“A month ago, Taten and I made the most unthinkable decision to terminate our pregnancy. This is a choice we never thought we would have to make, a choice I honestly never thought about other moms and dads having to go through.”
‘Put yourselves in our shoes before you say, ‘Thank God it’s overturned.’: Woman shares abortion story after severe pregnancy complications
‘I sat there broken, cold, and scared, wondering if I’d ever know how to love myself again.’: Woman overcomes trauma of abuse, addiction with help from horses
“The horses helped me realize things no human could. They held my tears and heartache and rejoiced in my accomplishments.”
‘If I can take care of him, I can take care of me.’ In an odd way, this guinea pig had started changing my life.’: Man finds unlikely inspiration from pet on sobriety journey
“I’m proof that change is possible when you’re willing to fight for it.”
Marine Turned Adoption Coordinator’s Videos Of Shelter Animals Being Adopted Will Melt Your Heart
“I told people if they liked Wick’s video then they would love where I work, and it took off from there.”
‘We had a piece of Josh with us, his partner whom he loved.’: Grieving mom adopts late Marine son’s K-9 partner
“Josh wanted to adopt Sirius after deployment. After he was killed, there was really no second thought; I was going to adopt him myself. Josh never had children, but in a way, this was his child.”
‘I picked up a puppy from the pound and left my abusive marriage. Then I drove to a campground and fell in love.’: LGBT couple share sweet love story
“I knew immediately I had never met anyone like Megan, and this was it. This was the person I didn’t believe existed.”
‘His job was done. He loved and protected us as long as he could. It was my turn to be strong for him.’: Woman shares pet grief journey, ‘he was our family member’
“For nine years, that sweet boy was at every Christmas and licked every tear. He took care of our babies and loved every guest who ever entered our home.”
This Artist’s Creative Household Compositions Will Brighten Your Day, Bringing Joy To The Mundane
“This London artist has a special ability to be able to see a spark of life and creativity in the common, often overlooked elements of everyday life, highlighting the ‘brighter side of the mundane.'”
81-Year-Old’s Dog Saves Him From Drowning After Wheelchair Slides Into Lake
“She’s such a good dog. I love her! Always have, always will.”
‘The word YES burst from my mouth as tears rolled down my face. I was excited to make her dream come true.’: Woman fulfills promise to teenager and her terminally-ill service dog
“Love comes in many forms, and I couldn’t think of a greater love story.”