The Bright Side of Life!

Let's face it, the news today can be downright depressing. It's important to remember that things aren't all bad--in fact, there are some really great things happening around us all the time. Introducing, The Bright Side of Life.

Happy Friday! Here are a few stories we found that brightened up the OO office throughout the week.

This sweet story of a small, struggling village striking it rich -- as a community -- should make you feel warm and fuzzy all over.

No matter how you feel about facebook, I'm sure we can all appreciate its utility for certain functions. Like helping reunite three long-lost sisters!

Hilarious! Peeps as art (but only art, as Kathy Moore will tell you.)

This is a story about the power of love. No, not the cheesy Valentine's Day kind. The this-dog-changed-my-son's-life kind!

Hey! The Oregon Legislature is on track to authorize three new marine reserves.

Happy Friday, folks!