At just two years old, Roman Dinkel is probably the most inspiring toddler you’ll see all week.
He was born with Spina Bifida, yet attacks life with an infectious enthusiasm that is inspiring hearts around the world.
Roman’s parents, Whitney and Adam Dinkel, found out their son had a birth defect at their 20-week ultrasound.
While 64 percent of prenatally diagnosed babies with Spina Bifida are terminated, Roman’s parents never considered ending their child’s life.
Roman’s life is a gift, a beautiful story that his parents document on a Facebook page dedicated to their son: Defying Odds: Roman’s Journey.
Adam Dinkel shares information about Spina Bifida, heartfelt stories and updates about Roman’s progress, and adorable videos of his tot’s milestones.
Recently, Roman has learned to walk using a pair of forearm crutches, dubbed as his “sticks.”
The adorably small sticks are just the right size for Roman’s height, and it wasn’t long before a few wobbly steps in the living room turned into a walk outside.
Roman’s father posted a video of Roman bursting with pride over his newfound ability. Roman couldn’t help but share his joy with the family dog, Maggie.
“Look, Maggie, I walking Maggie!” Roman gushed as he walked down a carpeted hallway.
It was a moment to be celebrated and cherished, and nearly 14 million people think so, too. Roman has legions of new cheerleaders, thanks to this adorable clip.
His parents are thrilled with Roman’s progress, sharing a little more about how the new crutches have helped their son gain a little more independence.
“I promise I’m going to stop talking about this soon, but this kid keeps blowing my mind,” Roman’s parents wrote.
“I decided to take him outside to test out his sticks in the grass.”“Not only did he walk all over the yard but then he walked across the street and down the road and turned around and came all the way back. Without any help from me!”
Roman has been defying the odds since he was in the womb. And by the looks of things, this tenacious little boy isn’t going to quit anytime soon.
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Summer is a glorious time of year, but it’s true that all good things must come to an end. So as the pool toys and patio furniture go on clearance and the school supplies come out, there are usually some pretty unhappy campers out there. However, there’s no getting around it – the first day of school is on its way.
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For one family they were all prepared for their kids to head back to the classroom. It was the first day of school and as many parents do they headed outside in the morning for a traditional send off. The two students were dressed in their nice outfits with backpacks on, watching as the bus pulled up. Sure they were probably a little nervous, but that never stops a parent from making them get on!
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Dad’s filming the scene as mom does the final goodbye, even taking a couple photos on the bus steps. It’s a moment that brings a tear to many parents’ eyes watching their babies head off. Well, or maybe not… After the bus drives away dad flips the camera around and shows everyone how he really feels about his kids going back to school – and it’s hilarious! Watch the video below to see if you or someone you know can relate to this guy’s over-the-top reaction.
A wife arrived home after a long shopping trip, and was horrified to find her husband in bed with a young, lovely thing. Just as she was about to storm out of the house, her husband stopped her with these words:
“Before you leave, I want you to hear how this all came about. Driving home, I saw this young girl, looking poor and tired, I offered her a ride.She was hungry, so I brought her home and fed her some of the roast you had forgotten about in the refrigerator.” Her shoes were worn out so I gave her a pair of your shoes you didn’t wear because they were out of style.She was cold so I gave her that new birthday sweater you never wore even once because the color didn’t suit you. Her slacks were worn out so I gave her a pair of yours that you don’t fit into anymore.Then as she was about to leave the house, she paused and asked, “Is there anything else that your wife doesn’t use anymore?” “And so, here we are!”SHARE if it made you LAUGH 🙂
The Greek island of Santorini has over 500 steps to climb before tourists can enjoy the view from the very top of Fira, the capital of the island.
To make sure that visitors don’t’ actually have to do this incredibly arduous climb up the steps, donkeys are used, they plod up and down the hill each and every day like some sort of animal lift system.
This quite traditional ride is quite the tourist attraction, to say the least, but it does take a massive toll on the donkeys, working so hard, every day, day in, day out!
Animal rights activists have released the gruesome images from behind the scenes of what actually goes on, that you don’t get to see, the tourist industry has been shaken to the core.
In the baking hot day, the donkeys are forced to carry the tourists up the jill, one after the other, the paths are commonly very steep in parts and also a little dangerous in other parts.
It’s not like the animals are given any kind of respite, or any kind of care, because they are not at all, animal rights groups claim also that tourists, on the whole, are getting much heavier, increasing their workload even more.
It really is a job for the donkeys that have no end, not without even a little break for them, seven days a week, every week, but are they getting ample water and being treated well for their work? No apparently not!!
A newspaper in Britain, called the Sun, says that owners at the Santorini attraction have bred the donkeys with horses, these mules are much stronger, bigger and of course more equipped to be able to last longer, to carry the tourists of course…
A picture really can say far more than mere words, and to document the cases too, especially in such cases of animal cruelty, the evidence is key.
Photos from Network for Animals have now been released, they document all the bloody wounds you don’t see, the ones hidden from tourists as they book their tickets for the donkey ride.
A lot of the donkeys don’t even have saddles that are properly fitted, which makes their injuries even worse, they are so exhausted by the end of the day that they can’t even get to their feet again after they finish.
Help the Santorini Donkeys said:
“It’s recommended that animals should carry no more than 20 percent of their own body weight. The obese and overweight tourists, combined with the lack of shade and water as well as the sheer heat and 568 cobbled steps, is what is causing such a problem.”
Even without carrying excess overweight passengers, the working conditions that these donkeys have to work in every day would still be quite tortuous, without any doubt.
So what can the ordinary tourist do to help them?
Without a market for these rides, they will cease to exist, tourists can fight against this terrible trade by not participating and trying their best to spread the word and raise awareness of the animal cruelty involved.
