SHORT REAL LIFE INSPIRATIONAL STORIES
INDEX
1.
Introduction………………………………………………………………………1
2.
Acknowledgement
……………………………………………………………….2
3.
8
Never Give up Stories on
·
Health
& Wellness - Mental Health
·
Health
& Wellness - Alopecia Areata
·
Health
& Wellness - Disability
·
Dreams
and Aspirations (2)
·
Miracles
in form of Kindness
·
Never
give up on any Pet that is not friendly
4.
Message
from the Author
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INTRODUCTION
This
short book is especially designed with a collection of 8 Real-Life Inspirational
Stories from common men and women all over the world. We would have read many inspirational stories
from dynamic people like Walt Disney, Winston Churchill, Richard Branson,
Muhammad Ali, Bruce Lee, Michael Jordan, Martin Luther King, Nelson Mandela,
Mahatma Gandhi etc. the list can go on and on.
This book is filled with inspirational stories from lay individuals who
worked hard on their dreams and achieved great heights, made a difference in
their lives and in the lives of others. They
never knew they were dynamic in their own way until and unless they were asked
to tell their story. They did not realise
they made a difference in so many lives in one way or the other until and
unless their eyes were opened to their own stories. They are the silent heroes
who did their work silently without demanding any kind of recognitions, they
fought the fight. Tough times never last
but tough people do. They are the tough
ones. This book is meant for people to
get inspired and motivated by each others’ experiences and believe, “If he or
she can do it, I can do it too”. With a
little effort each day you can achieve what you want to achieve if you put your
heart and soul into it. Success is not
measured by how much money you have made in life and how much bank balance you
have or if you are living in a mansion, or if you are driving the best high-end
cars, wearing the best clothes or trendy shoes, but it is measured with how
many lives have you made a difference in, including your own. If anyone is living a better life because of
you, you have lived your life well and you have made a difference in that
persons’ life.
In
this book you will read about people from all walks of life and of different
ages, different religions, and different education background. However, they
all have one thing in common. They made
a difference in someone’s life. Working
people, small businessmen and businesswomen, sportsmen, college students and
youth, housewives and entrepreneurs, teachers, upcoming artists and singers, etc. Some names have been kept anonymous and some
with a different name to allow them to keep their privacy. But all the stories in this book are real
life stories and will encourage you to never give up with your dreams, once you
read them.
Sit
back and relax and read each story. You
can choose to read from any section that would suit you best. By the time you are at the end of your
reading, you will be amazed and self motivated to pursue your own dreams and
never give up on them. You will get
ideas from each story and live your own story – your own Inspirational Story
and make a difference in someone’s life.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I
would like to dedicate this book to all the participants and volunteers who
have willingly shared their stories, just because they care. Each one of them willingly volunteered to
share their inspirational story so that you can benefit from it.
I
thank each one of the authors for their valuable time and courage in sharing
their story. Each one of them are busy
like any other, but in my eyes, they are all heroes. They stood out among the rest who either said
they did not have a story to share, or they were too busy and could not make
the time, or just ignored my request to them.
I
would also like to thank all those who encouraged me and applauded me for my
efforts to bring this book to reality and help make this world a better place. The names are too many to write, and I would
not like to miss out a single name, but you know well whom I am talking
about.
I
cannot forget to thank all those who said “NO” to me. With their “NO” I truly got inspired to move
beyond my contact horizon and made wonderful contacts with real people. To those who doubted my integrity of stealing
people’s stories and taking the credit for it and for those who said they don’t
have a story at all, for those who laughed at me behind my back or gossiped
behind my back, for those who said they will think about it and are still thinking, I advise you all to read this awesome book. It will bring back memories of your own story. You still have the opportunity to share your story.
I
would like to announce the names and honour all the authors for their
stories. Some of their names are changed
for the sake of their privacy. Each story is real and from the heart. Their names are Bhagee, Aldridge Sheldon, Claude-Henry
Vilfrant, Maria Goretti Gomes, and Joy D’Penha, FT and SN.
Joy
D’Penha
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HEALTH & WELLNESS – MENTAL HEALTH
It all started with subtle throwing away
of food. Never in my wildest of dreams I imagined that a child of mine would go
through mental health struggles. It was a rude awakening for the whole family
to understand her thought process and what she was feeling. It then
deteriorated to severe suicidal thoughts, self harm, and low self image issues.
