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Feeling tired of making snowmen? Let a beautiful gallery of sand art take you from the cold and snowy winter to a warm and sunny beach. Once you view these photos you’ll feel ready to start planning your summer vacation. Hit the beach>>

What does celebration look like in the Jewish faith? Share your family traditions or precious memories that will continue for generations. Purim recently started and with that comes tradition. Think you are ready for Purim? Take the quiz to find out!

Twinkling lights, falling snow and waterfalls that actually flow! You won’t be disappointed when you check out the 100 incredible pictures offered by one community member. Take a look at these incredible, animated images!

A story of heartbreak and inspiration has come from the Canadian figure skater Joanie Rochette. Read the powerful forum post: “On a much more INSPIRING note, this young lady is a winner no matter where she meets on the podium. Canadian figure skater Joanie Rochette is in 3rd place after the ladies short. Her obstacle…

A simple poem. A beautiful sunset. The smile on a child’s face. Where do you find surprising messages of love? From a cloud formation to a cup of tea, one reader finds love where you’d least expect it. Take a look at the photos that were posted. Start here>>

Muslims and non-Muslims alike have strong and varying opinions on Sharia Law. What do YOU think? Is Islamic criminal justice flawed? One member writes, “in cases where another human has been done injustice to, such as murder, or theft, I think that if the victim…forgives the perpetrator…where they don’t want the corporal punishment applied, then…

One Beliefnet reader posted pictures of what could be angels in the sky. Do you agree that it is a glimpse of heavenly beings? Or is it merely images of a beautiful sky? Share with others what you think these pictures could be. See for yourself>>

If you are looking for something to cheer you up, you have come to the right place. Check out two dancing cats that can really move! Post your funniest photos to share with the Beliefnet Community, and hopefully your pictures can be featured! Take a look>>

Let yourself be dazzled by the colors of Chinese New Year. Beliefnet member Sweetdominique shows pictures from the exciting parade seen in her city streets. You can also see how individuals decorate for this family occasion. Take a look>>

Today marks Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the Christian season called Lent. What are you doing to mark this important occasion? Do you have special family traditions you can share with the Beliefnet Community? Tell us what you plan to give up (or include in your daily life) to celebrate Lent! Start here>>

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