An Inspiring Short Love Story … An Unromantic Story of Love; A Beautiful Story of TrustWhen people hear our story, they think it’s romantic. Alex quit his job, sold his stuff, pulled out of his dream restaurant in Germany and the next day, booked a flight to Mexico to convince me that we were right for each
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The Hong Kong Mid-Autumn Festival Inspires Love Photo Credit: www.DiscoverHongKong.com.Finding love abroad was not in her plan … but Jasmine soon found her life drastically altered by one chance meeting, one night in Hong Kong. We met on the night of the annual Chinese celebration known as the Mid-Autumn Festival. I was standing outside a metro
Love Letter from My Husband25 Years Ago, I Married My Best Friend. Don’t be afraid of the “friend-zone”.He was my best friend. We told each other everything. I knew his secrets. He knew mine. We fell in love. My father and I fought about him.My sister-in-law (one of them) told me, “Be careful, he’s Greek, he could
Marguerite volunteers to work on a Kibbutz, where she falls deeply in love with a handsome Jewish man. They plan to spend the rest of their life as husband and wife… but it seems the great divide between religion and race may keep them apart forever … or will it?Five weeks into my seven-week stay
When young Cari meets a mysterious stranger on a beach in Mexico, she gets a lesson that will impact her for many years to come.
One year after discovering her husband’s cheating messages, Jessi turns her fears of being a single mom into her own single mom success story.
Kathy’s childhood was filled with horrors. As an adult she endures a bad marriage, emotional abuse and domestic violence. Her life seems to be filled with darkness until she remembers who she really is …
A short story about finding love, facing your fears, and discovering who ‘The One’ really is. Six years ago, I moved to Germany to be with a guy who I thought was ‘The One’. Crazy in love, I boarded a plane to move to an unfamiliar land where I didn’t know anyone except ‘The One’. As
Everyone is worthy of love. How you treat another person can impact their life forever.
Simon didn’t think he had any issue with being adopted. That was until he found out his childhood teddy bear had been a gift from his birth mother … I never knew I had an issue with being adopted. That was until my 40th birthday. That evening my parents arrived to take my wife and I out
This powerful and touching story shows us how we can continue the legacy of our lost loved ones while drawing inspiration to live a more meaningful life. “Wherever life takes you, there is always someone waiting for you here. This place will always be your first home.” As I recall my grandmother’s words, a sad smile
One early mid-October evening a romantic beach walk turns into a foot-stomping fight. In this short story, we highlight the positive side of being able to argue with the ones we love.Beyond the horizon, over the Mediterranean sea, a softening sun shone upon angel wings spread across the sky. Feathery clouds played about, draped in
This is the story of a tiny yellow flower expressing herself willfully, reaching out to the Universe, wanting to share her Beauty, her Light and her Love for All… This morning,Being out thereIn NatureFor my daily walkI am Blessed withA Meaningful EncounterOh, you couldn’t guess…Neither was ITo suspectSuch a Sacred MeetingIn between blades of grassHidden
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No matter how deep our losses might be, nothing can separate us from the love of our loved ones… A special story dedicated to all those who have lost loved ones over the past eighteen months. I’m counting pennies in the music room that was Mother’s sickroom. I gaze through the window at the Blue
A beautiful piece about letting love into our life … this story is an extract from Sheri Salata’s memoir “The Beautiful No: And Other Tales of Trial, Transcendence, and Transformation”Love. Specifically, sexy, romantic, passionate, real soul-to-soul love. This is tough. Embarrassing. And tinged with what feels like genuine shame. Love is my unsolved mystery—one of the great
Roshni, a strong Gorkha, Indian woman, is left devastated after a break-up. She can’t think, eat or sleep until, one morning, she is called to rise with the sun and run…
It is a humbling and honoring feat to leave a legacy of love …
How To Deal with a Breakup | Five Women Share Their Real Life Stories | 100+ stories to inspire your new beginning …
Danielle had something important to say to her stepfather. When he passed away, unsaid words remained in her heart. Not wishing this regret fall upon another, Danielle is inspired to create something special to guide others in saying what they need to say.
