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Your Everyday Heroes
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.
The following hero stories have been tagged with Excellence
Kenda N
Kenda is a Hero as she has brought more joy, smiles and higher self-esteem to my young adult child and others like him. You see, Kenda created and directs "Movement E-Motion", a dance program for individuals with different abilities - young adults aged 13 to seniors with Down Syndrome, Autism and physical challenges.
This lady, the artistic director of AZDance Group which is a professional c... read more→
Values:
EXCELLENCE
Alan T
Al was an educator who believed the best in kids and families. He was a highly regarded (and award winning) elementary school principal when I first met him and not too much later, I found out he had MS. He retired after 25 years and fought MS for his, too few, remaining years. He died a few years ago, far too young - but content that he had made a difference in the lives of countless childr... read more→
Values:
EXCELLENCE
Mabel B.
Mabel was my Grandma. I truly think she was really an Angel though. She was almost non-human in the ways she dealt with people. Here are some of the extraordinary examples from her life that have had a profound effect on mine:
1. When my father was a child, some gas splashed on his legs at the gas station and right then a man threw a cigarette butt. My dad, who was 8 yrs old, caught fire... read more→
Values:
EXCELLENCE
Edward H
My grandfather is a "foundation Hero" in my life and my family’s lives. He told me many, many truths and two of these I will share with you.
He said, "The most valuable gift anyone can give you is an introduction to a truly good person."
He said, "The most valuable material thing you will ever own is your name."
My grandfather dressed for dinner, forgave with grace, owned his mistakes... read more→
Values:
EXCELLENCE
Gerard R
Gerry V. Radice, born December 9, 1918, is the oldest child in a family of four children. Mr. Radice grew up in Chicago. Taylor Street. Hyde park. Attended DePaul University. Joined Illinois National Guard. Federalized into US Army September, 1940. Active duty through April, 1946. Attended DePaul University through January, 1949. Attended University of Chicago March, 1949 through December, 1949... read more→
Values:
EXCELLENCE