Next step was to find the right treatment for her. I never imagined it would be
a herculean task of wanting to document weight loss and worst of all the health
system requires that being a girl child and having attained puberty that her
periods would have to stop to start treatment. But as parents we kept pushing
hard with the help of her team of medical professionals. Ultimately, after 6 months
we were able to find a treatment for her at SickKids Toronto. That is the time
we found that this would be a long and turbulent struggle with lots of ups and
downs. Despite all her mental health struggles she did a tremendous job of
keeping up with her studies and went onto pass on high school with A grades. In
between all her admissions and visits to the hospital she made it to get her
graduate degree in Psychology with Honours.
As we thought that we had conquered aspect of the mental health struggles,
little did we expect that eating disordered behaviours come with concurrent
mental health disorders. She was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder
at age 22. Which meant that she could have frequent mood swings. Mostly manic
disorder. She went through an episode of severe alcohol abuse along with drug
addictions. Not to mention the fact that she was sexually assaulted which made
things even more difficult. But after a few years of struggle, she realized
that this is where she did not want to be. Also, as her caregivers for us to
realize that she would have to make decisions for herself and giving her the
ability to make her own treatment decisions.
She did her homework and struggled through finding the right therapist.
Finally, she did find one and for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. This in fact
helped her to journal her thought process and finding a rehabilitation center
for her addictions. Going to a rehab facility changed her thought process and
inwardly look at her struggles. Going through these she didn’t give up aiming
higher and went onto join MSW. As a proud mom I can say that out of 2000
applicants and 25 selected she was one of them. Also, she took up sexual assault
therapy as one of her specializations which is not easy for someone to pursue
as it brings back personal painful memories.
It is with tremendous personal struggle that she has reached a point where she
is able effectively communicate her feelings and realize that in order to stay
mentally healthy, she has to be in therapy for a long time. She continues with
her therapy treatment along with medical treatment and continues to make
progress each and everyday. She is all set to graduate later this year and make
a change in the lives of people who live with mental health struggles. She
volunteers as part of her course for Mood disorders of Ontario and various
other support organizations. Way to go Baby!!!
As parents we are proud of her achievements and have learned to accept the fact
that she would have to find her space. In a nutshell, mental health is as much
a disease as any other physical disease. But if one finds the right treatment
and support and self introspection it is possible for someone to lead a healthy
happy life. Not to say the least that for a mental health patient it is always
imperative to have proper nutrition, calm environment, and physical exercise. Love and Support
and Medical attention can heal an individual with Mental Health. Never give-up on them.
Author: Bhagee
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HEALTH & WELLNESS – ALOPECIA AREATA
When I was two years old my
grandmother saw a tiny bald spot on my head. My parents were in denial that
anything could be wrong with me at that time. However, after a couple of months
my parents realized that the bald spot grew bigger. They immediately took me to
the doctor and then to a skin specialist who confirmed that I had alopecia
areata. The bald spots started growing bigger and in patches on my head. My
parents did not stop looking for treatment. They started treatment immediately
and it helped me to bring my hair back, but again it would go after some time.
