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People do extraordinary things every day. They share their time, resources, or love. They show incredible strength and courage. They inspire us by their example. Here are true stories about real-life heroes, written by visitors to the site. You can also share a story of your own hero.
Colin S.
As a successful lawyer in apartheid South Africa, Colin became increasingly uncomfortable with the racial separation and class stratification. Ultimately he decided to emigrate to America, which he saw as the shining city on the hill. Giving up a lucrative practice, and facing an uncertain future, he and his wife and daughter moved to Texas, where another SA expat known…
Read MoreJim W.
My hero is my dad for a lot of reasons. His intelligence, creativity, and caring personality are what make him my hero. I’ll start with his intelligence. He graduated Aitkin High School in 1984 as one of the biggest rednecks. He then went to a four year college to become a mechanic which is what he still is today. He…
Read MoreMarie P.
Marie P. is a wonderful young and joyful 79 year old angel who is a blessing to myself and many many others! Marie serves on almost every committee in our church. Marie helps with coffee hour and Youth Group and wherever she can provide baked brownies or cookies that are delicious and baked with love. Marie makes breakfast for our…
Read MoreJames M.
Strong with a soft heart. Solid, faith based values by which he lived ad died. Teaching/sharing came easy. Guiding sometimes difficult. Would help and take care of others and stood by for support even at the expense of his own safety. Could make and fix just about anything, very often from just about nothing. He said he would always be…
Read MoreFoundation For A Better Life
You people are my heroes. For so long I have wanted to send you a thanksgiving blessing for your witness to true love and the truth. You show simply,but extremely powerfully, the way life should and could be.
Read MoreGillean S.
A brave girl, now lovely lady of Grace, who is a terriffic Mother. We admire her and hope she is able to know she is celebrated this Mother's Day. All of the values listed below apply to this great lady of faith, love, joy and hope.
Read MoreCasey
I have known Casey for almost 7 years. I first met her through basketball, when I was only in 4th grade. She was a 6th grader and she was already a phenomenal basketball player. She has a lot of confidence, but she is never cocky. She has a strong head on her shoulders and knows what she wants. She is…
Read MoreLois H.
My boyfriend battled with alcoholism long before I met him. We met drinking, but 4 months into the relationship he got 2 DUI's within 2 weeks of each other. I like to party, but quit drinking to support him while he was on home confinement. He lasted 6 months and stopped breathalizing and going to his drivers benefits program. I…
Read MoreGertrude, Anita C.
I have three heroes in my life, they mean everything to me. I miss them more than you will ever know. My granny ma was the best, taught me lesson on how to be a good person, honest and forthright. My aunt was my savior, friend,family, and a mom. She taught me how to be a strong woman and be…
Read MoreRob D.
Rob Dyrdek has been a professional fixture in the world of skate boarding for more than twenty years. He is the host of Fantasy Factory and Ridiculousness. Fantasy Factory helps people fulfill their dreams. Ridiculousness about people doing stupid stuff caught on video. He is the owner of DC shoes. I think that he is a hero because he does…
Read MoreJames L.
My hero is my boyfriend James Roger Leonard. He is my hero because he has always been there for me. He has always brought me up when I was down. He has helped me focus on what’s most important in my life rather than all the negative things in my life. I couldn’t ask for a better partner. I have…
Read MoreAlexis L.
Alexis has been my best friend for over twelve years. Alexis is one of the most talented people I know but you would never know it unless someone else told you. Alexis is dedicated, ever since the first grade Alexis has devoted her life to basketball and now Alexis is going division one in basketball. Alexis is also very strong…
Read MoreBadger B.
My hero would have to my stepdad, "Badger" as they call him. He is the nicest dude you will ever meet. He's the guy that everyone knows and is welcoming to other people. I grew up without a dad and when he and my mom got together he took me in as one of his own and showed me he…
Read MoreStephen R. Covey
Recognized as one of Time magazine's 25 most influential Americans, Stephen R. Covey has dedicated his life to demonstrating how every person can truly control their destiny with profound, yet straightforward guidance. As an internationally respected leadership authority, family expert, teacher, organizational consultant, and author, his advice has given insight to millions. Some of Stephen R. Covey's milestones: Over 20…
Read MoreScott M.
My hero is my father Scott Mate. He is a great person, he works hard to get to where he needs and wants to be. He is a giver, he always puts others before himself. He has taught me so many things in life, he has good morals, a good work ethic, and is very smart. My Dad told me…
Read MoreSarah C.
I picked Sarah Elizabeth Chute because she has always been there for me ever since we were like 2 and 3 years old. We grew up together. I have always admired Sarah through the years of growing up. We have somewhat of a different personality, but we are still there for each other. We have never gotten into a fight.…
Read MoreGrandpa
I listed my Grandpa as my hero because he was family-oriented. He strove to be a stellar role model for my cousins, brothers, and myself. He attended church regularly, and was an active member of his community. He was a volunteer fireman, and the mayor of McGregor for a period of time. Although he knew he was flawed – he…
Read MoreMegan H.
Megan Hayes was my best childhood friend. We met at our dad’s softball tournament. It started by a group of us all playing tag. Megan asked one of the bratty little boys if she could play. The boy told her no. Megan asked why and he told her that she couldn’t play because she was in a wheel chair. Megan…
Read MoreJeff T.
My dad was the oldest of four boys growing up. He didn’t get the work stuff easy growing up, always worked for what he wanted. He graduated high school and went to college in Wadena for Electrical. He later went on and got his masters to start his own business. He started working at Deco before he owned his own…
Read MoreGary B.
My hero is my dad, Gary. He is my hero for many reasons. My dad was brought up in a very poor family. He had to walk to school everyday, even though he lived miles out of town. He also shared a room with his two brothers. My dad and his two brothers had a triple bunk, in a room…
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