It can be really tough growing old, and often children forget that their parent or parents could be lonely. There are not many things sadder than being forgotten by your own children. That is why, in this story inspired by the readers at AmoMama, a mother hatched a plan in the hopes her children would remember...

Jade Small
Lifestyle Journalist
Jade is a freelance writer and content creator from South Africa with over 7 years experience writing and creating. She's also a proud single mom to a super 13 year old boy.
We all have secrets, but it is quite a shock to find them out after the death and via a will! Sometimes, however, even if that secret is completely shocking, it could end up being a good thing. Just like in our story today which was inspired by the readers at AmoMama. The huge shock to...
Children do not often realize the sacrifices their parents make for them. For this teenage boy in this story which was inspired by the readers at AmoMama, he learned all about how his expectations and demands were wrong after his mother ends up in the emergency room. Blake was a typical 14-year-old kid, he was at...
It is very easy to judge someone based on what they look like, the clothing they wear or the home they live in. But, how often have you done this and been wrong? This story, which was inspired by the readers at AmoMama, shows this exact lesson. Work Meeting Ben was used to his dad fetching...
We all come from different backgrounds and we have all grown up in different ways. Some of us have grown up wealthy, while some are not as well off. Many of us had parents who worked two jobs, and many of us had parents with tertiary education and a fancy office. This story, which was...
We never really know what anyone’s story is, and this piece, which was inspired by the readers at AmoMama, proves exactly that. Judging someone because of their clothing or what they look like is not only petty and small-minded behavior but just plain rude. If you took the time to get to know people first, perhaps...
Being old and getting older is a tough realization for many. As the years go by and we reach retirement, the last thing we want is to be alone. This is why it is so important not to forget our parents and grandparents, especially those in nursing homes. This story, which was inspired by the...
Natasha O’Grady and her husband Ryan were blessed with triplets earlier this year. However, their journey to having three healthy babies was not an easy one. Pregnancy is supposed to be a joyous time, full of hope. Sadly, the experience for Natasha was filled with anxiety and doubt. So, in January of 2019, Natasha and...
There is always more to a story than we realize. That’s why we should always be kind, because we might not know all the details. Whether you’re a mother, a father, or a son, or a daughter, kindness will always get you further than cruelty. Today’s story was inspired by the creative readers at AmoMama....
A Secret Life of Mom Highlight Story: Sometimes there are tales that are just too good, too beautiful, or too unbelievable to keep locked away. That’s why we scour the archives and bring some of them back to enjoy again. They may make you smile or shed a tear, but they’re always meant to add...
Friendsgiving is like thanksgiving, but instead of celebrating with family, you celebrate a day of thanks with your closest friends. It’s usually a very laid-back time, where jokes are said around the table. Instead of traditional family Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving is normally without fights or blood feuds. However, one woman’s Friendsgiving ended up breaking her heart...
It’s almost Halloween, and if there’s one thing everybody loves, it’s a creepy clown. What’s more wonderful and scary than a clown with sharp teeth and balloons? How about a clown with donuts! And these aren’t just any donuts. These are gourmet, extravagant, and contain flavors you won’t find at your average coffee and confectionary...