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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Family
Family Drives Across Border to Surprise Great-Grandmother with Newborn Granddaughter
A great-grandmother in California cried tears of joy when she was surprised on her birthday by her four-month-old great-granddaughter, who she had never met because of a months-long travel issue. The family drove across the border from Mexico to surprise the great-grandmother on her birthday, and the moment was captured on video.
Funny
Hungry Baby Tries to Breastfeed From Gorilla Statue
A hungry baby went ape for his next meal - hilariously trying to breastfeed from a gorilla statue.
School
Couple Reveals Pregnancy to Parents With Ultrasounds Inside Diploma Covers
Adrianna and Colby Cabatu, who were both graduating with MBAs from Louisiana State University in Shreveport, decided to use their graduation ceremony to surprise their parents with the news that they were expecting their first child. They hid ultrasound photos inside their diploma covers, and when their parents opened them, they were overjoyed.
Military
Boy Completes Obstacle Course, Finds Military Bonus Dad Home After 10 Months
After completing an inflatable obstacle course, a 10-year-old boy was surprised to find his military bonus dad waiting for him at the end. Deacon Truax, had not seen his dad, Anthony Almazan, in almost a year.
Family
2-Year-Old Boy Meets Newborn Brother for First Time After Lengthy NICU Stay
Donovan's face immediately lit up when he saw his brother for the first time in the NICU. He had been eagerly awaiting this moment, and it was clear that he loved his new baby brother instantly. The two of them quickly bonded, and Donovan visited Cameron every weekend while he was in the hospital.
School
Third-Grade Teacher Reads Book to New Class While Skydiving
Rebecca Muir, a third-grade teacher in Virginia, wanted to do something unique to welcome her new class this year. So she decided to skydive 13,000 feet while reading a book to them. The video of her skydiving and reading went viral, and her students are sure never to forget their first day of school.
Military
5-Year-Old Girl Cries “That’s You!” as She Reunites With Navy Dad After 7-Month Deployment
When 5-year-old Lailah's Navy dad returned home after a 7-month deployment, she was so excited to see him that she ran up to him and hugged him tightly, crying tears of joy. She had been holding onto a sailor teddy bear that her dad had given her to keep her company during his absence, and when she saw him, she held up the bear and said, "That's you!"
Heartwarming Gestures
Boy’s Friends Transform His Bedroom After 120 Days in Hospital
After spending 120 days battling his second round of cancer, Uale Su'a returned home to find that his friends and family had transformed his bedroom into a beautiful new space. The room was painted a fresh color, new furniture added, and a mounted TV installed. Uale's friends were hiding in the corner of the room and jumped out to surprise him when he opened the door.