“All of them came up with their own fun and creative things to do that I probably never would have thought of. I love how kids can refresh my creativity and my soul, all at the same time.”
Daughters ‘hire’ mom to photograph their Barbie dream wedding
Girl with terminal illness finds comfort in Target aisles as their ‘No. 1 fan’
“Target was an ideal location because there was so much to hold Keira’s attention. When her mobility was better, she loved to wander (or sprint!) up and down the aisles of the store.”
7-year-old paints during his dad’s deployments to cope with sadness, frustration
“Deployments on children, on a family, is never easy. As an adult we find ways to relax and cope, but for children we need to find a different way to help them cope and relax.”
Toddler whose last name is Batman has epic Gotham City-themed cake smash
“We’ve learned to love the last name, not only because we have our own theme, but because no matter where you go, people hear your last name is Batman and then it’s the, ‘wait, what?'”
Teacher urges ability over test scores: ‘Dear Mom, today at school, I took a test. I do not know if I passed.’
“We give tests. I get it, I really do. They have their place. But when I look at Valeria’s drawing, I can’t stop thinking about how important it is to remember that our students are so much more than a numerical snapshot.”
‘Please pet me.’: Comfort dogs help heal survivors from the Florida shooting
“Our Comfort Dogs show unconditional love, are excellent listeners, and never judge those they serve.”
Texts between brothers Matthew and Sam Zeif during Florida school massacre will give you chills: ‘We’re gonna get out of here I promise’
“Just know, I love you,” the frightened younger brother texted as the gunman was on his rampage.
‘I was so nervous to break the news. ‘Really?! You’re lying.’: Touching moment little girl is surprised with adoption news
“My husband and I disagreed on adoption for years. We met at a restaurant to eat lunch and he struck up a conversation with her. She mentioned she just wanted a family to adopt her. That was it. Her reaction was more than I ever hoped for.”
Rescue dog can sense ‘those who are hurting,’ comforts complete stranger in airport
“I asked him if she was bothering him, and with a somber face and watery eyes he said, ‘No, no. I lost my dog last night.’”
‘I have no words for what I experienced today.’: Women deliver baby dolls to elderly dementia, Alzheimer’s patients
“I’m amazed by her passion for those affected by dementia/Alzheimer’s. Thank you for making such a difference. It’s a day I will never forget.”
HERO TEACHER: Tributes pour in for Florida geography teacher who died trying to shelter students
Students are hailing him their hero as they recount those devastating moments.
FLU UPDATE: Mom warns of 3-year-old son’s traumatic complications from flu-like symptoms
“Today I broke down. No one should have to see their child like this.”
The Moment I Overcame Postpartum Depression
“When the thoughts of suicide and self-harm came, I remember laying on my bathroom floor thinking about the letter I would write to my son.”
LOOK CLOSELY: Can you tell the birthday cakes from the babies?
“I’ll be cleaning buttercream out of the floorboards for months but I reckon it was 100 percent worth it.”
‘If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.’ It worked itself out beautifully.’: Mom leaves newborn son attached to his placenta for 9 days after birth
“I shared because in all of the mysteries of reproduction and childbirth, this made sense to me.”
When Your Husband Is Diagnosed With Brain Cancer, You Realize What Matters In Life
“You never forget to say, ‘I love you,’ or kiss goodnight. You realize that one day you’ll desperately miss the things that used to annoy you.”
Farm animal therapists help children overcome trauma
“Some children are self-conscious about their reading skills, and the animals never judge them. The animals patiently listen to the campers.”
Women shocked to find out they were both planning a Pictionary proposal for each other at exact same time
“We found out we were both hiding our rings in the same underwear drawer, and we were both sneaking into the room to look at the rings. But we never noticed each other’s!”
Students thank hero teacher who hid 19 kids in closet during Florida school massacre
“I had multiple panic attacks while locked in the closet. She reiterated many times that I would be safe and she won’t let anything happen to me.”
BREAKING: Hero coach steps in front of bullets to shield students
“That man LOVES Douglas with all his heart and I’m not surprised he did what he did to save those students.”
Couple Struggling With Infertility Find Out They’re Pregnant With Lots Of Little Valentines
“I remember laying there scared to death just ready to see a baby. Well let me tell you… I did not just see a baby. Didn’t just see two babies. Not even three.”
Watch Husband Surprise Wife With Frozen Heart He Carved With A Chainsaw
Dad’s DIY gift for the win!
Parents Celebrate Formerly Conjoined Twins After Successful Surgery
“We’ve thought about and prayed for this day for almost two years.”
‘I didn’t think anything of it’: Mom warns of odd ‘dimple’ on son’s spine that required surgery
“The day of Jack’s surgery was, by far, one of the worst of my entire life.”
Homeless Man Buys Roses To Hand Out On Valentine’s Day
“I asked him how much he was going to sell them for and he replied, ‘Nothing. I just like to see the joy and smile on people’s faces.’”