Sure, we’ve seen people find things years later, sometimes in the weirdest places. Cleaning up a spare room or garage can yield treasures long forgotten. Jewelry, in particular, seems to be something that goes missing. People have found earrings under refrigerators, rings stuck in the tread under shoes, and the list goes on. 13 Years...
As we all learn to navigate life, some have chosen to follow social norms. Others have chosen to write their own rules, including Keely Crimando. Typically, a flower girl is young and, in some cases, even a toddler. However, Keely decided that the wedding of her dreams would defy social norms. She felt such a...
While some parents choose adoption, for others, it is the only option to becoming parents. Either way, the adoption journey is an emotional process that can become costly very quickly. More often than not it can take years to complete the journey. However, when a parent and child are united, it makes the agony, tears,...
When Xueli Abbing was abandoned at an orphanage as a baby, she had no idea she’d grow up to be a model for Vogue. But, after a few interesting turns in her life, she made it as an international model at age 16. You never know where the world will take you, or how things...
Dale Schroeder, a man from Des Moines, Iowa had devoted his entire life to his carpentry work and it was all he ever had. Born in 1919, Schroeder worked for 67 years at the same workshop, living minimally and saving a lot of his earnings [1]. He never married, had no children, and no living...
A miracle has come in the form of a brain. One mother was told by her doctors that the child she was carrying had not developed a brain. She was recommended to terminate the pregnancy five times. However, the soon-to-be parents chose to ignore their suggestion. Noah was born with only a small percentage of...
In a serene village nestled between rolling hills and picturesque landscapes, the lives of two brothers, Michael and Henry, were forever changed by the passing of their beloved grandmother, Eleanor. Eleanor was a woman of great wealth and even greater heart. She was well-loved in the village. Moreover, the villagers admired her magnificent estate that...
It’s difficult to envision anyone other than Richard Gere taking on the role of Prince Charming opposite Julia Roberts’ damsel in distress in the contemporary Cinderella tale, Pretty Woman. Gere’s portrayal of Edward, who overcomes his fear of heights in the climactic scene to rescue Vivian (played by Roberts) waiting at the top of her...
Dolly Parton’s story is a quintessential “rags to riches” tale. Born on January 19, 1946, in a small cabin in Sevier County, Tennessee, Dolly Rebecca Parton was one of twelve children. Her family was impoverished, living in a rustic home without running water or electricity. Despite these humble beginnings, Dolly’s early life was rich in...
Christmas is definitely one of the most cherished holidays for many Americans. It is a time of giving, as well as a time for well-deserved gratitude. But, not everyone has a family to enjoy this holiday with, which can be seriously tragic. A Dominos pizza delivery driver noticed an elderly man living in an old...
When Amy Carlsen was pregnant, nothing could have prepared her and her husband Jesse for what the doctors told them. Not only were they expecting twins, but they were conjoined twins. Then, after six months of being connected at the chest, they were separated for good. Now, 16 years later, they are living healthy teenage...
Martha Stewart, the legendary wellness guru, recently shared her top lifestyle habits that help her maintain a youthful appearance at 82. Her insights offer valuable advice on self-care and honesty in beauty routines. Morning Routine: Green Juice One of Martha’s key habits is her morning green juice. “My green juice in the morning, very important,”...