Meet Sparky, The 3-Legged Italian Greyhound Whose Goofy Photos Will Steal Your Heart.
Sparky has melted the hearts of thousands on Instagram with his adorable and hilarious photos, but his path to happiness was a bit bumpy. When...
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‘In ONE week, I’ve heard: ‘What’s wrong with her?’ ‘That’s so sad she has no arm.’: Special needs mom shares important reminder to teach inclusivity
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Aug 17, 2021
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Read more“We saw her hand and foot were different before they took her away.’: Mom to daughter with congenital limb difference vows ‘I wouldn’t have her any other way’
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Aug 15, 2021
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Read more‘She was BORN like that!’ My ‘superpowers’ were activated by his words.’: Mom with limb difference shares experiences, ‘You’ll help others just by being you’
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Aug 13, 2021
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Read more‘They decided amputation was best. NOTHING could have prepared me for adolescence.’: Amputee shares experiences with athletics and modeling, ‘My leg is a work of art’
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Aug 11, 2021
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Read more“It’s Just About Getting It Done.” Amputee Takes On England’s 3 Highest Peaks.
Kelsey Bjork |
Jul 20, 2021
Looks can be deceiving. You might think, for example, that having an amputated leg would slow Ben Lovell down, but that couldn't be further from...
Read more6-Yr-Old With No Arms Forms Sweetest Bond With Local Police Officer.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Jun 26, 2021
When Harrison Humphries grows up, he wants to be either a police chief or a detective. He's only 6 years old, but he's positive about...
Read more“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.” 4-Yr-Old With Prosthetic Leg Conquers Every Climb.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Jun 22, 2021
A 4-year-old with a limb difference is reminding us all that with hard work and determination, anything is possible. Antonella Funghetto was born with a...
Read more7-Yr-Old With Prosthetic Leg Falls Head Over Heels For Puppy With Missing Paw.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
May 21, 2021
Barb Felt has been breeding golden retrievers at Rolling Oak Goldens for over 40 years now, but she had never welcomed a litter quite like...
Read moreRival Cheer Squads Put Together Special Routine To Honor Teammate Who Lost Her Legs.
Corinne Sanders |
May 16, 2021
After everything Sarah Frei has been through in the last year, nobody would blame her for being angry at the world. Last summer, the high...
Read moreThis Relentless 16-Yr-Old Is Taking The Basketball World By Storm.
Kelsey Martin |
May 11, 2021
Some people view physical disabilities as an insurmountable challenge, while others see them as an opportunity. Sixteen-year-old Hansel Enmanuel is one of the latter! Instagram...
Read moreThis Adorable 2-Legged Dog Is Teaching Kids All About Acceptance And Kindness.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
May 9, 2021
Students in Paige Bradford's elementary classrooms are learning about love, compassion, and acceptance in a very paws-on way. The Alexandria, Virginia, special education teacher is...
Read moreMeant To Be: Toddler With No Hands Brings Home Perfect Puppy With Missing Paw.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
May 8, 2021
Vanessa McLeod was halfway through her pregnancy when doctors discovered that her daughter's arms and hands had not formed properly. They urged her to terminate...
Read moreDoctors Told This Man To Forget About CrossFit But Now He’s Taking It To Next Level.
Kelsey Martin |
Apr 17, 2021
Victor Assaf of Ecuador entered the world of CrossFit at the age of 20 thanks to his brother's encouragement, and he was immediately hooked. The...
Read more6-Yr-Old Breaks Into Tears Of Joy When She Finds Out She’s Getting A Bionic Arm.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Mar 7, 2021
Most kids who are Eloise Clark's age want things like a new bicycle or a puppy, but Eloise had a bigger item on her wish...
Read more13-Yr-Old Gymnast Defies The Odds And Earns Golden Buzzer With Stunning Routine.
Kelsey Martin |
Mar 5, 2021
Giorgia Greco just got one of the coveted "Italia's Got Talent" Golden Buzzers. Her defining feature? She's a breathtakingly beautiful gymnast! The 13-year-old from Milan began...
Read moreParalympic Medalist Drops Everything To Encourage 2-Yr-Old Trying Out 1st Prosthetic.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Jan 5, 2021
The amazing thing about being a trailblazer is that you get to help others follow in your footsteps! Blake Leeper knows a thing or two...
Read moreThis 16-Yr-Old Ballerina With No Arms Is Proving Everything Is Possible.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Dec 29, 2020
It's all too easy to make excuses for why we can't accomplish our goals, but a young dancer who doesn't have arms is reminding us...
Read moreGary Sinise Foundation Builds Adaptive Home For Veteran Who Lost His Leg.
Corinne Sanders |
Dec 13, 2020
If anyone deserves to have their life made easier, it's retired Staff Sgt. Rico Roman. While he was serving his country, Roman faced many hardships,...
Read moreLifeguard Throws Off Prosthetic Leg To Rescue Stranger From Sinking Car.
Corinne Sanders |
Dec 5, 2020
Anthony Capuano of New Jersey lost his leg in an accident 12 years ago, but he's proud to say it's never held him back. The...
Read more18-Yr-Old With No Arms Inspires World With Her Drive To Succeed.
Corinne Sanders |
Dec 5, 2020
Donavia Walker of Winter Haven, Florida, doesn't have arms, but she's spent her entire life proving she doesn't need them! The 18-year-old was born with...
Read moreInsurance Won’t Cover Mechanical Engineer’s Prosthetic Hand, So He Designs His Own!
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Nov 10, 2020
Back when he was a 17-year-old high school student, Ian Davis built a mechanical hand for a school project. Little did he know his invention...
Read moreDog With Deformed Legs Tries On Prosthetics For 1st Time — And Takes Off Running!
Corinne Sanders |
Oct 16, 2020
Dogs are some of the most resilient creatures out there, and Halo is no exception. Born with no front feet and a deformed back leg,...
Read moreTattooist Changes Lives For Cancer Survivors And Amputees With Realistic Body Art.
Ashley Ziegler |
Sep 14, 2020
Tattoo artist Eric Catalano originally went into the industry to create works of art for people who wanted some interesting ink on their skin. But...
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