There was this story of a doctor who worked tirelessly during the coronavirus outbreak. He not only treated patients but also took the time to call their families every day to give updates. He slept in the hospital for weeks, away from his own family. His selfless dedication saved many lives and his story became an inspiration for others in the medical field.
I heard of a family that started a new tradition during the pandemic. They would have a 'crazy hat Friday' where everyone in the family had to wear the most outlandish hat they could find while having dinner together. It started as a joke but soon became a much - loved weekly event. Another story was about a man who accidentally put his mask on backwards for an entire day and didn't realize it until someone pointed it out to him at the end of the day. He was so embarrassed but it was really funny.
A group of friends decided to have a virtual costume party during the lockdown. One of them showed up as a giant roll of toilet paper. Since toilet paper was such a scarce item at that time, it was hilarious. Everyone had a great laugh about it.
I once heard a story joke. There was a man who was so proud of his new hearing aid. He called his friend and said, 'You should get one of these new hearing aids. It's amazing!' His friend replied, 'What kind is it?' The man said, 'It's 3:30.' This joke is funny because of the miscommunication due to the man misunderstanding the concept of the hearing aid.
One inspiring story is about a group of students. They noticed that many elderly people were having trouble getting masks. So, they used their 3D - printing skills to make masks for them. It was really great to see the younger generation being so helpful.
A young girl's story in Pelotonia is quite remarkable. She wasn't a cancer patient herself, but her mother was. She decided to take part in the Pelotonia ride when she was just 15. She managed to get sponsors from her school, neighborhood, and local businesses. During the ride, she was determined and didn't let the long distance or the tough terrain stop her. She was a symbol of hope and determination for all the other riders and for her mother who was battling cancer at that time.
There was this couple who sold hand - painted mugs on Etsy. They had a really tough time at first, with hardly any sales. But they didn't give up. They started offering custom - made mugs with people's pets' pictures on them. A customer who ordered one of these custom mugs shared it on social media. It went viral, and soon their shop was flooded with orders. Their story is a great example of how creativity and perseverance can pay off on Etsy.
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One of the best accountability stories I know is about a group project in school. There was a team member who wasn't pulling their weight at first. But the others in the group held him accountable. They had an honest conversation about how everyone's contribution was important. Eventually, he stepped up, worked hard, and they got an excellent grade. It shows that when people are held accountable, positive things can happen.
I think 'The Monkey's Paw' is a great scary story. A family gets a magical monkey's paw that can grant three wishes. But every wish comes with a horrible consequence. For example, they wish for money and their son dies at work, so they get a compensation. It's scary as it makes you think about the unexpected and often tragic results of getting what you think you want.
A best night story for me is 'The Ugly Duckling'. It shows that no matter how different you may seem at first, you can grow into something beautiful. The poor duckling endures so much hardship and loneliness. But in the end, it turns into a magnificent swan. It gives a sense of hope and comfort, which is perfect for a night when you need some positive thoughts.