#life-stories

[ follow ]
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

The young Iranian poet who lost her life in an Israeli strike

Parnia Abbasi was bright and full of life, known for her love of Coldplay, her adventurous spirit summiting Mount Damavand, and her passion for poetry.
UK news
#friendship
more#friendship
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I'm 93 and am not ready to quit my job. I'm not rich but I'm comfortable and fulfilled.

Fay Pacchioli, at 93, continues working as a bookkeeper, driven by passion and the enjoyment of her life, despite financial challenges.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

People Are Sharing The Random Acts Of Kindness That Have Really Stuck With Them

Strangers can have a profound impact through simple acts of kindness.
NYC politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

No-Parking Zone: The Perils of Finding a Spot in N.Y.C.

George Bichikashvili embodies resilience and optimism as he navigates life in America, adapting from ballet in Tbilisi to street work in the Bronx.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

People Are Sharing Their Stories That No One Quite Believes, And Damn, Some Of These Are Wild

'I randomly ended up sitting next to the same stranger on three different flights in two days - without planning it. We joked that the universe was forcing us to become friends.'
OMG science
fromsilive
3 months ago

Staten Island obituaries for Thursday, May 1, 2025

Mary Teresa Capdevielle, who passed away on April 28, 2025, was remembered for her kindness and dedication to family, as well as her love for baking and crafts.
NYC LGBT
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

People Are Sharing The Secrets They Weren't Supposed To Find Out, And Some Of These Are Real Dark

People often stumble upon shocking family secrets that can dramatically alter their understanding of relationships.
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

People Are Sharing The Celebrities Who Should Write Memoirs

Justin Bieber! On the surface, he seemed to have grown up in front of our eyes with cameras on his every move, but almost his entire life has been flooded with rumors and conspiracies that he has neither confirmed nor denied. It would be interesting to get his truths about his life and fame straight from him.
London politics
Writing
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Meet the letter writers: 'The letter I'm most proud of had just three words. I deliberated a long time over them'

Writing can be a vital way of expression throughout one's life, regardless of age.
fromIndependent
4 months ago

'I just knew the baby was coming' - Family thriving 10 weeks on from dad delivering son in lay-by

On a freezing January day, a Derry couple experienced a life-changing moment when Dean delivered their baby in the back of their Suzuki Swift. This dramatic event highlights the unexpected and miraculous nature of childbirth.
Parenting
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
5 months ago

What It's Like to Be a Waitress on a Cruise Ship

Presley Pfereka overcame personal hardships and pursued her dream of working on cruise ships, eventually thriving in her career with Azamara.
[ Load more ]