March 2013 Winner
Congratulations to Jeanne H—our Everyday Hero of the Month contest winner for March. Read the inspirational nomination submitted by Kamryn. To nominate your everyday hero, click here.
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Your Everyday Hero Stories
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 a collection true stories about real-life everyday heroes, written by visitors to our site.
Ms. Geneva A.
Submitted by Laura Appleton about 1 year ago.
My hero is my ex-mother-in-law. Her faith in the Lord is astounding and her resolve to overcome is amazing. Mrs. A, as we like to call her, is now almost 90 years old. She still lives alone, drives to the grocery, etc. and takes care of herself. But her story began years and years ago. In fact, I don't know…
Warren B.
Submitted by Lisa Fricke about 1 year ago.
One of my Heroes by Lisa Fricke, Nebraska This person is one of my heroes for numerous reasons. The ability to teach by exemplary example is one of his stellar qualities. He has taught thousands of young adults the value of a solid reputation, “Wealth can always be recreated, but reputation takes a lifetime to build and often only a…
Kaelyn G.
Submitted by Elizabeth about 1 year ago.
Kaelyn was born in May 2004, and for the first week of her life, everything was perfect. That all changed when she was 8 days old. All day, Kaelyn seemed very weak and after not eating anything for nine hours we knew that something was very wrong. We rushed Kaelyn to the ER, and that night changed our lives forever.…
Brian Tracy
Submitted by Vasile Stoica about 1 year ago.
Brian Tracy is Chairman and CEO of Brian Tracy International, a company specializing in the training and development of individuals and organizations. Brian's goal is to help you achieve your personal and business goals faster and easier than you ever imagined. Brian Tracy has consulted for more than 1,000 companies and addressed more than 5,000,000 people in 5,000 talks and…
Bessie F.
Submitted by Bailey about 1 year ago.
I have a best friend who is actually my grandma. She is a very good hearted person. She has been through a lot. Her husband divorced of her, took everything from the house and left her with nothing. She is a very strong believer in Christ and goes to church every Sunday. She has helped me through a lot of…
Leah Mary Mc Gow M.
Submitted by Jessie about 1 year ago.
Leah-Mary is a 35 year old single mom. She grew up in the "system", was tortured by a madman at 17, kidnapped by 2 men at 18, and had countless estrangements from her family and friends. When she finally had her life straight again, she fell in love and had a son. Her spouse mentally, and emotionally abused her for…
Jamie G.
Submitted by Dylan Graupner about 1 year ago.
The best Dad ever. I have never met someone as true and as kind as my father. Honest and moral values make up every day life for him. He encourages me to succeed and prosper in school, sports and my social life. I model myself after him and hope to one day be like him.
Jeff M.
Submitted by Jenny about 1 year ago.
My husband is a hero of perseverance and persistence. After suddenly losing his wife of 22 years he refused to succumb to the grief that overwhelmed him. He forced himself to move forward and continued living life without self-pity. A year later while on holiday in Greece we met and fell in love instantly, marrying a year later. Soon thereafter…
Taryn G.
Submitted by John Green about 1 year ago.
My hero is my beautiful daughter, Taryn Anita, who selflessly gave me a kidney almost two years ago and literally saved my life. She was 23 years old at the time and wouldn't take NO for an answer. She graduated college a month and a half before the transplant and majored in Ag.Business with a minor in Equine Science. I…
Chandra M.
Submitted by Shamla about 1 year ago.
My mother is my hero. She has gone hungry to fed us, bore pain to see about us. Waked nights after nights to ensure our comfort. Do without, in order for us to get what we wanted. My mom gave up part of her life to ensure my education for a sure future that is unsure of.
Pauline Fry
Submitted by Carola True about 1 year ago.
The first time I laid eyes on Pauline was in a large factory cafeteria. I was just a kid, just turned 18, alone and trying to survive in a strange town, never had a job before, a wallflower, shy, the whipping child from a toxic family. I was overwhelmed by the factory... a loud buzzer went off and your section…
J B.
Submitted by SB about 1 year ago.
When I think of heroes, I think of my sister. Although she is accomplished professionally, it is how she has lived her life that makes her my role model. She has traveled the world, climbed Mt. Everest and Mt. Kilimanjaro, ridden the Rockies, scaled the pyramids in Egypt. Wherever she goes, the leaves behind a breadcrumb of kindness from visiting…
Chet
Submitted by Daniel about 1 year ago.
My hero is Chet. Mr. Chet was like a second dad to me. He was a proud member of the National Air Guard. He would put down and sacrifice anything for his country, even his life. I looked up to him as a hero. On that day in 2006, a helicopter went down in Iraq. He was among the crew…
Wendy P.
Submitted by Althea about 1 year ago.
This person is a hero because no matter what she is faced with, she always manages to put on a brave face, be organized, support and be loving towards others. In the past year she has lost her job and was then reinstated, is dealing with her husband having lung cancer and is currently caring full time for him. She…
Bonnie L.
Submitted by Jillian about 1 year ago.
The story with my hero begins with when I was in the 7th grade. My teacher had always taught us inspirational values and quotes. I will always remember her voice and how those sayings carried on, but sadly she has passed away from cancer. She will never be forgotten. I love and miss you! "No matter how far you go…
Joe B.
Submitted by Diane Hammon about 1 year ago.
Joe is one of the people everyone in town knows--he always has tickets for each fundraiser in town and you just know when he asks you to by one or a few that you will do it--he always has a smile and a warm greeting and calls you a special nickname because he is such a caring person. He has…
Elizabeth H.
Submitted by Kathy about 1 year ago.
My sister is my "big" sister Elizabeth. She is 65 now, and I am 56. She married the love of her life, 43 years ago. They always worked hard, earned everything they had, and always had time or money to give to others. She was diagnosed with Cardio Myopothy and kidney disease 10 years ago. 5 years ago, her husband…
Nancy S.
Submitted by John Spasiano about 1 year ago.
She was my wife, for life. Our children are who they are because of US. She inspire (ed) (s) me to be who & what I am. Her life was cut short, but the life she lead was immense. My devotion to her was no less. These were the best 25 years of my life and now I miss her…
Mystery Princess P.
Submitted by Angela about 1 year ago.
My hero isn't stunningly beautiful. My hero doesn't talk; she isn't even human. My hero is my Arabian mare, Missy. She listens to me when no one else will. She carries my burdens, releases me from them. I feel a bit of true freedom when I mount her. True friends last forever.
Alexander E.
Submitted by Ron Erlandson about 1 year ago.
So, I had an amazing experience with my 6 yr old son. We have a special saying that I try to instill in him. Simply "always be a good man." There is more, but that really says it all. Well, last night as we were getting him ready for bed, we sat and said our prayers for the night. Afterwards,…
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