It wasn’t that bad during that time. My parents did everything in their
knowledge and power to help me with my hair loss. We came to Canada when I was
four years old. The cold weather in Canada would keep me away from putting my
hair pack Since my head would get very cold and it was unbearable for me. I
remember my mom trying all sorts of medication. She even rubbed onion juice to
my scalp to see if my hair would come back. I even took treatment at the Sunny
Brooke hospital and got steroids injected to my scalp. I was willing to take
any kind of pain to get my hair back. But alas nothing helped. I made an
agreement with myself to cover my head with a hat and live my life normally. As
I grew older my bald patches would be more and more visible and I would start
hiding them for the first time wearing a cap because I was getting conscious. I
had students in my school making fun of me, bullying me because I had bald
patches. I ended up not having many friends around me. I would be lonely and
crying within myself. My mom would know everything what I’m going through she
prayed very hard for me to have friends in school. God heard her prayers, and I
soon had a few friends with me. They did not judge me they did not make fun of
me. But we were normal, and we played together we visited each others houses,
and we had fun, but it did not stop me from wearing a hat and covering my head
I was still conscious because I would see many others looking at me in a weird
way and talking behind my back. When I went to church the elders would force me
to put my hoodie down. I stopped going to church because I felt I was not
accepted in the church to be myself, but it did not stop me from praying. It
does not stop me from reading the Bible and praying at home. My mom is a great
example for me in keeping my faith strong. I just wanted to be myself cover my
head wherever I went. My parents encouraged me a lot not to cover my head and
to stay strong and be an example to others, but nothing could encourage me, I
still cover my head till date. But that didn’t stop me from moving ahead in
life. When I was in eighth grade my parents enrolled me in CANAAF an
institution that brought everyone who suffered from alopecia together. Over there I met so many other kids of my
age who had alopecia. We were normal when we met. We shared our thoughts and
pains together. We were encouraged by each others experience and understood
each others pain. For the first time at the age of 13 I made a public speech on
alopecia at CANAAF. I was applauded and I was proud of myself. I stood tall and
nothing could stop me from making this public speech. Thanks to my parents and CANAAF. I also did a
public speech at my elementary school on alopecia. I remember I made it
hilarious, there were so many people who did not know about alopecia and came
to know about it only after my public speech. This was a proud moment for me
again. I was interested in music so after high school I
proceeded my career in song writing and music production through Seneca College
Toronto Canada. I passed with honours and that was another proud moment for me
and my parents. Today I have released two original songs of my own as a
professional songwriter. You can listen to me on YouTube Spotify and many other
music stations. Today I am 21 years of age. I started working at the age of 19.
I took a bold decision to shave my head bald after high school. I worked very
hard and was committed to my jobs at McDonald’s, Canadian tire, and now Micro Forum.
I got promoted to a team lead and I manage a team of 6-10 employees in my shift. I love my job because it’s in my own line of
music. We press vinyl records every day. My parents are proud of who I have
become. I do have a couple of friends that I meet quite often but I keep myself
busy at work and when I’m at home I keep myself busy writing songs I have
written a lot of songs and most of them are yet to be released. I have also
booked my new car at the age of 21 years with my own savings from the jobs that
I have been doing. No Loans, but all cash. My parents are proud of me. My next 5-year goal is to collect
money for a 30% down payment for my own home.
I did not allow my hair loss to stop me from doing what I love. Today I
have no idea where my bullies are and what my classmates are doing right now,
but I do know that I have a spirit of not giving up and pursuing my dreams and
I can see it come true one at a time. I know my parents have never stopped
praying for me and I want to encourage anyone who has alopecia to go out and
pursue your dreams and not let alopecia stop you from doing what you love. Today
at the age of 21 I pretty much stand on my own feet. I do not allow my parents
to buy any materialistic needs of mine. I can afford to buy all my needs. My
parents have taught me to save and not spend lavishly. I look around and see
people of my age are still dependent on their parents to buy them stuff and pay
for their car. Here is an
encouragement to all the youth to be self Confident, have a mindset of
achievement, work hard, set your goals, and focus and follow your dreams, have
faith in God and not to get into bad company, drugs and addiction that will
spoil your career and life.
Author: Aldridge Sheldon
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NEVER GIVE UP ON ANY PET THAT IS NOT
FRIENDLY
September 2016, my son came up to me and said,
“Mom can we adopt a dog” He loved dogs from the start and wanted us to adopt a
dog since he was a child. Then came a
time when his school friends’ dog was going to be given away to the shelter or
to anyone who wanted to adopt. The dog
was 4 years old then. He had a white and beige fur and looked gorgeous. His human mother was suffering from MS
(Multiple Sclerosis) and was unable to look after him. Her sons including the father did not care
much for the dog and often abused him by throwing shoes and things at him and
holding him by his neck and throwing him as a punishment if he growled at them
and retaliated in a way to protect himself, the sister however loved the dog
but did not have the time to take him out for walks and groom him. But she
would do as much as possible but with time constraints she could not manage
him. So, the dog was left in the back
yard almost all the time and had not been groomed for over a couple years, with
his fur covering his face and touching the ground. When we saw him for the
first time, he looked very cute, and little did we know that he was not groomed
for years but we thought this breed was meant to be this way. Anyway, my son convinced me to adopt him
before he was sent to the shelter. On September 24th 2016, Kovu became a part of our family. We adopted him. We
were warned about him that he is not friendly and with that fright I refused to
carry him. For a long time, he did not
allow us to even pet him. So, the only
thing I did for him is give him is meals, took him out and just sat next to him
to gain his trust. Slowly started
petting him and he began to trust us. He
realised too soon that we care for him and will not hurt him. Today he cannot stay without us. He loves us too much and we have been truly blessed
with a pet like him in our lives. He is
the world to us. Today Kovu has very
special dog friends whom he loves to spend time with, and he loves his long
walks. He loves the grass in the summer and
adores the snow in the winter. He is a
snow baby and would love to roll and stay for hours in the snow. He has given us so much of love and I think our
lives have changed ever since he is with us.
