My Good Time Stories

Inspirational, Motivational, and Heartwarming Stories

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I am a 61 year old, father of two boys and have been happily married for 33 years. I have been a Physical Education teacher and coach for 38 years and have loved EVERY minute of it. I enjoy making people laugh and feel good about themselves. It’s fun collecting inspiring and heartwarming stories.from people. So, if you have a good story…let me know! I hope you enjoy my page!! :) Remember: Everyone is fighting a battle that you know nothing about. Be kind. Always.

Category: Life

  • A Story of Real Richness

    The story highlights that true wealth is not about material possessions but about relationships and experiences. A boy from a wealthy family learns this lesson during a trip to a less fortunate farm, realizing that happiness comes from love, nature, and freedom rather than financial abundance. Personal values define wealth.

  • What Love Means to a Child

    A collection of heartfelt definitions of love by children ages 3-8 reveals profound insights. Their responses highlight love as kindness, friendship, and support, illustrated through simple acts like sharing and caring. These sweet interpretations remind us of love’s essence and encourage spreading joy and compassion in our lives.

  • A Giggle for the Day: “On God’s Time”

    Need a giggle? If so, then today’s post is just fo you!!! A man walked to the top of a hill to talk to God. The man asked, “God, what’s a million years to you?” and God said, “A minute.” Then the man asked, “Well, what’s a million dollars to you?” and God said, “A…

  • “Little Hammer” – A Story of Determination

    “Little Hammer” – A Story of Determination

    One of the things I enjoy finding are true-life stories of normal, everyday people that inspire and demonstrate the power and determination of human spirit. Regardless of the socio-economic status of someone, it takes a special degree of willpower and dedication to finish a big project. It is also interesting how some individuals will keep…

  • Life in Perspective

    The post highlights how perspective shapes our experiences, using the story of two hikers on a mountain. While one sees hardship, the other finds beauty. A testimony from Jim Carrey illustrates resilience amid adversity, recounting his upbringing in poverty and dreams of stardom. He emphasizes that humor can emerge from pain, sharing that laughter helped…

  • Stronger Together

    Sequoias thrive not merely due to their size, but because of their interdependent root systems that connect and support each other. They endure harsh conditions while sharing nutrients and resilience. This parallels human resilience, suggesting that meaningful connections within systems may be more valuable than pursuing individual self-sufficiency.

  • The Ripple Effect of Kindness

    The Ripple Effect of Kindness Sometimes, the most powerful changes begin with the smallest gestures. This story shows how a simple act of kindness in an ordinary moment can ripple outward, touching lives in unexpected ways. One chilly afternoon, Maya was leaving the grocery store when she noticed a mother struggling with two heavy bags…

  • The Courageous Life of Madeline Astor After the Titanic

    Many of us believe that some of the best things to have in life to make us happy are things like money, boats, cars, big houses, etc. My grandma used to tell me a long time ago that the most important things in a person’s life are the things that are unseen…and it’s true. When…

  • Can Prayer Save America?

    During the Civil War, a friend of Abraham Lincoln was a visitor in the White House. “One night I was restless and could not sleep… From the private room where the President slept, I heard low tones. Instinctively I wandered in, and there was a sight which I have never forgotten, It was the President,…

  • The Perfect Man & The Perfect Woman

    The post humorously explores the age-old debate about gender superiority through a whimsical story of a perfect man and woman aiding Santa Claus. Their perfect lives end with an accident, revealing that only the perfect woman existed, implying that men are flawed. Ultimately, it suggests women often disregard advice, poking fun at gender stereotypes.

  • The Power of Purpose: How Alexander Graham Bell Gave the World Its Voice

    Alexander Graham Bell aimed to help the deaf hear rather than revolutionize communication. Influenced by his family’s deafness, he sought to transmit voice through electricity. In 1876, he succeeded, but faced patent wars and remained restless, innovating beyond the telephone. His legacy persists as a testament to love and purpose.

  • The Eagle’s Ascent

    The Eagle’s Ascent High above the mountains, where clouds kissed the sun and silence ruled the skies, soared an old eagle named Arion. He was known by all as the strongest and wisest of the sky-dwellers, a master of the winds and keeper of peace. One morning, as Arion glided effortlessly through the golden dawn,…