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In an airport lounge somewhere, celebrity wildlife conservationist Robert Irwin enjoyed a delicious meal of salad and doughnuts. Does one cancel out the other? Watch the video to find out.

“Mmm,” Irwin said, scarfing down some salad. “Very important to remember the body is a temple. The body is a temple, so you have to make sure you’re keeping a really good balance.”

He then reached into a Krispy Kreme sack and pulled out a lovely-looking chocolate creme-filled doughnut. 

“That,” he said, pointing to the salad, “cancels out that,” he said, pointing to the donut, before erupting in laughter. 

It’s a funny joke because it is so obviously untrue. Robert’s funny demonstration is a nice reminder not to take life too seriously. And even if you’re a health nut, having a doughnut every now and then won’t kill you. Sometimes, you can have a nutritious, healthy meal and something sweet after. 

Robert Irwin's Playful Personality Keeps His Father's Legacy Alive

It’s nice to see celebrities like Robert let loose and be silly like this. The wildlife conservationist has grown up under the public eye as he follows in the footsteps of his father, Steve Irwin, the beloved Crocodile Hunter who died from a freak stingray accident when Robert was a toddler. 

Robert is so much like his father. Not only does he look like him, but Robert has a natural ability to entertain audiences and make people smile with his goofiness and love for animals. Robert is so often joyful in his videos, whether he’s holding an animal or making jokes like this.

Besides being the Crocodile Hunter’s only son, Robert is also known for his work at Australia Zoo, where he continues his family’s legacy. He shares educational videos and shows people how to have respect for animals, too. 

While salad and doughnuts might not actually cancel each other out, Robert's creative combination certainly delivers a healthy serving of laughter!

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Prepare to be inspired by kindness and support. Watch as a police officer steps in to help a 15-year-old complete a marathon.

The news report shares how a 15-year-old decided to run an LA marathon alongside 20,000 people. Suddenly, a police officer is shown stepping in to help the boy complete the race. Sergeant Jay from the LAPD was helping with the race and noticed the boy fell down around mile 26. They checked on him, and he was going to be alright. The boy shared that he wanted to finish the race, so the officer and his sister are shown in a clip holding him up, walking arm in arm to assist him in completing the marathon. 

Teen Runner's Determination Inspires an Officer and His Community

The policeman shares in the interview how proud he is of the young man and what he would say to him if he could see him. Sergeant Jay is so inspired that he says he might even run the marathon the next year because of the impact this boy had upon him. 

The boy’s name is revealed as Leobardo. His mother says that they are very proud of him and how grateful they are to those who helped him. It is not easy to complete a marathon at any age, but it is very rare for a 15-year-old to finish this difficult race. Seeing this boy’s determination and stamina reminds us of the abilities and strength that God gives to us and how we can accomplish amazing things with the help of God. Watching this video can remind us of running the race of faith in life alongside other believers who help us along the way. There is such a blessing in Christian community.

“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” Hebrews 12:1

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A little girl assists her dad in photographing a wedding and brings him to tears. It is so sweet to see how proud he is of her daughter. Watch the video to see his daughter excitedly do her first photography job.

The well-known wedding photographer, Jerome Cole, shared photos and clips on his Instagram of his young daughter, Aisha, taking photos and arranging things the way she wanted them for the photos. He also shared the photos she took, which look absolutely amazing and highly professional. 

It’s so cool to see a young kid like this take the job so seriously. The way she holds the camera, the buttons she pushes… She knows what she is doing. 

“Should I retire? Aisha, almost 10, has been eager to join me in shooting a wedding for ages, she asks me every week!” Jerome said. “Sunday, with Jelena & Dragan’s big day, we took the leap. Our secret hand signals and her professionalism were something else. Seeing her photos, I couldn’t help but tear up. Proud dad moment.”

Proud Dad Watches His Daughter Follow in His Footsteps

It’s so cute to see Aisha following in her father’s footsteps, and it is so sweet to learn that it brought her father to tears. 

“So this is how kids see us. I love it," someone commented on the post. Another said, “Oh, she sees such beauty in the world!! She will let you retire so proud and happy for sure!” 

What makes this so special is that Aisha isn't just playing around with a camera. She is using skills she learned from her dad and getting to experience the same passion he feels for photography. It must have been an incredibly rewarding experience for Jerome to watch his daughter confidently do her first photography gig. This is likely the beginning of a beautiful photography career for Aisha.

