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: Motivational

  • The Secret of Winners

    I recently came across the following story that I found interesting and inspirational. Unfortunately, I do not who wrote this analogy, I think that this is something that will inspire people whose desires and goals in their lives are to become leaders in their everyday lives. Enjoy! In the Jungle: 1. The Elephant is the…

  • The Four Candles – A Story of Peace in Troubled Times

    If you’ve ever felt despair, suffered tragedy or generally gone through the harshness of life, this is a wonderful story that will lift your spirits… The Four Candles burned slowly. Their Ambiance was so soft you could hear them speak… The First Candle said, “I Am Peace, but these days, nobody wants to keep me lit.” Then Peace’s flame slowly diminishes and…

  • Walk Backwards

    I hope people can learn how to walk backwards – starting today.  A long time ago, a man got drunk and passed out naked.  One of his sons found him and began telling others about his embarrassing position.  Maybe his son felt overlooked by his two brothers, maybe he was sternly corrected by his father,…

  • The Fireplace

    A member of the church, who previously had been attending services regularly, stopped going. After a few weeks, the pastor decided to visit him. It was a chilly evening. The pastor found the man at home alone, sitting before a blazing fire. Guessing the reason for his pastor’s visit, the man welcomed him, led him…

  • The Right Place

    Don’t ever forget this: A father said to his son: You graduated with honors, here is a car that I acquired many years ago … it is several years old. But before I give it to you, take it to the used car lot downtown and tell them I want to sell it and see…

  • Listening to the Sound of Silence

    Today’s world is getting busier and busier. It seems as though the anxieties, stresses, and the speed of the events going on around us are going faster and quicker every day. There are times when it seems like we just can’t catch up with the things that we would like to do. Our minds sometimes…

  • Ants in My Pants

    This is a great illustration as to why some people do not do politics.This was my friend’s article in his church’s newsletter. “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think…

  • Walk Backwards

    I hope people can learn how to walk backwards – starting today.  A long time ago, a man got drunk and passed out naked.  One of his sons found him and began telling others about his embarrassing position. Maybe his son felt overlooked by his two brothers, maybe he was sternly corrected by his father, maybe…

  • The Lesson of the Raven and the Eagle

    Have you ever let the “little things” in your life get you down, made you mad, or take the joy out of your life? If so, then today’s little story is just or you!! The only bird that dares to peck and irritate an eagle is the raven. It will sit on the eagle’s back…

  • We Are Not All in the Same Boat

    Over the course of the past few months, the CORONAVIRUS has had far reaching effects felt around the world. Millions of people have experienced a variety conditions and situations in not only their personal lives but also with their families and friends. One of the things that we all hear is, “We are all in…

  • When I Grow Up

    I remember when I was a little boy, watching and following my dad everywhere and wondering to myself what it would be like to be a “grown-up” and whether or not I would ever be as good as him. My father was a photographer who had his own little studio where he would take family…

  • Things Humans Can Learn from a Dog

    They say that dogs are man’s best friends and that’s true. But there are many great things that we as humans can learn from our little furry pets that can help better our lives and give us a better outlook on life. I decided to share with you a few things that people can learn…