Posted by ESPN held their annual award show a couple of weeks ago. Each year they honor athletes and teams for achievement in sport . . . and in life. This year they gave a special award to some of the coaches from Stoneman Douglas, the site of the horrific school shooting in February. Three coaches from…Read more »
Posted by Awet Beraki was kidnapped, starved, and tortured. After his release, he lived in a refugee camp and made his way to America. His story and his passion for distance running is inspiring. Click the link below to watch today’s Story of Joy. Patience & Persistence
Posted by Adrian and Hayden Ryals got married last month. They had a special little girl serve as their flower girl. Skye Savren-McCormick made Hayden’s wedding extra special . . . and Skye changed Hayden’s life. Click the link below to read their story. Flower Girl
Posted by It’s summer, and it’s hot out. Really hot. Keith Davison also noticed how quiet it was at his house. Really quiet. After his wife of 65 years died, the quiet house bothered him. His solution? Build a pool! Click the link below to enjoy this story. Let’s Go Swimming!
Posted by A kind boy. Beautiful flowers. Warm hugs. Enough said. Click the link below for today’s Story of Joy. Officer Oliver
Posted by In my lifetime, I have learned so much from listening to children, they seem to have a wisdom about things that most adults don’t have. Here is a wonderful example of just that, as well as some additional bits of wisdom for us to think about. Wisdom of Children
Posted by 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 »
Posted by 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 »
Posted by 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
Posted by 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 »
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