<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><!--If you see this error message then you do not support RSS v2.0.--><rss version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Daryn Kagan]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com]]></link><description><![CDATA[DarynKagan.com brings you inspiring stories that make your heart go, "ZING!" and fit the theme, "Show The World What's Possible!"]]></description><item><title><![CDATA[Chocolate Machine Improves Willpower]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2012/bu_120516_chocolate_machine_helps_willpower.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A machine that helps you say, "No!" to naughty foods. Where do I sign up?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[River Dog Rescued By Firefighter]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120516_river_dog_rescued.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It started as an innocent swim for Sam the Golden Retriever. Things got real scary real fast before firefighters came to the rescue.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Broken Heart Propels Woman To Top Of World]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2012/ov_120515_climbs_tallest_mountains.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Carol Massiter took her broken heart and found a whole new love--climbing the tallest mountains in the world.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Janitor Graduates Ivy League College]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2012/ov_120515_janitor_graduates_college.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Gac Filipaj mopped floors, cleaned toilets and took out trash at Columbia University. Now he's donning cap and gown!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Son Walks To Returning Marine]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2012/ov_120514_son_walks_to_returning_marine.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's a great twist on the returning troops surprise kind of story.  This time it's the returning Marine who gets the most amazing surprise of his life from his young son. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazing Bridge Rescue]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2012/he_120511_rescuers_reunited.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A combination of brave heroes and incredible luck saves the lives of a mother and her two daughters. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sweet Boy's Give Back Wish]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120509_boy_serves_kids.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Leland Camara is battling leukemia. Make-A-Wish asked him what he wanted to do. Leland knew there was nothing he would enjoy more than this.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ A Capella Star Wars Symphony]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2012/ar_120509_a_capella_star_wars.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Instruments? Musicians? Who needs those? Not McKraig who used his own voice to create 90 track masterpiece.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marine Dog Gets 2nd Chance]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120507_marine_dog_gets_2nd_chance.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Former Marine saves her former dog partner from death row. Two best friends reunited!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saudi Girls Play Basketball]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2012/jw_120507_saudi_girls_basketball.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A girls school in Saudi Arabia is defying a ban to let girls play sports.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paralyzed Player Signs With NFL Team]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2012/sp_120504_paralyzed_player_signs_NFL.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Eric LeGrand has shown he's a champion ever since he broke his back in a college football game.  This week an NFL team made one of his big dreams come true.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strangers Gift Widow Final Wish From Soldier Husband ]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120504_widow_gift.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's a love story if I ever heard one. Grab a couple tissues before you watch.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prom Dress Made of 5,000 Soda Tabs]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120503_soda_tab_prom_dress.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[So much for spending too much on the prom! One teen popped up with a clever way to wear a one-of-a-kind dress!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pro Golfer Wants Prom Date]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120503_pro_golfer_prom_date.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Lexi Thompson is already a professional golfer as a senior in high school.  She wants to go with a respectable military guy to her prom.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince Harry Is Polo Hero]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2012/ce_120502_prince_harry_polo_hero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Prince Harry finds that military survival training can come in handy in the most surprising places--as he saves a player's life on the polo field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog Guards Bike]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120502_dog_guards_bike.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's a great smile for your day. Watch this amazing Golden Retriever and his human's bicycle.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twitter Brings Surprising Baseball Friendship]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2012/sp_120501_twitter_baseball_friendship.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Whether or not you're a sports fan or use Twitter, I bet you're going to love this story of a Major League pitcher finding a great and inspiring friend.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tim Tebow Caught In Surprising Situation]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2012/sp_120501_tebow_on_compromising_position.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Tim Tebow sure has a lot of fans for his good deeds, his faith, even his football.  I bet you never expected him to be caught doing this.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tallest Man Gets Wish-A New Pair of Shoes]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2012/ov_120430_talles_man_new_shoes.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Something tells me, you'll never look at the shoes in your closet the same way.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blind Dog's New Best Friend]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120430_blind_dogs_best_friend.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[All looked lost for a blind Golden Retriever until he met the love of his life--another dog.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA["Dead" Man Revived]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2012/he_120426_dead_man_revived.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A volunteer deputy was pretty much going through the motions when he pulled a dead body out of the ocean. Imagine his surprise when CPR brought some miracle results.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[our Job Interview Secret Weapon]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2012/bu_120426_job_interview_secret_weapon.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[What to wear when you go for the big job?  Experts say this is the most important thing to wear.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Traffic Jam Baby Boom]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120425_traffic_jam_baby_boom.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[9 months after Southern California officials shut down a key freeway, local maternity wards are going into overdrive.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heart Transplant Love]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120425_heart_transplant_love.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Getting someone else's heart led these two young people to find love.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public School Teachers Hit It Big In Lottery]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2012/ov_120424_public_school_teachers_win_lotto.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ever want to be happy for someone else winning the big jackpot?  This would be that situation.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[$100 Investment Pays Millions for Family Biz]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2012/bu_120424_family_biz_makes_millions.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jera and Brad Deal liked to play a fun outdoor alphabet game as their daughters were learning to read. That simple game has developed into a $10 million family business. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homerun Homecoming]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2012/he_120423_homerun_homecoming.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[13-yr-old Kyle Smerer thought he was participating in a contest at a Mariner's baseball game. Little did he know the biggest surprise of his life was waiting on that baseball field--his dad just back from Afghanistan.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mystery Penguin Egg Hero]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120423_penguin_egg_hero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The search is on in Seattle for a little boy who spoke up and helped save a special penguin egg.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Music Brings Joy In Congo]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2012/jw_120420_music_joy_in_congo.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Hands down, one of the best stories I've ever seen on 60 Minutes. Want to smile? Watch this.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA["Untouchable" Becomes Millionaire]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2012/jw_120420_untouchable_millionaire.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Kalpana Saroj comes from the lowest of low social castes in India. Boy, has she shown all those who looked down on her during her amazing life.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Sells His Life On eBay]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/2012/ov_120419_man_sells_life_on_ebay.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ian Usher dealt with his broken heart by selling all his possessions and traveling the world to experience his greatest dreams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen Has Amazing Voice!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120419_teen_has_amazing_voice.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jake Fouchee is 14 years old, though he doesn't sound like it. His big dream--to become the best voiceover guy in Hollywood. Listen here. He just might have a shot.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA["Hug Me" Machine Gives Free Coke]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/2012/bu_120418_hug_machine_free_coke.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The Coca-Cola company is spreading happiness and their brand in a creative way. Give a hug; get a Coke.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy Creates Video Game For Blind Grandmother]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120418_creates_game_for_blind_grandma.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Leave it to a fifth-grader to bring together two of the great loves of his life: video games and his grandma.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pregnant Athlete Will Compete In Olympics]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2012/sp_120417_pregnant_olympian.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Nur Suryani Mohamed Taibi will be 8 months pregnant when she competes in London! What's her sport? Come find out.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family Saves Dolphin]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120417_family_saves_dolphin.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It certainly wasn't the boating outing one family was expecting, but it's one they will never forget.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy's Arcade Inspires Millions]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120416_boys_arcade_inspires.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[All Caine Monroy wanted to do was build his own arcade out of used cardboard boxes. The kid had no idea he would touch so many hearts.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cat Opens Freezer]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120416_cat_opens_freezer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Don't get in the way of a determined cat and some fish sticks.  Pretty funny video.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Actor Ryan Gosling Saves Writer's Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2012/ce_120405_ryan_gosling_saves_writer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This hero routine is becoming a habit for one of the most popular actors around.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince Harry Saves Polo Hero]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2012/ce_120405_prince_harry_saves_polo_hero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[One polo player finds out that one day his prince will come!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eagle, Fox, & Cats Hang Out]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120403_eagle_fox_and_cat_hang_out.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Sounds like a bad joke, but it's the real party happening on one woman's deck in Alaska. Take a look. Really fun.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Love Letter Delivered 60 Years Later]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120404_60_year_later_letter.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's the kind of love story that never gets old....]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[86-Yr-Old Rocks Parallel Bars]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/beyond60/2012/be_120402_86yo_rocks_parallel_bars.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Johanna Quass shows what's possible! Gotta watch!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Dances With Wife For 1st Time]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120402_man_dances_with_wife_1st_time.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Janne Kouri has waited 5 years for this dance. His wife never saw it coming. Get ready to tear up.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teacher Gives Kidney To Student's Dad]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2012/he_120330_teacher_gives_kidney_to_dad.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Marie Bell looked in the eyes of her Kindergartener and knew just what she wanted to do for this sweet boy's dad.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Surprises Wife Where They First Met]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120330_man_surprises_wife_at_mcdonalds.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It was a McDonald's 50 years ago.  Steve Rydberg knew the moment she walked in the door. 50 years later he wanted to show how much he loves her.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shark Gives Diver High Five]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120329_shark_high_five.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When Eli Martinez says one of his good friends is a total shark, he's simply stating a fact.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Returning Sailor Photobombs Grandma]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2012/he_120329_sailor_photobombs_grandma.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[He's been at sea for a year.  A young sailor found a very fun way to surprise his grandmother with his homecoming.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighters Battle Blaze Wearing Evening Gowns]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2012/he_120326_firefighters_in_gown.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[So what's a firefighter to do if he's dressed up in drag for a St. Patrick's Day parade and you see a fire break out. You do what you have to do.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Queen Elizabeth Crashes Wedding]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2012/ce_120326_queen_crashes_wedding.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Imagine John and Frances Canning's surprise when the Queen of England showed up at their wedding!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Husband Dons TuTu In Breast Cancer Fight]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120325_husband_wears_tutu_for_cancer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Hey, when the woman you love is in the battle for her life, a great husband does what he has to do, even if that means wearing a pink tutu.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bridal Gown Breaks Record]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120323_bridal_grown_breaks_record.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This gown brings whole new meaning to "Yes! To The Dress!" with its train that goes on for 2-miles!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blind Dog Rescued From Trash Heap]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120322_blind_dog_rescued_from_trash.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Get ready for your heart to soar and a tear or two at least. I love love love this video.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best-Selling Author Saves Home For 101-Yr-Old Woman]]></title><link><![CDATA[You know and love Mitch Albom for books like "Tuesdays With Morrie." Now, you're going to love him just a little bit more.]]></link><description><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2012/ce_120322_mitch_albom_saves_home.html]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Girl Conquers 1st Ski Jump]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2012/sp_120321_girl_conquers_first_ski_jump.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[CNN's Jeanne Moos tells the inspiring story of a young girl getting ready to take the biggest leap of her life. Adorable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bomb Expert Saves Her Dog From Death Row]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120321_bomb_sniffing_dog_saved.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Former Marine Cpl. Megan Leavy sniffed out bombs in Iraq with her loyal partner, Rex. She was determined they enjoy civilian life together, as well. Even though, the military had other plans for the dog.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braille Technology Making Texting Easier]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2012/bu_120320_braille_texting_technology.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Your thumbs feel huge and you text wrong words? A new app that borrows from Braille just might be able to help you out.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mathilda Amazing Solo!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/beyond60/2012/be_120320_94_amazing_dance.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[94-year-old Mathilda Klein will make you want to put on your dancing shoes!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daughter's Broken Bones Inspire New Business]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/2012/bu_120319_broken_bones_inspire_business.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This story is dedicated to my cousin Arden who seems to take more trips to the ER than any kid I know.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dogs Learn Waltz On Piano]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120319_two_dogs_play_piano.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I didn't believe it until I saw it--two dogs playing specific keys to make a tune on a giant keyboard.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bullied Boy Loses 85 Lbs; Inspires Others]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120315_boy_loses_85_pounds.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Mason Harvey knows what it is to be bullied and overweight. He's made big changes in his own life and now is motivating others.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strangers Come To Aid of Burned Dog]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120315_strangers_help_burned_dog.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ruff-Ruff sure has had a rough start in life. Now, things are looking up as strangers are pitching in to help this sweet boy get back on his 4 paws.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tsunami Survivors Reunited With Family Photos]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2012/jw_120314_tsunami_survivor_photos.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Of course, photos are among any family's most precious possessions. How wonderful that volunteers in Japan are connecting found photos with grateful families. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gorilla & Bunny Are New Best Friends]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120314_gorilla_and_bunny_friends.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When Samantha the gorilla was too old to be paired with another gorilla, zookeepers got creative thinking of a new friend.