Problem: It maybe a negative approach to thankfulness but it was good for me to see my blessed life this way . * * I have never had a child with a terminal disease . * * I have never had a family member killed by a drunk drive , murdered or raped . * * I have never been homeless .

What may be a fact about the speaker ?

A: They are discussing how lucky they are .

Problem: RICK ! and i arrived towards the end of the 12 and under tournament , which , aside from the totally rad power rangers cardboard costumes and protective helmets , nearly ended in tears . there were many adults , also clad in armour made of cardboard and duct tape .

Why would so many people be in costumes at this event ?

A: It appears to be a fan convention of some sort .

Problem: LOL ) . They live out in the country . After dinner I went out and sat in the lawn swing for a while and just listened to the wind in the tall trees and the occasional squirrel chattering . It was very relaxing .

Why was it very relaxing ?

A:
Because the writer was in a peaceful setting .