At just 34, I was blindsided by grief. My wife, Stacey, was gone — a tragic accident, they said. I was away on business when her father called with the news. “She’s gone,” he said, and just like that, my world collapsed. By the time I returned, everything had already happened — the funeral, the…
Nationwide — Daniel Cressy, a 22-year-old African American man from New Orleans, Louisiana, is hoping to make history as the first person in the state to be cured of sickle cell disease using a groundbreaking new gene therapy.Daniel, who dreams of one day becoming a pilot, has been told he can only obtain a pilot’s…
Share Kelly Clarkson Brings the House Down with “Fancy” in Honor of Reba McEntire at the 2018 Kennedy Center Honors The 2018 Kennedy Center Honors featured no shortage of unforgettable performances, but the night unquestionably belonged to Kelly Clarkson when she delivered a powerhouse rendition of “Fancy” in honor of her longtime hero — and…
My family was buzzing with excitement over a huge trip to Hawaii to celebrate my aunt’s retirement. Everyone was included in the planning—everyone except me. They created Facebook groups, discussed flights, and made arrangements right in front of me, but no one thought to extend an invitation. I only found out about the vacation when…
Everything was ready for our long-awaited trip to Aruba—until my passport mysteriously disappeared the morning we were supposed to leave. But when my mother-in-law coldly said, “Maybe you weren’t meant to go,” I realized it wasn’t an accident. But how could I prove it? I swear I almost didn’t go on that trip to Aruba….
After a long day of chemo, I came home weak but hopeful, clinging to my husband’s promise that he’d “take care of everything.” Instead, I opened the door to find Leo wrapped around another woman on our couch. When I confronted him, he didn’t apologize—he smirked and told me I had one hour to pack…
The moment my twin daughters were placed in my arms was supposed to be the happiest of my life. After a long and difficult journey to motherhood, I was finally there, exhausted but overflowing with love. I sent a joyful text to my husband, Mark, eager to share the incredible news. I pictured his face…
Stock image of sad teen. Credit / Shutterstock The mother of a 14-year-old who died by suicide claims he was the victim of a “sextortion” scam that took place online. Any parent will tell you of the many concerns they harbor when it comes to their children finding their feet in the wild west that…
Many people don’t worry about food poisoning—until they experience it themselves. Thankfully, following proper food safety practices can help avoid eating contaminated food. Harmful bacteria, viruses, or parasites can infect food at different stages, including storage, preparation, and cooking. Individuals who are pregnant, have weakened immune systems, are younger than five, or older than 60…
The Iconic Star Embraces European Summer with Friends, Style, and Grace June 21, 2024 – Italy – International superstar Jennifer Lopez has been enjoying a relaxing Mediterranean escape, spotted cruising the Italian coast this week amid speculation about her personal life. The singer and actress, 54, was photographed aboard a luxury boat with close friends, exuding…