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A single 12-year-old collects 30,000 diapers for families in need. It is just incredible. A volunteer at Nourish Phoenix since she was just 7, 12-year-old Sloan Petty has a huge heart for families. Watch the video to see how she received donations of over 30,000 diapers for the Arizona charity.

Nourish Phoenix provides food, clothes, and, thanks to Sloane, diapers to families who really need them. Sloane was able to rally around her friends, family, and neighbors to get diapers for those in need. 

It is just incredible that a middle schooler could do all of this. Sloan shows that she is every bit her name. The meaning of the name “Sloan” is “mobilizer.” She is a leader who motivates and mobilizes people for good causes, and it is so touching to see. 

“If we have the ability to give people something that they may not have or need, it’s really important to do that,” Sloane says. 

Young Girl's Compassion Inspires a Community to Give Back

In her first year of collecting diaper donations, Sloane received over 7,000 diapers, and it’s grown every year through sloansdiaperdrive.org. 

Nourish Phoenix said, “Diapers are one of our most requested items, making Sloan’s passion project an invaluable resource for the families we serve. Thank you, Sloan!”

Sloan’s efforts just go to show that even kids can make a huge difference. Most children aren’t given the time, opportunities, and encouragement to bless others in this capacity, so it is great that Sloan can do this. 

 It’s great that Sloan has loving, supportive parents behind her who help make her dreams of helping people come true. They recognized that she loves helping others and helped her make this drive possible. It’s wonderful. 

"For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." Ephesians 2:10

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These parents have such a heartfelt response to their daughter's medical school scholarship, and it is so sweet to see. They could not believe their ears when their daughter told them the news. Watch the video to see their reaction.

When Sophia Barnum told her parents that she got into the Duke University School of Nursing with a scholarship that would cover 75% of her tuition, her dad threw his hands over his head and walked away in disbelief before he turned back to hug her. Meanwhile, her mother held her hands to her face and cried happy tears.

“I would not be here if it wasn’t for their unconditional love and support,” Sophia said.

Proud Parents Celebrate Their Daughter's Incredible Achievement

The video of their reaction went viral on TikTok with over 50k views. It’s easy to see why—this reaction is so sweet and authentic. Their pride and happiness in their daughter is so evident; you can almost feel it as you watch their heartfelt reaction to the news. 

Duke’s School of Nursing is highly prestigious. It is ranked as the No. 4 school of nursing in the U.S. and is rated the No. 3 school for a nursing master's degree in the U.S. It’s a big deal to get such a huge scholarship to go there. 

Sophia is very lucky to have parents who want so much for her and celebrate with her in big moments like this one. It is so beautiful to see this family’s reaction.

This shows how her educational journey was a shared effort in her family. She didn’t do anything alone, and I’m sure her parents are honored to be so involved in their daughter’s life. A scholarship like this is incredible all on its own, but Sophia getting to share the win with her parents makes it all the more special. 

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This song comes from many scriptures about God's faithfulness to us. here's just a few. Be blessed. Psalm 23: 1 - 6 Psalm 84: 11 - 12 Isaiah 43: 1 - 2 John 14: 18 - 21 Romans 8: 28 - 32 Philippians 4: 4 - 7 & 19 Hebrews 13: 5 - 6

One proud father screams and jumps for joy after his son was accepted to his dream school in New York. In this viral video, you can see Craig Allen Cooper and his son, Joshua Cooper, celebrate with pure excitement as they learn about the huge accomplishment. What a special moment between this father and son.

“There aren’t words, there’s deep emotion,” said Craig. “And I think it gets expressed in moments like that and then just in tears when I go, 'Man, he did it.” So yeah, I’m really, really proud of my boy and I’m excited to see, you know, what happens in his life. He pursued his dreams.”

Joshua Cooper was accepted early decision into New York University's Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music. This was his dream program, which he had set his sights on since visiting the campus at age 14. He also received a major scholarship to help cover the cost of his tuition.

“My passion is [music] production. I love that. I also write songs, and I sing them,” Joshua shared. “But my main focus is on producing for other artists.”

A Father's Unwavering Support Makes His Son's Dream Even Sweeter

Before seeing his acceptance to NYU, Joshua knew he wanted to share that experience with his family.

“I was working at the time that it came out. So I decided to just lock my phone in my car, and I didn’t even pull it out of my glove box driving home, because I wanted to find out with my family,” shared Joshua.

It is such a wonderful moment to see shared between these two – a dad jumping up and down, screaming with excitement, and his son smiling from ear to ear before breaking down in happy tears.

