Around the globe, a negative force seems to

have come about. Media, particularly social media, seems to have a passion for

revealing images from the negative events that have been, and currently still

are, occurring. These events are ones that make my soul unbelievably saddened

for humanity. It becomes extremely important in these dark times to remember a

few things: first, that there is still a majority of phenomenal people in the

world and, no matter how many negative things happen, it's of the utmost

importance to find the good in humanity. Secondly, that because a group of

people finds worth in killing others does not mean that we have the ability to

generalize for those who are of the same race as those doing the killing.

Politics plays a huge role in this idea and I know there are plenty of strong

opinions on it. However, I urge you to find the ability

to forgive, and the recognition that these people are just as human as you or

I; they need support and love just as we do in this time of sadness. Lastly, do

good for this world. Smile at strangers, hold a door open, leave a friend a

note, hug and kiss your loved ones, give random acts of kindness, and provide

this world with the knowledge that it's better because you're on it.

This week I collected a

variety of photos that make me smile, bring me a little joy or happiness. I

think that one thing the media has forgotten to do is remind us of the happy

times that are still occurring. Enjoy!

Can't help but smile at this adorable four-month old panda cub at Malaysia's National Zoo's Giant Panda Conservation Center.

Dogs playing in the early morning at a park in Milan.

Residents of Ciudad Juarez, Mexico gathered "to observe the sky with telescopes while participating in an open-air astronomy class in the Samalayuca Desert," on Oct. 23.

Diwali, the festival of lights, is a historical tradition of the Hindu culture. It's a festival that celebrates the light over the dark, good over evil and was celebrated on Nov. 11.

"The Magic Yarn Project" was created by a former cancer nurse, and is a project that creates Disney princess wigs out of yarn for young cancer patients who have lost their hair.

A Syrian couple kisses in celebration on a beach in Greece.