The news is commonly seen as a place where tragic events are shown and it may not seem like there is any good left in this world. Watching the news can make you feel sad and angry and really bring you down. To liven up the mood I found this story, (Video here ) that isn't sad or depressing at all about a woman who called off her marriage but instead of crying away and waitsing her non refundable deposit of the venue for the reception she connected with organizations who helped the needy and invited then to come and enjoy a party with face painting and balloon animals. 60 guests attended and she truly made a good situation out of a bad one.
It is truly amazing to see some good people out there still. The bride called off the wedding after not agreeing on the prenup but was able to share the special day with people who needed it. Isn't it sad that most people feel that the news covers too many depressing stories of death and destruction? I know I myself try to stray away from the news in order to avoid the truth of the terrible horrible world. No, it isn't all terrible but it seems people would rather be oblivious of the world around them then have to face the cold hard truth. Should the news showcase more positive stories? What ever happened to our "local heroes" the ones who saved cats out of trees and helped an old lady cross a street. Okay. Maybe these aren't the type of positive things I am meaning but wouldn't it be nice?
Of course the bad news needs to be covered and the job of a news team is to keep the people informed on what is happening. Death and disaster are a way of life and people may always continue to avoid it. It doesn't stop it from happening and it sure wouldn't help for the news to only show the happy things going on either. Where is the common ground? Should news channels span out their stories to more local heroes?
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