Every Friday Upworthy publishes a top 10 list of things that made them smile. Tonight's #GoodblueSmile is their top 10 list for 2022. 😀

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10 things that made us smile this year

https://www.upworthy.com/10-things-that-made-us-smile-the-most-in-2022

10 things that made us smile this year

Our most loved posts of the year are pure Upworthy joy.

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It was three years ago that a fire damaged much of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. For tonight's #GoodblueSmile, a rare up-close look at the reconstruction.

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See rare access of Notre Dame reconstruction 3 years after fire

https://www.today.com/video/notre-dame-reconstruction-after-fire-nbc-news-granted-rare-access-158787653898

An 8-year-old second grader is the star of tonight's #GoodblueSmile. Jaden Williams showed off his dance moves at a school concert and then the 49ers asked him to perform at a game. This guy has some moves!

I've got two links for you tonight: the original article and the follow up about the game.

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8-year-old dancer steals show at school concert; performs at 49ers game

https://abc7news.com/jaden-williams-menlo-park-elementary-school-dancer-8-year-old-viral-video/12608019/

https://abc7news.com/jaden-williams-menlo-park-sf-49ers-game-elementary-school-dancer-8-year-old/12613563/

8-year-old dancer steals show at Bay Area elementary school concert, becomes viral sensation

A Bay Area elementary school winter concert has gone viral thanks to an 8-year-old's impressive dance moves.

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Good News Network just published their list of the top 12 animal stories of 2022. While they're a frequent stop for our nightly #GoodblueSmile, this is one of my favorites!

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Top 12 Animal Stories of 2022: the Adorable, the Absurd, the Astounding

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Top 12 Animal Stories of 2022: the Adorable, the Absurd, the Astounding

From house cats who think they're students to once in a lifetime photograph, GNN featured animal stories that were fun and inspiring.

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You've probably seen a quick video or two of dogs picking out their Christmas presents. It's an annual tradition at Dogs Trust Ireland and they just released a 23 minute version! It's tonight's #GoodblueSmile. 🐶

Santa Paws Day 2022 - The Extended Director's Cut

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jf_scFbtcCA
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Santa Paws Day 2022 - The Extended Director's Cut

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Tomorrow marks 50 years since NASA released 'The Blue Marble' photograph. Here's the story for tonight's #GoodblueSmile.

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50 Years Ago, Apollo Crew Gave Humanity a Christmas Gift: Our First Gaze at ‘the Blue Marble’ Still Inspiring us Today

https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/50-years-ago-apollo-crew-gave-humanity-a-christmas-gift-our-first-gaze-at-the-blue-marble-still-inspiring-us-today/

50 Years Ago, Apollo Crew Gave Humanity a Christmas Gift: Our First Gaze at ‘the Blue Marble’ Still Inspiring us Today

50 years ago on Christmas Eve the Blue Marble photo was taken by astronauts of Apollo 17, the last mission to the Moon

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Here's a story out of Burlington, VT for tonight's #GoodblueSmile. Ellie Mae is a therapy dog helping to keep holiday travelers calm at the international airport.

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Burlington International Airport therapy dog helps ease anxiety for weary holiday travelers

https://www.mynbc5.com/article/burlington-international-airport-therapy-dog-helps-ease-anxiety-for-weary-holiday-travelers/42319359

Another great story of recovery for tonight's #GoodblueSmile. A Critically Endangered gecko little bigger than a paperclip has been saved by diligent conservationists.

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A tiny gecko is enjoying a big recovery after international collaboration has nearly doubled their numbers

https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/a-tiny-gecko-is-enjoying-a-big-recovery-after-international-collaboration-has-nearly-doubled-their-numbers/

A Tiny Gecko is Enjoying a Big Recovery After International Collaboration has Nearly Doubled Their Numbers

Multiple groups participated in the tiny gecko's big recovery, which has doubled to 18,000 individuals in just 4 years.

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We have another story of a lost pet and family reunion for tonight's #GoodblueSmile.

Have a good night!

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In a 'Christmas miracle,' family reunited with their dog found 60 miles away in the cold woods

https://www.upworthy.com/christmas-miracle-family-reunited-with-their-dog-found-60-miles-away

In a 'Christmas miracle,' family reunited with their dog found 60 miles away in the cold woods

She ran away on the 4th of July because she got scared.

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Okay, all, tonight's #GoodblueSmile is really sweet. Here's the story of a really special Santa Claus.

Have a great night!

Santa spreads Christmas cheer around the country by using sign language to communicate with deaf kids

https://www.today.com/news/good-news/santa-spreads-christmas-cheer-using-sign-language-communicate-deaf-kid-rcna62222

Santa Spreads Christmas Cheer By Using Sign Language to Communicate With Deaf Kids

One Texas-based Santa is spreading Christmas cheer by using American Sign Language to communicate with deaf and hard of hearing children.

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