News Reel - 12/20/23

 


We hope these stories Uplifted you from our Wednesday coverage. Make sure to scroll down for recaps and videos to all posts so you can stay caught up and even vote for your favorite or most impactful coverage.

Kyla's Dad

A story about becoming Kyla’s dad this police officer responded to a call where he found her in need of rescue from abuse.


The Best Kind of Hugs

Sometimes we just need a long hug from someone who cares. This little guy finally got to meet his favorite cartoon character and the kind-hearted person dawning the Winnie-the-Pooh outfit seemed to truly understand the significance. 


Teen Saves Toddler

In true baby Jessica fashion a little one fell into a very narrow sewer pipe in an overseas village. As panic ensued and solutions were proposed a 14-year-old boy who was thin enough to fit into the pipe volunteered to be lowered headfirst to retrieve the trapped child. In an interview he admitted to being scared at first but then the fear subsided and he was able to focus on the mission. 


A Change of Title

Officer Messer comes home to loving wife and finds out about a change in title which will ultimately be a promotion. Watch the full video below to see his wholesome reaction to this unexpected twist in his day.


Rolling Out the Red Carpet

The ultimate display of customer service, this shopkeeper decided to roll out red carpet for every patron paying her a visit one day. Not only are the reactions priceless, what a lesson in how simple gestures can brighten the day of our fellow man/woman! Who do you think had the best reaction?


An Important Question

Never-mind his hilarious gestures. Never-mind his toy revolver proudly tucked into his holster. Never-mind the hilarious belly scratch toward the end. And never-mind a giggling mother who clearly does not understand the seriousness of this moment. This young man has a very important question that the worlds needs to know.


Perfect Response to Criticism

If only we all had such a mature and confident response when criticism comes our way. Little kindergartner, Leila shows us how its down as she recounts to mom how she dealt with a boy that did not like her hair style. A great example for us all. (Credit to Michael Wheelock for this contribution)



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