The Daring Rebellion of Franceska Mann.
In 1943, Franceska Mann, a young Jewish ballerina renowned for her grace and poise, found herself in one of history’s darkest places: Auschwitz. The notorious Nazi death camp was a world of systematic cruelty, where lives were extinguished with chilling…
Papa’s Park: A Christmas Tradition of Warmth and Joy.
Last Christmas, my dad made gift bags for every dog at the park. Not just any bags, but ones packed lovingly to the brim with chicken jerky—the kind of treat that made tails wag and paws dance in delight. He…
The Garage of Generosity: How a Simple Act of Kindness Touched an Entire Bus.
As a transit bus operator for UTA, I see countless people every day—faces that blur together, lives glimpsed only in passing. Yet today, something stopped me in my tracks. Pulling up to a bus stop in Bountiful, Utah, I glanced…
A Ziploc Bag Full of Love: How an 8-Year-Old Taught Me the True Meaning of Giving.
This week, my younger kids have been attending Vacation Bible School at a local church. Along with songs, crafts, and stories, they’ve been learning about serving others—especially the homeless. They’ve been bringing home flyers, reminders, and little lessons about food…
A Stranger’s Flight Saved: Witnessing Everyday Heroism at the Airport.
Today, I witnessed something that reminded me of the true potential of human kindness—the kind of selfless compassion that restores your faith in humanity. It’s a moment that will stay with me forever. I was traveling through the airport with…
A Lost Stormtrooper, Found After Three Years: How One Man’s Kindness Made a Little Boy’s Day.
Three years ago, my then two-year-old son, Charlie, asked a simple question: could he bring a toy along on our grocery trip? Normally, I would have said no—kids and toys don’t mix well with shopping carts and crowded aisles. But…
From Tragedy to Triumph: Deputy Drew Kennison’s Incredible Comeback.
It’s a story of grit, determination, and the unbreakable human spirit. It’s the story of a husband, a father, and a dedicated law enforcement officer—Deputy Drew Kennison of the CCSO. Nearly a year ago, Drew’s life changed in an instant….
The Stranger, the Birdhouse, and the Lesson That Changed My Life.
Have you ever had a conversation with a total stranger and walked away feeling as though they were sent by God? I never truly understood what that meant until a few days ago, during a routine trip to the grocery…
A Birthday Cupcake for a Neighborhood Hero: How a Young Girl’s Gesture Touched a Garbage Collector’s Heart.
In a quiet neighborhood in Illinois, a little girl named Brooklyn had found a special reason to look forward to Thursdays. While most children eagerly await birthdays or holidays, Brooklyn’s excitement came in the form of a garbage truck, and…
Hero on the Scene: Officer Saves Motorcyclist’s Life, Honored by Grateful Family.
On the morning of June 3rd, Officer Jordan Jacquo was on his routine patrol in Meriden when a dispatch crackled over his radio, reporting a motorcycle accident on Route 691. Without a moment’s hesitation, he accelerated toward the scene, his…