Fuleco, Brazil, 2014

Zabivaka, Russia, 2018

Karla Kick, Germany, 2011

Shueme, Canada, 2015

Ettie, France, 2019

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