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📌 Update for Day 68 (1/1/2025): Offering Ceremony in Wat Lao Buddha Khanti Tomorrow we will stay at Wat Lao Buddha Khanti in Snellville for the morning and have lunch there before continuing our journey. We are grateful for the continued support and warm welcome we receive along the way. Tomorrow, we will have an offering ceremony to the Sangha starting at 9:00 AM. Everyone is welcome to bring anything (food, supplies, or donations) from their sincere hearts to offer to the Sangha during this special ceremony. If you cannot come at 9:00 AM, you are welcome to bring your offerings later during the visiting hours. 🌷 Itinerary for Day 68: Morning & Lunch: Wat Lao Buddha Khanti, 4052 Zoar Church Rd SW, Snellville, GA 30039 (Visiting Hours: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM) Offering Ceremony: Starts at 9:00 AM We will leave and continue the journey at 2:30 PM Overnight Rest: Location not yet confirmed. We will post an update later with visiting hours. We warmly welcome everyone to visit us during the morning and lunch hours and participate in the offering ceremony! 📍 Check the Live Map in the pinned/featured post on top of our page to track the journey live and our stop locations. May you and all beings be well, happy and at peace. 🙏 #WalkForPeace #Buddhistmonks #AlokathePeaceDog #Snellville #Georgia

Georgia’s dog bus delivers pure joy

A tuxedo-wearing Maltipoo named Crush just stole the show on Georgia’s Storybook Bus, a shuttle service that gives dogs the ultimate field trip experience. Watching Crush race out the door, tail wagging and yelping with excitement, you can’t help but smile. The Storybook Bus isn’t just about fun—each ride helps support a local animal sanctuary that rescues and cares for all kinds of animals. Imagine your pup hopping on a bus for playdates, farm visits, or even nursing home trips! Would you sign your dog up for a ride like this? #Pets #DogBus #Georgia

📌 Update for Day 67 (12/31/2025): A Special Reunion in Snellville, GA Tomorrow we continue our journey through Georgia, heading from Scottdale to Snellville. This is a very special day—we will be reunited with Venerable Maha Dam Phommasan, the abbot of Wat Lao Buddha Khanti, who had serious injuries in our accident earlier in the journey and has had to stop walking with us physically since then. We are grateful for the continued support and warm welcome we receive along the way. Itinerary for Day 67: Lunch & Overnight Rest: Wat Lao Buddha Khanti, 4052 Zoar Church Rd SW, Snellville, GA 30039 Visiting Hours: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM We warmly welcome everyone to visit us during the visiting hours at this special stop! 📍 Check the Live Map in the pinned/featured post on top of our page to track the journey live and our stop locations. May you and all beings be well, happy and at peace. 🙏 #WalkForPeace #Buddhistmonks #AlokathePeaceDog #Snellville #Georgia

📌 Update for Day 66 (12/30/2025): Peace Gathering at Decatur, GA Tomorrow we continue our journey through Georgia, heading from Morrow to Decatur. We are grateful for the continued support and warm welcome we receive along the way. 🌺 Itinerary for Day 66: - Lunch Stop: 3181 Rainbow Dr, Decatur, GA 30034 (Visiting Hours: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM) - Peace Gathering: After lunch, we will walk to Beacon Municipal Complex, 105 Electric Ave, Decatur, GA 30030 for a Peace Gathering at 2:30 PM. - Overnight Rest: Tobie Grant Recreation Center, 593 Parkdale Dr, Scottdale, GA 30079 (Visiting Hours: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM) We warmly welcome everyone to visit us during the visiting hours and join us for the Peace Gathering! 📍 Check the Live Map in the pinned/featured post on top of our page to track the journey live and our stop locations. May you and all beings be well, happy and at peace. 🙏 #WalkForPeace #Buddhistmonks #AlokathePeaceDog #Decatur #Georgia

