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Promissory Note of Compassion: How a Teacher’s Kindness Rewrote Two Lives

My mother was a high school teacher, known for her stern lectures in class or her serious demeanor when imparting wisdom. Not only were her students intimidated by her, even the parents feared her as well. It was 15 years ago. Just before the Lunar New Year, due to financial difficulties at home, my mother ...

Max Lu

Wooden blocks with the words 'promissory note.'

The Enchanting Tale of ‘Miss Monkey’ and the Echoes of Karma

In the lush countryside of Southern Thailand, a tale as old as time whispers the profound truths of karma and the unexpected beauty that can emerge from it. This is the story of a young woman, affectionately known as “Miss Monkey,” whose life narrative offers a poignant reflection on actions and consequences, a theme that ...

Max Lu

Dusty leaf monkey in a National Park in Thailand.

A Mother’s ‘Revenge’: Turning Adversity Into Strength

In a small village, there lived a family that was often at the mercy of their neighbors’ hostility. The father, a gentle soul, was frequently bullied by the villagers, leaving the mother and family to fend off the aggression as best they could. The most severe of these bullies were the neighbors across the street, ...

Mikel Davis

Man's hand reaching out to the horizon where the sun is rising over a field with rolling hills.

The Wisdom of Mr. Yin: A Tale of Redemption and Renewal

During the Qing Dynasty, an older man surnamed Yin in Jixi County, Anhui Province, had a close relationship with Mr. Liu. Before Mr. Liu died, he entrusted his son to Mr. Yin. After growing up, Mr. Liu’s son had an unsettled mind, wandered outside all day, had a bad character, and spent his days drinking, ...

Tatiana Denning

Three dice.

How One British Man’s Acts of Kindness Are Inspiring Others

Amidst a world entirely of doubt, Sebbie Hall’s story shines a light of hope, showing how kindness can change things. Sebbie was born and raised in the charming town of Lichfield in Staffordshire. It is a fantastic story of how she became the most excellent person in the UK. This article will tell more of ...

Viena Abdon

Sebbie Hall.

How a Mother and Daughter Sparked a Movement for Good

Texas mother-daughter duo Christyn and Rebecca Taylor received the 2023 Points of Light Award from three former presidents in a poignant tribute to their advocacy. Their remarkable journey revolves around their movement to support children battling pediatric pancreatitis. This article will tell you more about Rebecca’s inspiring story and how she lights up hope for ...

Viena Abdon

Rebecca Taylor.

The Love Story of Zhang Hongchi and Wang Xiuzhu Embraced 3 Generations (Part 2)

In 1961, Wang Xiuzhu confided in her sister that she lacked education and feared being looked down upon by her husband in the future. She began self-studying and sought employment in Beijing. After several attempts, the local office arranged for her to work at a sewing factory. She resolutely brought her parents-in-law to Beijing to ...

Emma Lu

A sewing machine.