Category Archives: Heartwarming Stories

To Absorb Is Better

by John Burroughs The rare moment is not the moment when there is something worth looking at, but the moment when we are capable of seeing. – Joseph Wood Krutch In the fields and woods more than anything else all … Continue reading

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The secret of happiness

By: Joseph J. Mazzella      There once was a very wealthy and successful man. He had more money than he could ever spend and he was admired and looked up to by his community. Still, he knew that something … Continue reading

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God’s Spices

by Joanne Lowe I made some vegetable soup and gave some to my sister and she said it wasn’t spicy enough so she added spices. She gave me some chili that she had made and it is delicious, however it … Continue reading

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When God Made Fathers

When the good Lord was creating fathers, he started with a tall frame. A female angel nearby said, "What kind of a father is that? If you’re going to make children so close to the ground, why have you put … Continue reading

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Put the Glass Down

A lecturer was giving a lecture to his students on stress management. He raised a glass of water and asked the audience, "How heavy do you think this glass of water is?"

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Exercises

A Good Eye Exercise:  See also the perfection in others, See the everlasting beauty in human kindness. A Good Tongue exercise:  Speak from the heart instead of from the mouth. A Good Facial exercise:  Smile often repeated Hearing Exercise:  When … Continue reading

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You are No Different

By Bob Perks Earlier this evening I was inspired by this thought as I listened to a minister speak at the annual Red Cross dinner my wife and I attended.  As usual I made a few quick notes to keep … Continue reading

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Eat Hearty: Spiritual Vitamins A to Z

Anxious? Take Vitamin A.All things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.   (Romans 8:28) Blue? Take Vitamin B.Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless His … Continue reading

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Remember These Words

Don’t let go of hope. Hope gives you the strength to keep going when you feel like giving up. Don’t ever quit believing in yourself. As long as you believe you can, with the help of God, you will have … Continue reading

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LOVE……so beautiful

One rainy afternoon I was driving along one of the main streets of town, taking those extra precautions necessary when the roads are wet and slick. Suddenly, my daughter, Aspen, spoke up from her relaxed position in her seat. "Dad, … Continue reading

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Why, God?

Why, God? Why did you allow this to happen? Why, God? Did you do this to me?  Why? One hears this question many times in life, one may ask the question them selves, not once but many times.

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Out of the Pit

Abraham Joshua Heschel Timely insights from a Jewish sage. A.J.H., "The Mark of Cain" The greatest task of our time is to help our fellow human beings out of the pit. God will return to us when we are willing … Continue reading

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The Blessed Curse

It was a beautiful spring evening just after work and I was walking the few blocks to where my car was parked.  I noticed a gentleman that I had met just a week or so prior, on a previous hike … Continue reading

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Honor Our Troops And Veterans This Memorial Day

Memorial Day weekend is upon us, a time when Americans pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the safety and security of our great nation. And as we reflect on our fallen heroes, we also honor our troops currently defending America and advancing freedom around the world. Continue reading

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Did you know?

Of couse 99% of you have already seen this, but this is for the other 1%…. DID YOU KNOW? As you walk up the steps to the building which houses the U.S. Supreme Court you can see near the top … Continue reading

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Memorial day

A friend forwarded a wonderful tribute to our fallen soldiers for this memorial day weekend celebration. It is so good I had to share it with you. You can find it here. Please say a prayer for all those who … Continue reading

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The Rewards of Children

I have seen repeatedly the breakdown of the cost of raising a child, but this is the first time I have seen the rewards listed this way.  It’s nice,  really nice!!          * * * * * * … Continue reading

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