Aaron Judge will be playing in the All-Star Game tomorrow night in Washington, D.C., but for James Payne his favorite player is always an all-star.  A couple of weeks ago they had a game of catch during a major league game.  Yes, you read that correctly.  A game of catch for a kid with a…Read more »

The World Cup is known for its passionate fans.  Camera shots of the stands after matches range from exuberant cheering to uncontrollable tears.  Although Japan won’t be playing in the final match on Sunday, the Japanese fans will be remembered for their incredible sportsmanship . . . and cleanliness!  A new World Cup tradition?  We’ll…Read more »

Tammy Waddell was an elementary school teacher in Georgia for many, many years.  She died of cancer recently and had one last wish.  She didn’t want flowers at her funeral.  What did she want?  Backpacks and school supplies. Click the link below for the tribute to her. Teacher to the End

At the worship service I attended yesterday, our pastor referenced an article by Sharon Salzberg she read on the On Being website.  The article talks about Your Three Feet of Influence.  To put it briefly, that’s the influence we have on the people in our immediate surroundings.  How we respond on the road during rush hour.  How…Read more »

Tim Cook is deaf and blind.  He was flying alone recently.  When flight attendants asked for help, Clara Daly stepped up to lend a hand and to make a connection.  She gave Mr. Cook a conversation of joy. Click the link below to watch today’s story. Conversation of Joy

I grew up in a small town in Ohio on Lake Erie.  I remember spending the Fourth of July at Township Park.  A carnival came to town every year and set up at the park for several days.  My dad took us there in the afternoon on the Fourth.  We’d ride some of the carnival…Read more »

Andrew Parker’s grandfather was diagnosed with dementia several years ago.  Andrew soon realized his grandmother needed some extra help caring for his grandfather, so he hired a “grandkid” to help his grandparents.  College students actually.  Papa Pals grew from there.  College students take jobs caring for older folks.  Playing cards, taking them to appointments, going…Read more »

Sometimes life takes a turn that changes everything. Something that appears to be headed towards a tragic end turns around because of the quick response of others. A life is saved, heroes are born, and a man and his family get a second chance. Click the link below to watch this story. Angels in Uniform

New Jersey State Trooper Michael Patterson pulled over a vehicle for a routine traffic stop.  The driver turned out to be the man who delivered him 27 years earlier during an emergency medical call.  Talk about a small world!  You’ll need to read the story to find out if he gave the driver a ticket…Read more »

This story shows the surprising ways that JOY can be given and received.  You would think that after striking out a player and winning the game for your team you would feel JOY as the pitcher.  But instead of celebrating, this young pitcher went straight to the batter’s box to console his friend.  Win or…Read more »