Category: Stories

My husband helped me raise my daughters, even though he was not their biological father. In the end, however, he made a major decision on his own—one that changed my life completely…

My name is Arnold, and after living for ninety-five long years, I can honestly say I’ve lived a good life. Forgetful family reminders I’ve known love. I’ve known hardship. I’ve watched the…

I’m a 72-year-old widow, and for years I’ve been saving for one special dream — a cruise I’ve planned since the day I retired. It was something I promised myself I’d enjoy…

Before he leaves he tells his wife, “I promise I will be home by midnight.” Midnight comes and goes. He finally arrives home at about 3 AM. As he walks in he…

Kindness doesn’t take much, just a moment, a smile, or a helping hand, but its impact can last a lifetime. Sometimes it’s a small gesture that changes someone’s day, and other times…

 am a 28-year-old interior designer. I’ve been working at the same company for 2 years.Recently, my boss and I have had to go meet with a new client twice a week. The…

My name is Linda, I’m 62, and last year my son married a widow with two kids. I’ve always tried to treat them like my own, spending time cooking, helping with schoolwork,…

I was on a 10-hour international flight, and I was sitting in economy, middle seat. I’d been traveling for work and was exhausted. I just wanted a meal and a nap.I’ve been…

Love has a knack for catching us off guard, appearing when we least anticipate it. One of our readers experienced the dizzying joy of her boyfriend’s proposal, only to find herself plummeting…

I always tried to be the good guy. The steady husband, the patient stepfather. My wife was the light of my life, a vibrant woman who’d brought so much joy, and with…