When my stepson was about three, he looked up at me with wide, curious eyes and said, “I love you.” I smiled and answered, “I love you too.” But then he added, with a softness I’ll never forget, “No… I mean I love you like you’re mine.” He didn’t understand labels—step, biological, half. He just … Read more
Children are naturally full of energy and creativity—sometimes leading to trouble, like when I once decorated my brother’s bunk bed with marker pens at age five. But for one group of kids in Surrey, UK, their creativity turned into something far more heroic. During an Easter egg hunt organized to raise money for a boy … Read more
Reba McEntire, now 69, grew up far from glamour. Born in 1955 in Oklahoma, she was raised on her family’s 8,000-acre ranch in tiny Chockie. From a young age, Reba was expected to work just like everyone else. By age five, she was steering her father’s truck through cattle fields. Her family was deeply rooted … Read more
I like to think of myself as someone who understands and respects all creatures—even spiders and snakes don’t bother me much. But ticks are where I draw the line. Unlike other creepy crawlies, ticks aren’t just annoying; they can be dangerous. They’re known carriers of illnesses such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, … Read more
Parents will do anything to protect their children, and for Celine Casey and her partner, that meant making a difficult decision for their newborn daughter, Vienna. When Vienna was born in April 2021 in the U.K., Celine immediately noticed a dark mark between her baby’s eyebrows. Doctors assured her it was harmless — a rare … Read more
At 14, I was so poor I pretended I’d forgotten my lunch because admitting the truth felt unbearable. My mom worked nights at a dry cleaner, rent barely survived, and my dad had disappeared years earlier. I hid in the library during lunch—hungry, embarrassed—until Ms. Grennan started leaving small snacks that slowly turned into full … Read more
Jim Carrey isn’t just a comedian—he’s a cultural icon. For many who grew up with Ace Ventura, The Mask, and The Truman Show, he was more than funny—he was electric. But behind the rubber-faced genius was a man fighting private battles. From Homeless Teen to Hollywood Star Jim’s childhood was filled with hardship. After his … Read more
Many people love stepping into a long, warm shower to relax, start the day, or wash away stress. It feels comforting and soothing, almost like a reset button. But what most don’t realize is that showering too often—especially with very hot water—can silently harm the skin’s natural balance. Our skin depends on protective oils and … Read more
Many people face questions and judgment when it comes to having children. Society often pressures couples to follow a traditional path—marriage, career, then kids. Those who don’t want children are questioned, while couples who are seen as “different” can face even harsher criticism when they decide to become parents. More than 20 years ago, Patti … Read more
When Lawrence walked through the door that evening, he instantly felt something was terribly wrong. His newborn son Aiden was crying louder than ever before, and his wife Claire sat at the kitchen island, drained and trembling. She told him Aiden had cried nonstop all day, no matter what she tried. Worried, Lawrence led her … Read more
