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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…

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Important Things You Need to Say by Danielle Hayden | Inspiring Story #132

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.

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Overalls in Heaven | Leaving a Legacy of Love by Manndi Maphies DeBoef | Inspiring Story #130

It is a humbling and honoring feat to leave a legacy of love …

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Stories They Share About You | Quote by Shannon L. Alder

Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones. A legacy is etched into the minds of others and the stories they share about you. ~ Shannon L. Alder

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Pennies from Heaven | Nothing Can Separate Us | By Brenda Kay Ledford | Inspiring Story #125

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 […]

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Baba Returns to Cyprus | A Father’s Journey Completed by his Son by Karletta Marie | Inspiring Story #105

Inspiration to share your stories with your friends, family, children and grandchildren. In doing so, you leave a beautiful gift of you and the dreams you pass on … I stand alone on the narrow path leading out to the marina lighthouse. White stones stacked high form the jetty walkway. It’s a windy, cold afternoon and […]

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Your Legacy is … | Quote by Maya Angelou

You have no idea what your legacy will be because your legacy is every life you touch.

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Orange Sky | Continuing the Legacy of Those Loved & Lost by Nhezyl Rojo | Inspiring Story #104

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 […]

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Mystery Package Takes Me To South Africa by Karletta Marie | Inspiring Story #6

True story of the mystery package that inspires a young Australian girl to travel to South Africa and create her true freedom-to-travel lifestyle.

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Child Have You Eaten? | Story of Loving Kindness Despite Our Differences by Fathima Meer| Inspiring Story #99

When Fathima, a Muslim from South Africa, travels to India, she fears how she’ll be received in an area with supposed Muslim-Hindu tensions. What she discovers in reality surprises her, and something as simple as a stranger knocking on her door leads to a realization that will change her perspective forever…”Child, have you eaten?” […]

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Arlene by PK Becker | When being there for someone is all we can do | Inspiring Story #95

Even when we don’t know what to do or say, this powerful story shows us that sometimes just being there for someone is more than enough.My friend, Arlene, was always unapologetically frank and opinionated. A life force to be reckoned with, she made her presence and preferences known in most situations. She was a single […]

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Be Someone’s Lasagne Dish by Breeaynna Olberding | When Kindness Keeps Memories Alive | Inspiring Story #78

A delightful story of human kindness, especially for anyone who has ever lost a beloved grandfather or grandmother I lost this amazing man almost two years ago, he was my person; my grandfather and one of the best people I will ever have the privilege of knowing. Try to imagine the best hug you’ve ever had. […]

