
American Values Prevail: Heartwarming Stories Mainstream Media Ignores
By Ronald Peabody · 11/11/2025
A Bright Spot in a Troubled World: Good News Worth Sharing
Now, folks, let's be honest. Turn on the television these days and you’re bombarded with negativity. Crime, political squabbling, folks just generally not behaving. It’s enough to make a good, patriotic American want to pull the curtains and stay inside. But I'm here to tell you, there is still good in the world. Real, honest-to-goodness good. And it’s important we recognize it.
I've been sifting through the reports, and while the mainstream media focuses on doom and gloom, a lot of heartwarming things have been happening. It just takes a little digging to find them.
Take this story out of the States: A young lad, barely three years old, is being called “The Butterfly Child” and people have been rallying around him, supporting his family. It warms the heart to see communities come together like that. Reminds you of the way things used to be.
And speaking of communities, folks in one town really showed some backbone. A candy vendor with cerebral palsy was struggling, and the town stepped up to raise funds. That’s neighborliness, folks. That’s looking out for the little guy. Something we desperately need more of.
It’s not just the small stuff, either. An 80-year-old woman just finished the Appalachian Trail! Eighty years old! That’s grit, determination, and a testament to the American spirit. Shows you age is just a number when you've got the will to achieve something.
Even our men and women in uniform are demonstrating good character. A police officer rescued an injured dog from some icy water, and another went above and beyond to help a stranded family. It’s reassuring to know there are still good, decent folks wearing the badge. And a man turned in $3,500 he found. Can you imagine? Honesty like that is a rare commodity these days.
Now, I even saw a report about a popular singer – Taylor Swift, if you must know – talking about baking. Seems harmless enough. A little domesticity is never a bad thing.
And while a bin truck wedding might not be my cup of tea, it’s certainly… unique. Shows folks are finding creative ways to celebrate, and I suppose we should respect that.
There was even a heartwarming story about an activist being reunited with his family. Good for them, I suppose.
These are the stories that don’t make headlines, the stories that don’t fit the narrative of division and despair. But they’re out there, happening every day. And they remind us that even in a troubled world, there's still plenty of good to celebrate. So, let's focus on the positive, folks. Let’s remember the values that made this country great, and let's share these stories of kindness and courage with everyone we know. It’s a good start, wouldn't you say?