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A Life ‘Simply Lived and Lived Simply’: Reader Pays Tribute to Immigrant Grandfather’s Legacy
James Park learns valuable lessons from the humble life his grandfather led.
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Daughter Pays Tribute to Father’s Unbreakable Spirit That Helped Pioneer Education for the Blind
A wartime mission left Patricia Conley’s father blind. His determination amid adversity inspires her.
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Reader Celebrates Her Father’s Heroic Deeds as a D-Day Glider Pilot
Despite having never met her father, a reader traveled to Normandy to fully understand her father’s sacrifices during World War II.
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‘If You Don’t Like Your Results, You Need to Change Your System’: Reader Pays Homage to Her Dad’s Words of Wisdom
Whenever she faced a challenge, she was reminded of her father’s sage advice.
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Stoking the Fire: A Writer Pays Tribute to His Mother Who Inspired a Lifelong Love of Learning
How one mother passed down her curiosity and love of learning to her future generations.
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What World War II Vet Taught His Granddaughter About the True Price of Freedom
A writer remembers what her grandfather, a World War II veteran, taught her about the meaning of freedom.
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The Best Christmas Gift a Mother Could Give
A writer’s memory of her mother’s generosity during a stormy Christmas Eve remains indelible.
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How an Immigrant From a Village in Italy Surpassed All Odds To Become Mayor of New York City in 1950
A writer remembers his great-uncle, who came a family of shoe cobblers in the Italian countryside and eventually became New York City mayor.
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Defense Engineer Finds Unique Way to Honor His Father’s World War II Bravery
A reader shares about a unique opportunity he had to honor his father, who served in the Marines during World War II.
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Reader Honors Uncle With Down Syndrome, Who Had Faith and Compassion in Spades
Remembering the compassion and strength displayed by a loved one with Down syndrome.
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A Life ‘Simply Lived and Lived Simply’: Reader Pays Tribute to Immigrant Grandfather’s Legacy
James Park learns valuable lessons from the humble life his grandfather led.
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Daughter Pays Tribute to Father’s Unbreakable Spirit That Helped Pioneer Education for the Blind
A wartime mission left Patricia Conley’s father blind. His determination amid adversity inspires her.
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Reader Celebrates Her Father’s Heroic Deeds as a D-Day Glider Pilot
Despite having never met her father, a reader traveled to Normandy to fully understand her father’s sacrifices during World War II.
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‘If You Don’t Like Your Results, You Need to Change Your System’: Reader Pays Homage to Her Dad’s Words of Wisdom
Whenever she faced a challenge, she was reminded of her father’s sage advice.
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Stoking the Fire: A Writer Pays Tribute to His Mother Who Inspired a Lifelong Love of Learning
How one mother passed down her curiosity and love of learning to her future generations.
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What World War II Vet Taught His Granddaughter About the True Price of Freedom
A writer remembers what her grandfather, a World War II veteran, taught her about the meaning of freedom.
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The Best Christmas Gift a Mother Could Give
A writer’s memory of her mother’s generosity during a stormy Christmas Eve remains indelible.
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How an Immigrant From a Village in Italy Surpassed All Odds To Become Mayor of New York City in 1950
A writer remembers his great-uncle, who came a family of shoe cobblers in the Italian countryside and eventually became New York City mayor.
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Defense Engineer Finds Unique Way to Honor His Father’s World War II Bravery
A reader shares about a unique opportunity he had to honor his father, who served in the Marines during World War II.
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Reader Honors Uncle With Down Syndrome, Who Had Faith and Compassion in Spades
Remembering the compassion and strength displayed by a loved one with Down syndrome.
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