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In December 2023, when the three Grandhunks asked WonderWoman what she wanted for Christmas, (she does seem to have most everything). WW replied "something that takes some thought!". I guess they struggled for days trying to solve it, then they hit on the answer.
They found photos of all three brothers at younger ages,
and recreated them at their current age (then, 2023).
Thoughtful effort, time and love.
WonderWoman and Superman were thrilled!
In Bolivia, a young boy’s simple creation sparked a nationwide wave of change — one bottle cap at a time.
Using discarded bottle caps, glue, and salvaged wood, he crafted a brightly colored bench for his neighborhood park. The structure was both eye-catching and sturdy, with vibrant mosaics of plastic circles forming the seat and backrest. Locals initially saw it as a playful project, but the story quickly gained attention for its deeper message — that even throwaway items could be repurposed into something functional and communal.
When city officials saw the bench, they invited the boy to present the idea to a local sustainability committee. Instead of mass-producing plastic furniture, they decided to launch a recycling campaign inspired by his model. Now, schools and community centers across Bolivia run monthly drives to collect bottle caps — not just for disposal, but to build more benches, flowerpots, and even fences using similar techniques.
Parks in Cochabamba and Sucre proudly display benches based on his design, many with small plaques honoring community contributors. The initiative has led to educational workshops teaching children how to craft furniture from waste while learning about environmental care.
What began as a solo project turned into a national example of creativity and circular thinking — proving that the smallest hands can build the strongest movements, one colorful cap at a time.
Just because ...
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2 comments:
Jacki, your grandsons are so special. Recreating old photos is such a good idea!
Also the boy from Bolivia is so creative. Young people simply can change the world with their ideas. That gives so much hope.
Thank you, Elenor, and I do agree. Last Sunday GH#3, Zack, came to pick me up at the Nomuras, he ended up staying over an hour, talking with Craig and others. Craig told me later, he had hope for the younger generation after talking with Zack!
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