I am so glad that I did not give up on him and now he is our everything.
This dog would be living in the shelter but now he has a wonderful family, and
he has given us and continues to give us so much of love. You can give a new
life to a pet and that pet can bring so much of happiness into your lives and family. I am glad we made a difference in his life,
and he is one of the greatest gifts that God has given us.
Author: Joy D’Penha
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NEVER GIVE UP ON
YOUR DREAMS
It’s with a lot of pleasure I’m sharing my life story for this book. My
name is Claude-Henry Vilfrant, I was born and raised in Haiti, located in the
Caribbean. Haiti is not a safe country to live. You need to make a lot of
effort to get just the minimum so my only wish when I was young was to leave it
for a better future. My story will focus on one chapter of my life that I would
name: “My journey to Canada”.
I always loved my country
until one day, I was coming from the bank with my father, and we got stopped by
thieves aiming their guns toward us to steal the money my dad had withdrawn.
They even put a gun on my head, as a threat to force my father to give the
money. Luckily, we survived this attack, but from that day I knew I would never
stay there my whole life. I was 13 years old when this happened. It was
impossible for my parents to send me to the states where I have lot of
families. As the time passed, I realized how difficult it is to legally
immigrate to North America (US or CAN).
I was losing hope after my
high school as I couldn’t go to university abroad. But deep inside, I knew one
day I would leave for sure even if I didn’t know how. School was my only hope
to survive, have a decent job in the country and be financially independent. I
remember some days I used to have classes for 12 hours, with only one hour
break. But I knew I had to do it for my future. On the last year of my
bachelor, I found an internship, which later turned into a job. 3 years later I
married my wife, who I met at the university. She never thought about leaving
the country because she didn’t want to leave her family. I promised her that I
would stay in the country for her. It was the hardest decision of my life. Our
destiny has changed when one day, there was a sudden riot in the country and we
had to spend 2 days away from home, we couldn’t see our son. That moment, my
wife told me she wants to leave the country. I was so happy to hear that from
her.
The next day, I started to
gather my paper for the express entry process to immigrate to Canada. 4 months
later, after gathering all the required documents, we sent our application to
IRCC. We were approved 4 months later, and this was a life changing for me.
August 2022 will mark my 3rd year in Canada, and I never regretted
one second. In this short period of time, I’ve made a lot of progress. I’ve
earned a master’s degree, grown professionally, and met lot of good people.
I share this experience of my
life to show that someone should never give up on his dream. It is also
important to be ready for any opportunity that can be brought to you. In my
case, school was the only option. Thanks to school, I was eligible for the
Express Entry and today I’m living the life I wanted in Canada. NEVER GIVE UP ON
YOUR DREAMS!!!!!!!
Author: Claude-Henry Vilfrant
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MY JOURNEY FROM ZERO TO HERO
Being born in a very
conservative Christian family in Mumbai, my parents were too disciplined and
had them very close to me as a watch dog.