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Penguins On A Plane]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120313_penguins_on_a_plane.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Were passengers seeing things? Two guys waddling up the aisle of a Delta flight in their finest tuxedos.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pregnancy To Birth In 90 Seconds]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120313_90_second_pregnancy.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Just how fast can one pregnancy go? Watch this clever video and smile.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Youngest Woman Billionaire]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2012/bu_120312_youngest_woman_billionaire.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Forbes says Sara Blakely has done it with something so simple--pantyhose.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Finds Bride At Walmart]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120312_man_finds_bride_at_walmart.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Wayne Brandenburg was a lonely widow until he connected with a lovely cashier at WalMart. Guess where they just had their wedding?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog Plays Piano and Sings]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120309_dog_plays_piano.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's just about the cutest thing I've seen in a long time. Watch out Justin Beiber, this pup is going viral.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strangers Save 30 Dolphins On Brazilian Beach]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120309_stranded_dolphin_rescue.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A spontaneous act of goodwill saves the life of 30 dolphins who took a wrong turn on a beach in Brazil.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA["No Excuses" Takes Man To Top of Mt. Kilamanjaro]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2012/sp_120307_top_of_kilmanjaro.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is probably one of the best stories ever to run on ESPN. Kyle Maynard was born without arms and legs. His incredible drive propelled him to the top of one of the tallest mountains in the world, all for a cause bigger than himself.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Female Student Trying Out For Top College Football Team]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2012/sp_120307_female_trying_out_for_football.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Mo Isom is going for a spot on LSU's football team, one of the top programs in the country. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFL Player's Sister Is Olympic Weightlifter]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2012/sp_120306_nfl_sister_weightlifter.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Holly Mangold has no problem being over 300 lbs. She's big, she's fabulous and she's headed to the Olympics. Boy, is she ever strong!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alfred the Cop Loving Crow]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120306_cop_loving_crow.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Meet this charming bird who follows the police around to various crime scenes.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[100-Yr-Old Gets Married On Her Birthday]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/beyond60/2012/be_120305_100yo_married_on_birthday.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[For anyone wondering if true love will ever show up, this one is for you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Airlines Improving!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2012/bu_120305_airlines_improving.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[So much for complaining about annoying air travel--looks like things are getting better out there!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kenyan Chief Uses Twitter To Foil Robbery]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2012/jw_120302_twitter_foils_robbery.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[How powerful can 140 characters be? Powerful enough to alert an entire village and foil a robbery in Kenya!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fox & Hound Are Best Friends]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120302_fox_and_hound_friends.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ever have a friend that surprised other folks? Couldn't believe the two of you were so close? These two furry friends would understand. Adorable!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Polar Bear Cub Has Own Web Cam]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120301_polar_bear_web_cam.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The world has fallen in love with Siku, the polar bear cub. Now you can spend some quality time with him each day via his very own live web cam]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your Old Bras Can Save A Woman's Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/2012/ch_120301_bras_save_lives.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A stay-at-home mom has figured out a way to clean out underwear drawers and save lives of girls stuck in sex trafficking around the world.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[App Waits "On Hold" For You!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2012/bu_120229_on_hold_app.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Tired of waiting online or using prompts to get a live human being? Turns out, there's now an app to do all that for you!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teacher Never Forgets A Birthday]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2012/he_120229_teacher_never_forgets_birthdays.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Such a simple gesture--a retired teacher still sends each of her former students a card to celebrate their special birthday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rare Whale Caught on Film For 1st Time]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120228_rare_whale_on_film.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[They're called Shepherd's beaked whales and they've only been spotted in the wild twice before.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[George Washington As A McNugget?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2012/bu_120228_george_washington_nugget.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's an interesting business opportunity--a woman is selling a Chicken McNugget she believes looks just like George Washington. You know you gotta look!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Dad Commits To Year Of Kindness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2012/he_120223_year_of_kindess.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ryan Garcia is so inspired by his new daughter, he's committed to doing a random of act of kindness every day for all of 2012.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[9-Year-Old Girl Gets Dream Date With Tim Tebow]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2012/ce_120223_9yo_gest_date_with_Tebow.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[NFL Quarterback Tim Tebow surprises a special girl with a dream weekend in Los Angeles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bulldog Adopts 6 Baby Piglets]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120227_bulldog_adopts_piglets.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[What's that saying about a face only a mother could love?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elephant Mom Saves Baby From Drowning]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120227_elephant_mom_saves_drowning_baby.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I bet Mom would say, "I just turned my back for a minute!" But like moms everywhere, she did what she had to do to save her little one.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen Lifts Car Off Of Grandpa]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120223_teen_lifts_car_off_grandpa.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A Detroit teen finds strength he didn't know he had when his grandfather gets pinned under the car they were working on together.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olympic Swimmer Janet Evans Is Making A Comeback]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2012/sp_120223_janet_evans_comeback.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Can you believe swimming's golden girl is 40 years old? She's a mom of 2 and ready to make another big splash in world of swimming.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[90-Year-Old Granny Dances To Whitney Houston]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/beyond60/2012/be_120222_granny_danes_to_whitney_houston.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Of the many tributes that have popped up for the late singer, this one from a 90-grandmother is one of the best.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Pops Question During Ice Fishing]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120222_ice_fishing_proposal.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Kellie O'Leary fell hook, line and sinker for this proposal. Blake Buck got his buddy to scuba dive below the ice to tie the ring onto Kellie's hook!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It Starts With One Stranger's Act of Kindness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2012/he_120221_30_kidneys_save_60_lives.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[60 lives and 30 kidneys are now forever linked with the longest kidney donation chain ever.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Man Turns Town Into Kindest In The World]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2012/he_120221_random_acts_of_kindess_day.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It took a jerk driver to inspire Bob Hoffman.  He's created Random Acts of Kindness days. Watch out--it's kind of catchy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 Couples on One Block Married More Than 50 Years]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120220_6_couples_married_50_years.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Six couples on one block in Minnesota share the meaning of long lasting love.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dancer Shares Life Lessons In Classroom]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2012/ar_120220_dancer_shares_life_lesson.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Pierre Dulaine is transforming kids' lives with the elegance of ballroom dancing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[12-Year-Old Saves Grandma's House From Foreclosure]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120217_12yo_saves_grandmas_house.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I've seen this story a couple places.  Of course, no one tells it like CBS' Steve Hartman.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrity Chef Finds True Treasure At New Restaurant]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2012/ce_120217_jamie_oliver_finds_treasure.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jamie Oliver is cooking up good luck.  Workers found more than a $1 milion in abandoned treasures while building out site of Oliver's new restaurant.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA["Cash Mobs" Saving The Day For Small Businesses]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2012/bu_120216_cash_mobs_save_small_businesses.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's an inspiring twist on flash mobs. Customers are showing up with cash in hand to show love and support for struggling local businesses.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gold Medal Swimmer Proposes On Medal Stand]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120216_swimmer_proposal_on_stand.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Matt Grevers gets the award for original marriage proposals.  Let's just say everything went swimmingly!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Singing Donkey Loves Violin]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120215_singing_donkey_loves_violin.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Alicia Schueller thought her small barnyard would be the perfect place to practice violin. So did her donkey. That's when he started singing along.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dolphins & Whales Frolic Off Hawaii Coast]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120215_dolphins_and_whales_frolic.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Scientists couldn't believe their eyes and dolphins and humpback whales came out to play off the coast of Hawaii.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Japanese Valentine's Day A Bit Different]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2012/jw_120214_japanese_valentine.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[In Japan, women give the gifts and men scream, "I love you!" at top of their lungs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Golden Voice Helps You Celebrate Your Valentine!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/2012/ch_120214_ted_williams_tweetes.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Remember Ted Williams, the homeless man with the amazing voice? KRAFT Foods is giving him and you an amazing way to celebrate your Valentine and give back all at the same time!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canine Cancer Studies Help Humans]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120214_canines_help_cancer_research.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Doctors are finding by treating dogs who have cancer, they are best friends in the war against cancer in humans.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Words With Friends Saves Man's Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/2012/ov_120213_words_with_friends_saves.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The fun little game on a man's smartphone wasn't a waste of time--not when it helped save his life!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[YouTube Song Gets Gal Date With Fave Actor]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2012/ce_120210_song_gets_celeb_date.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Oh the lengths some people will go to get to meet their celebrity crush. Very cute effort and outcome.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dolphins Ski Along]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120210_dolphins_ski_along.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Dolphins don't want to miss out on the fun as a teenager goes wake surfing off the coast of Florida. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman Uses App To Recover Stolen Phone]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2012/ov_120208_app_recovers_stolen_phone.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[So much for the phone thieves. One woman uses an app to play detective and get her stolen phone back.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Babies Dance To Johnny Cash]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120208_babies_dance_to_johnny_cash.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Only redeeming feature of this video?  Bound to make you smile.  Check it out!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Does A Chicken Put On A Sweater?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120207_chicken_sweater.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Well, to get rid of the winter chill, of course! Picture too cute to resist sharing!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saudi Woman Sues For Right to Drive]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2012/jw_120207_saudi_woman_drives.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Manal al Sharif has already spent time in jail for the right to do something we Western women do every day--drive a car.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baby Is Ping Pong Champ]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120206_baby_ping_pong_champ.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's one of those videos you have to see to believe: an 18-month-old baby is a super star ping pong player.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Electrifying Baby!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120206_electrifying_baby.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Mom delivers healthy baby girl months after getting hit by lightning!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dad Photoshopped Into Wedding Photos]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120203_dad_photoshopped_into_wedding_pics.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A sudden illness meant Brian Shoop's dad couldn't make it to his son's wedding.  Let's just say the family decided to have a little fun with that.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burger Fan Composes Song For Drive Thru]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2012/bu_120203_burger_fan_composes_song.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Just about the silliest and most fun thing I've seen in a long time. A Sonic Burger Fan places his drive thru order by composing an original song.  Just watch. I bet you giggle, too.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Penguins On The Loose In The Snow At Zoo]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120201_penguins_in_snow.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Snowy day in St. Louis was great excuse to let King Penguins out of their exhibit and let them enjoy a snow day!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrities Selling Clothes Off Their Backs]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2012/ce_120201_celebrities_selling_clothes.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's come to this in Hollywood--big time stars selling the clothes off their backs!  All for a good cause, of course.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every Day Is Groundhog Day For This Rescuer]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120201_groundhog_rescuer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Bob Hill has dedicated his life to rescuing and rehabbing these fuzzy little creatures.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zoo Fits Elephant With Contact Lens]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120201_elephant_contact_lens.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Probably only patient who's ever needed a ladder to get a proper fitting.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Koreans Send Balloons With Socks To North]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/2012/jw_120131_sock_balloons_to_north_korea.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Their neighbors to the south send messages of goodwill to those who some would call their enemies to the north.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Avatar Actress Aids Injured Woman]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/celebrities/2012/ce_120131_Avatar_Zoe_Saldana_saves_Injured.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You a fan of actress Zoe Saldana? 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Gotta love it!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[13-Year-Old Girl Is Record-Setting Power Lifter]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120127_13yo_power_lifter.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Abbey Watson lifts weight like a girl and when you do it like Abbey that's really saying something.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[German Shepherd Adopts Baby White Tiger Cubs]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120127_german_shepard_adopts_tiger_cubs.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A German Shepherd is going above and beyond the call of duty as an adoptive mom by nursing three tiger cubs. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soldier Surprises Her Dad At Breakfast]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120124_diner_soldier_reunion.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Philip D'Acunto was expected two eggs over easy at his local diner, not the daughter he hasn't seen while she's been serving in Afghanistan.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Man Donates Kidney To Pal's Bride]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120124_best_man_donates_kidney_to_bride.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[So much for giving towels or a couple place settings for wedding gift.  Stuart Kilganon gave something you don't find on your typical bridal registry.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Husband Videotapes Baby's Birth While Driving Down Highway]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/2012/ov_120126_videotapes_driving_highway_birth.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[So much for pulling over to the side of the road..]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[3-Legged Dog Learns To Surf]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120126_3legged_dog_surfs.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Onyx is beating the odds, surviving an awful beginning, now learning to surf and wow!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[8-Yr-Old Saves Brother's Life With Heimlich Maneuver ]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120124_8yo_saves_with_heimlich.