Kevin Taylor’s fiancee, Kim, didn’t know he was going behind her back to do something that would shock her on their wedding day. But Kevin was determined to make it the best day of her life. Kevin was left wheelchair-bound after he contracted a nerve disorder called RSD that resulted in his leg being amputated….
Adventure racing is one of the most grueling sports in the world. Teams tackle almost insurmountable physical challenges while running, biking, kayaking through dense jungles and mountainous terrain for 430 miles (692 km). While racing in Ecuador at the Adventure Racing World Championship, the Swedish Peak Performance Team added an unexpected member – a stray…
A Turkish shopkeeper became a hero worldwide after his actions saved a rambunctious 4 year old who put himself in danger! It all began when an unnamed boy was playing on the escalator at an Istanbul shopping centre. With his parents nowhere to be seen, the boy starts ascending up the outside of the escalator….
What this dad did for his ailing son brought me to tears. Mike Wilson was determined to make his son Jayden’s 5th birthday extra special because Jayden has been diagnosed with a Grade 4 brain tumor and has about a year to live. First, Mike had a Spiderman suit custom made. Then Mike (who knows parkour)…
What would you do if you saw gay parents humiliated in front of their children in public? An ABC News team wanted to answer that question and to see how people would react to seeing gay couples berated by a waitress at a restaurant. Would bystanders stand up for the family or ignore what was…
A firefighter enters a burning house with a camera rolling and in one smoke-filled room finds a tiny family member that needs to be rescued. Watch what happens next as the firefighter goes to work to save the cat’s life! This video is amazingly shot, but what really makes it stand out, are the actions…
Confronting ignorance and hate is never easy. Now imagine being just 6 and 7 years old and doing it. That’s what the Hollis Boys did when they stood up for their sisters, Meg and Alina, who have Down Syndrome. The Hollis family live in a small town in Central Illinois and woke one morning in…
“A simple act of caring creates an endless ripple.” These are beautiful words to live by and this story exemplifies them perfectly. After a young man notices a family struggling to pay for their purchases at the supermarket he decides to act. His generosity takes the grandmother by surprise but when he explains the reason…
This young girl’s spirit and courage is amazing! Rhema Marvanne was just a few years old when she lost her mother to cancer. But she found solace and joy in singing gospel. Her journey began when she sang her mother’s favorite song, ‘Amazing Grace, and since then, millions of people have been moved by her…
They couldn’t believe that someone would rob the orphanage, but that wasn’t even the most shocking part. Roman Atwood usually does pranks for entertainment, but he had a different goal in mind when he robbed an orphanage. Before you think that’s going too far, watch and see how he convinces the charity’s employees that their…
Caleb was in a terrible car accident and suffered from a traumatic brain injury. The young boy was in intensive care and his parents didn’t know if he was going to live, let alone recover. They began to see a glimmer of hope when a Golden Retriever named Colonel arrived. The effect Colonel had on…
With their tattoos, leather clothes and rough appearances, bikers often bring up the stereotypical images of outlaw gangs and menacing thugs. But this group of bikers are completely different and are making a completely different impression on abused children. Bikers Against Child Abuse (BACA) International wants to make the world safer for kids who are…
When I read this story of a couple encountering an elderly woman alone on a cruise ship, I wasn’t expecting to get a wonderful new perspective on the choices possible in your twilight years. This story has circulated widely on the Internet and has some wise words to share. ——— About 2 years ago my…
What started off as a school project for 24-year-old Veronika Scott ended up becoming something that is changing the lives of homeless people for the better. Veronika began making a jacket to help the homeless stay warm. But after a homeless woman yelled at her that she didn’t need a coat, she needed a job,…
The Today Show’s Hoda Kotb teamed up with Cyndi Lauper and Sara Bareilles to help raise money for pediatric cancer research. The two musicians mashed up their hit songs ‘True Colors’ and ‘Brave’ into an entirely new, inspirational tune ‘Truly Brave’. Featuring young cancer patients from The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, the song’s lyrics are…
A puppy was neglected and forgotten until a kind stranger took notice of her and not only saved her life, but changed her life forever! Matt was working in a rural town in north Florida for three days supervising a drilling operation when he spotted a puppy. He noticed the puppy was emaciated and tethered…
Pittsburgh detective Jack Mook is a 22-year veteran of the force and a confirmed bachelor. In his spare time, he volunteers at a local boxing center where he teaches underprivileged kids. That’s where he met brothers Jesse, 11 and Josh, 15. They got along well but when the two boys suddenly stopped showing up at…
After a mother posted photographs of her son with Down Syndrome online she received positive comments from people, but she also received a fair share of negative ones from trolls on the Internet. However, she was compelled to respond after one bully posted “ugly” in response to a photo of her son, who had just…
If your dog could talk to you what would they say? What would they ask for? This lovely letter written from a dog’s perspective has circulated the Internet for quite some time. Attributed to J.D. Ellis, it shares words of wisdom that speak right to the heart. On behalf of dogs everywhere, here is “I…
This touching short film about motherhood will bring even the most hardened of hearts to tears. Told through the words of their children, “3 Queens” is a big, warm hug to moms around the world. It’s a wonderful reminder to appreciate all the unselfish things moms do each and every day for their families. Share…
Instead of shopping for people who already have a lot, Youtuber Random Altruist went around and asked several homeless people what they wanted for Christmas and then spent his money on gifts for them. What he discovered will remind you of the true meaning of Christmas!
