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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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Funny
Toddler Copies Pregnant Mom’s Morning Sickness in Hilarious Video
A toddler in Miami, Florida, has gone viral for a hilarious video of him imitating his pregnant mom's morning sickness. In the video, the toddler can be seen kneeling in front of the toilet with his head in the bowl, making gagging noises. His parents, Jennifer and Festus Amarteifio, said that they were initially alarmed when they heard their son making the noises, but then they realized that he was just trying to copy his mom. "It was so funny," Jennifer said.
Heartwarming Gestures
Birthday Girl Celebrating Quinceañera Crowns All Younger Girls in Family in New Tradition, Showing There Is Always Someone Looking Out for Them
A quinceañera girl has captured hearts online thanks to a new tradition she started at her quinceañera celebration: crowning all of the younger girls in her family. During the event, the girl's mom told friends and family in attendance how she passed the torch onto her daughter, who is now passing the torch to the fourth generation of girls in the family.
Military
Soldier Dad Takes Son’s Stuffed Dinosaur on Adventures During Iraq Deployment
Waylon Holmes, a five-year-old boy from Dayton, Ohio, sent his stuffed dinosaur, Dino, to his dad, Taylor, who was deployed to Iraq. David obliged, sending Waylon photos of Dino on many adventures, and the heartwarming story has since gone viral.
Family
Nine-Year-Old Girl Freezes in Shock as She Is Surprised by Biological Brother She’d Never Met
Nevaeh, a nine-year-old girl from Barrie, Ontario, Canada, was surprised by her biological brother, Taigen, 12, whom she had never met. The pair share the same biological father, but Taigen grew up 1,700 miles away with no contact with him. When he found out about his younger sister, Nevaeh's mom, Mel, 41, and Taigen's mom Alana, 32, set to work setting up a surprise meeting.
Military
Military Dad Photobombs Family Photoshoot for Heartwarming Reunion
Military dad Zach Grundy, from West Lafayette, Indiana, surprised his kids with a photobomb reunion after a year deployed overseas.
Heartwarming Gestures
Family Makes Blanket From Late Mother’s T-Shirts to Comfort Grieving Father
Santiago Gonzalez's wife, Summer, passed away unexpectedly from COVID-19. On his first birthday since her passing, his children surprised him with a blanket made from her t-shirts. Santiago was overcome with emotion and the heartwarming moment was captured on video and went viral.
Pets
Doggy Day Care’s ‘Bark to School’ Photos Go Viral
Paw Oasis Pet Resort in The Colony, Texas, welcomed their dogs back on August 17 for their ‘Bark to School Bash’ which included their annual picture day for the special event. The staff used treats and squeaky toys to get their attention before taking the cute snaps against a colorful backdrop of books, bones, and each pooch’s name.
Parenting
Premature Baby’s Surprise Homecoming Leaves Grandparents in Tears
Timothy and Deborah Paree were surprised with a visit from their son, Josh, and his wife, Ximena, who brought their premature grandson, Shai, along. The grandparents were overjoyed to finally meet their grandson, and their tearful reaction was captured on video and went viral.


