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Founder of Prayables Susan Diamond Tells Her Story

The founder of Prayables, Susan Diamond is funny and wise. Sassy and street smart. She's not a pastor, rabbi, or television reality star. Yet somehow she found the way to bring millions of very different people together in prayer. It was a Sunday … [Read more...]

Story: Wedding Dancer

Sara was depressed. She couldn't seem to shake it. Sara went to the great sage in her bustling village. "Oh, Wise One, I am sad and depressed. I can't control my tears, and I am tired all the time." The sage thought for only a few minutes and … [Read more...]

Story: From the Back Seat

He is a young American Rabbi with a big smile and an open heart. He's the type of Rabbi who really looks like a Rabbi. Easily identifiable to most of us. This man is a Chasidic Rabbi, some say ultra-orthodox. He has a long beard and wears … [Read more...]

Story: As Days Go By

The man hears a guy talking about how the average person lives to the age of seventy-five. 900 months, 3,900 weeks, and roughly 27,300 days on God's green earth. This man just celebrated his 68th birthday and worries about how he will spend the … [Read more...]

Story: The Napkin

Geryl grew up safely in suburbia, but her heart grew in the murky gray areas of the city. A heart like hers is always open. Whenever she meets someone in need, Geryl goes all in to help. She took on the role of benefactor, advisor, and paper … [Read more...]

Story: Mr. Fisher

When Jackie Abelman became pregnant, she was thrilled and anxious at the same time. You see, Jackie is the family's breadwinner. Her husband, Todd, is disabled and can only work part-time. However, he has trouble finding a job that can accommodate … [Read more...]

Story: So Many Grandparents

For those of you striving to be the best grandparents ever, let me tell you my story. I became a grandparent at a relatively young age. I got married young and had kids right away, and our son followed the same pattern. We were planning the … [Read more...]

Story: The Draft

It's a big day for Henry. He's expected to be a first-round pick in the NBA draft. Not only does it mean fame and money to be selected early in the draft process, it's a testament to one's talent - some might call it greatness. Henry's life up to … [Read more...]

Story: Have a Seat

There was once a very old man whose eyes had become dim and his ears hard of hearing. His hands shook, and when he sat at the table, he could hardly hold his spoon. He would spill the broth upon the tablecloth or find it running out of his … [Read more...]

Story: Happy Again

It's a miracle. He is finally divorced. He spent twenty years with his wife, watching his words, gestures, and activities. He was constantly on edge, waiting for the next criticism or sarcastic put-down. There was always a comment, and it was always … [Read more...]