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The Apple Lesson
Bullying harms kids to the core. This story is a great one to share with your kids and grandkids and reminds us all that words can make or break us. Enjoy. “Today in one of our classes I introduced the children to two apples (the children didn't know this, but...
20 Principles for a Happy Life
Of course, there are so many paths to happiness in life, right? We found this list and thought it was perfect to help you stay on track and motivated. The 20 Principles for a Happy Life 1) No One is perfect. The quicker you realize this, the faster you can get on with...
Precious Dads & Daughters
When we find heartwarming stories it becomes obvious that the ones that truly touch your heart, cause you to have a moment of joy, or even cause an “aha” moment will make it here on our website. Enjoy. Some time ago a young father was working on his parenting skills...
Children Act Out More With Mom
As a parent or grandparent, have you noticed that kids tend to act out and have the worst behavior when mom is around? It turns out, it's true! "A study by the University of Washington’s Department of Psychology has found that children are 800% worse around their...
What does it feel like to be old?
This beautiful story exemplifies the gift of getting old. Enjoy. “The other day, a young person asked me: - What did it feel like to be old? I was very surprised by the question, since I did not consider myself old. When he saw my reaction, he was immediately...
When I Am Old
We all have a different take on what it means to get older. This poem delights in the precious love of dogs as you age. Enjoy. When I am old... I will wear soft gray sweatshirts... and a bandana over my silver hair... and I will spend my social security checks on my...
Because a Mother Never Sleeps …
Mothers across the globe will deeply relate to this writing by O Trocatintas Reminding all mothers that we are a precious, unstoppable force of nature for our children. Enjoy. Because a mother never sleeps . . . I rest until I hear you, The slightest movement next to...
Parenting: Soak It All In
Parenting is fun, exhausting, maddening, joyful, scary, and all the feelings combined. This writing encapsulates all the “feels.” Grab a tissue and enjoy. When you first have children, we parents talk about the challenges of parenting ... the struggles of a baby...
Life is Short, Choose Now
We think we have time, and we don’t. This writing will help inspire you to make some powerful choices in your life. Enjoy. Barely the day started and... it's already six in the evening. Barely arrived on Monday and it's already Friday. ... and the month is already...
Life is Precious
Time and life are so precious. Some of us waste time, procrastinate and stop living life to the fullest. We thought this writing by John Pavlovitz was a beautiful tribute to living your best life before you leave. Enjoy. On the Day I Die… On the day I die a lot will...
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