For three consecutive days, thick clouds have kept the world wrapped in dull gray. Even when the rain pauses, little light filters through, affecting how we see and feel about our surroundings. Now, a small hope lies in any crack that may appear in the clouds.
A deadly car crash near Waverly has turned the ICU waiting room at Bryan Health into something closer to a family reunion than a medical ward. In the midst of pain and uncertainty, a close-knit group gathers to share love, support, and resilience.
In this piece, Steven Norris asks a timeless question: “Where do you come from? Who are your people?” Although much of the article is behind a paywall, the visible details suggest an exploration of how family and shared history can offer enduring hope.
In her reflection on Advent, columnist Kimberly Pepper recalls the childlike magic she once felt during the holidays. She wonders how we can all rediscover that same sense of wonder and renewed hope.
In a stirring new documentary, poet Andrea Gibson reveals both the heartbreak and hope of her last days. “Come See Me in the Good Light” brings viewers an unfiltered look at Gibson’s fight with cancer, offering a moving lesson in strength and perseverance.
Thousands of people converged on Wake Forest, North Carolina, for a Pride Fest that mixed celebration and apprehension. In a town steeped in Baptist tradition, attendees remained mindful of the national debate surrounding the Trump administration’s anti-trans initiatives.
Mansionair marks a powerful return after a three-year gap with a heartfelt new release, “Some Kind of Alchemy.” Emphasizing self-reflection, community, and hope, the album channels what the band calls “an elevation rather than an evolution.”
Two years have passed since Hamas launched its attack on October 7, 2023, yet former hostage Ohad Ben Ami’s memories remain vivid. His account highlights the terror of that day and underscores an enduring hope for those still being held.
In this telling photograph, exonerated client Jarvis Ballard sits on the steps of Innocence & Justice Louisiana in New Orleans. Captured by The Advocate, it highlights both the personal journey of one man and the broader importance of advocacy organizations working to overturn wrongful convictions.
He wandered for a long while, lost and uncertain, in the wilderness. From that trial emerged a powerful sense of purpose, showing that meaning can arise from even the darkest of struggles.