I’m getting sappy in my middle-age. Or maybe, the relentless onslaught of bad news (and mean-spirited reality shows) has finally worn me down. Yesterday, my 9-year old daughter asked, “Why does it seem like everyone wants to hurt each other?” She’d just seen the front page of the newspaper filled with headlines about an assassination, a cop killer and the systematic use of rape against women in second and third world cultures. I had to admit that some days are worse than others.

I’m ready for an inspiring story. I’m ready to cuddle with baby kittens. I’m ready for some feel good.

So, here it. The Kid President video from SoulPancake. The message? “Make this an awesome year for people.”

That’s positive enough for me.

Have a lovely Friday.