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Angela on The Car Was the Only Place I Could Cry – Until I Found the Strength to Leave | by Sonia Gupta | Inspiring Story #218: “Thank you so much for sharing your story. It took a lot of courage to write this. And it will…” Jul 26, 15:13
LisaLisa Lisa on The Car Was the Only Place I Could Cry – Until I Found the Strength to Leave | by Sonia Gupta | Inspiring Story #218: “Wow! What a story and people would be surprised as to the number of people who are in those situations.…” Jul 24, 15:01
Jerry Godinho on The Car Was the Only Place I Could Cry – Until I Found the Strength to Leave | by Sonia Gupta | Inspiring Story #218: “This post captures the emotional weight of discovering the truth about a toxic marriage with such raw honesty and clarity.…” Jul 24, 14:30
Paula on The Car Was the Only Place I Could Cry – Until I Found the Strength to Leave | by Sonia Gupta | Inspiring Story #218: “Thank you for sharing this brave story of strength! So happy Sonia was able to get out and get safe.” Jul 23, 21:58
Claudia on The Car Was the Only Place I Could Cry – Until I Found the Strength to Leave | by Sonia Gupta | Inspiring Story #218: “A good marriage feels so freeing, but a toxic one really does feel like a prison. I think it’s so…” Jul 23, 20:54
Beth on The Car Was the Only Place I Could Cry – Until I Found the Strength to Leave | by Sonia Gupta | Inspiring Story #218: “Thank you so much for sharing your story. I think it’s going to help so many people. Toxic relationships are…” Jul 23, 20:51
Staci k on The Car Was the Only Place I Could Cry – Until I Found the Strength to Leave | by Sonia Gupta | Inspiring Story #218: “I don’t know you, but I just want to say I’m so proud of you. Your courage and bravery is…” Jul 23, 20:14
Paula on Three Years Bedridden. The Dream That Saved Me | A Teen’s FND Story | by Liam Virgo | Inspiring Story #216: “Thank you for sharing this incredibly inspiring story. I had never heard of this condition, what a brave young man.” Jul 5, 17:10
Stacie k on Three Years Bedridden. The Dream That Saved Me | A Teen’s FND Story | by Liam Virgo | Inspiring Story #216: “Love reading inspiring stories like yours. So inspiring. Rick on!” Jul 5, 14:55
Thomas Corr on Three Years Bedridden. The Dream That Saved Me | A Teen’s FND Story | by Liam Virgo | Inspiring Story #216: “Exactly correct. To be bold is to be ‘sparking.’” Jul 4, 12:37
Barbara on Three Years Bedridden. The Dream That Saved Me | A Teen’s FND Story | by Liam Virgo | Inspiring Story #216: “Liam, my heart goes out to you. Your story is so inspiring. You are so courageous and strong. Don’t ever…” Jul 4, 12:04
Cecil Bruce Doku on What My Father Gave Me, When the World Gave Him Nothing | by Cecil Bruce Doku | Inspiring Story #219: “Thank you so much for your kind words…I’m glad my story about my father’s generosity beyond wealth resonated with you……” Jul 3, 12:51
Cecil Bruce Doku on What My Father Gave Me, When the World Gave Him Nothing | by Cecil Bruce Doku | Inspiring Story #219: “completely agree there’s so much beauty in finding contentment and joy in giving, even in simplicity… Your blessings and perspective…” Jul 3, 12:47
ghazala on What My Father Gave Me, When the World Gave Him Nothing | by Cecil Bruce Doku | Inspiring Story #219: “Some of the inspirational and moving lines from the story for me included, “My father gave me money based on…” Jul 2, 05:48
Lynn Hannah on How One Teacher’s Kindness Shaped a Lifetime | An Inspiring Story of Lasting Influence | by Lynn Hannah | Inspiring Story #214: “I agree!” Jun 19, 00:45
Lynn Hannah on How One Teacher’s Kindness Shaped a Lifetime | An Inspiring Story of Lasting Influence | by Lynn Hannah | Inspiring Story #214: “I hope you got to speak to him! I am sure he would be glad to hear from you.” Jun 18, 21:11
Lynn Hannah on How One Teacher’s Kindness Shaped a Lifetime | An Inspiring Story of Lasting Influence | by Lynn Hannah | Inspiring Story #214: “What a memory, Stephanie! Thanks for sharing.” Jun 17, 20:27
Antonia Okwu on What My Father Gave Me, When the World Gave Him Nothing | by Cecil Bruce Doku | Inspiring Story #219: “I love this, especially the sentiment that you don’t need to be wealthy to be generous! A good read especially…” Jun 16, 12:21
Emily on What My Father Gave Me, When the World Gave Him Nothing | by Cecil Bruce Doku | Inspiring Story #219: “This was the perfect story to read today, on Father’s Day. The love of a father truly knows no bounds,…” Jun 15, 18:39
John Dionysiou on What My Father Gave Me, When the World Gave Him Nothing | by Cecil Bruce Doku | Inspiring Story #219: “This is a beautiful story. I relate to it because of my Father. What I learnt from you my Baba…” Jun 15, 09:47
Karletta Marie on What My Father Gave Me, When the World Gave Him Nothing | by Cecil Bruce Doku | Inspiring Story #219: “Thx for sharing your story Cecil. And I’m so pleased to see Ghana represented here at DIL. Did you know…” Jun 15, 09:42
Arun on What My Father Gave Me, When the World Gave Him Nothing | by Cecil Bruce Doku | Inspiring Story #219: “Awee. This is such a heartwarming story . Dads are magic. It was so touching to know that how even…” Jun 14, 17:04
Lynn Hannah on How One Teacher’s Kindness Shaped a Lifetime | An Inspiring Story of Lasting Influence | by Lynn Hannah | Inspiring Story #214: “Karen, thank you for reading my story and for being a teacher for 25 years.” Jun 13, 12:17
Lynn Hannah on How One Teacher’s Kindness Shaped a Lifetime | An Inspiring Story of Lasting Influence | by Lynn Hannah | Inspiring Story #214: “Can’t wait to read your story, Karletta!” Jun 13, 12:15
Lynn Hannah on How One Teacher’s Kindness Shaped a Lifetime | An Inspiring Story of Lasting Influence | by Lynn Hannah | Inspiring Story #214: “They certainly can! Thanks for reading my story, Colleen.” Jun 13, 12:14