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Groff’s Home Out West A spirituality-lite page, which invites discussion concerning what humankind may do for their own sa

This isn’t just a story of loss. It’s a reminder of how quickly life can change—and how art and passion outlive even the...
16/07/2025

This isn’t just a story of loss. It’s a reminder of how quickly life can change—and how art and passion outlive even the worst of circumstances. The music didn’t end. It found new ears, new players, and new meaning.

A retelling of the day Buddy Holley and others were killed in a plane crash. And remembering one who never made it on the plane, who became a legend.

What if every street led you right back to where you started? In The City of Echoes, Jonah takes a wrong turn into a cit...
15/07/2025

What if every street led you right back to where you started? In The City of Echoes, Jonah takes a wrong turn into a city where time loops, faces repeat, and every answer leads to the same dead end. The signs all say "You are here"—but what if here has no way out?
Welcome to Newvale.
Don’t bother asking for directions.

Jonah finds himself in a city. One where everything appears to be the same. He is in search of Central Station. The directions he receives are anything but helpful. You will be hoping he finds his …

What if one simple formula could solve every problem—from runny noses to global conflict? 🌍💫 Meet Professor Incredible, ...
14/07/2025

What if one simple formula could solve every problem—from runny noses to global conflict? 🌍💫 Meet Professor Incredible, the man who accidentally discovered the cure for everything… but only if two people who disagree use it together. 🤝✨
Read the story of how the world changed—one handshake at a time.

Professor Incredible, an overlooked chemistry professor, accidentally creates a formula that resolves conflicts and fosters empathy. When two arguing students use it, they find common ground. The f…

When we all get to heaven what a glorious day that will be. When we all get to heaven, we will sing and shout for victor...
13/07/2025

When we all get to heaven what a glorious day that will be. When we all get to heaven, we will sing and shout for victory. Unless you end up like the people in this story - who got caught up raising Hell on a Sunday July 13th!

On July 13th, 1982, the town of Split Rock experienced chaotic weather that brought together its diverse residents. Instead of routine, they faced bizarre temperature fluctuations and unexpected ma…

A simple story today hoping to unite people. At heart of the story a simple note that lures a nation of people back to t...
12/07/2025

A simple story today hoping to unite people. At heart of the story a simple note that lures a nation of people back to the heart of its core. It is one that we hope touches you and spreads.

Ava, a young girl, sparked the Harmony Movement by playing a melody outside Union Station in Kansas City. Her performance drew in musicians and captivated onlookers. This spontaneous musical sharin…

Dateline: July 11, 1955 — Once again, Kansas skies turned deadly. Just six weeks after a tornado claimed dozens of lives...
11/07/2025

Dateline: July 11, 1955 — Once again, Kansas skies turned deadly. Just six weeks after a tornado claimed dozens of lives, a new and even more powerful twister touched down—ripping through farmland and echoing a nightmare the state had barely begun to recover from. The heartland holds its breath… again.

On July 11, 1955, a Category F4 tornado touched down near Udall, Kansas, causing widespread damage, including destroyed barns and downed power lines, but fortunately only minor injuries. Residents,…

Feeling the summer heat? It has a strange way of bringing us closer—if we let it. Take a moment to pause and connect. Th...
10/07/2025

Feeling the summer heat? It has a strange way of bringing us closer—if we let it. Take a moment to pause and connect. This one’s for you.

In the summer heat, people confront themselves in a moment of unity and stillness. July encourages kindness and patience, prompting individuals to check on neighbors and let go of petty grievances.…

The wisdom of an elder trys to lead a community to better choices. Only a few understand, until the consequences of thei...
09/07/2025

The wisdom of an elder trys to lead a community to better choices. Only a few understand, until the consequences of their actions have been experienced. Today's story is fictional, but in many ways it is not! The Whispers from the Cottonwood opens with Old Man Teller speaking –––

In “Whispers from the Cottonwood,” Maggie listens to the natural world, interpreting signs of impending drought and wildfire, as advised by Old Man Teller. While the townspeople initial…

Before Guthrie had sidewalks, it had the Arlington.Hot meals. Open doors. And a woman known only as Madame Star.Discover...
08/07/2025

Before Guthrie had sidewalks, it had the Arlington.
Hot meals. Open doors. And a woman known only as Madame Star.
Discover the true story of One of Oklahoma Territory's first hotels and the mysterious woman who allegedly ran it.

The Arlington Hotel, established by Madame Jeffries Star in 1889, was key to Guthrie’s early development after the Land Run. More than a hotel, it served meals at all hours, fostering communi…

While I take some time to recover, I wanted to share something that truly stood out to me. A few weeks ago, I came acros...
07/07/2025

While I take some time to recover, I wanted to share something that truly stood out to me. A few weeks ago, I came across a news report that stopped me in my tracks. It’s one of the best pieces of journalism I’ve seen in a long time. What makes it exceptional isn’t just the facts—it’s the way they’re presented.

The news report impressed me with its remarkable craftsmanship. The reporter effectively combines actuality reporting and a wraparound technique, delivering a story that is immersive and authentic.…

Sometimes healing looks like setting the table—just like you always did—until the silence isn’t so loud anymore.Read the...
07/07/2025

Sometimes healing looks like setting the table—just like you always did—until the silence isn’t so loud anymore.
Read the quiet story of love, loss, and the slow return of laughter: “The Last Chair at the Table.”


“The Last Chair at the Table” tells the story of Claire, who continues to set a family table despite the absence of her loved ones. After losing George and with Anna and Michael distant…

What happens when a boy named Happy is always sad… and a boy named Sorrow can’t stop smiling?Their unexpected friendship...
06/07/2025

What happens when a boy named Happy is always sad… and a boy named Sorrow can’t stop smiling?
Their unexpected friendship turns names, feelings, and a whole school upside down.
A short story about joy, sadness, and the freedom to feel both.
🌦️ Read “The Curious Friendship of Happy Goines and Sorrow Downs” today.

Happy Goines, a boy burdened by sadness, meets Sorrow Downs, a cheerful new classmate. Despite their contrasting names, their friendship teaches them that emotions can coexist. They learn to embrac…

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