Some comments got harsher, with users stating, “She is old. Put some clothes on,” and “It really looks like a rhinestone diaper.” Although many acknowledged she’s in excellent shape, they still felt the styling missed the mark. On X (formerly Twitter), the debate continued. One user remarked, “The designer should be fired,” while another said, … Read more
I’d had enough. My boss was having an affair with the intern, and I was already planning to quit. So when his jealous wife called—like she always did—I finally told the truth. “Come see him with the hot new intern,” I said. To my surprise, she laughed. “Oh darling, I know! She’s my best friend’s … Read more
“So what kind of mentorship happens behind a locked door?” I asked. Her breath caught.“All those nights… he was lying?” “Oh honey, he wasn’t just lying—he was building a second life.” A loud slam sounded. “I’ve been made a fool!” “You have,” I said, “but not by me.” “I’m coming there. Don’t let them leave.” … Read more
A fiery crash in Battle Creek nearly turned tragic — until a group of ordinary neighbors risked their lives to save a driver trapped inside a burning car. Around 6 p.m. on November 5, 2025, a car slammed into a cement barrier on Capital Avenue Northeast and burst into flames. Off-duty dispatcher Megan Waschak heard … Read more
Another resident, Robert Hegerberg, witnessed the crash after leaving a Lions Club meeting. He directed traffic and took photos, determined to ensure the rescuers’ bravery wasn’t forgotten. In the days that followed, he contacted city officials, tracked down the heroes, and shared the photos to document what happened. On November 26, the City of Battle … Read more
Don’t see my daughter much after wife’s death, but we talk every day. On my 80th, I wanted nothing but to see her, so I drove over. She looks nervous, asks, “Dad, what are you here for?” I say, “Just wanted to be with you for my birthday.” Told her I’d wait on the sofa, … Read more
It turns out, the “two men” were her fiancé and her best friend’s husband, helping set up my surprise 80th birthday party. She’d been nervous because she wanted it to be perfect and didn’t expect me to show up early. She said she feared I’d think she forgot about me and wanted to make the … Read more
Many years ago, my wife and I were driving home late at night when our car broke down in a remote area. With no cell phones at the time, we were stranded until a college student stopped and offered us a ride into town. When we tried to pay him, he simply smiled and said, … Read more
In that moment, I understood what he meant when he asked us to “pass it on.” Kindness is not about paying someone back; it is about keeping the chain of compassion alive. His legacy lived on in the people he saved, and in all of us who were touched by his generosity. Since then, I’ve … Read more
It often starts with a simple observation—one day, you glance down at your hands and notice faint lines tracing the length of your fingernails. For many people, these vertical ridges become more visible with age, prompting curiosity, a little concern, or even a quick online search. While the change can feel surprising at first, it’s … Read more