“He pursued his dreams and, you know, he’s going after it,” said Craig. “And I think that’s something, that’s a message, you know, for the world and an example for the world, you know, go after it. You’re going to fall down a bunch, you know, but he keeps getting right back up and pursuing it. And I am so excited and happy for him.”

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The Today Show gets a visit from Hoda Kotb's daughter and her first-grade class, and it is the cutest episode we’ve ever seen. The first grader and her whole class got to wave pom-poms and wear Hoda & Jenna T-shirts. Watch the video to see how special it is.

Hoda’s daughter, Hailey, got to be with her whole class for field trip day, and everyone on set was just delighted. Even her two teachers got to be there, too. 

When Hoda asked the group if it was the best field trip they’ve ever had, the little kids jumped up and down, screaming, “Yes! Yes! Yes!” 

Hoda’s co-host, Jenna Bush-Hager, joked, “Hoda’s now the most popular mom in the whole school. Let’s do a field trip where we just get on television.”

Hoda's Daughter and Classmates Share Their Funniest Wishes

When the hosts got on the topic of a no-rules day, they revealed that they wouldn’t implement that in their own household, as LeBron James did with his 9-year-old, but they know their kids would love it. 

Jenna asked all of Hailey’s class what they would do if they had a day with no rules. 

“I would watch all the TV I want! Bluey!” Hailey said. One boy said, “I would play on my tablet all day!” Another said, “I would buy whatever I want!” while another said, “I would eat all the candy I wanted!” 

The little kids brought so much energy and enthusiasm to the show. It must have been an exciting opportunity for them—a truly one-of-a-kind field trip experience, all thanks to Hoda. It is so fun that Hoda has a cool job where she can bring her child and her whole class on live TV. The children absolutely loved it, and so did Jenna and Hoda! This is a memory that they will never forget. 

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On one not-so-normal day in the classroom, a soldier's surprise homecoming leaves his younger brother absolutely overwhelmed with joy and tears. The brothers were so happy to be together again. Play this video to see the sweet moment between them.

The younger brother, Tristan, was sitting at his high school lunch table when his older brother, Jake, still in his military uniform, came and leaned on Tristan’s shoulder. 

Tristan slowly turned to see who had touched him, and his face lit up when he saw who it was. “Jake!” he shouted. He laughed in delight before he burst into tears, hugging him. The last time the brothers had seen each other was three years ago. 

An Emotional Reunion Shows the Unbreakable Bond Between Brothers

They were clearly so happy to be together again after so long. It must be so touching for Jake to see that Tristan loves him and missed him so much while he was away. He can be assured that his presence means a great deal to him. 

Seeing a bond like this is so touching. You can’t help but feel something tug at your heart as you watch them. Three years is such a long time for two close siblings to be apart. It is hard to imagine someone you love being gone for that long, but it’s good that Tristan and Jake have been strong through it. 

Hopefully, their relationship and bond are stronger than ever before after enduring so much distance. Moments like this are a great reminder of how precious relationships are. Only a deep relationship with someone can evoke such a deep and sweet reaction like this one, and there is a kind of power in that. These brothers show that time can’t erase deep bonds like love. It’s a beautiful moment. 

“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.” Proverbs 17:17

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There are two teenagers who used kindness to make a difference in the world, and it’s a wonderful thing. These two boys have beautiful hearts. Watch the video to see their love for others. 

The two boys, best friends James Jansen and Krish Reddy, have been involved in a nonprofit, Kids for Peace, since they were little, just 8 years old. They’re now 15 and have known each other since they were in pre-K. They do everything together—including spreading love and kindness.

They’re leaders in the organization, which partners with children in many countries, to make the world a better place. 

It is so sweet to see two teen boys working hard to make a difference. They aren’t out sitting at home, addicted to their phones, or smoking things they shouldn't—they are making a difference in people’s lives. They spend their afternoons with senior citizens, making kindness posters and fundraising to build schools in places like Kenya. 

What Drives Them to Make a Difference

"We're all connected, and at the end of the day, all of us are living in the same world, and we all need each other,” Krish said. 

James said, "It doesn't have to be a grand gesture every time, when I really think, it's the small things that will end up making a difference in the world.”

The boys lead a back-to-school drive for the students at the school in Kenya, which they plan to visit soon. Kids for Peace also helped achieve the Guinness World Record for the biggest collage of handprints. It also recognizes companies that foster kindness and make positive differences in the world. 