Watch out for HVAC service contracts in Georgia

A Georgia homeowner nearly paid thousands for a new AC unit—when all it needed was a quick flame sensor cleaning. The first technician, working under a service contract, pushed for expensive replacements that weren’t necessary. A second opinion revealed the real issue was routine maintenance, not a total system failure. This kind of upselling can happen when companies lock you into yearly contracts, making you trust them and then recommending repairs you don’t actually need. Have you ever had a similar experience with home repairs? Let’s talk about how to protect ourselves from unnecessary costs! #Entertainment #TVSeries #Georgia

Georgia puppies abandoned, now thriving

Four tiny Dogo Argentino puppies were left shivering and starving in a Georgia parking garage, but their story took a heartwarming turn thanks to a quick-thinking local. After being rushed to emergency care and taken in by a dedicated rescue group, these pups—and two more found days later—are now safe, healthy, and ready for adoption. Their resilience is incredible, but it’s a reminder that certain breeds, like Dogos, need the right homes. If you’ve ever considered adopting, what do you think it takes to give a rescue dog the life they deserve? #Pets #Georgia #DogRescue

Beloved Atlanta Restaurant Closing After 25 Years Beloved Atlanta Restaurant Closing After 25 Years "This decision was not made lightly." By Stephanie Gallman Jordan Published on December 19, 2025 Atlanta restaurant known for southwest-style food and drinks closing after 25 years. Credit: Courtesy Agave A longtime family-owned, southwestern restaurant in Atlanta known for its fried chicken, potent margaritas and neighborhood vibe is closing after a 25-year run. The owners of Agave cited poor economic conditions for the closing and asked patrons and supporters to contribute to a GoFundMe setup for their 30-plus employees. The restaurant will close January 31. “This decision was not made lightly, but as our family looks toward a new chapter, we find it is time to say goodbye,” the owners said on Facebook. #RestaurantNews #RestaurantClosures #Restaurant #AtlantaFood #AtlantaBrunch #Atlanta #georgia #AtlantaBusiness

NEWNAN, Ga. — Plans were approved this week for a Waffle House to be built on top of the Walmart in Newnan, a pairing officials say simply reflects reality. City documents describe the project as a response to the fact that both businesses already draw from the same steady stream of local customers, often on the same day and for similar reasons. Developers noted that Walmart shoppers and Waffle House regulars overlap heavily, making the shared location an efficient use of space. “These are the same people,” one project representative said. “They’re buying groceries, motor oil, and lawn chairs, and then going straight to Waffle House anyway. This just removes the middle step.” City leaders acknowledged the project may look unusual but said it matches long-standing local habits. By placing one on top of the other, officials say the development recognizes how Newnan residents already move between the two businesses, formally connecting what many consider an unofficial routine. #WaffleHouse #Georgia #WalmartSupercenter

Amazon van mishap goes viral in Georgia

Imagine starting a new job and, just four days in, accidentally wedging your Amazon delivery van into a parking garage with a clearance way too low for the truck. That’s exactly what happened to Kebabii in Georgia, and her TikTok confession has millions talking. Not only did the van get seriously scraped up, but a security camera got taken out too. Kebabii owned up to the mistake, but Amazon let her go on the spot. Some folks say accidents happen and companies should be more understanding—others wonder why she tried the clearance at all. What do you think: honest mistake or fireable offense? #Business #Amazon #Georgia

Explore Stranger Things spots across Georgia

Stranger Things fans in Georgia are living in the middle of TV history! From Jackson’s downtown standing in for Hawkins’ main square to the real Starcourt Mall in Duluth (aka Gwinnett Place Mall), you can walk the same streets as Eleven and the gang. Atlanta is home to both the Hawkins Lab and the iconic community pool, while Stone Mountain Park provided those eerie woods and Upside Down scenes. Some houses from the show are even Airbnb rentals! Which location would you visit first, or have you already spotted one? Share your favorite Stranger Things filming memory! #Entertainment #StrangerThings #Georgia