My Two Dads: Their Legacy Can’t be Measured in Monetary Terms by Fathima Meer | Inspiring Story #133
Your legacy can be so much more than money, or property left in a will…
Short Love Stories from Around the World 7+ real life short love stories from around the world ; Germany, Australia, Israel, Mexico, Hong Kong, Canada, United Kingdom – no matter where you are in the world, be inspired to find love. JOIN READ ANOTHER STORY | Determined to fulfill her life-long dream to shine in the spotlight,
Rejection, failure, misfortune, and humiliation. These experiences can either destroy us or cause us to grow and rise above. I chose to rise.
For eight years, single mother Manndi dealt with deep embarrassment over her divorce. One day her young son leaves a note on the kitchen counter, teaching her not all is as we imagine.
Brenda was just beginning to recover from losing her Mama when her dear brother, Harold, passed away. Here, she shares this special tribute story to honor Harold on National Brother’s Day. I was just beginning to recover from the grief of losing Mama when another very special person passed away. It was sudden. I was
In this short story, Barbara Kane takes us on a beautiful walk down her garden path, where we are inspired to transform and restore our once vibrant and loving relationships.
What would happen if when we met someone, we were able to focus all our attention on that person? We would discover how fabulous human connection can be.
Grandmas hold a special place in our heart. A charming story to remind you how precious a Grandmother’s love, and how lasting the memories she makes.
Today we celebrate five adoptees from around the world – South Korea, USA, China, UK …
Each person featured here turned their real life challenges into a way to help others. They found a way to reframe their stories into stories of hope to be passed on to you.
Be inspired by their stories today.
Though brothers may fight fiercely and compete at times, there will be moments when a simple act of love confirms and strengthens the incredible bond between brothers.
Renske Mann, debut author, aged 83, shares her inspiring story, proving you’re never too old to pursue you dreams
11x real-life stories to celebrate mothers around the world who have touched our hearts and inspired us with their incredible stories
Delve into a world where every wagging tail and tender nudge between Lucy and Atlas speaks volumes about what true friendship entails. This isn’t just a story; it’s an opportunity to reflect on the beauty of our connections and the lessons we can learn from the purest forms of companionship.
A Short Love Story About Finding Love In The Most Unexpected Places …
Corporate lawyer Patricia wasn’t ready to be a grandmother—especially when he didn’t look like the baby she imagined.
But one moment changed everything…
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Some people say Charlotte should never have been born, but she had different ideas.
An inspiring story for anyone who has ever asked ‘why was I born?’
When her young son is diagnosed with cancer, Ya-el prepares him for the fight of his life. Little did she know that a trip to Walmart would birth an innovative idea that would bring joy to thousands battling childhood cancer across the globe …Upon hearing the words: “Your son has cancer”. My world shattered. My husband
Kathy’s childhood was filled with horrors. As an adult she endures a bad marriage, emotional abuse and domestic violence. Her life seems to be filled with darkness until she remembers who she really is …
Short story about discovering what true beauty really means … JOIN The scent of nail varnish, L’Oreal shampoo and hair dye settle in my nostrils. The mirror clad walls reflect soft down-lights on ivory coloured tiles, and I hear Mariah Carey’s, “I don’t wanna cry” playing in the background. I’m draped in an unflattering
I was just forty years old. A few weeks earlier, I had booked an appointment with my doctor for a “routine” breast examination ..
You Have ‘Special Skills’ To Carry You Through Hardship. Discover what they are by delving deeper into the narrative of your life …
Our world is full of unsung heroes; real-life heroes who show up in times of disaster at great sacrifice to themselves…When Kim was born with a growth hormone deficiency, doctors said her brain wouldn’t develop normally and she wouldn’t amount to much. But she proved them wrong. Today, Kim’s sister, Nicky, honors Kim as her unsung
Born in China with a cleft-lip and orphaned, Ashleigh wished her life might be different. Be inspired by Ashleigh’s story as she shares how she turned her challenges into her power …
Brianna was an energetic teenager who enjoyed playing sports with her friends. That was until E.D, a terrible tyrant entered her life and took control of her every move.Brianna shares her story of living with E.D. and what helped her to beat the eating disorder, and learn to listen and love herself again. JOIN JOIN