It is an incredible thing that these boys and other kids would choose to spend their time helping others. If more parents helped get their children involved in things like this, then maybe the world would be a better place. 

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Get ready for the tissues and happy tears. See this heartwarming first meeting between a 101-year-old and his great-great-granddaughter.

At the start of this video, an elderly man is seated in a rocking chair with a blindfold around his eyes. A man and his wife are seen next to him with a newborn baby in her arms. Everyone is excited, and flashes of pictures being taken shine in from the background. The caption reveals that Lex, the mother, never thought that she would get to see the day when her grandfather, Dewey, met her baby girl, Millie. 

The husband removes the blindfold, and they tell the great-grandfather that the baby is over to the right. He turns and says, “Sweetie, what in the world are you doing?” Everyone laughs. He touches his great-granddaughter for the first time. He gives her the most precious kiss and celebrates getting to

meet her. The mother passes the baby to the patriarch, and he holds this new life.

The Power of Family in Our Life

Dewey becomes overwhelmed with emotions as he holds the baby and tears up. He is so sweet, talking to the baby girl as she cries, and the proud parents help him to hold her. It is an incredible moment that many people never experience, to have four generations in one room. 

Seeing this clip will remind us of the gift of family. God has blessed us with the generations, and we can celebrate what He does to faithfully continue family lines into future generations. Watching this man experience holding his great-granddaughter is an unforgettable moment, and we are blessed to get a glimpse of it. Be in awe and imagine being in this special moment with this adorable family.

“We will not hide them from their descendants; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and the wonders he has done.” Psalm 78:4

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It’s always a beautiful thing to celebrate lasting love. And that’s exactly what actress Jennifer Garner did when she shared a sweet post on social media about her parents’ wedding anniversary. And the lovely picture of the couple is sure to make you smile!

Jennifer Garner posted on her Instagram page: “Happy 59th anniversary to my incredibly sweet and loving parents. Thank you, Mom and Dad, for giving my sisters and me such a secure, happy start to life.”

What a heartwarming tribute to the pair that raised her! It is so wonderful to see a long-lasting and thriving marriage celebrated. The legacy of this type of love has ripple effects for generations to come. And Jennifer Garner knows what a gift it is to have grown up witnessing a love like this.

“Beautiful just like their daughter. They must be so proud,” one person comments on Instagram after seeing the anniversary post.

“Wow…Happy Anniversary! Getting to 59 years together isn't easy, but even better is the way they look at each other, still in love. God Bless your parents,” writes another person online.

More About Garner’s Parents

Jennifer Garner's parents are William John Garner, also known as Billy or Billy Jack, and Patricia Ann Garner, who also goes by Pat.

Pat has become quite the social media star thanks to Jennifer Garner’s pretend cooking show. Jennifer shares videos on her Instagram of cooking with her mom in the kitchen, and the little tidbits that they share are so adorable.

“Gotta reveal our sweaters,” Jennifer says in a video she shared, where she and her mom are wearing coordinating sweaters with phrases on them. “‘I’m hardly ever without buttermilk.’ A quote made famous by Pat Garner herself,” says Jennifer as she points to the design on her mom’s sweater.

Happy anniversary to the lovely couple!

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Check out this amazing story of a wallet lost more than 60 years ago, finally returned to the family it belongs to. With luck and social media on their side, the people who found the lost wallet were able to locate who exactly it belonged to and return it.

The extraordinary story starts inside an old movie theater, with owners Chris and Nicole Escobar.

“We discovered a little piece of the wall fell out right here in this corner, and then we saw this space behind the wall that no one knew about,” shared Chris Escobar.

Chris looked into the dusty space and found an old wallet filled with memories. What a special find!

“This wallet was really a time capsule. It was chock-full of everything from receipts and insurance cards and library cards,” explained Chris.

Finding the Owner

All the cards pointed to the owner of the wallet – a Mrs. Roy Culbreth. She had lost her wallet at the movie theater in 1958 while on a date with her husband.

“I immediately did a Google search and was able to find Roy Culbreth’s obituary, and from there we were able to find out that his wife’s name was Floy, which was so adorable, Roy and Floy,” said Nicole Escobar.

Chris went on and shared how they were able to locate the family to give them back the wallet. 

“Went to social media, we’re able to actually get in touch with them, and share some photos so that it was not like, ‘Hey, this is a weird thing, but here, we think we found something that belongs to your family,” said Chris.

Floy Culbreth died in 2005 at age 87, but her family was so happy to be reunited with the lost wallet.

