“That moment turned from embarrassing to beautiful, because of the kind words of a stranger.”
‘It felt like we were surrounded by judgmental eyes. That’s when you decided to do more than smile at us.’: Special needs mom shares how stranger’s simple act of kindness gave her strength
Orphan Adopted During Bloody Civil War: An Interview About His Global Upbringing With Garon Wade
“With a sick smile he moved the barrel of the gun slowly from right to left across our faces. I’ll never forget how powerless I felt. And I’ll never forget the enjoyment Jammeh got out of seeing an 8-year-old terrified.”
I Wondered How I Could Do Forever When I Couldn’t Make It Through Today
“My heart is still broken, the pain is still real, and my tears still flow. But if I can do this, so can you.”
‘I went to surprise my friend at her wedding in Belgium. As I walked into the room, there he was…the most handsome man I’d ever laid eyes on.’: Stepmom shares love story, life as blended family
“In a matter of 6 months, I had become a wife, stepmom, and immigrant in a country whose customs and language were completely different.”
How $20 Worth Of Throw Pillows Changed My Entire Outlook On Life
“Several years ago, I went through a divorce that left me a single mom struggling to make ends meet, living paycheck-to-paycheck. One day I decided when I woke in the morning, I would not focus on the tiny rental home’s unwanted qualities. I would focus on the bright, soft, beautiful pillows in our small, dark living room.”
From Drugs & Depression To A College Career, This Teen Mom Shows You Can Achieve Anything
“If I could reach out to other teen moms and offer some advice, I would tell them they can do it.”
‘I spent half the day in the bathroom, desperately wanting to flush my dope down the toilet but being completely powerless.’: Former heroin, meth addict shares her incredible recovery
“When I tried heroin for the first time, I felt what I imagined the love of a mother must feel like, like a warm hug from the inside out. I believed I had finally found security and love.”
Cheslie Kryst Should Still Be Here
“I didn’t know her, but we all know a lot of hers.”
‘The doctor entered the room and revealed what I already knew. My beautiful boy had level three autism, the most severe.’: Special needs mom shares diagnosis journey, urges ‘don’t ever set limits on your child’
“The doctor continued to speak, but I could no longer hear him. I was too busy watching my beautiful boy and silently pleading with him to look at me. If he would just look at me, then just maybe everyone was wrong. He would be able to one day speak.”
‘I said to myself, there goes my life.’: Marathon runner survives 10-day horror story after taking wrong turn in desert
“I realized the marathon was moving on, that I couldn’t rely on the race officials to save me. I decided I must confront the desert myself.”
Another Month Has Gone By And We Still Aren’t Pregnant
“As I stand here staring at this unforgiving pink line, I can’t help but ask the question why.”
‘If you know someone struggling, don’t tell them what they should or shouldn’t be doing; just listen, then validate.’: Woman shares reminder ‘there is no shame in not having it all together’
“When I went through a separation, I was scared of public opinion. I wasn’t heard by many, I was told what I should be doing. Not many people just wanted to know how I was or just listened before judging or having an opinion. But the people who did sure did save me.”
‘You should lose weight before considering having a baby.’ This left me in tears.’: Woman battling PCOS, male factor infertility candidly shares journey to IVF
“If your gut tells you something is wrong, go for a second, third, or even fourth opinion.”
Why Separating From My Husband Was The Best Decision I Ever Made
“I am happy to say that a separation saved my marriage. I learned so much about myself, I healed from a lot of betrayal trauma, and I found my voice.”
‘I probably deserve this.’ My heart sunk. ‘No one deserves cancer, daddy.’: Daughter grieves loss of formerly incarcerated father who changed his ways
“My dad taught me no one is ever too big or too bad to love and people do change.”
‘There are things I can’t do, but I have the same hopes and dreams as other people.’: Woman shares journey with Down syndrome
“Sometimes people think that people with Down syndrome are all the same, but we are not. We are all different and have our own personalities.”
After 40-Day Battle In Hospital, Girl With Cancer Returns Home To Family
The look on his face when he spots her coming toward him is both heartbreaking and joyful.
To The Husband Whose Wife Has Depression
“Her beauty is not defined by her weakness or brokenness. Her strength may seem fragile, but I assure you it takes more strength to fight a battle like this.”
‘Tears fell like rain drops. My best friend was going to meet Jesus.’: Man shares grief over losing twin brother, security guard to gun violence
“‘Alex got shot.’ Wait, what? Did I just hear those words? I immediately thought, ‘He played with my son just three hours prior. He was smiling and laughing.’ The shock rushed in like a sudden punch in the gut.”
‘Exhausted’ Boy Shoveling Snow Becomes Instant Meme After TV Crew Shows Up
“I have officially died. I’m dead.”
‘Mamaw, why do you act funny after that white pill? Do you have to take it?’ His little face was full of hurt.’: Woman sober after 20-year opioid addiction in wake of car crash
“I knew I had to change or I wasn’t going to see him grow up. It took 20 years, and the small words a child, to find the courage to get help. Today, I am 56 years old and proud to say I am OPIOID FREE.”
‘I don’t know if he will live long enough.’: Travel agents rally to give senior veterans chance to fly an aircraft one last time
“After countless pandemic-induced cancellations, I just couldn’t take one more last hurrah going down the drain.”
‘We are what we leave behind.’: Daughter helps dying father complete bucket list thanks to kindness of strangers
After 72 years full of adventures, Patrick passed away peacefully on January 11, 2022.
‘It’s easier to make it seem far away. But they sit by you in church. They’re your neighbors, friends, and coworkers.’: Daughter shares powerful message about addiction after losing mom
“In my mother’s brightest moments, she was a highly respected and loved special education teacher, friend, spouse, and present mother. But addiction doesn’t care.”
‘We see you as you look at the dark screen, tears running down your face, as we zoom in on her tiny heart.’: Nurse’s heart wrenching open-letter to moms of stillborn babies
“We see you as we drive home in silence, attempting to clear our mind, so when we walk through our door we can pretend we are okay.”