For ten years Avi Gandhi has been running his store, Centre Lane Stationary, in the town of Levittown, Long Island. He’s been a good friend to his loyal customers. In all that time he’s never taken a single day off and has worked 12 hours a day, every day. Even when his wife got sick…
This man’s dedication to helping the homeless is very inspiring! When Allan Law retired from being a teacher he decided to spend his nights helping the homeless. He lives on 3 or 4 hours of sleep a day and even though his doctors have told him to stop working nights, Allan continues to deliver food…
After years of suffering from debilitating headaches, Brittany Maynard found out she has brain cancer. At 29, she was diagnosed with Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM), the most aggressive and lethal form of the disease. She was given a prognosis of six months left to live. After receiving the news, she and her husband decided to move…
Dogs are well known for their love and loyalty, and when you read about this once-stray cat, you’ll see that cats are just as loving and just as loyal. Even though Cleo the cat was a stray and had not known human companionship as a young kitten, it’s clear that once she realized what it…
Athletes often face challenging setbacks on the path to their goals. It’s how they face these challenges that can make them a champion. Such is the case with Derek Redmond and his performance at the Barcelona Olympics in 1992. He was favored to win the 400 meter sprint but during the race he tore his…
It’s amazing the difference a little bit of tender loving care can make in a homeless dog’s life. When Charlie was found on the side of a road and brought to a high-kill shelter in LA, his fur was matted and he was covered with painful burrs. But the moment he was placed into this…
Too often, women look in the mirror and don’t like what they see. But when these women looked into an interactive mirror while out shopping they were genuinely surprised by what it revealed. The inspirational and personal messages each received made them rethink the way they saw themselves!
A group of mean girls at a high school in Grand Prairie, Texas recently pulled a prank on 17-year-old Lillian Skinner by falsely telling her she had been nominated for homecoming queen. When Lillian’s longtime friends, Anahi Alvarez and Naomi Martinez, heard about it they vowed to do something to help their friend. The girls…
This mother wanted her last dance to be at her son’s wedding. Sick with cancer, she found the strength and resolve that only comes from pure love. Kristie Manning describes, “Mary Ann Manning lost her battle with breast cancer just 3 days after this dance. She held on with all her might to give her…
This story is of Taylor Storch’s legacy touched me deeply. Taylor was 13 when she died in a skiing accident. Her parents made the difficult decision to donate her organs to help save lives. Taylor’s heart went to Patricia Winters and gave her back her life. Six months later, Taylor’s parents got to hear Taylor’s…
Just months before her wedding day, Andrea’s father passed away from cancer. So her brother planned a special Father and Daughter dance for her. He recorded a special song and she danced with the men in her family. Andrea’s first dance was with her grandfather, followed by her brothers and her new father-in-law. At the end,…
When a pet parent adopts a dog from a shelter, they don’t always know what their new pet’s life was before they bring them home. But there’s a lot that can be gleaned from the dog’s temperament and overall health. As this heartwarming open letter posted to Kansas City’s Craigslist, Laurel’s past may have been…
Paul Smith possessed an amazing talent. He lived with spastic cerebral palsy, a disability that impeded his speech & mobility. But he taught himself to become a master artist using a typewriter as his artist’s tool. Paul lived at Rose Haven Nursing Home in Roseburg, Oregon, for years and created his artworks using his left…
A little boy born without fingers on one of his hands was able to grab his other hand for the first time thanks to an ingenious mechanical-hand created with 3D printer technology. Rayven “Bubba” Kahae’s grandmother discovered the non-profit group E-nabling online and thought they may be able to help her grandson. The 3-year-old from…
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