A 5-year-old girl only had one wish before she died, and that was to collect 10,000 toys for sick children. Years later, her memory lives on through the "Sassy Massey Smiles Foundation" created in her honor.
An 80-year-old man had a lifelong passion for dancing. However, circumstances prevented him from doing what he enjoyed with the woman he adored. His desire to dance again encouraged him to train and do something incredible, all for the sake of love.
When a man met the woman of his dreams, he immediately told her about his sister with Down Syndrome, Brittany. Years later, the couple decided to tie the knot and shared the delightful news with Brittany, followed by a heartwarming request that she couldn't refuse.
One little girl is changing the way the world views Down syndrome. Adopted by parents in America, the precious child is a blossoming young actress proving that nothing is impossible.
A mother's love for her child is unconditional and never-ending, defying all logic and rationality. The same was true for a single mom who set out to fulfill her promise to her baby boy years ago. Keep scrolling to read their inspirational story.
Parents want their children to feel safe, loved, and protected and won't hesitate to put their own lives on the line when necessary. A similar scenario unfolded in today's story where a selfless mother didn't think about her safety while pushing her daughter out of harm's way.
A mother was heartbroken when her daughter's hopes and dreams of going to the father-daughter dance with her dad were shattered. However, she raised her son well, and he stepped up when it was needed the most.
One father from Ohio wanted to help his children with Down Syndrome find purpose, so he did something heartwarming. Knowing his kids might struggle to find jobs, he devised a unique employment plan for them.
One man deserves the grandfather of the year award. He was selfless, and for his 60th birthday decided to get a gift that would allow him to make memories with those closest to him—his precious grandchildren.
A kind and loving father adored his two princesses. They were the light of his life, and when he discovered he wouldn't be around to see them graduate or get married, he made new memories with them every day. An organization helped them by arranging a night they would never forget.
When two youngsters met in elementary school, they developed a friendship that stood the test of time. Although they lost touch after sixth grade, their paths crossed years later, just in time for high school prom and the fulfillment of an extraordinary promise.
A woman was already a doting mom of three kids when she learned they had a newborn sibling. One day, she received a call from the hospital asking if she could look after the baby for two weeks. What happened next was something she had never seen coming.
A selfless bride chose to give the stage to her bridesmaid and ailing father during her supposed father-and-daughter dance, gaining her recognition and praise from many.
A mother had difficulty searching for the perfect way to tell her girls they had a new adoptive brother. After scouring the internet, she was on the brink of giving up when her husband suggested they place the baby under the Christmas tree. Keep reading to discover what happened next.
Heroes come in all shapes; this couldn't be more true for a little girl whose big brother pushed all fear aside and bravely weathered the fire that had engulfed their home. When asked what made him jump into action, he had the sweetest response.
Couples may age, and health issues may try to separate them, but that doesn't mean their love grows weary. One adorable duo from Birmingham, England, had people in tears as they embraced after five weeks apart.
In a profoundly heart-touching video, an elderly man was captured sharing a few precious moments with his great-great-grandchild. As he lay in his bed looking extremely fragile, he couldn't stop patting the baby, who kept gazing at him in complete adoration.
To fulfill his beloved mom's final wish, a devoted son brought her wheelchair to the dance floor at his wedding and lifted her for an emotional dance. There was no dry eye in the house as the duo swayed gently to the music, sharing priceless and unforgettable moments.
A five-year-old boy is being commended for his heroic efforts after his mother went into labor ahead of her expected due date. Because of him, his mother was able to give birth to a healthy baby boy.
A father's love is something that many children long for and cherish. One dad from Pennsylvania always made sure his kids knew he was proud of them, and when a life-altering diagnosis shocked his family, he did something heartwarming.
One Monday evening in December, a man was startled by a knock on the door—his neighbor's daughter had come to deliver something on her father's behalf. After thanking her, he took the package to his wife; when they saw what was inside, they couldn't control their emotions.
A granddaughter watched her grandparents as they wiped tears from their cheeks. She couldn't stand by as they experienced sadness and pain, so she took a photo and asked people online to help.
True love and devotion exist, and one man from Waikiki, Hawaii, embodied it perfectly. After his beloved wife passed away, he never stopped visiting her grave, bringing flowers as payback for all she did for him during their 72-year marriage.
After years of trying to get pregnant, a couple was surprised when they welcomed their miracle baby—a daughter. Two years later, their desire to grow their family was answered in a way they had never seen coming, leaving them at a severe loss for words.
A family's prayers were answered when their decades-long search finally ended. They had been looking for their abducted daughter for years, dreaming about the day they would see her again. When it finally happened, nobody could hold back their tears.