“Opening up the contents and just absolutely seeing so much of Mother in there was overwhelming,” shared Thea, the daughter of Floy. “I mean, it was her library card - she loved to read - and I remember as a little girl going to the library with Mother. It’s brought so many memories back that we haven’t thought about in so long.”

What a gift it has been to Floy’s family, to have her wallet, lost more than 60 years ago and filled with memories of her, back in their possession.

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The infamous 'Miracle on the Hudson' heroes reunite after 15 years. Over a decade ago, Captain

Chesley Sullenberger and his co-pilot made an emergency landing on the Hudson River, saving the lives of over 150 people. Watch the video to see him recall the day he saved 150 people. 

That day over 15 years ago, the plane hit a flock of birds in flight and lost thrust. As New Yorkers below saw the plane on fire, looking like it would soon crash, emergency workers began to get phone calls. Meanwhile, the NYPD scuba team put their gear on, ready for anything. 

When Captain Sully realized he didn’t have enough altitude or speed to make it to LaGuardia Airport. He quickly chose the least bad option to land—the wide, flat Hudson River. Sully safely and skillfully landed in the water, where passengers escaped. 

The Rest Is History

The scuba team was there, in a chopper, to help them out of the frigid water, which was a mere 36°. Miraculously, everyone survived.

The captain reunited with the dive team and thanked them for playing a role in saving lives that day. It wasn’t just divers who helped the people out of the water. There were lots of people—private boats, ferries, and various emergency responders. 

One of the divers, Robert Rodriguez, said, “It's probably the first time collectively a bunch of people from different industries did a gut check and said, ‘I'm going to act bravely in this moment.’ I know I had some fear in the helicopter that day, but I said, ‘This is what you've been tasked to do. This is your job, so swallow it and try to save whoever you can.’”

The landing was so extraordinary that filmmakers made a movie about the pilot and the plane landing, called “Sully,” in 2016. It’s certain that the people who helped to save those passengers will never be forgotten. 

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Jennifer Hudson tears up when guests thank her for her kindness, and it is such a sweet moment. Her staff put together many videos from people on the show she’s helped. They thanked her and explained how she changed their lives, which brought her to tears. Play the video to see it.

“This show has been one of the most rewarding times of my life,” Jennifer said, after watching the video while on her show. “And I am thankful for every one of y’all,” she said to the audience.

She had to take a tissue out and wipe her eyes after that. 

Her Drive to Make a Difference

Jennifer helps people in a multitude of ways, not just through having guests on her show. She recently partnered with Warner Bros. Discovery to support the No Kid Hungry Initiative and raise money for over 200,000 meals to give to children in need. Her website is currently accepting donations for the initiative. 

She’s helped lots of other charities, too, including those fighting AIDS and human trafficking. 

“Any time you’re helping someone is very important and, of course, when children are involved,” she said. “I feel like your celebrity is not about the fortune or the fame. But if you can’t help anyone, then it’s in vain, it’s pointless.”

She created the Julian D. King Gift Foundation to help children in poverty. Julian was her nephew, who was murdered in a case of domestic violence. The foundation provides children all over the Chicago area with free school supplies because Julian loved school. 

It’s wonderful that a celebrity like Jennifer does so much to help those in need. She has a pure hear,t and she clearly wants to share what she has. She has such a deep love for others that is unique to her. Hopefully, her actions are inspiring others to be generous, too. 

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Get ready to watch some good news reported from East Idaho. An officer goes to great lengths to return money to the right person.

At the start of the video, Caitlyn came to the courthouse a week prior, and she pulled her keys out of her pocket, and a $5 bill fell out of her pocket. She shares how she did not think much about it. Suddenly, she tells of how this morning, Deputy Hall returned it to her in person. She shares about how nice it was for him to go review the footage after he found the money and watched for her return to give her the money back. 

It's an Impactful Story on the Power of Character

She says that she assumed she spent the money on a coffee, and the officer joked that she could go get her coffee now. Their team decided to do a new report called Feel Good Friday with him. They are shown going towards the courthouse to find Deputy Hall to give him a surprise Texas Roadhouse and Amazon gift cards. The deputy comes out, and Caitlyn tells him that this is no emergency and she wanted to thank him for giving her the $5 back. She wanted to ask why he kept it. He shares that his goal was to be honest and that $5 is a lot of money to some people.

They ask him if he has done this before, and he says that they watch the cameras and things come up where they return. The news anchors shake hands with Deputy Hall and are able to thank him. It is an encouraging story about character and honesty in a world that is tainted.