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Pretty scary when your little brother starts choking on a piece of candy. 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This CO town has for more than 50 years.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Struck By Lightning; Woman Gives Birth To Healthy Baby]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2012/ov_120123_struck_by_lightning_bith.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Sure, pregnancy can be an electrifying experience, but this might be taking things a little too far. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Slave Becomes US Citizen With Big Dreams]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2012/ov_120123_slave_becomes_citizen.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Shiyima Hall was only 10 years old when she was brought to the US by an Egyptian family, forced to be their slave. Now, she is free and has some big dreams for giving back.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[3x Surprise Reunion For Air Force Family]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120119_surprise_reunion.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[After 4 deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, Capt. Cherrisa Jackson and her family deserved something special.   They certainly got it with a 3-part surprise reunion they didn't see coming (Have hankies ready).]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homeless Science Scholar Invited To State of Union Address]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_120119_student_to_SOUA.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A young New York student whose tale of hard work and endurance in the face of homelessness has captured many hearts -- and whose recognition in the prestigious Intel science competition has already given her much to celebrate -- will be attending the president's State of the Union speech.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Push For Bald Barbie]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/2012/he_120116_bald_barbie.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Two women want to show girls a new and inspiring way for Barbie to look. The move is taking fire on Facebook!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[FAA Clears Cranes To Fly Again]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120116_cranes_fly_again.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Talk about red tape! The Feds have kept a flock of whooping cranes penned up for a month because they didn't like how they were being guided South. All's been cleared up and the cranes are free to fly again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unconventional Advice to Save Your Marriage]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120117_unconventional_marriage_advice.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Have you ever considered fighting like there was a refined British house guest in the next room? 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Some call it "doga!"]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Uses Legos For Creative Marriage Proposal]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120111_lego_proposal.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It took 2600 photos and lots of creativity, but Walt Thompson got the effect and answer he wanted as he used Legos to create animated marriage proposal.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazing Marching Band Tribute]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2012/ar_1201012_marching_band_tribute.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Thanks to Anne Parker of Asheville, NC who sent along this great video. The West Virginia University Marching Band with a terrific tribute that brought tears to my eyes. I've never seen anything like it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Puppy "Reborn" After Car Accident]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120112_puppy_reborn.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This puppy gave his human family the surprise of their lives when they were so sure he had passed away after being hit by a car.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Girl Scout Badges Teaches About Money]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2012/ki_12010_girl_scout_money_badges.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[So glad to see the Girl Scouts teaching some very important survival skills to girls--how to manage money! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Whale Gives Show After Amazing Rescue]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120110_resuced_whale_show.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Things didn't look great for this humpback whale until a team of whale researchers came along to free her from a fisherman's net. 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You gotta see this little guy to see what's possible.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Doubt Who This Guy's Father Is]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2012/lv_120105_identical_father_son.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jerry Gombloske about fell off his chair when he saw a picture of the father he never knew he had. 47-years-old and getting to know his look-alike dad for the first time.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strangers Save 3 Kids From Icy River]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2012/he_120104_icy_river_rescue.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[In the icy Logan River in Utah, bystanders rescued 3 children from an overturned car in which they were trapped. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chihuahua & Pit Bull Are Survivors & Best Friends]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2012/an_120104_chihuahua_and_pitbull_friends.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Arnold and Deerheart have been through so much. Somehow, fate brought them together, now they're looking for that next lucky break.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Pulls Man From Burning Truck]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_111222_santa_pulls_from%20burning%20truck.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[We knew Santa was good, but this is really good!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cat Soothes Fussy Baby]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111222_cat_soothes_baby.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Nothing like a friendly family cat to get your fussy baby to get to sleep.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sports Fans Pick Inspiring SI Cover]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_111221_fans_pick_inspiring_cover.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[After a scandal-plagued year in sports, what do sports fans want? The kind of stories that show the world what's possible.. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mrs. Claus Gets Her Own Christmas Miracle]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2011/ov_111221_mrs_claus_miracle.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It was a bad day at the office when Mrs. Claus got her car stolen and lost her job! Things are looking much brighter now!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mother Has Photo: Angel Watching Over Her Baby]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_111220_angel_watches_baby.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Dee Lazarou doesn't worry about her baby. She believes there is guardian angel watching over her child and says she has the ultrasound photo to prove it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pick Plane Seatmate Via Facebook]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2011/bu_111220_pick_seatmate_on_facebook.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[So much for getting stuck next to someone who doesn't interest you!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia's Hottest Export: Chopsticks!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2011/bu_111219_georgia_exports_chopsticks.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[From my old friend, CNN correspondent John Vause, who reports on the inspired small town businessman making chopsticks in America and selling them to China!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Secret Santa Inspires Addict's Clean Up]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2011/ov_111219_santa_inspires_cleanup.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Few people can capture the magic of the holiday like CBS' Steve Hartman. This has instantly become one of my all-time favorite stories.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baby Seal Breaks Into Home]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111216_baby_seal_in_house.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Baby seal lets herself into a woman's home for some refuge and a nap on her couch.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Good Samaritan Returns Cash-Filled Wallet]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_111216_returns_wallet.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Man thought all sorts of bad things when he lost his wallet, but he never expected this.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prime Minister's Cat Embroiled In Scandal!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111214_pm_cat_scandal.html]]></link><description><![CDATA["Larry" was brought in to be a "mouser." There's evidence he's not so great at his job, yet calls to fire him are landing on deaf ears.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sailor Makes Elaborate Christmas Light Display For Late Dad]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_111214_sailor_light_display.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Michael Balasz has spent hundreds of hours placing 21,000 Christmas lights in his yard in synchronization with a song as a way to show holiday spirit.. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Couple Marries @ Burning Resort]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_111213_marries_at_burning_resort.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Consider it a metaphor for the challenges married life can bring. One couple goes ahead with their wedding as the resort hosting the event catches fire.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cops Return Stolen Wedding Dress In Time For Wedding]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_111213_return_stolen_dress.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A couple from Iowa who got married Saturday remain grateful for two Chicago police officers who found the bride's wedding dress.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your Kids Can Skype With Santa]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2011/ki_111212_skype_with_santa.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Why bother with those long lines at the mall when Santa can come right to you!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mom Soldier Surprises Family]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_111212_soldier_mom_surprises_family.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Talk about a homecoming! Sgt. Jaimee Gaines managed to surprise her family by jumping out of a big gift box.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brave Teen Touches Millions With Video]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2011/ki_111209_anti_bullying_youtube_video.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[onah Mowry was brave enough to make a video talking about bullying and being afraid. Millions have now watched it on YouTube and are making their own videos to show support. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Millionaire Gives Away Fortune To Find Happiness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/2011/ch_111209_happiness_in_giving_away.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Karl Rabeter is living the dream. Says he finally found happiness once he gave away his fortune.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fast Food, With A Side of Heart & Soul]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2011/bu_111208_beacon_diner.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Come along to The Beacon Diner, a special place in Spartanburg, SC that serves up heart and soul with a special man named, JC Stroble.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Broken Pinkie Saves Football Player's Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[Devin Murphy thought he was going to the hospital just to get his broken finger checked out.  What else doctors found saved this teenager's life.]]></link><description><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_111207_broken_pinkie_saves.html]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family's Video Goes Viral; Makes Big Bucks!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_111207_family_viral_video.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It started as a video of two cute little boys. It's now become one of the most viewed videos ever on YouTube. Watch it and laugh. The family is laughing all the way to the bank!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Royal Navy Holiday Video Goes Viral]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_111207_navy_viral_video.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's one that made me smile over and over again.  See what soldiers aboard the largest ship in the British Navy did when they found out they will be home for Christmas.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Captain Sully Takes A Joyride To The Past]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_111206_captain_sully_joyride.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[How did hero pilot Capt. Sully Sullenberger fall in love with flying? Come along for the ride.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inspiring Artist Paints Sunrise Each Day]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2011/ar_111206_paints_sunrise_every_day.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Debbie Wagner shows your next chapter can be your best and starts each day seeing the beauty outside her back door.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Puppies Relieve Stress For Law Students]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111205_law_student_puppies.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's a match made in heaven: homeless puppies need love and socialization, almost as much as stressed out law students.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Limping Penguin Gets Special ShoeLimping Penguin Gets Special Shoe]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111205_penguin_shoe.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Zookeepers knew this little guy would need some special help. One of the biggest sandal companies comes to his rescue. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lab Beagles Taste Freedom For The First Time!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111202_beagles_taste_freedom.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Oh, boy. This one is a 3-hankie alert! 40 beagle dogs who have spent their entire lives in cages being laboratory test subjects have been freed.  Come along as they smell fresh air and step on grass for the first time ever.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olympic Cyclist Learns To Walk Again]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_111202_paralyzed_olympic_cyclist_walks.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Looks like cyclist Monique Van der Vorst could be going from the Paralympics to the Olympics as she defies the odds.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Loses 376 After Docs Say, "Write Your Obituary"]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/2011/ov_111201.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Adam Slack didn't like it when his doctor read him the riot act about his weight.  But the message got through.  You have to see these pictures. You won't believe it's the same man.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Plays Beethoven on Piano For Elephants]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111201_beethoven_for_elephants.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Peter Barton wanted to do something special for his 50th birthday. This was different, alright! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moving Past Paralysis, Soldier Happy To Be Dad]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/2011/ov_111130_soldier_dad.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Paralyzed after combat in Iraq, Sgt. Matt Keil soldiered through another fight &#150; with casualties &#150; as a new father.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA["Miracle On Hudson" Survivor Becomes A Pilot]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2066683/Clay-Presley-Miracle-Hudson-survivor-overcomes-fear-flying-pilot.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[After he survived that famous plane crash, Clay Presley knew he had to do something drastic to overcome his new fear of flying.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog Survives Gas Chamber; Gets New Home]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111129_tuesday.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jaws dropped when a dog meant to be euthanized walked out of shelter's gas chamber. Now, "Daniel" has found a dog's dream home come true.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dream Job For Sale For $100]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/2011/bu_111129_buys_dream_job.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Who sells their restaurant to an out of work chef looking for her dream job? A guy who knew what it would take to find the perfect owner.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nerd-Night: Speed-Dating For, Well, Nerds]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_111128_nerd_speed_dating.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[If you're a nerd, or just like them a lot.  There is hope for your love life.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wife Saves Husband's Life; Wins $10,000]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_111128_wife_saves_husband.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When a contest asked how someone saved a disastrous trip, Rebecca Fischer sure had an answer for them.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA["Solar Suitcase" Is Saving Moms & Babies]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2011/ov_111122_solar_suitcase.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Just when it looked like her career as a doctor might be over, Dr. Laura Stachel and her husband invent something that's now helping to save mothers and babies all around the world.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Butterfly Is Joplin's Symbol of Hope]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2011/ov_111122_joplin_butterfly.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[6 months after the devastating tornado, the people of Joplin, MO are rebuilding and focusing on symbols of hope and gratitude. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brad Pitt Wants To Spend The Night With You]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2011/ce_111121_brad_pitt_spends_the_night.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Brad Pitt really does want to spend the night with you and there is no mention of Angelina Jolie coming along!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Spends $4 Million On Minor Miracles]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/2011/ch_111121_minor_miracles.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Sal Dimiceli has made a lot of money in his career.  Nothing gives him more joy than to give it away.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman Steals Back Her Stolen Bike]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_111114_woman_steals_bike_back.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Kathryn Lucas isn't your average crime victim. When she saw her stolen bike for sale on Craig's List, she took matters into her own hands.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[7-Year-Old Saves Christmas]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2011/ki_111114_7yo_saves_christmas.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Bradley Thomas is busy working to save Christmas for a family he doesn't even know.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hockey Parents Get Huge Surprise]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_111115_bruins_surprise.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Darren and Lori Jacobs thought they were being asked to drop the ceremonial puck at a recent Boston Bruins hockey game because of Veterans Day, as their son has been serving in Afghanistan. Watch their jaws drop as an entire arena shares in a surprise.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Son's Tweet Saves Mom's Bookstore]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2011/bu_111115_tweet_saves_store.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When Aaron Durand heard his mom's bookstore was in trouble. How he helped save the day with Twitter, some burritos and a whole lot of love.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blind Man Uses His Ears To See]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/2011/ov_111111_human_echolocation.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Daniel Kish has been blind since he was a baby. He uses a system called, "Human Echolocation" to create images in his mind and gain independence.