20 Sweet Stories About Moms (That Will Make You Want to Call Yours)
Mother's Day 2022 is coming up on May 8. These readers' stories offer much-needed mom love and inspiration.
13 Sweet Vintage Letters to Santa—from Almost 100 Years Ago
Sweet, vintage letters to Santa from Texas farm kids recall a simpler, more generous time.
Mitch Albom on What It Means to Be a Real Father to a Special Orphan
What is a real father? An orphan in Haiti teaches bestselling author Mitch Albom a wonderful new definition.
A Teacher Told Her Students to Draw What They Were Thankful for—This Was One Student’s Moving ...
As this teacher learned, some of the most moving lessons are taught by students.
Read One Teacher’s Genius Response to the Question “What Do You Make?”
Teacher Taylor Mali's unforgettable, searing retort to a thoughtless question certainly put a dinner companion in his place—and can make...
10 Clever Ways People Are Celebrating Birthdays Under Quarantine
While COVID-19 may have limited people's abilities to actively go out and celebrate their birthdays, that doesn't mean creative celebrations...
How Star Wars Helped Me Bond with My Dad
The film holds a special place in many people's hearts, but its place in my heart also includes my dad.
16 Things We’re All Looking Forward to Once Social Distancing Ends
Real-people share stories about what they're most looking forward to doing after self-quarantine restrictions finally let up.
The New Quarantine Hobby I’m Never Giving Up
From making stained glass to growing sourdough starter, 14 people share their new passions—and some great ideas to fill your...
12 Famous Sibling Rivalries Throughout History
Just because you're related to your brother or sister doesn't mean you have to like them. Here are the best...
This Family Raised a Baby Goose for a Year—20 Years Later, It Returned Home
When two adult geese left their gosling behind, a human family stepped in to raise him. Many years later, the...
24 Stories About Meeting Santa That Will Fill You with the Christmas Spirit
Santa Claus has a lot of kids to visit each year, but he never fails to get his job done....
17 Reasons My Favorite Teacher Changed My Life
It only takes one person to make a difference in the life of another—and teachers are often that person. Check...
What It’s Really Like to Live with Someone with Autism
While living with someone who has autism may have plenty of challenges, overall, the experience can be an absolute gift.
This Girl Wrote Her Dad a Letter to Cope with His Death—and Got a Response
Desiree was only four when she lost her Dad. She desperately wanted to talk to him one last time.
10 Christmas Stories That Will Melt Your Heart
Delightful tales to help you embrace the spirit of the season.