“But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.” James 3:17

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Prepare for a relieving moment caught on a security camera. See as a woman shares a heart-warming reunion with a stolen dog following a robbery.

You hear how a sweet woman lost her dog due to a flash flood at her doggie daycare just three months ago. Now, there is camera footage from her front porch of a man stealing her new dog in broad daylight. She is shown in tears over her Frenchie named Hendricks. 

Teffiny is emotional about the loss of her first dog, Memphis. The DC resident was given a three-month-old puppy to cheer her up. Unfortunately, in a clip from her front porch, you see Teffiny walking up her porch steps with her pup and a man coming up to tell her that she needed to hand over the dog as he held a taser at her and told her if she didn’t give him the dog that he would kill her.

How She was Reunited with Her Dog

The police worked hard to put out information, and thankfully, a woman came forward who said that a man on the street sold her the dog for $900. She brought the pup to the police, and they were able to help Teffiny and Hendricks reunite. It is a happy moment that many people with missing or stolen pets do not receive.

This woman shares a heart-warming reunion with a stolen dog following a robbery. Teffiny still has questions about why this happened, and this special education teacher decided to move somewhere that she can feel safe. Thankfully, they are both together again.

This horrible event will break your heart as to why someone would be so cruel. This world is full of all kinds of evil, but the Lord is faithful in preserving people and animals. You can tell that Teffiny is a wonderful dog mom, and she takes good care of Hendricks. It is so encouraging to see a happy ending. 

“You, LORD, preserve both people and animals.” Psalm 36:6

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Get ready to celebrate love with this adorable engagement. This is a powerful love story. See as a young man with Down syndrome goes viral with a sweet marriage proposal.

Lucia Romano and Matthew Schwab were high school sweethearts who both have the diagnosis of Down syndrome. They have not allowed their chromosomal differences to stop them from experiencing the fullness of life in every area. The couple is seen at an awareness gala for Down syndrome. Suddenly, Matthew is shown getting down on one knee in front of Lucia, she is in complete shock.

Matthew is a TED talker, and he gives quite a sweet proposal to Lucia about her being beautiful and kind. He talks about how she makes him laugh and helps him to be a better person. She tells him that her response is a yes, and they hug and kiss. It is so wonderful watching how happy both of them are and how thrilled they are to be committed to marriage. It is inspiring how the two are helping each other achieve their dreams with patience and hope. 

This is a Great Reminder of the Blessing of Marriage

Watching how this young man with Down syndrome goes viral with a sweet marriage proposal will remind you of the blessing of marriage. Also, the extraordinary gift of having people in your life who support you and whom you can encourage. This is why God did not design man to be alone, He intended community from the beginning. Even though this couple has unique challenges, watching their love and support will inspire us all. 

As you ponder the love and joy that this couple has for one another, may it bless your day. Our Creator is writing so many beautiful stories that model His unfailing love around the world every day.  

“The Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.” Genesis 2:18

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This video is about stroke recovery and finding joy. It describes a journey of aphasia recovery with the support of family.

A woman running a food pantry for school children is surprised with gifts, and it’s a wonderful little surprise. She worked as a school secretary at AH Bush Elementary School in Idaho Falls for 16 years, and even though she’s retired, she still runs the food pantry for children who might need to take home food for the weekend. Watch the video to see a little bit of the blessing she gives come back her way. 

East Idaho News set up a fake emergency meeting to get the woman, Patrice, to come to the school so they could surprise her. It’s so sweet to see this Idaho woman running a food pantry, surprised with gifts–a restaurant and an Amazon gift card, which she said she will use for the food pantry. 

“I don't want them hungry on the weekends,” Patrice said of the kids at the school and why she created the pantry. “I want them to go home and have kid-friendly food that they can prepare themselves. And their families are

welcome to come and shop here with us, just take whatever they want.”

How Patrice Is Helping Where She Can

According to the Idaho Food Bank’s website, there are 84,750 food-insecure children in the state of Idaho. So Patrice is helping fill a big need that some families have. 

“I retired, and then they just kind of called and said we need someone to help with thi,s no one's no one's doing it,” Patrice said. “We worked long and hard to get it set up, and I didn't want it to go to waste. So my kind sister Penny and my husband Pete and all of our kids come [and help].”

It is wonderful that a news station got wind of this woman running the food pantry and surprised her with gifts. Hopefully, the pantry has all the help it needs now. 

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