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stephen King Has Warm Fuzzy Heart]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/celebrities/2011/ce_111111_stephen_king.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[He might make millions by scaring us, but turns out nothing feels better to Stephen King than being incredibly kind and generous to his neighbors during a time of need. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Failure To Top Facebook Executive]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/2011/bu_111109_facebook_executive.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Carolyn Everson knows what it is to fail..and recover. Her biggest bust led her to one of the hottest jobs in Silicon Valley.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blind Teen Runs Cross Country With Guide Dog]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/2011/ki_111109_blind_cross_country.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Sami Stoner thought she lost running when she lost her sight. But now she's back competing on cross country trails with the help of her beloved guide dog.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pit Bull and Kitten Are Best Friends]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111108_pit_bull_and_kitten.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I love stories that celebrate unusual friendships.  In that spirit, I bring you the kitten and the pit bull. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog Stops Toddler's Temper Tantrum]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111108_dog_stops_tantrum.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A fed up dog does what a parent can't. Tells this wailing toddler that enough is enough.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soldier Dad Reads Bedtime Stories]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_111104_bed_time_stories.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[See this precious moment as a dad away on basic training records video of his reading bedtime stories to his 2-year-old daughter.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[92-Year-Old Ex-Rockette Still Dancing!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/beyond60/2011/be_111104_92yo_rockette.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Louise Neistat was a Rockette...during World War II. But for the 92-year-old, age hasn't gotten in the way of her passion for dance or her desire to help others.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Donut-Eating Turkey Adopts Donut Store]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111103_donut_eating_turkey.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Maybe he was a police officer in a former life. One New Hampshire turkey has decided the local Dunkin' Donuts is his favorite hangout. Make that a dozen plain donut holes, please.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cold Feet; No Power Can't Stop This Couple]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_1111103_no_power_wedding.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Douglas Arnold and Kathleen Dal Santo were supposed to have a quiet wedding ceremony, but they, like hundreds of thousands of other people in Connecticut, have had no electricity since the weekend storm. That's how they ended up getting married like this.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mom-To-Be Passes Driving Test While In Labor]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2011/ov_111102_labor_driving_test.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Everyone kept telling Emma French to leave the DMV and head to the hospital to deliver her baby.  Anyone who knows how hard it is to get a DMV appointment will understand her choice.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trick Or Treaters Show Up At Steve Jobs' House]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2011/bu_111102_steve_jobs_halloween.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The spirit of the late Apple Genius lives on as his family dishes out candy to neighborhood kids]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman Gives Away "$5" Quilt, Actually Worth Thousands!]]></title><link><![CDATA[Woman discovers "beat up old quilt" she bought for $5 at a garage sale was actually a Civil War treasure. Even knowing it was worth thousands of dollars, she still decided to give it away. ]]></link><description><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_111101_civil_war_quilt.html]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mama Cat Leads Rescuer To Her Kittens]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_1111101.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A clever mama cat leads animal worker back to her litter of kittens to help save the day!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[My New Radio Show Launches Tonight!!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/blogs/blog_111031_new_radio_show.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Big news, tonight my new radio show launches on FM stations across the country!  Here's a sneak peek and how you can listen from anywhere around the world.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Make Halloween A Total Treat]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/2011/ch_111031_halloween_give_back.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It doesn't just have to be about scaring people. Here are ways to give back this Halloween.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog Stays By Dead Owner's Side For 2 Weeks]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111026_dog_stays_by_owner.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When an elderly man died in the wilderness his loyal dog, Lucky, stayed by his side for two weeks until rescuers found them.. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[90-Yr-Old Stand Up Comedian Getting Laughs]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/beyond60/2011/be_111026_90yo_standup_comedian.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Did you hear the one about the old guy who gets the last laugh?  That's Bill Leahy's story--finally making his lifelong dream come true.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Fave DWTS Celebrity Inspires]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2011/ce_111025_DWTS_Inspires.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I've been following J.R. Martinez since his days on "All My Children" and I picked him as an early favorite to win it all on "Dancing With The Stars." Now, it looks like America is catching up and seeing what I love about this inspiring war veteran.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Story Behind "Feel Your Boobies"]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_111026_feel_your_boobies.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Leigh Hurst was the last person who ever expected to get breast cancer. A catchy slogan led her to change her life and help save countless others.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Disc Jockey Donating Kidney To His Childhood Best Friend]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_111024_dj_kidney_stone.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Morning jock Jason Pennington has been best friends with Jim Romano since he was 12 years old. When his old pal needed a new kidney, this funny man was serious when he knew he'd be the perfect match]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Knitters Rally For Shivering Penguins!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111024_sweaters_for_penguins.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Knitters around the world are responding to a request to create sweaters for penguins affected by New Zealand's oil spill.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Abandoned Shelter Dogs Become Top Rescuers]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111021_shelter_dogs_rescue.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Retired Phys Ed teacher Wilma Melville always knew she was a good teacher. Now her students are finding a new leash on life by saving humans.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman Saves Truck Driver In Fiery Crash]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_111021_woman_saves_trucker.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A woman who witnessed a fiery crash involving a big-rig on southbound U.S. Highway 101 in San Francisco early Wednesday morning is being lauded for saving a life after she dragged the unconscious truck driver to safety.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Couple Married 72 Years Dies Holding Hands]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_111020_dies_holding_hands.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[An Iowa couple who was married for 72 years died one hour apart last week in the hospital as they held hands.Family said the story of Gordon, 94, and Norma Yeager, 90, is a real-life love story.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haitian Amputee Soccer Team Inspires]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2011/jw_111020_haitian_amputee_soccer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A team of special young Haitian men spread hope and inspiration by holding a clinic to teach wounded warriors to play the game they love. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pink Sisterhood Unites]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_111019_pink_link.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Breast Cancer survivor Vickie Tashman yearned for a different kind of connection as she went through treatment and recovery.  She came up with a genius way to find it--creating a Match.com type of website for survivors like her. Pink-link.org was born. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dogs Get Political In San Francisco]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111019_dogs_get_political.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[There are more dogs living in the city by The Bay than there are children! Now there humans are rising up and demanding freedom for their furry friends.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exonerated Ex-Con Wins Boxing Match]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_111017_52_yo_boxer_wins.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I told you last week about the amazing story of Dewey Bozella, a man who fought for more than 20 years to clear his name of murder charges. This weekend, Bozella, fought for real and had a lifetime dream come true.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Elephants Reunited]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_111017_elephants_reunited.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Get the Kleenex ready as two old circus elephants meet again as one is a new retiree to a dream elephant sanctuary.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SF Neighborhood Pulls Together After Fire]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2011/ov_111010_fire_pulls_together.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[No one was hurt, but 30 people lost their homes in a recent building fire. 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Watch this dog!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google Orange Doodle Celebrates Man Who Discovered Vitamin C]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2011/bu_110920_google_orange_doodle.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Wondering what the pretty orange Google doodle was all about last Friday. Here's the sweet twist. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Professional Photographer Saves Dogs' Lives]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_110920_photograhper_saves_dogs.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Photographer Theresa Berg has started to work on changing the grim images of animal adoption photos into something that a possible pet owner can't refuse. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kids Defy Hurricane Irene To Get To School]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2011/ki_110919_kids_defy_irene.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Power out. 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Come read more details]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fighter Pilot Uses Golf To Help Vets' Families]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_110902_fighter_pilot_hero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Major Dan Rooney has been a fighter pilot, PGA professional and now has found his true purpose--raising scholarship money for families of veterans.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[100-Yr-Old Doctor Not Quitting His Day Job]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/beyond60/2011/be_110901_100yo_doctor.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Even though he recently turned 100, Dr. Ephraim Engleman still sees arthritis patients regularly at the University of California San Francisco. 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He has the formerly woeful Florida Marlins on the a hot winning streak. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Biker Smashes World Speed Record]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_110725_biker_world_speed_record.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Hitting a top speed of more than 300mph, biker Bill Warner smashed his own land-speed record on a road-worthy motorbike to become the World's fastest street-biker. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mystery Donor Saves Women's Gym]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_110722_donor_saves_gym.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[No one knows who wrote the check, but many health-seeking women in a low-income neighborhood are jumping for joy that someone has saved their special gym. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Niagara Falls Survivor Reunites With Boat Captain Hero]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_110722_niagra_falls_hero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The 30-year-old woman rescued Monday from the dangerous waters of Niagara Falls had just four words for the boat captain who rescued her when she met him for the first time Wednesday night. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kindness Turns Around Struggling Cafe']]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100923_kind_cafe.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Business was so bad, the Metwalys couldn't even sell their once bustling cafe. 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Something that will show your heart what's possible.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Mom To 17!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_110510_super_mom_to_17.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Pamela Young is mother to 5 adopted kids and 2 foster children.  That's just now.  There are 10 others she has raised as she finds her purpose in life. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Blind Artist Will Amaze You With Color]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2011/ar_110510_blind_artist.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[John Bramblitt is an artist whose work is defined by bold and expressive use of color which has emotion all its own. 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See how the Denver Broncos know they have a winner and survivor in this young man.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cary Grant: Super Star Dad]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2011/ce_110504_cary_grant_super_star_dad.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[His only child, Jennifer, shares what life was like growing up with Cary Grant as her dad.  Sounds like a love story. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Wild Proposal Ride @ Disneyland]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_110504_wild_proposal_at_disneyland.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[There's no way this unsuspecting girlfriend could have seen this kind of marriage proposal coming during a trip to Disneyland.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reuniting Storm Victims W/Photos & Documents]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_110503_reuniting_storm_victims.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When Patty Bullion started finding pieces of photos and documents in her Alabama yard she knew there would be families grateful to have them back. 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There's An App For That!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2011/bu_110502_30_million_into_now_app.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Adam Cahan came up with a clever TV social network app.  3 mos later he sold it to Yahoo! for $30 million]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm Victims Embrace Kindness From Strangers ]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_110502_storm_victims_Embrace_strangers.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Those whose lives have been smashed by last weekend's tornadoes are counting on help from the kind of people who step up before being asked.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Kids Find Their Voices In The 'High-Five Choir']]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2011/ki_110429_high_five_choir.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A unique school music program is teaching students of all abilities to embrace and share their love for music. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Night @Pub Inspires One Man's Mission Of Good]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2011/jw_110430_pub_inspired_mission.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow was enjoying a pint at his local pub in the Scottish Highlands when he got an idea that would change his life -- and the lives of thousands of others.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Billionaire on Mission To Give Away His Fortune]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/2011/ch_110427_billionaire_gives_away_fortune.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Eli Broad is one of the richest men in the world.  He's doing his best to give most of his money away.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parking Meters Donate To Homeless]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/2011/ch_110427_parking_meters_donate.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Donation meters now in place in Salt Lake City let folks donate to homeless causes rather than panhandlers on the street.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lobster-Shell Golf Balls Revive Cruise Ship Tradition]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_110426_lobster_shell_golf_%20balls.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[For years, a favorite cruise ship pastime was hitting golf balls from the decks into the sea, but the practice ended after an international treaty banned the dumping of plastic, including golf balls, at sea in about 1988. 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Amazing triumphs and inspiration.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pro Surfer Saves Woman From Drowning]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_110421_pro_surfer_saves_drowning_woman.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Pro surfer James Pribram was in the right place at the right time to save Maira Khan when a monster wave swept this unsuspecting young woman out to sea.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Accidental Tenor Living A Dream]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2011/ar_110419_accidental_tenor.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Funny thing happened when Andy Lunsford lost his job.  Set him on a path to pursue a talent and passion he didn't even know he had.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soldier-Dog Reunions!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_110419_soldier_dog_reunion.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Warm your heart as you watch these dogs welcome home their best friends!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[90-Year-Old Mayor Holds Office Half His Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/beyond60/2011/be_110420_90yo_mayor.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Maybe you can remember a time when William Koch wasn't mayor of Gulf Stream, Florida.  Most people can't.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Loving Small Town Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_110420_loving_small_town_life.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Is the pace of big city life too much for you?  Come for a visit to Mayfield, KS, a small town that is thriving.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boston Marathon Hero]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_110418_boston_marathon_hero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Among the thousands running the Boston Marathon today is Jackie Kenyon, a determined woman who has used running to beat the demon of a lifetime of addiction. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Polo Gives Teens Unlikely Ride Out Of Trouble]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/2011/ki_110418_polo_gets_teens_out_of_trouble.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[An inner city non-profit stable gives three teens a ride to opportunity to worlds they could never dream of. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guerrilla Gardening Revitalizes Neglected Spaces]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2011/ar_110415_guerilla_gardening.