Being a teacher is one of the most respectable jobs in society today. Everyone marvels at the patience teachers need to educate the youth of today. They may be respected in general society, but that doesn’t always mean they are treated as such in class. This particular teacher was quite young, as she had only...
Not all stories have happy endings, and in this case, it is a sad story that carries a hidden meaning. When you promise something, make sure you are fully aware of what you are saying. Words might seem meaningless to you, but for others, it carries strength. The false hopes of unfulfilled promises have the...
“A little help with a little smile gives meaning to human life.” ― Abhijit Naskar. There are so many people around us who need help, but often we don’t see them. We are unable to see past their happy facade, and sometimes, we don’t even try to. It’s easier to let people in need pass...
When it comes to family, you might assume the love you share between you is unconditional, and without consequence. There should be no competition for love, as every member of the family is equal. Our story today, is of two siblings who lost their father, and a house that was inherited by one of them. ...
Sandy and Richard had been lovers from the first time they met. They started dating in Highschool and remained just as close as ever all the way through college. When Richard proposed, he was absolutely terrified, even though he had no reason to be. No matter, because when Sandy saw him kneeling on one knee,...
Patience is a virtue. Especially when it comes to revenge. If you’ve ever had a toxic family member in your life, you’ll know this is true. Sometimes, the best way to get back at those who hurt you is by taking your time and using your brain. Instead of anger or violence. The story teaches...
Kendra and Kevin were born fraternal twins. They had the same eye color and skin tone. Their eyes were mirror images of each other, and both were tall and slim. Their appearance might be strikingly similar, but they could not be more different from each other. Kendra was artistically inclined and had a creative mind...
“You know what they say, where there’s a will, there’s a family fighting over it.” – Comedian Matt Wohlfarth Inheritance disputes between siblings are sadly common. During a time of tragedy, when a parent passes away, bitterness often arises between the mourners. Fights break out about what’s a “fair share” of the inheritance. Sometimes, these...
“As you think, so you become… Our busy minds are forever jumping to conclusions, manufacturing and interpreting signs that aren’t there.” — Epictetus. Dayra’s life took a sharp turn when she caught her fiance cheating on her. She wanted nothing to do with him, ignoring the letters he sent her throughout the years. She was...
Time and distance are no boundaries for true friendship. Years can pass and friends can reconnect as if they never left. Plus, they will always be there for each other when the chips are down. In this story, four friends graduating college agreed to meet twenty-five years later. However, when the day came, one didn’t...
In this story which was inspired by the readers at AmoMama, a boy’s act of kindness towards an old, shabby man, ended up being the best decision he’s ever made. Mason was not very well off, he’d been left as the man of the house after his father passed away a year ago. Now, his mother...
Some actions can never be undone. But also, some non-actions can never be done once the opportunity passes. That’s often the case with elderly relatives. Once they die, people wish they would have spent more time with them. But they made too many excuses and missed their chance. Some non-actions like these are a bitter...