Thankfully though, because of the hard work of animal rights activists, it’s becoming increasingly hard for the owners of such businesses to cover up the nasty results of their business.
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It’s not uncommon to see people with overflowing carts at second hand stores. After all, being able to find amazing treasures at low prices can make it hard to resist!
But when a customer at a Goodwill in Canton, Ohio spotted a teen with an arm full of coats he became a little curious. Sure, they were probably a great deal – yet there was something about it that sparked his interest.
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The customer decided to approach the teen to find out why he was purchasing so many winter coats. He asked him about it, not expecting the young man’s answer to be so heartfelt and powerful.
As it turns out, he wasn’t buying the six coats for himself. In fact, he wouldn’t be wearing a single one of them at all. He was buying them for the homeless.
Being so touched by the teen’s explanation, the customer decided to snap a photo of him as he went to pay for all the coats – which totaled $65. Upon returning home he told his daughter about what he had witnessed and asked her to share the experience online so others could know of his selfless deed.
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His daughter, Haley Stewart, posted the photo of the teen on Facebook along with the story and a beautiful message (which was shared by Love What Matters). She wrote:
“We don’t know who you are, Sir, but you deserve recognition! Keep being an amazing person! A very sweet and kind young man… My dad snapped his photo while shopping, after asking him what the coats were for, and it really touched his heart. We need more people like him, in this world.”
The photo of the kindhearted teen went viral, which is what led to his identity being uncovered. 19-year-old Fredrick White was the one in Goodwill that day buying the coats for the homeless – and even went back later to buy gloves and hats.
Fredrick had become inspired by an idea he saw on Facebook where people were hanging free coats on posts around the city to help the homeless. He also feels the United Way’s Get Connected program steered him in the direction of wanting to make an impact in his community.
He told WKYC News:
“One good deed for each person. Just wake up and do something different.”Twitter/Amani Abraham
Although his act of kindness was about giving to others, the people at Goodwill decided they wanted to do something special for Fredrick as well. He was presented with a $200 gift card to be used at their stores.
It’s incredible to see people of all ages lending helping hands to those in need. Hopefully Fredrick’s heart of gold continues to inspire others!
When U.S Marine Dave Woodruff learned his deployment was coming to an end a bit earlier than expected, he decided to give his family a surprise to remember.
During the past two years of his life, he was spending lots of time away from home and missed on many important events. Needless to say, he just couldn’t wait to return to his home town again.
His arrival, however, was kept a secret as he planned on going to ‘a secret mission’ with the help of his friends. The reunion he was about to prepare for those who were eagerly waiting for him to be back is unique and touching.
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It all took place while his parents were attending service at Christ the King Church in Deville, New Jersey. They thought it was just going to be a day like any other, not realizing that the so much anticipated homecoming of their son was awaiting just around the corner.
As the pastor was preaching, he told the membership how they had a little treat before they dismissed everyone. Soldier Woodruff was waiting in the car outside the church and his mom and dad had no idea he was so close to them.
Woodruff prepared a touching video for his dad’s 53rd birthday and everyone at the church started crying when he said how much he loved and missed his parents. Who wouldn’t ask for such a caring and loving son?
As people were wiping their tears commenting how great of a guy Woodruff is, he told them to turn around.
The rest is too good to be put into words, so take a look at it yourself in the video below.
While dad is softly playing on the guitar, this little baby is trying out for lead vocals, but just can’t stay awake long enough to make it through the song. What a precious little angel!
WATCH this lovely video below:
A young Italian boy went to confess to his priest.
“Bless me Father, for I have sinned. I have been with a loose girl.”
The priest asks, “Is that you, little Joey Pagano?”“Yes, Father, it is.”“And who was the girl you were with?”“I cant tell you, Father. I don’t want to ruin her reputation.”“Well, Joey, Im sure to find out her name sooner or later so you may as well tell me now. Was it Tina Minetti?”“I cannot say.”“Was it Teresa Mazzarelli?”“Ill never tell.”“Was it Nina Capelli?”“I’m sorry, but I cannot name her.”“Was it Cathy Piriano?”“My lips are sealed.”“Was it Rosa DiAngelo, then?”“Please, Father, I cannot tell you.”
The priest sighs in frustration. “You’re very tight lipped, and I admire that. But you’ve sinned and have to atone. You cannot be an altar boy now for 4 months. Now you go and behave yourself.”
Joey walks back to his pew, and his friend Franco slides over and whispers, “What’d you get?”“Four months vacation and five good leads!”
A picture really can say far more than mere words, and to document the cases too, especially in such cases of animal cruelty, the evidence is key.
Photos from Network for Animals have now been released, they document all the bloody wounds you don’t see, the ones hidden from tourists as they book their tickets for the donkey ride.
A lot of the donkeys don’t even have saddles that are properly fitted, which makes their injuries even worse, they are so exhausted by the end of the day that they can’t even get to their feet again after they finish.
Help the Santorini Donkeys said:
So what can the ordinary tourist do to help them?
Without a market for these rides, they will cease to exist, tourists can fight against this terrible trade by not participating and trying their best to spread the word and raise awareness of the animal cruelty involved.
Thankfully though, because of the hard work of animal rights activists, it’s becoming increasingly hard for the owners of such businesses to cover up the nasty results of their business.
Please SHARE this and tell everyone you know, we can help the donkeys together!
Woodruff prepared a touching video for his dad’s 53rd birthday and everyone at the church started crying when he said how much he loved and missed his parents. Who wouldn’t ask for such a caring and loving son?
As people were wiping their tears commenting how great of a guy Woodruff is, he told them to turn around.
The rest is too good to be put into words, so take a look at it yourself in the video below.
