Walker Myrick always had a special connection with his twin brother, Willis. However, Walker never actually knew his brother. Willis had died in the womb at 24 weeks from twin to twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS). However, Walker visits his brother’s grave and talks to Willis. For instance, after Walker’s first day of kindergarten, he asked...
There is always more to a story than we realize. That’s why we should always be kind, because we might not know all the details. Whether you’re a mother, a father, or a son, or a daughter, kindness will always get you further than cruelty. Today’s story was inspired by the creative readers at AmoMama....
The Coca-Cola Company is recalling some of its Minute Maid products over potential metal contamination issues. The company initiated the recall after determining that certain “foreign objects” could appear in some of the drinks. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) site reported that these objects can be metal bolts or washers. They didn’t specify...
A Secret Life of Mom Highlight Story: Sometimes there are tales that are just too good, too beautiful, or too unbelievable to keep locked away. That’s why we scour the archives and bring some of them back to enjoy again. They may make you smile or shed a tear, but they’re always meant to add...
Friendsgiving is like thanksgiving, but instead of celebrating with family, you celebrate a day of thanks with your closest friends. It’s usually a very laid-back time, where jokes are said around the table. Instead of traditional family Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving is normally without fights or blood feuds. However, one woman’s Friendsgiving ended up breaking her heart...
In fairytales, the titles given to members of the royal family are always quite simple. The man is the king, the woman is the queen, and their children are princes and princesses. In real life, however, it is not so simple. Royal titles are complex and also not permanent. For example, when Queen Elizabeth passes...
In 2016 Wanda Dench and Jamal Hinton became unlikely friends when a Thanksgiving text went to the wrong person, and their story went viral. They have been celebrating the holiday together every year since and 2021 will be no exception. The Thanksgiving Text Backstory In 2016, Wanda Dench of Mesa, Arizona, sent her grandson a...
A mother is someone who fills the void anybody else creates in your life, but no one can fill the void of a mother passing away. If you lose your mom, there is no other who can take her place. Describing a mother’s love for her child is nearly impossible because no words seem to...
Walmart has urgently issued a product recall over an item that may be involved in two recent deaths in the United States. The product is their Better Homes and Gardens Essential Oil Infused Aromatherapy Room Spray with Gemstones. They say that they could be contaminated with bacteria that, in some cases, can cause serious illness...
It’s almost Halloween, and if there’s one thing everybody loves, it’s a creepy clown. What’s more wonderful and scary than a clown with sharp teeth and balloons? How about a clown with donuts! And these aren’t just any donuts. These are gourmet, extravagant, and contain flavors you won’t find at your average coffee and confectionary...
Whether you are a first-time mom to a newborn, or your child is already walking around and out of the diaper stage, we as parents all (or at least most of us) remember that stage of our babies’ lives. Yes, we are talking about those months or years where sleep was (or is) non-existent. That...
Do you think you could go 25 days without social media? If yes, you could win money for taking a technological detox. All Home Connections created this challenge where people can take a break from social media and possibly get paid $2,500. The application process closes on October 25, so sign up now if you’re...
