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The Power of Small Good Deeds

“Do not neglect small acts of kindness, do not engage in small acts of evil.” This saying is easy to recite, but it is not always easy to follow. Yet, the smallest good deed might save your life. For example, “do not neglect small acts of kindness” means to encourage people to do good deeds, ...

Mikel Davis

Watercolor painting of white cranes flying across a rosy sky with mountains and trees.

The Legend of Jinxiu Creek: ‘Watch for the Earthquake’

Jinxiu Creek, located in the southwest of Wuwei County, Anhui Province, covers an area of 4.55 hectares with a water surface of 30 acres. It is a quiet and tranquil environment, and it is the main place for local people to relax and have fun. Historically, Jinxiu Creek was quite large, and it was given ...

Jack Roberts

Hong Cun Old Village Water Town in Anhui, China.