Sunday mornings I usually take time to catch up on stories I may not have time to read through the week. Thought I would share some that caught my eye this week, maybe you will enjoy them with your Sunday morning coffee as well.

Why Canadians should care about Facebook’s fake news problem

I saw a lot of this during the US election cycle with people sharing fake news headlines like they were true. The problem is a lot of those people believe they are true. People get their news…or links to it…from Facebook. Mark Zuckerburg might not want to take full responsibility for it yet, but it needs to be recognized. It also doesn’t help that the US now has a President who spits out falsehoods as if they are true. Anyway, it’s time to start paying attention…to some real news sites, or as the article suggests, go right to the phone and call your local representatives and see where they stand on issues that concern you.

You may have come across one of these fake stories, like the one reporting that the pope endorsed Trump (he didn’t), in your Facebook feed or Google searches. These stories looked legit, even when they came from made-up news sites like the Denver Guardian, which bills itself as “Denver’s oldest news source.” (It’s not.) Scarier still: In the run up to the election, more readers shared or liked fake news stories than real ones from traditional media.

Source: Why Canadians should care about Facebook’s fake news problem

Grandma Texts Wrong Teen About Thanksgiving, Invites Him Anyway | The Huffington Post

Now, how about a lighter, feel good story? OK, I think we all know a “grandma” we can see this happening to…LOL! The fact that she accidentally texted the wrong person, invited him anyway, AND he plans on going to Thanksgiving Dinner with them…just makes me smile. 🙂

We’re certainly thankful for this hilarious holiday story. An accidental text about Thanksgiving plans that turned into an actual invite has gone viral — receiving over 180,000 re-tweets and 300,000 likes on Twitter. And the tale is as sweet as candied yams. On Nov. 15, 17-year-old Jamal Hinton from Chandler, Arizona got looped into a group text. The text included two unknown numbers and an invite to Thanksgiving. Confused, Hinton asked who they were. The texter responded with: “Your grandma.”

Source: Grandma Texts Wrong Teen About Thanksgiving, Invites Him Anyway | The Huffington Post

You Could Live Here! 1155 Crousetown Road, Crousetown Nova Scotia

OK, who hasn’t seriously dreamed of running a B&B someday? The potential for this property is limitless. The closeness to the beaches and the Petite Riviere Winery, the beautiful barn that could be used to host weddings and events, the opportunity to have animals and a beautiful garden…I just love this property.

The Nova Scotia way of life, recognized for its striking rural surroundings, quaint communities, large acres of pastoral land and century homes that host modern conveniences; this property entwines all aspects of your search for that perfect home. Life on the South Shore of Nova Scotia offers this ideal location with over 860 feet on the shores of the Petite River. Once operated as a Farmhouse B&B, with large barn used as the backdrop for many venues such as garden parties and weddings, but is now enjoyed by owners for a more slowly paced quality of life. The Petite Winery, exquisite white sand Beaches, farmers markets and Antique shops near the home appeal to those who want to enjoy life right from their own backyard. 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, large country kitchen, prefect for a morning coffee, wide planked flooring, timeless trim and several quiet sitting spaces throughout the home help to retain its comfortable yet characteristic charm. 8 acres, several areas fenced for livestock and a number of traditional farming outbuildings for use as a studio, chicken coop, or additional storage. A showcase home made for relaxed everyday living or even your summer get-a-way.

Source: 1155 Crousetown Road, Crousetown Nova Scotia Property Details

This property is listed with Mark Seamone of Exit Realty Interlake.

Thanks for joining me for a morning coffee, Enjoy the day!