The Moment That Defined What It Means to Be a Real Dad
When I met my now-wife, she had a 3-year-old daughter. Her biological dad was inconsistent in her life, and she called him by his first name when…
Confessions
My wife was dying. I was by her bedside. She said in a tired voice, “There’s something I must confess.” “Shhh,” I said, “There’s nothing to confess….
Your birth month is what you’re getting for Christmas
Your birth month is what you’re getting for Christmas Jan: An Orange Feb: A Labrador.. Mar: Cheesecake Apr: Prison sentence.. May: Engagement ring Jun: Nothing.. Jul: A…
I want my 19-year-old stepdaughter to babysit—my house is not a free hotel.
Creating peace in blended families can be hard, especially when unexpected problems come up. Becky, a mother of a two-year-old, asked her 19-year-old stepdaughter to help with…
An Arizona Highway Patrol officer stops a Harley
An Arizona Highway Patrol officer stops a Harley for traveling faster than the posted speed limit: He asks the old biker his name. “Fred.” He replies. “Fred…
My Mother-in-Law Is Using Dirty Tricks to Make Me Leave Her Home
My husband and I are staying with my in-laws to save money. My MIL despises me and can’t wait for us to leave. Yesterday was my birthday,…
Old Man Goes to Visit Daughter for His 80th Birthday, She Doesn’t Let Him Enter Her House
Richard visits his daughter, Deidre, on his 80th birthday, only to find her distraught and evasive. Peering through her window, he sees two men threatening her over…
True Stories That Made Us Say, “The World Has Real Angels in It”
It only takes one act of kindness to brighten a gloomy day and, at times, restore our faith in life. Today, we’re sharing uplifting, true-life stories of…
My Daughter’s Favorite Gift
At bedtime, I tucked my 5-year-old daughter in and asked, “What was your favorite present today?” She paused thoughtfully before replying, “Spending the day with you, mummy.”…
Quick Wit and Unexpected Outcomes
Sometimes, a clever response can lead to unexpected and humorous outcomes. These anecdotes showcase moments where quick wit turned situations around. Late one night, a husband texted…