Dad Honors Daughter With Downs By Spreading Her Infectious Joy Through Smiles.
Michael Ray has never doubted that his daughter, Maddie, loves him – even though she's never uttered the three words. Maddie has Down syndrome, autism,...
Read moreMichael Ray has never doubted that his daughter, Maddie, loves him – even though she's never uttered the three words. Maddie has Down syndrome, autism,...
Read moreWhen you first see Matthew Phillips in action, all you see is his long, lithe frame dangling over precipices and straining to maintain his hold...
Read moreFeeling included is a big reason why some kids are drawn to sports. This is especially important for kids like 8-year-old Karter Gardenhire, whose Spina...
Read moreAnybody who has lost a loved one knows how comforting it is to have something of theirs close by. That's why Mary MacInnes of Scotland...
Read moreThe older you get, the more you appreciate the people who've loved you the longest. Grandparents hold a special place in our hearts. If you're...
Read moreKim Gantt didn't have a traditional childhood. Her adoption papers showed that she was 3 years old when her American parents brought her home from...
Read moreGratitude is something we can always use more of, but that doesn't mean it comes easily, especially when we face difficulties that are out of...
Read moreDuring the holidays it's customary to remember the people who make your life easier during the year. Whether it's a gift card for the mail...
Read moreMany pet owners swear they didn't choose their furry friends; rather, it was the other way around. If you ask Boston Police Department's SWAT team,...
Read moreNobody should have to wonder how they're going to get their next meal, but the reality is many families can't afford food. For legendary singer...
Read moreChris Garth has gone surfing countless times with his girlfriend, Lauren Oiye. In fact, the Hawaii couple met years ago at Queen's Beach in Waikiki,...
Read moreDisney has a way of bringing families together. There's nothing as cozy as curling up on the couch with your loved ones and a good...
Read moreWe all know there's no limit to what a person can accomplish when they set their mind to it, but it's always nice to have...
Read moreThere are no guarantees in life because all the planning in the world can't prevent bad things from happening. Lynn Schutzman of King of Prussia,...
Read moreYou never know when a total stranger might step up and save your day! Every morning, teaching assistant Diana Chong of Ridge, New York stops...
Read moreThere are times when we don't choose an animal to adopt; they choose us. Nate Troy wasn't looking for a new pet as he made...
Read moreWith "Frozen 2" just hitting the theaters, fans are eager to learn about Elsa and Anna's newest adventures. But before you head to the big...
Read moreLoopy behavior and hilarity usually go hand in hand with removing wisdom teeth. We've seen it before. After all, it takes just a few keystrokes...
Read moreYou never know how one person might change your life forever. When Jeanie Manning and Jake, her son with Down syndrome, moved from Florida to...
Read moreFor parents, few experiences rival giving their child a gift that will blow their minds. That's why Angie and Lloyd Swartout purchased tickets to ride...
Read moreIf there's one constant, it's that we never know where life will take us. Alice Mayn of Petaluma, California was in her 60s when she...
Read moreJust when we think Kristen Bell couldn't be more of an angel, she does something else to make us love her even more. There are...
Read moreBeing a part of a community means having a safety net for when life doesn't go as planned. Not only are we there to support...
Read moreSome grown-ups have a way of bringing out the very best in kids, and they will continue to have a special place in those children's...
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