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Richard Reynolds' illicit planting revitalizes neglected public spaces.  Shockingly, some see him as a criminal. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heroes Risk Radiation To Save Dogs]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2011/jw_110415_save_dogs_from_radiation.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Rescuers have been risking their lives in the nuclear swamp around tsunami-hit Japan's stricken power plant - to save abandoned dogs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post-Wedding Gift For Brides]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_110413_post_wedding_gift_for_brides.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Something tells me Will and Kate won't need this after the Royal Wedding, but the rest of you brides out there are sure to love this brilliant creation from one Mother Of The Bride. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA["Peeps" Go Glam!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/2011/ar_110413_peeps_glamour_shots.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Guess I'm not the only one who gets excited to see the Peeps marshmallows make their Spring debut.  See what one creative food blogger has done to give Peeps an extra push! Very fun!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cupcake Businesses Booming]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/2011/bu_110412_cupcake_biz_booming.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Imagine chucking it all to go for your dream--baking and selling cupcakes.  How sweet it is for these successful entrenpreneurs. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy With No Hands Wins Penmanship Award]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/2011/ki_110412_no_hand_penmanship_award.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A boy in Maine without hands wins a national penmanship award. Nick Maxim writes by clutching a pencil between his arms.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dean Koontz' Dog Days]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2011/ce_110412_dean_koontz_dogs.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[He's one of the best selling authors in the world.  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Good home cooking seems to have done the trick.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Live Close Up View Of Baby Eagles In Nest]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_110408_live_eagle_cam.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The Raptor Resource Project brings you the Decorah Eagles from atop their tree at the fish hatchery in Decorah, Iowa. The live video feed is streamed online 24/7.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jake The Cat Knows Where He Belongs]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_110407_cat_knows_where_he_belongs.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[What to do when a stubborn cat decides he wants to move in? 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It's breast cancer, the disease that took his mother's life.  He's ferociously fighting back.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man & Goose Update]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_110404_man_and_goose_update.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When I first brought you this story a month ago, nothing could keep this man and his goose, best friend, apart.  It's already time for an update.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Actress Kristin Davis Loves Baby Elephants!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2011/ce_110404_kristin_davis_elephant.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You know her from "Sex And The City," but did you know that she goes the extra mile for baby elephants in Kenya.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFL Draft Pick Beats Cancer]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_110330_nfl_pick_beats_cancer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Tired of hearing about spoiled NFL owners and players? Mark Herzlich is the kind of athlete who will make you love football again.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ted Turner's Bison Help Save Rare Herd]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/celebrities/2011/ce_110330_ted_turner_bison.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Who you gonna call when a rare bison herd appears to dying out because of inbreeding? 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Watch Seun Adebiyi and ask yourself if you could keep pushing like he does. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog Therapy For Law Students]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_110325_yale_therapy_dog.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Yale Law School is launching a pilot program next week in which students can check out a "therapy dog" named Monty along with the library's collection of more than one million books. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog Survives Month In Burned Out House]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_110325_dog_survives_fire.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Terisa Acevedo cried tears of joy this week after finding her dog alive among the ashes of her burned-out and boarded-up house, where the dog had survived an entire month!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pages The Cat Looks For A Happy Ending]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_110324_library_cat.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I'm wondering if this Kansas library has adopted a cat or has the cat adopted the library? ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[90-Year-Old Race Track Worker Is Hero!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/beyond60/2011/be_110324_90yo_track_worker_hero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Santa Anita paddock guard John Shear tossed a 6-year-old girl out of the path of a runaway horse just in time to be trampled himself.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Special Sauce Saving The Day For Troops]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/2011/bu_110323_sauce_for_troops.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The food was getting pretty bland for South Carolina National Guardsmen serving in Afghanistan.  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If it always looked like this, more people would probably watch. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazing Welcome Home Video!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_110228_welcome_home_video.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Anyone who has elbowed their way through a busy airport of strangers will appreciate this video. Want to smile? 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But baseball coach Tom Walter turned into an angel when one of his top recruits needed a kidney to save his young life]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Granny Beats Off Robbers With Purse]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/beyond60/2011/be_110210_granny_beats_robbers.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A gang of smash and grab robbers were in for quite a surprise Monday when a purse swinging granny foiled their plan. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Now THIS Is True Love]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100202_beekeper.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[So much for infatuation.  This DarynKagan.com classic shows us all how sweet a lifetime of love can really be.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Random Kind Acts Help Tucson Heal]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_110209_random_acts_heal_tucson.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Contributions from ordinary people in Tucson and from around the country have been offering solace to a community still suffering in the aftermath of the tragedy. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NY Times Photographer 1st Recovery Steps]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2011/ar_110209_photographer_recovers.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Photographer Joao Silva takes his first steps since losing both legs last October when he stepped on a mine in Afghanistan.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chance Airport Meeting Heals Heart]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_110208_chance_airport_meeting.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Grieving widower Bruce Bailey met a young family while waiting for a flight.  The bond their chance meeting created led to a cross-country treasure hunt.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neighbor's Kind Act Creates Family]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_110208_kindness_creates_family.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It started with a simple conversation with his elderly neighbor.  What John O'Leary did next changed for their lives forever.  Hard to tell who got the better end of this deal.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cross-Eyed Possum Generates Oscar Buzz]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_110206_cross_eyed_possum.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Heidi the cross-eyed possum is attracting fans from all over the world. 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Somehow the pilot managed to land on the back of a flatbed truck! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Deaf Basketball Team Can't Be Beat]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_110203_deaf_bball_team.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A basketball team overcame some formidable obstacles when it went from losing a game by 75 points three years ago to being undefeated this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young Poet Reaching For The Stars]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/2011/ar_110202_young_poet.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Joshua Bennett is so much more than a college poet.  He's performing and inspiring around the world, including at the White House. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Performer Becomes Human Basketball!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_110202_human_basketball.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Half-time at a Phoenix Suns basketball game takes an interesting twist as a hoops acrobat decides to turn himself into a human acrobat and slam dunk himself!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Facebook Reunites Family With Lost Baby 37-Years Later]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_110131_family_reunites_through_facebook.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Steve Inman always wondered what had happened to his older sister Sally, born in South Korea and missing for 37 years. Finally, Facebook brought them together. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thank You Notes Change Man's Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_110131_thank_you_notes.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Thank you notes can be more than a chore.  One man set out to write one a day for an entire year. He found gratitude came right back to the sender.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Climber Falls 1,000 Off Cliff & Lives]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_110201_climber_falls_and_lives.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Fellow climbers thought Adam Potter must've been a goner as they watched him plummet 1,000 over the side of a cliff. Boy, did he have a surprise for them! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Idol Contestant Is A Hero]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_110201_idol_hero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Chris Medina is about so much more than singing.  He personifies true love and devotion with how he's caring for his fiance'. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Takes Down Ponzi Scheme]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/2011/bu_110128_takes_down_ponzi_scheme.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ty Schlobohm was a happily married father of two working as an investment banker when he came across an investment fund too good to be true. He risked his career to take down what turned out to be a Ponzi scheme preying on the elderly.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dream Job: Lego Master Builder]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/2011/bu_110128_lego_master_builder.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Cal Walsh was like a lot other recent college grads--out of work, until he won the competition to become LegoLand's next master builder. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blind Man Builds Cars, Sheds, Birdhouses & More]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/2011/ov_110127_blind_builds_cars.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Impossible has never been a word in Ronnie Presnell's vocabu•lary. Back in 1998, a car crash left Ronnie without any eyesight, but you don't need eyes to be amazing. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman Gives Away Her Dream Wedding]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/2011/lv_110127_gives_away_wedding.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Lisa Linehan set out to find her dream husband. Since he has yet to show up, she's giving her dream wedding away to a deserving couple.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daryn's Giving Her Birthday Away!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/2011/ch_110126_daryn_gives_away_birthday.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I am so excited to give my birthday away this year.  Here's how I'm doing it and you might want to, as well.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pianist Creates Her Own Fairytale Ending]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/2011/ar_110126_piano_fairytaale.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Classical Pianist Simone Dinnerstein felt washed up at age 30.  So took a huge risk breaking the rules with a piece of music she'd fallen in love with as a teen.  For anyone who's ever wanted their lifelong dream to come true. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman Speaks Again After Voice Box Transplant]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/2011/ov_110125_voice_box_transplant.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A woman whose natural voice could have been silenced forever because of vocal cord damage is able to talk again after undergoing a rare voice box transplant. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unemployed Man Feeds The Hungry]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_110125_unemployed_feeds_hungry.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Herman Travis lost his job, so now he spends his time delivering food to some folks who really need it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mom is NFL's Oldest Cheerleader!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_110125_oldest_cheerleader.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Laura Vikmanis was looking for a new challenge.  She found it! She's the oldest cheerleader in the NFL, cheering along gals half her age.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homeless Man Turns In Backpack With $3,000]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_110124_homeless_returns_3300.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Dave Tally is homeless. When he found a backpack with $3,000 in it, he knew just what he needed to do. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former NBA Big Man Leading Fight Against Parkinson's]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_110117_brian_grant_parkinsons.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ "You have Parkinson's Disease." It's the last thing a recently retired NBA star expects to hear.  See what Brian Grant is doing with his new life and challenges. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Missing Leg Is No Problem For Kiteboarder]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_110117_one_legged_kite_boarder.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Professional kiteboarder Sean Reyngoudt doesn't let a missing leg slow him down.  It only inspired him to take up new, more challenging sports.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[94-Muralist Painting Up A Storm]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/beyond60/2011/be_110113_94_yo_muralist.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Erma Winfield is 94-years-old and busy! She's painting murals that tell her incredible life story on walls across Los Angeles. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sleeping Bags Zip Up Kindness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/2011/he_110113_sleeping_bag_project.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Why are thousands of volunteers stitching sleeping bags for the needy?  It all started with the kind act of one homeless man on a cold New York City night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Tweet It Is!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/2011/ov_110112_jospeh_muzzin.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A great young man named Joseph Muzzin reached to be through Twitter making sure I knew about a story that ran on Detroit local news. Meet Joe and the good work he's doing. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Biggest NFL Superstar You Never Heard Of]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/2011/sp_110112_falcons_clabo.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Looking for someone to root for this coming weekend of NFL playoffs? How about the Atlanta Falcons and Tyson Clabo. Tyson Who? Read this piece and I promise you won't forget him.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Polar Bear Twins Amaze!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2011/an_110109_polar_bear_mom.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Twin cubs is the last thing a wildlife photographer expected to find when he returned to an area with a severely injured female polar bear. Here's one for beating the odds. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[    Two-Year-Old Knows Presidents]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2011/ki_110110_states.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[After the tragic news this weekend, I think we could all use a sweet, innocent smile.  This video is sure to deliver.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Army Wife Becomes Mrs. Claus]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_101229_mrs_claus_army_wife.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Providing gifts for the children of wounded  or deployed soldiers, the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Female Mechanic Empowering Women Drivers]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_101229_female_mechanic.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The auto shop: one of the last bastions of male dominated workplaces. One woman took a U-turn with her life to change all that.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blind Teen Leads Two Football Teams]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_101228_blind_teen_leads_football.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jake Olson might have lost his sight last year, but this wise teen has incredible vision about life.  It's enough to inspire the USC Trojans and now an NFL team, as well. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Who Is Really #1 Football Player?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2010/ki_101228_carry.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[We're getting down to the nitty gritty of deciding the top football team in America. I'm nominating a young man who is far and above any player I've seen this season.  Come see true class.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Golfer On A Mission]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_101216_golfer_on_a_mission.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Mike Minicucci thought his golf game was over when doctor's diagnosed an inoperable brain tumor.  See how one man is defying the odds in medicine, on the golf course and life. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homeless Vet Finds & Returns Cash]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_101216_homeless_returms_cash.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Brian Christopher could sure think of plenty of things he could do with the $172 he found inside a lost wallet.  What he ended up doing is priceless.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Mystery Of Christmas Pudding]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_101215_christmas_pudding.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ What's the fuss about $1700 Christmas pudding in London? Here's why the English go crazy for a dessert most Americans don't get]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[250 Santas & World's Oldest Christmas Tree!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_101215_oldest_chirstmas_tree.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You think you've been hauling your Christmas Tree out of the basement for a zillion years?  Check out this family heirloom.  Also, did you hear the one about 250 Santas...]