Only a handful of people experience love at first sight, and one couple from Martinsville, Virginia, was lucky enough to have it. Amid tragic and challenging circumstances in 2020, the duo made a brave and inspiring decision.
Twins from Haverhill, Massachusetts, shared an unbreakable bond and proved nothing could stop them from having fun. The brother and sister went to prom together and danced the night away.
In an astonishing turn of events, a young man saw an older woman working in a Walmart store and couldn't help but wonder about her circumstances. After learning that she could not retire because she needed to pay off her mortgage, he decided to remedy the situation.
A Detroit, Michigan, woman experienced life's highs and lows during her journey to motherhood. Amid her loss, there was a silver lining that led her to believe God had great plans for her little family.
Family ties are unbreakable and one grandfather from Edinburgh, Scotland, displayed his love for family in a heartwarming way. His granddaughter needed someone to walk her down the aisle, and the 101-year-old did not disappoint.
A couple was delighted to welcome their third child into the world. However, his hair color left them and their doctors at a loss for words. Mom Klaudia and dad Tamas loved baby Bence from the first moment they held him—and they immediately realized he was a special boy.
When the doctor told a woman her baby boy would be born without limbs, she was crushed and couldn't help but feel concerned and fearful for his future. Astonishingly enough, her son went on to defy all odds, taking his first steps as his family cheered him on.
When a woman discovered that her grandmother had missed out on a list of fun childhood activities, such as sitting on Santa's lap and attending prom, she decided to do something. Eighty years later, she surprised her grandma with a crown and a special invitation.
After her young daughter's soul-crushing diagnosis, a woman knew she wouldn't be able to see her walk down the aisle or attend other important occasions. Wanting to make her girl feel special all the same, the mother decided to give her an epic sendoff to her high school prom.
Before the judge announced the final decree at an adoption hearing, a five-year-old boy brought his mother to tears after he called her the best mom he's ever had.
A family of four from Colorado Springs was close-knit and loved spending time together. However, their world came to a standstill when sickness stole a father from his sons. Amid the pain, the boys never once cried about their dad's passing.
A confident four-year-old girl approached an 82-year-old widow at the grocery store, forming a life-long friendship that saved the old man from depression and from celebrating holidays alone.
After ten years of searching for one another and with more than a thousand miles between them, a mom from Alabama reunited with her biological daughter from Idaho after forty-two years of being apart.
A typical day became two parents' worst nightmare when they learned their son was injured. Thankfully, God was about to perform a great miracle—it was one the family would never forget.
A couple from Oregon is believed to have broken the American record for welcoming the oldest embryos resulting in a live birth. Already parents to four kids, the duo chose embryo adoption after expressing a desire to grow their family with as many babies as God wanted to give them.
The more, the merrier! A couple that's been married for 59 years just welcomed the birth of their 100th grandchild, and they couldn't be happier.
In a touching yet heart-shattering state of affairs, an elderly man was seen sitting next to a coffin, with a poignant sense of loss weighing on his heart and soul. Inside the casket lay the love of his life—someone with whom he had shared six decades of wedded bliss.
A cop from Mishawaka, Indiana, and his wife were excited when they adopted an eight-year-old girl. They had no idea that another little miracle was coming their way a few weeks later.
Fourteen years of a happily married life and four children later, a Canadian couple realized God was trying to tell them something. Following what their hearts said, the couple found themselves in another country, waiting to adopt a little boy with Down syndrome.
When a 10-year-old girl learned that her pregnant mother's water broke earlier than expected, she immediately dialed 911. However, instead of waiting for the first responders, the girl followed the dispatcher's instructions to help her mother give birth.
Teachers play a formative role in their students' lives, and often, the kids impact their caretakers just as much. An educator from Kansas adored the little ones in her class, so she included them in one of her most significant life milestones.
The bond between a father and daughter is a love unlike any other—one dad from Michigan proved this. He adored his precious child and never let her leave his home without giving her something special, so she knew how much she meant to him.
When a young boy was told he had a few days to live, he only had one thing on his mind — he wanted to hang on long enough to meet his baby sister. Despite the odds, he held his little sibling in his loving embrace and stayed with her until he couldn't do it anymore.
Children need their parents, and one man knew this. He asked his fiancé's daughter a life-changing question that left her sobbing with her head on his shoulder. The tear-jerking moment quickly went viral online, with countless people sharing their own emotional stories.
When a couple discovered that the coronavirus pandemic had impacted their big-day celebrations, they came up with a plan. Since they had already paid in advance, they swapped out their grand venue and decided to share the food with their local community.
