Amy Louise
Amy is a reporter at Happily. After taking a creative writing degree, she has written for various entertainment publications in both the UK and USA. She loves unearthing and sharing good news stories from communities across the country, shining a light on the positive actions of everyday people. When not working, she loves nothing more than taking in a Broadway show or relaxing with her adorable Chihuahua, Jasper.
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Funny
Dad Returns Home to Find Kids Have Coated House in Baby Powder, Makes Them Make Snow Angels
A dad in Rhode Island returned home to find his daughters covered head to toe in baby powder. He was initially taken aback, but then he saw the funny side and let them play in the mess for a while. He eventually cleaned it up, but said it was worth it to see his daughters having fun.
Health
Grandmother With Alzheimer’s Lights up for ‘First-Ever’ Meetings With Baby Granddaughter
A new mom shares heartwarming videos of her mother with Alzheimer's meeting her baby granddaughter for the "first time ever." The videos show the grandmother lighting up and smiling when she sees the baby, even though she doesn't remember her. The mom says these moments are a reminder of the love her grandmother has for her granddaughter, even though she's struggling with the disease.
Health
Inspiring Story of Woman Who Lost Legs in Crash Completes Pull-up, Shows What’s Possible
Sarah Frei, 19, was involved in a head-on collision with a drunk driver in 2020 that left her paralyzed below the waist. She underwent 20 surgeries and eventually had both her legs amputated. But she never gave up hope, and on October 4, 2021, she completed her first pull-up from her wheelchair. Her story is an inspiration to us all.
Animal Rescue
Chipmunk Freed From Boulder After Family Hears Its Cries for Help
A family on a camping trip in Pine Valley, Utah, rescued a chipmunk trapped under a boulder after hearing its cries for help. Movie producer Dan Fowlks and his family used an RV jack to pry the rock up enough so the chipmunk could escape. The video of the act of kindness has since gone viral, with people all over the world praising the family for their compassion.
Relationships
Grandparents Surprised With 50th Anniversary Wedding After Never Having a Ceremony
Scottie and Kay Kratchen, from Chesapeake, Virginia, were surprised with a dream wedding 50 years after they got married in a small courthouse ceremony. The couple's family and friends gathered at a church to celebrate their 50th anniversary, and the moment was captured on video. The video has since gone viral, with people from all over the world praising the family for their gesture.
Family
Dad Stops Someone “Stealing” His Truck, Discovers Son He’s Not Seen in 10 Years
Tony "Tone" Yates Jr. surprised his dad, Tony "Ace" Yates, after more than a decade and a half apart. Ace thought his truck was being stolen, but when he turned around, he saw his son sitting in the driver's seat. The two hugged and Ace fought back tears at being with his son once more.
Lifestyle
15 Of Our Favorite Quotes From Fictional Characters That Will Leave You Feeling Inspired
“How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” – Winnie-the-Pooh
Health
Teen With Irreversible Hearing Loss Has Cochlear Implants Turned On… And The Result Is Magical
This is the emotional moment a teen with irreversible hearing loss has her cochlear implants activated for the very first time.