Author: Emily Nguyen Le
We wouldn’t advise you to ignore ear problems, no matter how small or big they are. Take a look at the various signs your ears send you when an issue appears. 1. Ear ringing For illustrative purposes only Ear ringing (Tinnitus) is one of the most common and least serious issues your ear health can suffer. It is usually caused by earwax buildup, loud noises, or physiological issues from where your skull meets your jawline. In other cases, it can be caused by menopause, Meniere’s disease, cardiovascular disease, and hypertension. If you experience ringing, buzzing, or clicking for a long…
At my father’s funeral, I expect to say goodbye. Instead, a mysterious woman in a wedding dress steps forward and reveals a love story frozen in time. By the time we got to the church, I couldn’t cry anymore. I’d spent a week doing just that, crying in the shower, crying over coffee, and crying into my mother’s shoulder. But at the funeral, standing in the hush of polished wood and lilies, I just… floated. For illustrative purposes only My name is Kate. Daniel was my father and on the day we laid him to rest, something extraordinary happened. At…
Family is where love begins and never ends. Get ready to smile, tear up, and feel all the emotions as you read these touching stories that prove family love truly has no limits. For illustrative purposes only Story 1 My sister was 2 at the time and barely spoke. Looked at me, and reached for my head. I leaned in, and she said while patting my hair: “Brothar, you aev susch a buutiful head” (tried to get that cute kid-accent through text). She’s 9 now, and we had lots of great moments, I think we’re really good siblings, but this…
A 9-year-old child lost his life after being pulled into floodwaters on his way to catch his school bus, raising safety concerns across his Kentucky community. On Friday morning, April 4, 2025, Gabriel Andrews and his older sister were walking to their regular pickup spot in the Hickory Hills area of Frankfort when he slipped and was swept away by fast-moving water. Gabriel Andrews | Source: Facebook/michelle.c.howard.106 The incident was reported at 6:35 a.m., and a large-scale emergency response was launched. Search crews located Gabriel’s body around 8:47 a.m., approximately half a mile from where he was last seen. The…
After my dad passed away, I thought the worst was behind me. I had no idea my stepmom and her grown kids were about to turn my period of grief into something much worse. But my mom showed up with the one thing they never saw coming. For illustrative purposes only After my parents split up, I stayed with my dad. Not because I didn’t love my mom. I did. But she was moving out of state, and I didn’t want to leave my school, my friends, or the room I’d grown up in. Both of my parents understood. When…
It’s almost been seventy years since Laika the space dog was sent to orbit the Earth on a tragically designed one-way trip. A friendly stray captured on the streets of Russia, Laika was thought to be around three-years-old when scientists declared her the perfect test animal for their space-based plans. The idea was that the terrier mix – whose original name was Kudryavka – would be launched into the atmosphere to help inform whether humans would survive an exploration attempt. The young pooch was praised for her nice nature and was forced to embark on weeks of space training –…
This happened today, and I’m still replaying it in my head. On my six-hour flight, I had booked an aisle seat because of my chronic back pain. But when I got to my row, a pregnant woman was already sitting there. For illustrative purposes only I showed her my ticket, expecting her to move. Instead, she sighed and admitted she had swapped seats with someone for more space. I explained that I needed the seat for medical reasons, but she just stared at me like I was being unreasonable. Her husband quickly jumped in, scolding me for not showing compassion.…
A father is meant to be a source of unconditional support—especially in our darkest moments. But for 23-year-old Allison, reality proved much different. Struggling to raise two children with no one else to turn to, she reached out to the one person she thought would never turn her away: her dad. Instead, she was met with cold refusal. This is Allison’s story: At 23, I became a single mother of 2 after losing my fiancé in a sudden accident. With no support system and barely making minimum wage, I found myself unable to pay for both rent and groceries. Desperate,…
When a spider appears in your home, it could be more than just a random visitor—it might be offering a subtle message about your life path or personal transformation. By exploring the deeper spiritual symbolism behind these tiny creatures, we can uncover powerful guidance for our journey of growth and self-discovery. For illustrative purposes only Spiritual Symbolism of Spiders in the Home Divine Messages and Life Lessons from House Spiders Spiders entering our personal spaces often carry spiritual messages and important lessons. Their presence can be a sign of guidance, encouragement, and wisdom meant to support your inner growth. 1.…
The look on my sister’s face when I dumped our grandmother’s jewelry on her coffee table in front of all her friends was priceless. Sophia had always gotten away with everything… until now. I never thought I’d have to write something like this. Families are supposed to protect and love each other. But sometimes, the people closest to you are the ones who can hurt you the most. I learned that the hard way. It all started with a phone call. For illustrative purposes only I was finishing up some work at home when my grandmother, Carol, called me. “Joyce,…