For a very long time, we were not allowed to go to the movies, not
allowed to talk with any strangers, no boys in our dictionary, dresses worn
below our knees and mostly covered with a salwar suit. We did not have phones and cell phones during
that time so the only way of communicating with school friends were by writing
a letter and mailing it, and by the time we received a reply would be another
long week. But there was joy in the
waiting period to receive a letter from a friend during the summer vacations. The
mailman was the only person I would be anxious to see. If we had a meeting place, our word would be final,
and we would wait for each other at the meeting spot even for an hour later
since we did not have phones to communicate and let each other know if we were
late or held up. That was the kind of patience
Mumbai taught us. My summer vacations
were inside the house, playing house-house with my siblings, writing one page
of copy writing to improve our handwriting, do a math practice page each day, made
to sleep during the afternoons and then wake up in the evening have milk or tea
with some snacks, helping mom in the kitchen, then dinner and then back to bed
again. We did not even have television
that time. So, you can imagine how we
spent time. We spent real time –
face to face with our friends and family.
No texting, no social media, no Facebook, no WhatsApp, no Instagram. No cameras too, so no selfies and no memories
to store in pictures. But today they are
the greatest memories in my heart. We
had lots of time to read books. That’s
one reason I love reading. If ever I must
go back to those days one day, I know I will not get bored. This is during the 70’-early 80s. Late 80’s the rules were a bit loosened. We
had one small black & white television at home. We were allowed to go to the movies only on
occasions like Christmas and Easter. But
not allowed to talk to strangers or boys even then. We were allowed to wear pants the only reason
because it covered our legs. No makeup
or nail polish was allowed. Yet with all
these restrictions, my mother made sure we completed our education and
graduated university. She stood by us
and made sure we stood on our own feet and not depend on anyone for our
livelihood when we grew up. Why am I
telling you all this? Despite the
various restrictions, we had when growing up, our parents educated us and that
was the greatest gift ever. They
nurtured us with the best values that is within us even today. Our parents went through a lot of hardships
in bringing up a big family. Education
is not free in Mumbai, but it does wonders for you, my parents had to pay for
all our school, college, and university education. With their nourishment I am where I am
today. Long story short I met my dear husband
in the same office that I worked, and no husband and wife can work in the same
office in India. So, I quit my job,
thinking it would be easy to find another one.
At that time, I was 26 years old, and the shocking news is that at 26
years I was considered old to be hired by companies in Mumbai. They were all looking for fresh graduates and
for about a couple months I was left without a job. From Mumbai I went to Dubai with the help of
my two sisters who graciously welcomed me to Dubai. With only a suitcase of clothes, with no
money in hand at all (since I had saved all my money for our wedding and our
own house), and just my flight ticket I flew to Dubai. But I had my education with me, I had my job experience
with me, I had my support of my sisters and moreover I had my faith strong as
ever, I had my dignity, the blessings of my parents – my dad passed away when I
was 21. My education and experience paid
the price in landing me with a job in the topmost Ad Agency, Impact BBDO.
However, I could not make it without the endless support of my 2 sisters who
were already in Dubai. With the Dubai
immigration rules being so hard, it took me 6 months to get my visa. In January 1998 I married my best friend from
my own Office and for 6 months was waiting for my visa with no job in hand. Eventually my visa arrived and me and my
husband went to Dubai for good without a single penny, with the help of my
sisters, they got a visa for my husband, and I had my visa through my
company. My husband found a good job for
himself within a months’ time and since then we have been blessed with two
houses in Mumbai and a wonderful son who was born in Dubai. He is now 21 years,
a professional Song Writer and Musician.
In 2003 we decided to migrate to Canada and started our application
process. By 2004 we got our Permanent
Resident Visa to Canada and by April 2007 we landed in Canada for good. We had our own struggles in Canada, getting a
job in our field was a nightmare, we had a different struggle of not finding
jobs in our own field of advertising, we could not even find jobs as volunteers
just to get Canadian experience. We did
not lose hope. We were almost done with all our contingencies and savings and
managed to get a house with only my husband working at that time and me without
a job. It felt like we were back to
square one as we were in Mumbai. We
encouraged each other and supported each other.
We managed to change our field and today I am working in a Sales
position and my husband in a supervisor position in the medical field. Figure that out, we both were in the
Advertising field. But nevertheless, it
puts food on our table and a roof above our head and a comfortable life in
Canada. We have a house of our own and it’s
been now 15 plus years in Canada. Our
health is taken care of by the government and the opportunities are endless in
this country no matter what your age.
