News Reel - 12/18/23


 In case you missed any of these top stories from December 18th, feel free to check them out and be Uplifted by them.

Widower With Seven Kids

Nate Eaton (East Idaho News) with the help of an anonymous donor only known as Secret Santa continues the tradition of blessing local families in need. This particular family lost their mom leaving dad as a widower raising 7 kids on his own. May this just be one of many blessings to come after suffering such a great loss. 



Never Had A Birthday Party Before

Overwhelmed with emotions but mostly gratitude, this eight year old is greeted by his classmates who sing Happy Birthday in Spanish as he enters the classroom. The significance is that he has never had a birthday celebration before due to his impoverished circumstances.



Discovering the Joy of Giving

Inspired by Secret Santa reports on the popular CBS segment called On the Road with Steve Hartman, a Phoenix class and their teacher put together a club to help out their local community. Soon they discover the true joy in helping others as they tearfully explain their experiences to journalists.



The Young Assisting the Elderly

Young men see an elderly couple struggling with their mobility and decide to help them get into their vehicle. The lady is 89 and her husband is 100. Watch as these gentlemen respond to the obvious need and have the utmost patience and gentleness as they lend a helping hand.



Lonely Lunch No Longer

No more lunches alone. After spending his entire freshman year eating by himself, some kind-hearted student council members decided to invite the lonely student to sit with them. Soon this otherwise socially challenged teen had a group of friends to count on and even do things outside of school, like catching a movie.



Sometimes We Need Reassurance

Pupper feels bad for getting sick in dads truck and needs reassurance that he’s still a good boy. Priceless and heartwarming reaction as his owner talks him through his feelings of failure. 


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