These inspirational and motivational stories can provide surprise, comfort, and discovery. They can show how special the gift of life is, and how simple changes in perspective can bring about monumental changes in the direction life takes.

  Chance    Lainie's career flourished after her move to California. She loved her job, the mild weather, and the circle of close friends she acquired. At 35 years of age, Lainie was content with everything in her life, except the deafening tick of her biological clock... by Kathleene S. Baker

Grandfather's Letter   One day, a young man was cleaning out his late grandfather's belongings when he came across a bright red envelope. Written on the front were the words, To my grandson. Recognizing his grandfather's handwriting, the boy opened the envelope... by Steve Brunkhorst

Weaving the Brokenness   We are the first mother-daughter generation to hug, kiss, talk over our disagreements, apologize, forgive, and have a loving relationship. For this I give thanks every day... by Linda Joy Myers, Ph. D.

A Parable of a Child   This isn't simply a parable about an unnamed school teacher. It is a parable about you and me—whether or not we are parents or even teachers. And the story, OUR story, actually begins like this... by Steve Goodier

The Secret of Happiness   The old man shuffled slowly into the restaurant. His tattered cloth jacket, patched trousers, worn out shoes, and warm personality made him stand out from the usual Saturday morning breakfast crowd...
by Steve Brunkhorst

When the Giving Hurts    "Give 'til it hurts." You've probably heard this a thousand times. I want to share with you a personal story where "giving" in fact "hurt" a person I was trying to help... by Rick Beneteau

The Struggle    What do butterflies have in common with the human spirit? Meet Maggie, a middle aged wife and mother who was about to find out... by Tony Masiello

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