Canada is our adopted country, and all honor and glory goes to our Lord
and Savior Jesus Christ for bringing us from Zero level to a Hero level. Going back to my childhood I never ever
dreamt that I would be stepping out of India, never dreamt that I would be
settled in Canada. I am where I am today
because of my parents, support of my sisters in Dubai and our well-wishers. A little hope and a lot of faith can do
wonders for you and can take you places. It has taught me that education is important
in life. I hope this inspires someone
who has a dream and never give up.
Someone who is new to Canada or is migrating to another country outside
their own and is facing the same struggles of not finding a job. Have hope and a lot of faith in yourself and in
God.
Author: Joy D’Penha
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NEVER GIVE UP DESPITE OF ANY DISABILITY
My Name is Maria Goretti
Gomes- (Named after Saint Maria Goretti. I was born March 30th… n
raised in Mumbai India. Graduated from the finest university in Mumbai doing my
BA-History. Went on to doing my Post Grad in Fashion Designing and mastered the
art of tailoring. During University managed to give tailoring classes and take
on professional seamstress orders of wedding gowns-bridal wear-flower making
etc.
I started work in Gitano
Agency Mumbai n worked as a Receptionist/ Merchandiser, in one of the best US
companies importing clothing, unfortunately they shifted their office to
UAE-Middle east, I was selected to join in Nov 1993.My Career took off in the
Middle East and soon I was the Senior Merchandiser
Got married to the love
of my life in April 1996 Mumbai. Have two Precious Gems a son who is now 21 and
a budding Chef. And a daughter who is 19 and pursuing career in Humanities-Law
at MM Univ, they consider me a Cool Crazy OCD MOM/A trusting n caring friend. We moved from Dubai UAE to Canada in 2006
December.
Started my Career at Compass Group Canada in
2009 Nov, as a Receptionist/Office service Coordinator. Due to Restructuring
was laid off in 2016.This gave me a great blow as I never thought I would ever
leave compass. This took a very bad toll on my health n I lost the mobility in
both my hands due to rising Diabetes in me. This did to stop me from doing
things. I volunteered and organized many charities shows. Money raised was
given to Our Local Church-St Vincent the Paul-Shared life to name a few. I am
back on track now and able to function well with my hands. Currently working
Full time at the Pelmorex Corp Aka “The Weather Network”. Dreaming of climbing
the corporate ladder slowly. My disability is not a hindrance to my work at
all. My work says it all as says Jackie Adams my current Boss and Manager. My
Motto has and will always be Never ever give up. I struggled to
get a job for almost 4 years after falling sick. Not sure how the weather
Network selected me.
During my interview I was so scared to be turned down like all other interviews
due to my inability to type 90 words a minute or to not be able to hold
properly or just because they did not trust my ability to do the job. I was
always sad when I was turned down.
Pelmorex called me back for 2 more interviews and I was selected to join
initially part time for 4 hours as per the job requirement. My foot was in the door,
and I could not contain the joy we had at home.
I could not bear to see the sad faces of my Husband and Kids when I was turned
down due to my small disability. I just had to prove myself and I knew I would.
My family knew I could do it. My God and
my family were with me all the way and hell yes, I did it. I am still conscious
of my hands since they are not able to do much, but it does not bother me. My boss and team mates have been very
accommodating and helpful and honestly I could not have asked for a better
place to work.
I have had the most amazing family and friend’s encouragement and support all
through 2016 and going on till date that no disability no matter how big
matters now.
The road was tough for the 4 of us but our strength kept us 4 going .We did it
and we have come out stronger than ever. We are still not out of the woods, but
I keep assuring us that we will get there someday. Not sure if I will get back
to what I was before 2016 but I’m good to continue till I have work to do on
this beautiful earth.
I am a fiercely
independent organized, mature, and confident lady, a real go-getter who
balances work and personal life, I am never shy or will not hesitate to tell
you straight to your face if something is not Right. Super courageous, outgoing,
and willing to make a friend out of anyone, and very passionately honest
always. Unafraid to share advice or personal experiences. Not only will I have
your back when you need it most but will also help you through every trial and
tribulation with ease.
My SMILE is my weapon not only for a Rainy Day but ALWAYS.
Author:
Maria Goretti Gomes
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Miracles in
form of Kindness - 1
There was a
time when me and my husband were coming home with our small son in the car. We
had only a toonie in our purse, and we stopped the car by a pizza store to buy
a piece of pizza for my son for his dinner. My husband walked into the store
with the intention of buying one piece and ended up coming out with 2 pieces.
