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Appreciation Hero: Joyce

Submitted by When I was twelve, mom became a single parent and raised my sister and I completely by herself. As the daughter of an Appalachian brick mason (and one of seven children), my mother was no stranger to tough and meager times. How she managed to keep... Read more

Appreciation Hero: Mario

Submitted by My son Mario is my Hero. I truly believe if more people were like him this world would be a beautiful place. He is 14 and has been a blessing from day one. He has never gone a day without saying "I love you Mom." He is the only one who can make me... Read more

Appreciation Hero: My dad

Submitted by Jose 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. Read more

Appreciation Hero: Katie

Submitted by Jennifer I am a single mother of two children. I had been divorced for a year and struggled to make ends meet when I stopped by a girlfriends office to run errands with her on her lunch break. I was leaving the office when her secretary followed me out. Sh... Read more

Appreciation Hero: My dad

Submitted by Laney 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. Read more
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Thank You Team Hoyt

Submitted by Anonymous Dear Team Hoyt'You are my heroes and inspiration. I first read about you both in Runner's World and was very touched. I will never forget your extraordinary story. I have a picture of you both running and Rick raising his arm and below the picture... Read more

Sebastopol FFA

Submitted by Anonymous The FFA (Future Farmers of America) of Sebastopol, California has changed my life so much since freshman year. During Middle School and even before that, I felt like I didn't fit in anywhere. But through FFA I have met a lot of new friends. I ... Read more

Sorry for the Inconvenience

Submitted by Rod Williams The Armed Forces Appreciation Day at the rodeo was a great success. We had 3,000+ troops on the ground representing all branches of the military. Fortunately, Kenny brought the Air Force golf cart, which he was kind enough to turn over to me for t... Read more

The Name Tag

Submitted by Alferd I could vividly recall years back during my first day in 5th grade. I was a new student then, having transferred to an exclusive school for boys. Life was financially difficult for my parents having transferred me to a school with a higher tuitio... Read more

Separated Family

Submitted by Brittney Imade Having my parents separated was hard on me when I was young. I never understood why they weren’t together anymore, and why I didn’t see my mom as often. But as time passed, I got close to both of my parents even though I didn’t live with them in t... Read more
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God gave us memory that we might have roses in December.
James M. Barrie Novelist, Dramatist (1860-1937);
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I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.
Michelangelo Sculptor, Painter, Architect (1475-1564);
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Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.
Robert Brault American Writer (born 1938);
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You bring out the best in yourself by looking for the best in others.
Gene Bedley National Educator Of The Year -
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Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home.
Dame Edith Sitwell British Poet (1887-1964);
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APPRECIATION

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My Life in Sports

This spot was intended to reach out to all of us who are not so athletically minded. No matter what your talent is, it is important and worth developing. For adults, parents and mentors, it's impor... Read More

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Bruce Willingham 3 months ago from Warner Robins, Ga
Appreciation is to show gratefulness to someone.
Anderson 3 months ago from Colatina, ES - Brasil
I appreciate the videos from this site, your videos will bring peace and make me a better person.
Rob Path 4 months ago from Brunswick, Georgia
Wow really love it!
shabnam 7 months ago from Newark,de
Many thanks for this wonderful site! I really appreciate that!
Valores 10 months ago from New York
I love values.com! Please continue to share stories, etc.
Valeriy Razin'kov over 1 year ago from rus
Good afternoon! My name is Valeriy Razinkov. First time saw your channel during our trip, and we immediately liked it! came home, we found your channel and look at it with pleasure. long wanted to write to you, but did not know the address. I want to say thank you for your work. a lot of information we see on the screen! we want to be closer to you and feel you next! Razinkov Valeriy
Netra Khanna almost 2 years ago from India
I have been following your site since 2004 when it was forbetterlife.org. You have changed the format, but values remain the same. I really appreciate it...please continue to share stories etc.
penny over 2 years ago from south dakota
i appreciate values.com...it helps me look at the values that mean something in my life...i dont give to get thanks...i give because it feels good
Sandie S over 2 years ago from New Cuyama, CA
Our whole family have shared that. When one of your messages appear on Fox News each of us stop to watch and listen. We all appreciate what you are doing. Your site and all that it does is an inspiration to us all. Please don't stop as you never know whose heart you may soften or whose life you might touch for the better. From all of us to all of you "Thank You."
Abbigator over 2 years ago from Manassas, Va
For all of the future generations, don't stop what it is you're all doing, we can change this world, one simple act at a time. God Bless all of You.
Marylou L over 2 years ago from La Habra, CA
This is what we have needed for a very long time!! Thanks so much for putting the act of kindness out there. My kids love the commercials and it is teaching people that we have control over our actions. Don't stop!

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