Having a child is a blessing and usually a time of celebration. And, it was no different for Kathleen and Jesse Thorson of Medford, Oregon. Together, they were welcoming their fourth child into the world. What Jesse did not know was that he was not going to be able to raise their new baby together....
Love is the true bond for family, not biology. It’s often insulting for people to ask adopted children, “Who are your real parents?” More often than not, the answer is their real parents are their adopted parents. Not their biological parents, with whom they may have a distant or nonexistent relationship. When a young woman...
Madonna, born Madonna Louise Ciccone, is a globally renowned American singer, songwriter, actress, and businesswoman who has left an indelible mark on the music industry. Often referred to as the “Queen of Pop,” Madonna’s career spans several decades, marked by chart-topping hits, innovative music videos, and boundary-pushing performances. Here are a few examples of why...
Once spending $1000’s on Christmas presents for her family, Heidi Ondrak has decided that she will no longer be doing so, suggesting that even her children will be receiving second-hand toys instead. She further went on to mention that this time of year just invites stress and credit card debt. Her usual budget of roughly...
We take for granted how easy life is when we have legs to walk from A-B. Many people do not have this luxury. Being in a wheelchair is hard. It means you can not access places that other people can and it often means you can not drive. You can’t play with your children the...
Every little girl needs a dad, and little Kylee wanted one more than anything. That is when her mom’s boyfriend decided to surprise her during a family photo shoot. She had no idea how special that day would become as her biggest dream come true! A Missing Piece is Found Tim Bobbit met Annie and...
Clara’s world turned upside down overnight, but one cell phone call set things right. Never forget those special people who will always love you, no matter what. How it Started Clara and John got married when she was only 18-years-old. John, a few years older than Clara, asked for her hand in marriage after dating...
A loving daughter did something beautiful for her father when a kind stranger reached out their hand after learning he was terminally ill. She now has a memory of her father to treasure for the rest of her life. It was in 2019 that Kiley Gregare learned of her father, Brad Gregare’s illness. A shock...
New Year’s traditions are a time-honored way of ringing in the new year with celebration and joy. These traditions vary greatly from culture to culture, but they all share the common goal of welcoming the new year with optimism and hope. From fireworks displays and parties, and superstitions, people all over the world find unique...
Although political preferences divide the nation, one thing is true among both parties. The President is heavily watched during their term. Meanwhile, their wives are also in the spotlight, each doing their part to contribute to their husbands’ terms. From Abigail Adams’ pleas with her husband to abolish slavery and give women rights to Lady...
A Secret Life of Mom Highlight Story: Sometimes there are stories that can help raise and maintain awareness to important subjects. That’s why we scour the archives and bring some of them back to help keep parents in the know. They may be touching, and even make you shed a tear, but the health and...
It is the dream of every three-year-old to turn four. As their birthday’s approach, they start dreaming up the best ideas for a party and imagine receiving the most grandiose presents. Mostly, they are just s happy to spend the day with their parents, siblings, and friends. Unfortunately for Alfonso Ribeiro, his now four-year-old daughter...
