David always knew that his life was different from other children. From a very young age, he faced rejection because of his appearance, which left a deep imprint on his soul. When he was born, his parents, Alex and Marie, dreamed of a big family with beautiful children who would delight them and bring them happiness. They did not strive for wealth but wanted to provide themselves and their children with a modest but happy life, filled with warmth and care. However, when they found out they were having a boy at 18 weeks of pregnancy, their joy soon turned…
Author: town gist
The story took place in a quiet village where a girl named Polina lived. She was a young and energetic teacher at a local kindergarten and loved her job. Little children were everything to her, and she always tried to create a cozy and joyful atmosphere for them. One day, Polina decided to move from a noisy city to this cozy village, as she was offered a tempting opportunity to work here. Polina always liked nature, and she was looking forward to a new life surrounded by green meadows and birdsong. When she first arrived in the village, she immediately…
On the farm owned by Igor, there was always an atmosphere of love and care for animals, which was felt even from a distance. Here, among green meadows and cozy paddocks, his parents were engaged in breeding cattle and horses, and from early childhood, Igor spent a lot of time caring for horses. These graceful creatures reciprocated his feelings, and real friendships began between them. At 48 years old, Igor was faced with a difficult and unexpected situation when he learned of a sick foal named Snowball, who was about to be euthanized due to his serious condition and lack…
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…
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…