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Viral Video Brings Actor Lucky Break]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2010/ce_101213_viral_actor.html]]></link><description><![CDATA["Boardwalk Empire's" Erik Weiner tells how he turned a bit part into a big one. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barber Continues Haircut Despite SUV Crash!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_101213_crash_haircut.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[See what happens when an SUV comes crashing through an Anchorage barbershop storefront.  Barber shows how customer is always #1.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Save A Player's Life? There's An App For That!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_101206_basketball_app.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Basketball star Xavier Jones has two men to thank for still being alive: His coach and Steve Jobs. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boss Lays Herself Off]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_101206_boss_lays_off_self.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[With business slowing down, Lola Gonzalez knew she would have to layoff someone from her small business.  Imagine her workers' surprise when the boss laid herself off and let them keep their jobs! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Band Hannukah]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2010/ar_101202_big_band_hannukah.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Whether or not you are Jewish you are sure to get a kick of one man's passion to create a different kind of holiday music.  Very fun. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFL Stars Foster Hope Off The Field]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_101202_nfl_fosters_hope.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Sometimes the real heroism happens long after the stadium lights are dark and the players have left the field. NBC's Lee Cowan shares the big-hearted efforts of San Diego's Phillip Rivers and Quentin Jammer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where's Molly?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_101201_wheres_molly.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It Wasn't Until His Parents Died That Jeff Daly Learned What Happened to His Younger Sister Who Disappeared 47 Years Earlier. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Lost Brothers Reunited]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_101201_lost_brothers_reunited.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[An older brother who spends over a decade saving funds to reunite and live with his two younger siblings after they were all split apart in foster care as children.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighter Sees Late Brother's Image On His Jacket]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_101130_firefighter_sees_brothers_face.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Firefighter says a startling discovery on his jacket could be a sign from his late brother who died 5 years ago, a Marine fighting in Iraq. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Cat Attacks Gator; Cat Wins]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_101130_cat_beats_gator.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is for anyone facing something big and scary in their life right now.  Here's wishing you courage.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Couple Sees Wedding Photos For 1st Time--45 Years Later]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_101129_wedding_photos.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Couple finds negatives they could never afford to purchase in Pennsylvania scrap yard. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baby Elephant Ultrasound!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_101129_elephant_ultrasound.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Get the cutest glimpse of a baby elephant months before he's born.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Physics Of How Cats Drink]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_101123_cats_drink_physics.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[MIT researchers unlock some surprising secrets of your cat's tongue.  Fascinating stuff. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kitty Surprise!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_101123_kitty_surprise.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I don't want to say much.  Just watch this short video and get ready for a kitty giggle.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homeless Man Reinvents; Helps Others]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2010/ov_101122_homeless_man_helps_others.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Allen Barsema knows what it is to be homeless. He also know what it is to recover, help others, and that it's never too late to give back. 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In their case, it was their house! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Father's Love Inspires Sesame Street Video]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2010/ki_101021_sesame_street.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Joey Mazzarino is the head writer on Sesame Street. 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Texas Rangers pitchers Darren Oliver and Tommy Hunter had a big surprise for Southwest Airlines passengers out of Dallas last week.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sissy The Chicken Tries To Make It Two In A Row]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_101015_chick_pic.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Knock me over with a chicken feather!  Sissy the chicken actually had a correct pick for the Sunday night NFL game.  Only took 1/3 of the season to get it right.  Can she repeat? Who's she picking this week? The answers are in this video. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Couple Holds Renegade Wedding At State Fair]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_101015_renegade_wedding.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Think you've been to a zillion weddings and seen it all?  Check out this spirited wedding ceremony as one couple decides to marry at the Texas State Fair. Hint: the bouquet is a serving of cotton candy]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[9/11 Widow Fights Back With Hope]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_101014_widow_fights_back.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Cathy Carrilli decided she could keep grieving or get busy creating a legacy that honors her late husband, Tom. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wouldn't You Like To Take A Ride In This!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/2010/os_101014_radio_flyer_car.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A car shaped like a giant Radio Flyer red wagon is turning heads on the streets of Alaska.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rescued Dog Alerts Man To Diabetes]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_101013_diabetes_dog.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ Walter Graham thought he was rescuing a dog named Middy.  Little did he realize Middy showed up in his life to save him. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baby Born @ 10:10 on 10/10/10]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2010/ki_101013_10_baby.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Something tells me this kid will always know to pick "10" for his lucky number! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Craig's List Kidney]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100331_craigslistkidney.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When Dan Flood told his daughters he would need a kidney transplant and none of them was a match, they took to Craig's List looking for the miracle they hoped they would find. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young Millionaire Rises In China]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2010/jw_101012_china_millionaire.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Looks like the American Dream is spreading around the globe.  Come here the amazing story of one young Chinese woman rising from poverty to riches.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Mama Cat Teaches Baby Squirrel To Purr]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100917_purring_squirrel.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[My chicken isn't the only one that's a little confused.  So is this baby squirrel, well on its way to believing it is really a cat. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daryn's Chicken Tries To Redeem Herself]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100917_daryns_chicken_redemption.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The NFL season admittedly didn't get off to the best start for my chicken, Sissy, as she picked the Dallas Cowboys to beat the Washington Redskins.  New week, new challenge.  See who Sissy is picking to what NFL watchers are calling, "The Manning Brothers Bowl."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trapped Miners Are Finding Hope]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2010/jw_100916_trapped_miners_hope.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Drilling resumes after days repairing a broken bit, and one miner finds hope in the birth of a daughter, appropriately named Esperanza, which means 'hope' in Spanish. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[IKEA Turns Store Over To 100 Cats]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100916_cats_at_ikea.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[What kind of furniture is most attractive for cats?  The folks at IKEA decided to let the 100 cats choose for themselves.  A wild idea for an experiment and a TV commercial.  Go behind the scenes with the kitties!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Tower of Hope]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100518_special-dogs-reclaim-911-legacy.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I call this story a "3-fer," as in 3 great elements.  It has love, heroes, and amazing dogs.  Who could ask for more? ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Randy Pausch's Legacy: "The Last Lecture"]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100915_last_lecture.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Remember Randy Pausch? He was the college professor diagnosed with pancreatic cancer who gave a final lecture on how to live and how to die.  Now, two years after his death, his widow shares how his legacy lives on and what she's learned in the difficult time since saying goodbye to her beloved husband. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Husband Sacrifices Life For Pregnant Wife]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100914_husband_sacrifices_life.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When an oncoming car careened toward their car, Brian Wood made the ultimate sacrifce--swerving his car to take the brunt of the impact. The move cost him his life, but save the lives of his beloved wife and unborn child.  A true hero's story. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen Daredevil Thrills From Wheelchair]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2010/ov_100914_teen_wheelchair_daredevil.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Aaron Fotheringham was born with Spina Bifida, but don't call him disabled.  He prefers, "adrenaline junkie!"  See why.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Subway Hero Saves Woman's Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100907_subway_hero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A quick thinking subway driver takes action as he spots a woman falling onto the tracks in New York City.  He says it's all in a day's work. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daryn Calls In The Chicken Whisperer]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100907_chicken_whisperer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I can no longer keep this personal secret.  My chickens have not laid a single egg since the beginning of July.  I had no choice.  I called the Chicken Whisperer.  Watch today's story to see my Chicken 911 call.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[8-Year-Old Photographer Amazes]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2010/ki_100903_8yo_photographer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Safe to say Thomas Harmon has an eye for great pictures.  Check out what this Kansas boy is already capturing with his camera. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Comic Headlines Highway Off-Ramp]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2010/ar_100903_off_ramp_comedian.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The laughs are cheap at the I-74 off-ramp in Davenport, Iowa. When the local comedy club shut down, stand-up comedian Don Hepner took his act to the people--in their cars as they drive by.  Guaranteed to bring you a chuckle or two.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Penguins of Antarctica]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100830_penguins.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Is it still hot where you are?  How about cooling down by spending a few moments and a few smiles with the happy dancing penguins of Antarctica? ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Skydiver Solves Rubik's Cube Before Parachute Deploy]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_100830_skydiver_rubric_cube.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You probably don't want to ask why would anyone want to do this, but is pretty cool to see a young German skydiver attempt to solve Rubik's Cube puzzle before he deploys his parachute. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doggie Lifeguards Saving Lives in Italy]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100826_dog_lifeguards.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Check out these canine heroes helping The Coast Guard save lives in Italy. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Art Carved Into Watermelons]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2010/ar_100826_watermelon_art.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I'm not sure if it's art carved into watermelons or watermelons carved into art.  In any case, you just have to see what some pretty creative fruit lovers have come up with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[3-Year-Old Saves Dads Life--Running To Fire Station]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2010/ki_100825_3yo_saves_dad.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The parents of 3-year-old Alesaundra Tafoya always pointed out the fire house two blocks from their house.  "That's where you go if you need help," they said.  Good thing this bright tot soaked up that lesson.  It saved her dad's life. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NY Yankees Surprise #1 Fan]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_100825_yankees_fan.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Imagine Jane Lang's surprise when Yankee manager Joe Girardi and 4 top players showed up on her doorstep to escort her to a game at Yankee Stadium!  Here's the thing--the Yankees were even more inspired and honored to be with Jane]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who Inspires Chris Rock?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2010/ce_100824_chris_rock.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[He's a super famous comedian who's made a fortune making people laugh.  But Chris Rock gets very serious when asked who inspires him. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armless Piano Player Inspires China]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2010/ar_100824_armless_piano_player.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You can call him the Chinese "Susan Boyle."  Liu Wei wowed the judges and audience as he plays piano using his toes on "China's Got Talent." ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman Loans Credit Card To Homeless Man]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100823_credit_card_to_homeless_man.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[New Yorker Merrie Harris says she didn't have any cash on her when a homeless man asked her for money.  When he asked for her credit card instead to buy some food, she handed over her American Express.  Is she crazy or trusting? ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV Reporter Engineers Proposal Surprise]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100823_reporter_surprise_proposal.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[KAKE-TV'S Larry Hatteberg was surprised to learn a story he did years ago led to a man meeting the love of his life.  So when that same man came to Larry asking if he would help him pop the question, well, how could Larry resist?  A sweet story to start your week.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tiny Sculptures Make Struggling Artist A Millionaire]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2010/ar_100415_tinyartist.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Willard Wigan struggled with learning challenges as a child. A cruel teacher made him feel small. His mother challenged him to make small big. Now his micro sculptures are fetching prices in the millions of dollars. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four Sisters; Four Babies; Four Days]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100813_four_sisters_four_babies.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Headline pretty much says it all.  Four sisters give birth to four babies over four straight days.  You can't make this stuff, nor apparently, can you plan it!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crocheting Granny Has A Secret]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/2010/ch_100811_crocheting_granny.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[We go all the way to New Zealand to meet Marion Stretch, a grandma with a passion for crocheting, helping others, and a secret you'd probably never guess. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shelter Spoofs Wedding Dance Video]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100811_shelter_dance_video.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Remember last year's wedding dance video that went viral?  Couple choreographed fun dance for their wedding party to boogie down the aisle of the church?  Now, The Nevada Humane Society has come up with a fun spoof.  It's all to celebrate another kind of happy union. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Posting Kindness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100809_posting_kindness.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Caitlyn Boyle is one young woman who has had enough of the negative talk constantly spinning in her head.  She's leading a worldwide campaign to see the good things about ourselves and the world around us.  That might just explain those seemingly random post-it notes spreading love around America. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[    Stranger Uses Facebook To Return Lost Stuffed Animal]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100809_return_lost_stuffed_animal.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Remember your favorite childhood toy?  The idea of losing it? Devastating!  Liz Everett knows that.  That's why she took to Facebook to help find the right owner of a threadbare stuffed cat left behind in her tea shop.  One relieved 2-year-old boy is sure glad that she did!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[81-Year-Old Barber Is Fishing For Success]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/2010/os_100417_barber.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[To the opposite end of the age range for this story.  How does a small town barber turn into a mogul in the fishing world? That's a story for Rusty Ryan to share. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[8-Year-Old Will Paint For The Queen]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2010/ki_100810_8yo_paint_for_queen.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Art experts are already calling 8-year-old painter Keron Williamson a "mini-Monet." His amazing watercolors are already fetching eye-popping prices.  See his paintings and hear why his big dream is to paint for the Queen of England.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[29 Gifts That Could Change Your Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/2010/ch_100805_29_gifts.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Cami Walker was in a dark, depressing place in her life physically, emotionally, and spiritually.  Just when it seemed she had nothing to give, a friend made a crazy suggestion--it's time to start giving.  Cami's journey is inspiring thousands of people around the world to go on a campaign of giving.  The rewards have been unbelievable. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[7-Year-Old Boy's Act Of Kindness Spreads]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2010/ki_100805_7yo_act_of_kindness.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It all started with $1 and a 7-year-old boy.  His act of leaving that on a stranger's windshield snowballed to create a windfall of goodness. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Afghan Girls Rock On The Soccer Field]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2010/jw_100804_afghan_girls_soccer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A young Afghan-American woman comes up with a wild idea--teach her beloved sport of soccer to girls back in her native Afghanistan.  