We had no money for our dinner and no food to cook either. We lived hand to
mouth during that phase of our life and waited for our next pay cheque. We had
decided to drink a glass of milk each for our dinner and go to sleep and give
our son the pizza piece for his dinner. But when my husband came out with 2 pieces
I was surprised and asked him what happened. He said, the store was closing for
the night and the lady serving said they were the last two pieces left and the
last piece would have gone on waste if no one bought, so she decided to give my
husband both the pieces for the cost of one piece. Till today I have tears in
my eyes to see this miracle in my life. The kindness of one person fed the
whole family dinner that night. She was an angel in disguise that God had sent.
Never stop being kind to another person. You never know what
that person is going through. My husband had worn his suit and tie on our way
back home and that lady serving would have never known in her wildest dreams
that he had no money for his own dinner. Since then, we have always extended
our hands to help who ever we come across and not judge anyone. One good deed will follow on for
life.
Author: FT
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Miracles in form of Kindness - 2
Our
credit card had maxed out and we could not even buy groceries for the week. We
struggled hand to mouth. Our son wanted to eat cheese and we could not afford
it. We barely paid the minimum when we received our salary and was excited to
shop groceries the next week. We visited the Chinese store and bought stuff
that we could pack our fridge with for the rest of the week. After a long time,
we were doing groceries and we were so happy. People are usually happy shopping
new clothes and shoes and new furniture and décor for their homes and here we
were so excited that we could shop food for the week. We went up to the paying
counter and put all out stuff to be scanned. Excited especially looking at the
cheese that our son could finally eat after a long time. When the time came to pay,
I removed my credit card to make the payment and the lady at the counter said
they do not accept credit cards. This was a big blow on our face as we did not
have any cash, nor could we use our debit cards since we did not have enough
money in our account. We said we forgot to carry our debit card and sadly had
to leave the entire grocery at the counter and leave the store. We did not have
any words to speak to each other. We were silent in the car going back home. We
had to pick up our son and leave to a friend’s place who had called us to help
them pack since they were leaving the country to migrate to another country. We
had our tea which was always readily available at our home since it did not
cost much and we could always fill our stomach with tea and biscuits at any
time of the day, whether it was lunch or dinner or breakfast. We filled our
stomachs with tea and biscuits and left for our friend’s place to help them
pack. We helped them pack their furniture and clean their kitchen and pack all
the stuff from their kitchen. When it came to their fridge, they packed all the
stuff from their fridge in a huge black plastic bag and gave it to us. This was
a miracle for us. The stuff that we could not even afford to buy was now ours
without paying any cash. Because of our kindness in helping them to pack
without even thinking about our own situation we were blessed with a huge bag
of groceries and goodies for more than a month’s stock. This was one of the
many miracles in our life. We did not expect it, but God’s plan was different
for us. All honour and glory go to our
Heavenly Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. We did not even dream that this
would have happened. If it were not for our positive attitude in helping our
friends in-spite of the situation that we were going through, we would have not
experienced this miracle in our life. Our friends had a good kind heart to give
us everything that they had in their fridge.
Stay strong and trust in God to make things right for you in His own
way. Trust Him in paving the road for
you to walk in His path.
Author: SN
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Message from the
Author
If any of theses stories have touched your
heart, or if any of these stories relate to your real life story and if you
would like to share your own story on the Author’s upcoming book “100 Inspirational
Stories” the author invites you to share your stories on galewriteup2021@gmail.com with the
subject line of “My Inspirational Story”.
Here is an opportunity to relate to other
people and give them hope that if you can do it, they can also do it. If someone is living a better life because of
you, then you have a story to share. If
you have experienced miracles in your life and want to give hope to someone
else, you have a story to share.
Do not be afraid and do not be
ashamed. This is a proud moment for you
to give hope to someone else with your story.
The Author leaves her readers with this
message. “No body has time to do
everything, but everybody has time to do something. That something is always your priority
whether it is useful or useless it does not matter. Because it is your priority
you made the time to do it. Make your
story a priority for someone else with the intention of making a difference in
someone’s life”.
Very inspiring
ReplyDeleteThank you Ceana
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