Posted by A group of fathers in Indiana meet to support each other as fathers of children with Down syndrome. They call themselves D.A.D.S. (Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome). For new parents, the initial diagnosis can be overwhelming, but this group helps new and veteran fathers by offering critical support, shared stories, and a common bond. It’s a great story…Read more »
Posted by Next month marks nine years since Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords suffered life-changing injuries after a shooting in Tucson. Last month she triumphantly rode in the Tour de Tucson bike ride. Her efforts raised funds for Friends of Aphasia. Her recovery has been long and hard; yet, she continues to find ways to reach out and help…Read more »
Posted by Today is Thanksgiving. Many of us will sit down at a dinner table overflowing with food. Many of us will have leftovers, and in a few days, many of us will throw those leftovers away. One college student, Mo Hasan, noticed how much food was thrown away at the dining hall at his school. He…Read more »
Posted by November is National Adoption Month. Lamont Thomas knows that very well. He has fostered more than thirty kids in his life, and his family just grew again and again and again and again and again. You’ll want to watch today’s Story of Joy to get the full story. It’s the story of an incredible man…Read more »
Posted by When celebrities are in the news, it’s usually because of poor behavior or an embarrassing scandal or both. But Tom Hanks is making news for being a nice guy. A really nice guy. Being nice shouldn’t make the news, but it does. It’s refreshing to read about someone with so much success treating people with…Read more »
Posted by Joy can arise in unexpected ways with the support and love of family and friends. Watch young Caleb Freeman give people hope with his message: “Keep pushing forward!” Click the link below to watch Caleb’s story. Caleb’s Message
Posted by Find the joy in getting lost! This time of year corn mazes are popular attractions around the country. Richardson Adventure Farm creates the wonder of the world’s largest corn maze bringing fun in unexpected ways. Click the link below to watch the story. Get Lost!
Posted by Today is Veteran’s Day, and we want to remember the story of one our county’s vets. Prior to serving in World War II, Howard Weistling dreamed of being an artist. While being held prisoner in a German POW camp, he brought joy to others through his art. That art continues to bring joy today. Click…Read more »
Posted by Kahlil Gibran wrote, “You are the bows from which your children as living arrows are sent forth.” Larry Brown has taken this idea to heart. He coaches young people to success in more than archery. He says, “The true growth is the reward of a living person doing what you taught them to do, and…Read more »
Posted by We’re about to head into the Christmas shopping season. Maybe some toys will be in your shopping cart. One six-year-old girl noticed something that made her write a letter to a toy company, not asking for toys but asking for change. That change is coming, and it’s inspiring little girls across America. Army Men .…Read more »
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