How a fun game is changing attitudes and opportunities for some amazing girls. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pit Bulls Save Chihuahua From Coyote Attack]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100804_pit_bulls_save_chihuahua.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Dog's best friend is his fellow dog.  That was the case when some neighborhood pit bulls recently witnessed their Chihuahua neighbor being attacked by a wild coyote.  Their little buddy wasn't going to be snatched on their watch if they had anything to say about it..]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Power Of A Single Gift]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2010/ar_100730_trash_art.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here is something to consider over the weekend--what if something you considered a piece of trash could change another person's life?  It happened to one incredible wedding photographer in Southern California. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Dad Delivers Baby At Home On Birthday]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100730_dad_delivers_baby.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Dave Barbacow came home on his birthday to a big surprise.  His wife was in labor and his baby girl was ready to get this party started.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fathers Turn Around Their Lives]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/2010/ov_100729_fathers_turn_lives_around.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[So much for fathers not getting involved in their kids' lives. See how these dads are turning around years of bad choices to be there for their kids. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[One Man And One Computer Changing The Way The World Goes To School]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/2010/ov_100729_changing_education.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It started with one tutoring his niece in algebra from across the country.  Now Salman Khan has developed an online academy that stands to change the world goes to school.  It might even help your kid get through that challenging course.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homeless Man Finds Path Through Volunteering]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2010/ov_100727_homeless_man_volunteers.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Think times are tough? Think you have nothing to give?  Jerry Griffin really had nothing.  He was homeless.  No better time, he figured, to start volunteering to help feed other folks.  Giving when he had nothing is paying off in so many ways. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[One Small Act Creates Tsunami Of Good]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2010/jw_100727_tsunami_of_good.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Years ago, a humble woman in Sweden sent $15 a month to Kenya so that a little boy she never met could go to school.  She never imagined she would meet that boy.  Then again, she could never imagine the great good he would go onto create in her name.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[How About Swapping Offices With Your Boss?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100722_office_swap_boss.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Imagine a world where the big boss accepts a crowded cubicle and an intern gets the corner office?  They're trying it at one Boston company. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Cat Joy Rides On Vacuum Cleaner]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100722_cat_joy_ride.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's another one of those very fun videos that have no other purpose than to give you a huge smile.  I know this one totally cracks me up. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Secret Love and Friend]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100720_old_spice_ads.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Anyone else out there in love with the Old Spice Man?  I can watch these clever ads over and over again.  Here's the scoop behind one of the most successful marketing campaigns ever. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[    Really? These Animals Are Friends? ]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100720_animal_friends.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Many of us have been there--with a friend that others can't understand.  Yet, as these adorable pals show--there's nothing better than a pal who has your back.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pet Hotel Supports Seniors]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100712_pet_hotel_for_seniors.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's one of those "Why didn't I think of that?" ideas--a pet hotel that cares for animals when their owners need to go into the hospital. Brilliant.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[An 81-Year-Old Foster Son]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100712_foster_veterans.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ I'm sure you've heard of foster kids, but foster vets?  Come meet some of the amazing folks who are fostering veterans who have nowhere else to go.  A brilliant, caring and program makes a special kind of home and love possible.  Also saves us taxpayers big bucks!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Artist Hits It Big @ Age 94!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/2010/os_100708_94yoartist.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Come meet the hot new artist in New York City.  Carmen Herrerra is 94 years old and shows it's never too late for dreams to come true. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Gossip Queen Finds New Purpose]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2010/ce_100708_gossip_queen_charity.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Celebrity news might be all the rage today, but there was a time when Rona Barrett owned the world of gossip.  Time moves on and so has Miss Rona.  Her news?  All the good she is producing with a cause near and dear to her heart.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baby & Dog Giggle Fest]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100707_baby_and_dog.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's a story sure to bring you a giggle and a smile.  A baby and dog engage in a fun game.  Apparently, they are the only two who know the rules.  Get ready to crack up. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homeless Man Rescues Fallen American Flag]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100707_homeless_man_saves_flag.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Gustus Boravo braves the elements during an intense summer storm to rescue an American Flag knocked to the ground.  He might be a homeless drifter, but he loves his country and the American flag.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soprano Performs After Lung Transplant]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2010/ov_100706_lung_transplant_soprano.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[We'll keep going here with inspiring signers.  Charity Tilleman-Dick blew her doctors away with the performance months after her double-lung transplant and open heart surgery.  Want to believe in miracles? Come hear Charity sing and learn more of her story. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rock Star Surprises Student Choir]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2010/ce_100706_lenny_kravitz.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A bunch of surprises take place in New Orleans. Musician Lenny Kravitz hears a student choir performing some of his music in an outdoor concert. See what happens when he surprises the kids by showing up to join them.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cats Take Over Historic Town]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100630_cats_take_over_town.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's known as "CowTown," but thanks to one dedicated volunteer, it is cats who rule this historic site in Kansas. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bald Beauty Wins Miss Delaware]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2010/ov_100630_bald_miss_delaware.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Kayla Martell suffers from Alopecia, a disorder that causes people to lose their hair. She would not have competed in a beauty pageant without the help from a 5-year-old also suffering from Alopecia.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Billionaires Giving Away Their Big Bucks]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100628_billionaires_give_away.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Talk about peer pressure! The two richest men in America, Bill Gates and Warren Buffet, are issuing a challenge to their fellow billionaires--give away at least half their money to charity.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Kitten Hitches Ride On Back Of Tortoise]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100628_kitten_rides_tortoise.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This story has absolutely no redeeming value---except it's guaranteed to make all you animal lovers smile!  The tortoise reminds me of all my amazing friends who have carried me and given me support over the years.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habitat Honeymooners]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100625_habitat_honeymooners.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Come meet a couple who knows how to throw a great fancy wedding and spend their honeymoon giving back to others.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazing Graduation Speaker Didn't Speak Until He Was 5-Years-Old!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2010/ov_100625_grad_speaker_didnt_speak_til_five.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Eric Duquette can claim that, including living with autism and not speaking until he was 5-years-old.  Imagine the swelling hearts in the audience of his high school graduation as his fellow students pick Eric to be there salutatorian]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grannies Take On South Africa Soccer]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_100624_soccer_grannies.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[So you think the USA is the only big soccer story to care about out of South Africa.  Something tells me when you see these South African grandmas, some as old as 84, taking to the soccer field.  Trust me, no one is more surprised than they are! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[High School Graduate Gets The Surprise of Her Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100624_graduation_surprise.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Chelsea Jusino was a touch sad about her graduation day.  After all, she would go through the ceremony without the presence of her dad who is serving in Afghanistan.  At least, that's what Chelsea thought!  Watch and read for a heart-warming surprise. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business Glitch Leads To Windfall]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100623_cook_book_glitch.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Good Books Publishers had a big problem back in 2000.  A cookbook they were supposed to sell never came to fruition.  Simply as a last minute solution, Phyllis Good and another woman put together a cookbook of recipes for slow cookers.  Little did they realize, this Hail Mary effort would lead to a New York Times Bestseller and change the fortune of this little Pennsylvania publishing house. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Sea Turtle Becomes Underwater Photographer!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100623_turtle_photographer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A scuba diver drops and loses his underwater camera.  He thought it was gone forever.  Little did h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Britain's Prince William Rescues Injured Hiker]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2010/ce_100622_prince_william_rescues_hiker.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[They say some day your prince will come.  Imagine one your woman's surprise when that really happened.  Britain's Prince William leads the rescue effort of an injured hiker.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Love Endures]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100622_alzheimer_love_story.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[CBS News' Barry Petersen shares the most personal story of his career. How Alzheimer's Disease has affected his beloved wife and how his love continues in forms he could've never imagined. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[13-Year-Old Boy Believes Kids Can Change The World]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2010/ki_100617_13_yo_unicef_ambassador.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is a great story to watch with your kids. Meet 13-year-old Bilaal Rajan.  He's a child ambassador for UNICEF and believes kids everywhere can make a difference. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sisters Reunited After 61 Years]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100617_sisters_reunited_after_61_years.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Judy Leu knew she was adopted and has been on a hunt for her biological parents.  Little did she know one of her sisters was also looking for her.  An alert stranger noticed posts on two different websites and made the connection.  A sister love story begins.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bride Will Walk Down Aisle With Bionic Heart]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100615_bionic_bride.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A year ago, Ali Smith was planning her funeral as her weakened heart continued to fail.  Now, she's planning her wedding to the love of her life thanks to mechanical device implanted in her chest supporting her failing heart. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Destiny Couple Finds Astonishing Photo]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100616_destiny_couple_photo.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Alex and Donna Voustinas always felt fate played a hand in bringing them together.  Wait until you see the photo that confirms this--showing their paths crossing as small children 20 years before they met as adults.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unemployed Man Is Giving Away $10 A Day]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100510_giveaway10dollars.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Reed Sandridge has taken his unemployment in a direction few would.  He's spending a year giving away $10 a day to strangers with no strings attached.  See why giving has been the key to one man's happiness.. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Company's Secret To Success: Happiness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100615_zappos_happiness.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Go behind the scenes with Zappos.com, one of the most successful online retailers.  Their CEO shares a simple secret--make employees and customers happy.  Wow! What a concept!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Light Bulb Moment Shines For Young Kenyan]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2010/jw_100611_solar_lanterns_kenya.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[23-year-old Evans Wadongo knows first hand the limitations and dangers kerosene lamps most poor Kenyan families use to light their homes at night.  Despite his limited education, he's invented a solar powered lamp that's safer and cheaper.  And he's managed to give away 10,000 of the lamps for free. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Baby Bluejays Find Musical Human Mama]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100611_baby_bluejays_human_mama.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[See what happens when a pair of orphaned baby bluejays find a young woman with a big heart, a guitar, and the ability to create home and family.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baby Hears Mother's Voice For The First Time]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2010/ov_100610_baby_hears_for_first_time.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[8-month-old Jonathan was born deaf.  See the amazing moment as doctors turn on new cochlear implants and this adorable baby hears his mother's voice for the first time in his life.  A wonderful moment!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Secret Millionaire Gives Back From The Grave]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100610_secret_millionaire_gives_back.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[98-year-old Verna Oller was just about the most frugal person in her small hometown.  She also had a secret.  She was a master investor who had big plans for her amassed fortune. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warren Buffet's Kid Shares Key To Happiness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/celebrities/2010/ce_100609_buffet_son_happiness.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[What's the secret to happiness when you're the son of one of the richest men in the world.  Peter Buffet just might surprise you.  He says it's not money. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[  Bubble Wrap Inspires Greatness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/2010/ki_100609_bubble_wrap_saves_lives.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Matthew Huber is just a 13-year-old kid in Minnesota who looked at a piece of bubble wrap and figured out how to help solve lives in difficult situations.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[76-Year-Old Racer Beating Riders Six Decades Younger]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/2010/os_100607_76_year_old_motorcycle_racer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Henry Brody is making history racing motorcycles.  So what if he's doing it with a few spare body parts.  He has the heart of a champion and there is no stopping him. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA["Perfect" Pitcher Shows Us Grace and Class]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_100607_perfect_pitcher_galarraga.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The sports world can't stop talking about how Detroit Tigers pitcher Armando Galarraga was robbed of a perfect game because of an umpire's blown call.  While the fans and reporters rant, Galarraga shows us all what it means to have grace and class even when you don't get your huge dream.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA["Throw-Away Kid" Finds His Mother & The Truth 61-Years Later]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100604_throwaway_kid_finds_mom.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Paul Stewart and his sister spent most of their childhood in an orphanage.  He never understood why his mother left him behind.  Witness the amazing and emotional reunion as he finds his mother and the truth right before his 70th birthday. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Stranger Delivers WWII Dog Tags To Grateful Family]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100604_WWII_dog_tags_returned.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[How far would you go to deliver a treasure to a family.  One man goes way beyond the call of duty to return WWII dog tags to a family who has had nothing but questions for more than six decades.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Heroes Break Record]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100603_world_record_super_heroes.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Apparently, many folks have an inner desire to be a super hero because many of them showed up in Australia recently to break a World Record. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Search Is On For Mystery Hero]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100603_mystery_hero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A mysterious stranger jumps on the tracks to save a young woman from an oncoming subway train.  Then he disappears.  Now, the family wants to say, "Thank you!"]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Wonderful Way To Remember]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100601_remembering_veterans.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ CBS' Bill Geist has a wonderful piece you won't want to miss about the joy of remembering those the world might've forgotten. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mystery Of Draining Jacuzzi Tub Is Solved]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100601_elephant_draining_jacuzzi.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Owners of a safari lodge in South Africa couldn't figure out why the water kept draining out of one of their jacuzzi tubs.  Plumbers couldn't find any leaks.  It took a tourist with a quick moving camera to solve the mystery. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medal Of Honor Winner Shows Service Can Make Everyday Hero]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100528_medal_of_honor_winner.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Some folks just know how to give.  For Joe Jackson, saving lives as an Air Force aviator wasn't enough.  Even at 87-years-old he's rescuing lives.  