Michael and his daughter Mary were very close. Their connection was special, and Michael always tried to be not only a father to his daughter but also a friend. When Mary was only five years old, Michael died, leaving a deep void in the girl’s heart. At the funeral, amid tears and grief, Mary decided to hug her beloved dad one last time, hoping that this moment would forever remain in her memory. Michael was born into a poor family and, from an early age, dreamed of changing his life. He worked on construction sites and sold fruit in markets…
Author: town gist
Edward’s mother, Lily, died mysteriously in her sleep, leaving him in deep shock and bewilderment. Edward’s father, Mark, decided not to find out the cause of death and bury Lily the next day, ignoring his son’s persistent questions. Edward could not believe what had happened and was full of anger and dissatisfaction. He didn’t understand how his father could let this tragedy go so easily without a medical examination. Edward was determined to find out the truth about his mother’s death, even if it meant digging up her grave.The next morning, Edward arrived at the cemetery, full of determination. He…
Margot and Denis met at the institute, where they studied together at the Faculty of Journalism. Their romance began with crazy evenings spent discussing books and dreams for the future. They were young, full of hope and confidence that their love could overcome any difficulties. After graduation, they decided to get married, and their wedding was a real holiday: lush flowers, smiles of friends, and promises they made to each other. The first months after the wedding were full of happiness and joy. However, changes soon began to occur in their lives. Denis, who used to be cheerful and sociable,…
Michael Johnson woke up early that morning, a smile lighting up his face. He glanced at the clock beside his bed and saw that he still had time to prepare the perfect surprise for his son Kevin, who was turning 10 that day. Chicago was just beginning to wake up, and as always, the city seemed to promise a day full of possibilities. He tiptoed downstairs, trying not to make any noise to avoid waking Kevin, who was still asleep. In the kitchen, he started to prepare a special breakfast: pancakes with maple syrup, scrambled eggs, and bacon—Kevin’s favorites. As…
A year ago, thirty-five-year-old Stephanie Smith gave birth to a son named Isaiah. When the baby was born, her whole life was filled with love and happiness. Mother and son spent days together, rejoicing in each other and savoring every moment. However, their happy fairy tale didn’t last long. Three months later, a spot appeared on the boy’s skin, turning their joy into a nightmare. The rash grew larger each day, and Isaiah’s skin reacted painfully to new smells, breaking and bleeding. Doctors diagnosed the boy with a severe form of eczema and prescribed topical steroid ointments. Initially, these treatments…
Zhenya woke up every morning, covered with dirty blankets and cardboard, which served as a temporary shelter from the cold wind. She didn’t remember how she ended up on the street, nor did she know how long it had been since her life had been turned upside down. The only thing that remained in her heart was her love for little Maxim, her son. She sang him lullabies every day to calm him down and give him hope for the best. In the morning, Zhenya stood up, trying to gather her strength. She knew she had to find food for…
The saying, “We don’t value what we have until we lose it,” can be applied to many things in life. For some train conductors in Tulsa, Oklahoma, it was their friendship with a little girl named Rio, who waved to them every day from the window of a building next to the railroad tracks. Three years after the start of this unusual friendship, train conductors noticed that Rio stopped appearing at the window. There was a note taped to the window that broke their hearts. Briana Hefley Shepard posted a touching story on her Facebook page: “My family’s business moved…
Police Captain Jack, an experienced officer with fifteen years of service, stretched tiredly as he watched the setting sun. Today’s shift had been quiet—almost boring. Jack’s partner had called in sick, leaving him to patrol alone. He spent the day slowly driving along familiar streets, maintaining order, dispersing bored teenagers near the shopping center, and helping local residents. As his shift neared its end, Jack was already thinking about a hot cup of tea and watching his favorite TV series with his family. But just as he approached an intersection, his attention was drawn to a car running a red…
On April 23, 2018, Sam’s parents, as usual, allowed him to go out alone, trusting his responsibility and good behavior. Everything seemed fine, and they had no reason to worry. Sam always returned home with his dog, Rex, his loyal companion and best friend. Together, they spent hours playing outside and exploring the area. But that day was different. Something went wrong, disrupting the usual routine and causing growing concern for his parents. As the sun set and Sam still hadn’t returned, his parents felt a deep sense of alarm. They went outside, calling his name loudly and urgently, carefully…
Victoria, a pregnant young woman filled with dreams for the future and hopes for a happy life, decided to spend the day outdoors. She took a walk through a picturesque forest that had always captivated her with its beauty and tranquility. Surrounded by towering trees that stretched toward the sky and the melodic singing of birds, she reveled in nature’s harmony. She cherished every moment, allowing herself to dream of the day she would hold her baby in her arms and take walks together through this very forest. But suddenly, her idyllic day was shattered. From behind the trees, two…