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: Thought Provoking

  • Words of Wisdom to Make Your Day

    No matter how hard we try to perfect our daily lives, there are still times when we all need words that will uplift our spirits and give us the encouragement that we desire. I always find it fascinating how when I am having a difficult or challenging day how a simple little word or gesture…

  • The Value of Life

    All of us have a sense of value about our lives. We like to think that it has a lot of worth and significance for ourselves and towards others. But sometimes, because of difficult and challenging circumstances, we begin to doubt the usefulness of the life that we have been given. Well, today I would…

  • Historical Stories Behind Popular Phrases – Second Edition

    As I promised in an earlier publication, here are some more stories behind common phrases…. “Good Night. Sleep Tight” In Shakespeare’s time, mattresses were secured on bed frames by ropes. When you pulled on the ropes, the mattress tightened, making the bed firmer to sleep on. Hence the phrase…’Goodnight , sleep tight’  “Honeymoon” It was the accepted practice in Babylon 4,000…

  • The Power of 86,400

    Every once in a while I come across an article that makes me stop and think. In this case, I read an article on dobhran.com which made me ponder…exactly what do I do with the time that is given to me each day? After reading the following essay, I trust that it will allow you…

  • Like Two Peas in A Pod….

    There is nothing better in the whole world as a nice friend to snuggle with!

  • Finding Strength in Difficult Times

    There are times throughout our lives when things or circumstances can get so difficult…that our dreams or goals seems totally unreachable. But, the difference between an extraordinary person and an ordinary person…is that little EXTRA!  There are also times that we need that one special person to help us “pull through” the tough situation that…

  • Overcoming Your Fears

    First of all, I want to say that not all fears are bad. The feeling of fear and fright can actually be good and are “built-in” mechanisms in our bodies. For example, if you were walking and suddenly saw a big, ole bear coming your way, you would experience a level of alarm and handle…

  • The ABC’s of Friendship

    Here is a nice little list that I recently found that demonstrates the important points of a good friend in a fun way. (A)ccepts you as you are (B)elieves in “you” (C)alls you just to say “HI” (D)oesn’t give up on you (E)nvisions the whole of you (even the unfinished parts) (F)orgives your mistakes (G)ives…

  • One Of The Most Precious Things….

    How often do we take the simplest things in life for granted? This short video shows the joy and beauty of hearing.

  • Buying A Miracle For One Dollar and Eleven Cents

    Every once in a while, I come across a story that renews my faith in miracles. The following true story is an example of how miracles just “don’t happen” but come from a higher being. Tess was a precocious eight year old when she heard her Mom and Dad talking about her little brother, Andrew.…

  • A Heartwarming Tribute to 9/11

    A few years ago, the U.S. Naval Academy Anchormen choir sung this song in tribute to the 10th anniversary of 9/11. It’s a beautiful song, dedicated to those that risked their lives to help others, and the wonderful men and women that we lost on that day. We must work together as a nation to…

  • One Hundred Dollars An Hour!!

    There are some times in our everyday lives that we become so busy with things like work or our careers, that we can quite often spend less time with the things that are really important. Today’s story gives us a great illustration of this life principle. ————– SON: “Daddy, may I ask you a question?”…