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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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Adoption
Beloved Stepdad Fights Back Tears When He’s Surprised With Heartfelt Note and Adoption Papers by Stepdaughter
A beloved stepdad could not hold back his tears when his 15-year-old stepdaughter presented him with a heartfelt note to express what he means to her, as well as pre-prepared adoption papers. Darren Frizzell, 33,...
Inspirational
10-Year-Old Boy With Limb Difference Learns to Crochet With One Hand
Ten-year-old Miles Platt, who was born with a limb difference, is learning to crochet with one hand and inspiring others along the way.
Animal Rescue
Roommates Help Guide Family of Ducks Trapped in Parking Lot to Safety in Viral Video
A pair of roommates have gone viral after carefully guiding a family of ducks back to their home in a nearby river.
Family
Son Surprises Mom on Vacation in Barcelona With Find My iPhone App
A son surprised his mother on vacation in Barcelona by using the Find My iPhone app to find her location. The son, who lives in North America, had been planning the surprise for months. He knew his mother was having a tough year, and he wanted to do something special to cheer her up. He flew to Barcelona and hid out in their hotel room until she arrived. When she walked in the door, he jumped out and surprised her.
Funny
Boy’s Wholesome Speech at Mom’s Wedding Has Everyone in Stitches
A 12-year-old boy's wholesome speech at his mom's wedding, littered with jokes at his stepdad's expense, had wedding guests in stitches.
Funny
Glammed-up Friends Accidentally Book Nature Cruise Instead of Sunset Cruise
A group of glammed-up girlfriends, dressed in their finest attire, shared the hilarious moment they thought they were headed on a sunset cruise but had accidentally booked a nature-related voyage instead.
Parenting
6-Year-Old Photographer Nails Mom’s Pregnancy Photoshoot
A 6-year-old photographer has gone viral for nailing his mom's pregnancy photoshoot, giving her positive affirmations and advising her on poses.
Military
Soldier Dad Disguises Himself as School Mascot to Surprise Son
A soldier dad gave his son an incredible reunion surprise when he suddenly appeared from inside his school's tiger mascot costume. Sgt. Perry Chronister had been deployed in the Middle East as a member of the Ohio Army Nation Guard. The separation was tough on Perry's son, making the reunion even sweeter.