Everyday Hero Stories

Where did your values come from?

We've all had people in our lives who have made a positive impact on us. A parent or grandparent, a sibling who was there for us, or maybe even just a guy who shines shoes for a living? Whoever they are, tell us their story so they can inspire us even more.

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CARING
DEB, ROB B What do you say about the people that have taught you everything, I don't know how to describe the love that I have for my parents. Let's take my mom first. She has tried to involve herself in every aspect of my life. Starting at a young age she was a class room mom at my school, donating her time to help out in...
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VOLUNTEERING
RE-GIFTING: GIVING AWAY WHAT WE HAVE BEEN GIVEN. Seven years ago, in September of 2004, 16 random people were brought together by a common gift; their ability to sing. That fateful meeting has grown into a volunteer organization that has donated over $16, 000 to charities in their community. Most of us had never met, or were only passing acquaintances. We were...
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LOVE
ELMER A My hero is my dad! He has provided me with shelter, food, education, and outstanding guidance throughout my entire life. There has never been a time when I couldn't count on him! As a young girl, very involved in basketball, he always found the time after a long, hard days work to play a game of Horse when he...
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LOVE
DOUG L He is my dad and has always been there for me when I am down. He helps me out of things I don't mean to get myself in to. He is the best dad I could ever ask for!
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HELPING OTHERS
KAREN M She has worked with people with disabilities for over 20 years. She is tireless and advocates for them all the time. She is also a person with a disability. She is my boss and is a wonderful one to have. She makes a difference in people's lives everyday and she also takes in all kinds of animals.
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HARD WORK
OZZY O My hero is Ozzy Osbourne. The reason why is because he was born in poverty in the slums of England and he had a learning disorder, yet he kept trying and trying until finally he found his potential of being a fantastic singer. Despite his many hardships he became very successful with his music and with his life....
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LOYALTY
BARBIE H I met my best friend, Barbie, when I was 7 years old. I'm 17 now and we are as close as ever. She is my hero because I know that I can talk to her about anything and come to her with any problems. She understands me more than anyone I know besides God of course. She is my supporter, encourager, and best friend. I...
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RIGHT CHOICES
DUANE J On May 1, 2010 Duane Jackson saw a vehicle illegally parked across from his vending stand in Times Square, New York. It appeared to have smoke coming from inside. He didn't just turn his back, he called it in to the police. I met him this past May when I stopped to thank him for his courage and vigilance. He was...
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TEACHING BY EXAMPLE
KARLA W My Hero is my mother,Karla, she was the one who made sure I had the right values and morals whether it be in life or other circumstances. She taught me the art of caring and appreciating things you already have like family , house , etc...
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APPRECIATION
MY DAD My hero is my dad. He is my hero because he is nice. He gives me food and he makes my food. He takes me to school. He takes me to the zoo. He makes a pepperoni pizza. That's why my dad is my hero.
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APPRECIATION
MY GRANDMA My hero is my grandma. She helps me with math and reading. She makes sure I do the right thing. She also lets me stay the night when I do not want to go home. She also reads me a story. She is my hero.
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APPRECIATION
GRANDPA My hero is my grandpa. He is my hero because he works at FiberCo. He is the boss. I love him and he loves me. I see him a lot of times. He is my hero.
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APPRECIATION
GRANDPA My hero is my Grandpa. He helps me feed our snakes. He takes us to the state fair. He takes care of me and my brother. He is trying to fight the city. He is going to let us go to the reptile show. He has a fun job too. He takes me to school in his favorite best car.
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APPRECIATION
MY DAD My hero is my dad. He is nice to me. He helps me do my homework. He also helps me find channels on the T.V. He makes big money. He takes good care of me. That's why my dad is my hero to me.
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APPRECIATION
MY GREAT GRAMPA My hero is my great grampa because he fought in the Civil War. He was the leader and he rode a horse. He saved the country and he got hurt very bad. No matter what I still love him.
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APPRECIATION
MY MOM My hero is my mom. She helps me get in the shower. She helps me get dressed. She drives me to school. She cleans my clothes. She opens the front door. She helps me carry stuff. She helps me with the garage sale. That is why she is my hero.
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APPRECIATION
