“The memories of this day with Avery will forever haunt me for a hundred reasons, but one of the biggest being I feel like I failed my children.”
‘This is a harrowing battle I’d never wish on anyone. We begin the (hopefully) last chapter.’: Grandma shares heartbreaking story of 7-week-old granddaughter’s cancer diagnosis
28 Habits That Block Your Happiness And How To Let Them Go
“Today you can choose to ditch these 28 joy-sucking and soul-searing habits, and instead, pick up new life changing happiness rituals.”
‘This is Sophia’s math teacher. I wanted to let you know about what happened this morning.’: Mom stunned by daughter’s act of kindness for struggling classmate, urges ‘we rise by lifting up others’
“One of the students was having a hard time with the new topic. As the teacher began to step aside and help the student, Sophia chimed in and told the teacher she would get up and go over and help the other student out.”
12 Tips For Navigating Your Sobriety Journey
“In January 2020, I showed up to a new job intoxicated and high. After, I went on a two-day bender, where I didn’t stop drinking. I knew I needed help. Little did I know, a few months later the world was about to change forever.”
‘Being a mother fills your cup to the brink then dumps it all over the floor.’: Single mom reminds us of the beautiful contradiction of motherhood
“But we don’t cry over spilled milk.”
‘I want to give this toy to them.’ I couldn’t believe my ears.’: Mom shares daughter’s act of kindness, offers advice on raising kids full of ‘kindness and gratitude’
“I still remember the day we bought this toy. She did NOT want to part with it. ‘What’s donate, mamma?’ she asked. My heart was SO FULL.”
‘This would kill her.’ She was 96, and if she passed from anything coinciding with my coming out, I’d be blamed.’: Trans woman shares long-awaited coming out journey
“My teacher kept me after class. ‘I was afraid this was going to happen.’ Boys didn’t have pretty writing. She knew it was more than just the handwriting, but I had to stay hidden.”
The Hilarious Reasons Behind These Toddlers’ Tantrums Will Have You Laughing Out Loud
“These tantrums might not have been funny in the moment, but we’re all sure getting a good laugh out of them now!”
Compassionate Young Girl Gives Toys To Friend In Need In Heartwarming Video
“The empathy shown by this tender-hearted little girl will melt your own heart and give cause to consider what you’re willing to sacrifice to help others.”
‘How did you get home so fast?’ My jaw hit the floor. I had forgotten to take a child to school.’: Mom of 5 shares hilarious parenting fail
“Three out of four successfully dropped off at school is still a success rate of 75%. That’s a passing grade in my books! Though I once again will likely not be ‘Mother of the Year’ material.”
‘Mom, a boy in my class asked me if Olivia has autism.’: Woman shares proud mom moment, advocates for education
“I am proud of Robert’s classmate for asking this question as well. He simply asked a question regarding something he wasn’t sure about in an appropriate manner.”
‘My everyday makeup is low maintenance, but Halloween looks can be wild, fun, and outside the box.’: Woman shows off impressive DIY Halloween makeup looks, hilarious ‘mombie’ costume
“As for me and my house, when this mombie is happy and reminded of the wonders of make believe, she doesn’t seem to be quite as scary.”
My Tubal Ligation Caused My Second Miscarriage And I Regret It Every Day
“Ask your questions, do your research, take your time deciding and get second and third opinions!! We didn’t, but you can.”
‘I posted a book review in a Facebook group. ‘Thank you for your review.’ It was the author.’: Woman shares chance encounter love story, urges ‘don’t ever stop talking about your passion’
“I have read books ever since I learned how to spell my name. ‘You should marry a writer when you grow up. He’ll write and you’ll read endlessly.’ Together, we’re writing the pages of our own story.”
‘I’m gay.’ I felt empty and shattered—I had never before connected with anyone like this.’: Woman shares beautiful mixed-orientation marriage
“If he was choosing to spend time with me, then why would his sexual orientation matter? When we saw each other again, it was like sparks. It felt like the entire universe was aligning.”
‘She’ll outgrow it,’ the doctors said. She’d eat dinner then beg for more. I felt her cries throughout my body.’: Woman faces daughter’s celiac disease diagnosis and mother’s Alzheimer’s
“My daughter complained of intense stomachaches, and her growth basically stalled out. If my mother had been well, I would have turned to her. But I worried about her daily. I felt like the walking dead.”
Watch Emotional Moment German Shepherd Sees His Owner After 3 Months Missing
“He was looking for me, and I was looking for him.”
‘She is the only person I know of with this mutation.’: Mom shares daughter’s journey with rare Coffin-Siris Syndrome, ‘We are the lucky few’
“I thought a diagnosis would put an end to the grief. Turns out, it just opened up the door for all the other stages to creep into my heart.”
Mom Catches Dad And Tiny Toddler In Adorable Salsa Dance-Off
“All kids love to dance, but some seem to have been born with a natural talent that puts us all to shame.”
‘I wanted to leave with her as my fiancée.’: Man recovers engagement ring from house fire ashes to propose to girlfriend
“This was our house, but we’ll have another one. We’re going to get through this as partners.”
If I Knew Then, I Would Have Slowed Down A Bit More
“I would have hugged you more, even when you pushed me away. I would have kept you firmly planted on my hip, never knowing what day would be the last before you’d want to walk side by side. I would have snuggled a few more minutes before bedtime, because I know now those extra minutes only meant one thing… more time with you.”
‘Nick went from the world’s best husband to the world’s best infertility med administrator. As my faith wavered, his positivity never faltered.’: PCOS warrior candidly shares infertility journey
“We were two high schoolers sitting in the front seat of a pick-up, planning for the future. Falling in love at 17, we made plans for where we’d live, what we’d do, who we’d be together. We joked about names for our future babies, who they’d look like. Never in a million years did we realize our journey to becoming parents would look like this.”
‘They’ll never know how amazing that small gesture was.’: Suicidal woman in tears after stranger’s kindness gives her hope
“You never know the kind of day someone could be having, and how you could impact their lives for the better with one small thing.”
‘I have a daughter with special needs. I don’t have a special needs kid.’: Mom advocates for inclusive language
“Her diagnosis is part of her, but it doesn’t define her.”
‘It’s a boy!’ The doctor placed our sweet baby on my chest, tears of joy falling. But instantly, I knew.’: Mom vows ‘I’m going to celebrate’ son with Down syndrome
“Once my sister came by to visit Cru, I finally voiced my thoughts I could never imagine were real. ‘Haley, I feel like he has it.’ I’ll never forget her response: ‘If he does, who cares?! He’s perfect.'”