MY DAD L My hero is my dad. He takes me to school and football games. He brings me to practice. He buys me shoes and buys me ice cream. That is why my dad is my hero.
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APPRECIATION
MY PASTOR P My pastor is my hero because he helps us learn about Jesus. He is sometimes funny. My pastor is a hero to me because he lets us play in the playroom. He is a hero because he is nice. He cares about us. That's why my pastor is my hero.
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APPRECIATION
MY MOM L My heroes are my mom and dad because they want us to be safe. They don't want us to get robbed. My mom and dad and uncle told us to not talk to strangers. When we get out of school my mom is waiting outside because we walk home. My mom and dad and uncle and my three sisters and me love each other. My mom takes...
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APPRECIATION
MY DAD M My dad cleans my clothes. My dad cooks for me. My dad is nice to me. My dad helps me to write. He is my hero.
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APPRECIATION
MY DADDY C My hero is my daddy. He loves me. I love him too and he is great! He puts me to bed. He is nice. He drives me to school also! All these things make my dad a hero.
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APPRECIATION
MY GRANDPA G My hero is my mom's dad. He joined the army. He is my hero because he loves others. He takes care of me. My papa always keeps me safe. He is my hero.
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APPRECIATION
MY MOMMY M My mommy is a hero to me because she gets me up to go to school. And on Sundays she gets me up for church. Sometimes she tickles me a lot and I laugh. Sometimes she is nice to me and lets me eat ice cream before dinner. It is awesome. She is my hero.
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APPRECIATION
MY MOM L My mom is my hero because she cooks for me. She always loves me because she is my mom. She also cleans my clothes. She is nice to me. My mom tries to help the family. She tells me stories. That's why she is my hero
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LEADERSHIP
RAYME N Lifetime of Service Random acts of kindness, a sudden epiphany or a midlife conversion define so many of our acts of charity. Even amongst those serving in not-for-profit charities, in time many become hardened to the brokenness and pain life sometime brings others. However, there are those few exceptional...
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APPRECIATION
STAND AND DEFEND I didn't expect much from that hockey game last winter; the season hadn't been going well. But when I had the opportunity to attend with my brother, I couldn't pass it up. That game wasn't exciting. In fact, not much of anything happened in the favor of my beloved team. So many of the fans had grown bored of...
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TRUE BEAUTY
EVERYONE HOLDS SOME TREASURE Everyone holds some treasure... Some have it buried too deep... Some share an endless measure... Some think it's all theirs to keep... Some people will not admit... They contain much inner beauty... Their task to release much of it... To fulfill their life's real duty... Some people have learned to mine... What's...
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LOVE
LUVENIA P Luvenia is my mother and I love her very much. No matter what we go through she is always there for me. Her love is unconditional and I enjoy every drop of it. My mother has shown me how to be a young lady and I love her for that. She is one of my top heroes and she always will be no matter what. I love you mommy!!!
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INSPIRATION
HANNAH B Ever since I was a baby I have always followed in my sisters footsteps. When she took dance lessons, I wanted to too. When she played soccer, I had to. When she got to high school and became involved with student government, so did I. I don't see myself as a follower because I'm not. But I do recognize Hannah as...
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DEDICATION
CPR During a period of 35 years, I taught about 15,000 people CPR and First Aid through the American Red cross in 4 different cities. I also certified about 500 others to teach it.
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COURAGE
JACORY H Jacory Harris is the Quaterback of the University of Miami Hurricanes. Although we have never met personally, I view Jacory as a leader both on and off the field. UM is a leader in football and also in Haiti's relief effort. I most appreciate him because he plays through adversity with a gentle smile and...
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MAKING A DIFFERENCE
ASHLEY R Ashley grew up in foster care and had 14 different homes before being adopted at the age of twelve. Now, at 24, she has written a New York Times Bestselling memoir, "Three Little Words" and it's being made into a major motion picture. She has dedicated her life to improving the child welfare system and is active...
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COURAGE
KENNETH H Kenneth Hendrix is a soldier in the army. He's saved many lives and risked his own. Not only does he help our country, but he also gives me advice and comforts me when I cry. When he goes off to Iraq he calls me every time he gets a chance and always brings me back souvenirs . I'm happy that I'm the first person...
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