He might be doing it in a quieter, simpler way, but he still gets as much or more satisfaction out of his acts of servic.. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Graffiti Target Turns Into Rock Of Inspriation]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2010/ar_100528_rock_of_inspiration.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ It used to be just a big boulder that kids spray painted for kicks.  Until one day 12 years ago when a teenager looked at the big granite rock and realized he could make a huge statement.  Check out the new Memorial Day mural that a young artist recreates each year. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Funnyman Will Ferrell Makes Smiles For Good Buddy & Other Cancer Survivors]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2010/ce_100525_will_ferrell_helps_cancer_survivors.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You know Will Ferrell the comedian.  But did you know he's a loyal friend and philanthropist, as well?  Come see Will's special friendship with one of his college buddies and how together, they are sending cancer survivors to college. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Popular Sandwich Company Eliminates Prices]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100525_panera_eliminates_prices.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Panera Bread Company has a creative idea--open a restaurant with no set prices.  Customers pay what they think is fair.  Any profits go to charity.  Also, the Arizona Humane Society has come up with a great way to find forever homes for their adoptable pet.. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[73-Year-Old Body Building Grandma Will Blow You Away]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/2010/os_100524_body_building_grandma.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This story is for anyone looking to get that fresh start on Monday morning.  Take one look at Ernestine Shepherd and no doubt you will say, "I will have what she's having."  Click over and see this gorgeous, glowing woman.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yes, The Bride Wore Bubble Wrap]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100524_bubble_wrap_dress.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here are some more wacky, er, inspired weddings for you.  Including the bride who wore a dress made out of bubble wrap. And the couple in Japan who chose to get married by a robot.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pretty and Tough In Pink]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100519_toughinpink.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This story is for anyone who likes to dress to the beat of a different drummer.  Jeff Henderson is one tough cop at a Kansas high school.  He also happens to love the color pink.  ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   GMA Weather Anchor Shares His Biggest Inspiration]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100519_anchorsinspiration.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's more than tornadoes and hurricanes that make Good Morning America's Sam Champion go, "Wow!" His amazing sister fills his heart as she parents her teen son who has autism.  She's also fighting for other kids who are aging out of a system that is focused on younger children.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Gets The Girl & The Car...50 Years Later]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100520_man_gets_girl_and_car.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ralph Thrash has had two great loves in his life: his high school girlfriend and his 1950 Ford.  The girlfriend became his wife.  The car?  That love story has taken a half-century to complete.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young, Hottie Conductor Orchestrating Change For Kids]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2010/ar_100520_conductor_change_for_kids.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[He's not even 30, years old, yet Gustavo Dudamel's is the hottest symphony conductor in the world.  He's using his passion and clout to raise kids out of poverty through music. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Giving Never Stops For This American Dreamer]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/2010/jw_100517_sebri.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Sebri Omer is one of the first people I introduced you to here on DarynKagan.com.  He fled his native Ethiopia as a teen, came to America and built a home and business for his family.  Here's an update on an amazing man who shows us you don't have to wait until you're Donald Trump to create incredible good in he world.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 98-Year-Old Woman Earns Masters Degree]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/over60/2010/os_100517_98yomasters.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Nola Ochs is at it again. Back in 2007 she made headlines after becoming the oldest recipient of a Bachelor's degree in the country at the age of 95. Now, at nearly a century old, she's graduating again with a Master's degree. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[USA Gymnasts Get Olympic Medal 10 Years Later]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_100513_medal10yearslater.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It took 10 years, but the US Women from the 2000 Olympic Games are about to get the bronze medals they earned 10 years ago.  Find out how sports justice was finally served. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotel Guests Cycle For Supper]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100513_hotelcycle.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A Danish hotel introduces a scheme where guests are given a free meal if they produce enough electricity on an exercise bicycle.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mannequin Madness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100512_mannequinmadness.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Judi Townsend deals in body parts. No, she's not some mad scientist.  Rather, she a former dot.commer who has figured out how to take her passion for her crafting hobby and turn it into a business.  A biz, by the way, that happens to help the environment, as well! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could Great-Grandma Be The Next Susan Boyle?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/2010/os_100512_nextsusanboyle.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's another life-long dream come true! Watch 81-year-old great-grandmother Janie Cutler wow Simon Cowell and the audience on Britain's Got Talent. For me, it never gets old to watch dreams come true.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prison Inmates Save Life Of Sheriff's Deputy]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100507_inmatessavedeputy.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Let's keep the unlikely hero theme going here with two inmates who had a huge opportunity to escape.  But when the sheriff's deputy escorting them had a medical emergency they chose to stick around and help save his life. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spiderman Catches Would Be Thief!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100506_spiderman.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A dress up event at a comic book store turns into a real life hero affair as the man dressed up as Spiderman helps stop a would be thief! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Company Donates Workers To Community Rather Than Lay Them Off]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100506_donateworkers.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Like many companies in these tough times, Navistar Diesel of Alabama, faced severe layoffs this January, but unlike other companies, it devised a way to keep employees on the payroll. Instead of laying off workers, plant manager Chuck Sibley kept them on, and loaned them out to local charities. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Daryn Has Great Tip To Raise Free Money For Your Fave Charity]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/2010/ch_100506_emailforcharity.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[What if you could raise money for your favorite charity with stuff you do every day--like sending email or using a search engine.  Find out how. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Identical Twins Use Their Miracles To Change A Country]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2010/jw_100505_organdonortwins.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ana and Isa Stenzel were born with cystic fibrosis. Yet thanks to double-lung transplants they have grown into feisty young women. They're using their power and their breath to change attitudes about organ donation in Japan.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[    Injured Goose Lands In Retired Vet's Yard]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100505_injuredgoose.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[An injured goose certainly understood the value of a landing location with a hunter's arrow sticking out of his chest.  He landed in the yard of retired veterinarian Bernard Lewis. Talk about the ultimate house call. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[One Woman's Historic Orphan Lift]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/2010/jw_100504_saigonorphans.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[35 years ago, the press called Betty Tisdale the angel of Saigon.  Hundreds of American families still do.  See how one woman rose to the challenge of saving hundreds of babies as Saigon fell.  Amazing. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Making The Crooked Straight]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/2010/jw_100504_doctor.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Why would one American doctor move to Ethiopia to save kids the world has forgotten?  Dr. Rick Hodes says he is following his heart and his faith.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mind Spinning Artist Does Good]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2010/ar_100430_spinningartist.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Come watch painter Dan Dunn do his art.  I promise you that you are not seeing what you think you are seeing.  It's a great example of looking at things in another way.  Dunn has found a way to make painting an exciting live performance and do good all at the same time. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[58-Year-Old Is Pitching For College Baseball Team]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_100430_58yopitcher.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A good thing happened to Larry Hasenfus this year--he lost his job. It was just the push he needed to go back, get his college degree, and make his baseball dreams come true.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Singer Vince Bell Rings In Recovery]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2010/ce_100429_vincebell.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[He was an up and coming singer/song writer when he suffered a severe brain injury in a car crash. Come sing the praises and joy of a star who took more than a dozen years to crawl back.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Loses 365 Lbs. Through Yoga]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2010/ov_100429_yogaweightloss.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Larry Sherman can't tell you exactly how much he weighed. Doctor scales topped out at 540 lbs. Today? You'll find him at 180. What changed?  Basically, Larry's mind.  His body followed.  A great and encouraging story for anyone fighting their weight.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coupon Queens Save Thousands At Check Out ]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100428_couponqueen.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Grocery store coupons are going big time.  Forget saving a few pennies here or there. Watch how some pros can turn a small time investment into big time savings ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Bunny Whisperer Puts Rabbits In A Trance]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100428_bunnywhisperer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A British man has figured out how to put rabbits in a trance.  Why? Well, the reason will warm your heart.  The pictures? Uh, those will crack you up.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFL Kicker Triumphs Over Robot!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/sports/2010/sp_100427_nflkicker.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The Showdown: 340 lb. robot challenges the San Francisco 49'ers Joe Nedney to a place kicking competition.  It's possible the Joe did us humans proud!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sponge Bob Cartoon Helps Save Girl's Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/kids/2010/ki_100427_spongebobsaves.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Two 12-year-old schoolgirls were having a big laugh until one of them started choking on her gum.  Somehow the other girl flashed back to an episode of Sponge Bob she watched years before.  Just as Sponge Bob knew what to do to save his buddy Squidward's life, so did Miram Starobin. The girls recount the amazing episode themselves.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Opera Gives Voice To Girl With Autism]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/2010/ki_100426_autisticcoperasinger.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Why not start the week with a few good tears?  That's what I figure.  Get ready to share a few as you hear the story of Stephanie Diaz.  This teen with autism barely spoke for most her life.  That is until her devoted mother led her to an amazing opera teacher.  Stephanie can now sing and perform in five languages. Come see the unlocking of an incredible gift.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rescued Dog Saves Lives of Two Girls]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100426_rescuedog.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Sparkles the Dalmatian shows us that a rough start won't necessarily keep you from finding happiness, a great family, and an important purpose.  Just ask two little girls who will tell you meeting Sparkles saved their lives.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[History Made In Los Angeles and On Mt. Everest!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2010/ov_100423_historymade.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ I have a mishmash of inspiring headlines for you today, including a 15-year-old girl becoming the youngest elective office holder in Los Angeles and a historic clean up on Mt. Everest--hasn't happened in 60 years!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Tool Man Has All the Right Tools To Inspire]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2010/ov_100423_toolman.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[One hardware store in Brooklyn, NY has no need for a computer.  One special man named George has the entire inventory and phone book memorized in his head.  Reminds me there are few things as wonderful as finding the place exactly where you belong.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Military Contractor Turns Humanitarian]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100421_militaryhumanitarian.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[An interesting thing happened to military contractor Brad Blauser while working in Iraq.  He realized his real purpose--helping some of the neediest kids in the country. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Mother Of The Bride Helps Deliver Stranger's Baby]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100421_babyweddingcrasher.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Talk about the ultimate wedding crasher! Kimberly Sherwood was in labor and realized she wasn't going to make it to the hospital in time.  Husband Ben had no idea he was pulling over just at the right place--in front of a wedding where the mother of the bride is a registered nurse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Artist Spreads Smiles Around The Globe]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/2010/ar_100316_smiles.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's not enough for Bren Bataclan to be a successful artist.  He's on a campaign to spread happiness, smiles, and hope around the world one free painting at a time. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Musical Savant Soars On Stage]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/artists/2010/ar_100316_musicalsavant.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Anyone who watches Leslie Stahl's story from Sunday's 60 Minutes is in for a real treat.  Meet Derek Paravicini, a 30-year-old man with severe challenges and an artistic gift that will make you smile and expand the idea of what is possible.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buy Great Shoes; Save A Kid's Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2010/jw_100310_shoes.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Is it possible to combine two great passions?  Shoe shopping and helping out kids in Iraq?  One young American couple says indeed it is and they're ready to show you how.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Modern Day Robin Hood Gambles At Casinos; Gives Money To Needy]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/2010/ch_100310_robinhood.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[An anonymous gambler in Las Vegas is using his skills, luck, and talent for good.  He's taking requests from folks facing hard times and using his gambling winnings to help them out. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inspiring High School Basketball Player Is Back At It]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_100309_jmac.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Do you remember the story that captivated the country a few years ago? Teenager Jason McElwain, who has autism, nailed 3-pointer after 3-pointer becoming the hero of his high school basketball game.  Whatever became of that kid who beat the odds?  Turns out, he's still doing just that.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Network News Correspondent Saves Iraqi Translator's Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2010/ce_100309_correspondentsavestranslator.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Don Teague had a feeling going to cover the war in Iraq for NBC News was about something bigger than just filing stories.  He could never guess it would lead to an interesting phone call home to his wife, "Honey, there's this young Iraqi woman I'm working with here in Iraq and I think I need to bring her home."  Come see how two people from two different worlds and faiths have changed each other's lives forever.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Dream? No Money? No Problem!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/2010/jw_100308_drivearoundworld.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[See what happens when two guys get the dream (and kind of wacky idea) to drive around the world--literally. Folks told them they were nuts.  They were also broke. How did they make their dream come true? What did they learn along the way? Check out this story and you just might find some inspiration for making your own impossible dream come true.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman Gives Up Job So Older Co-Worker Won't Get Laid Off]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100308_giveupjob.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Patti Overy was pretty upset when she heard there would be lay offs in the office where she worked in the city of Lathrop, CA.  She actually wasn't losing her job, but two older co-workers were.  Patti did what few would. She went in and volunteered to leave so the older workers wouldn't have to look for new jobs in their 60's.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[90  Year Old Married Couple Is You Tube Hit]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/2010/os_100304_90yoyoutube.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Frances and Marlow Cowan don't really understand what You Tube is, but they know they are a huge hit.  See how an impromptu performance has turned this oh-so-fun couple into an internet sensation.  I dare you to watch this story and not come away smiling. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wacky Store Promotion Turns World Upside Down]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100304_wackypromotion.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is a story you need to see to believe.  Check out the lengths some Gap stores went to recently to spread the word about a new customer promotion.  It's possible you'll need to look twice. And no, don't adjust your computer screens.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[This Is The Kind Of Olympian I Celebrate]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_100301_snowboarder.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Tyler Jewel might not be one of the big names you saw in commercials and featured each night, but it's his kind of spirit and determination to make to the Olympics that inspires me.  A great story for anyone who faces obstacles to go for their dream.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Biz Owner Gives Company To His Employees]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100301_companytoemployees.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ob Moore had a big gift in mind for his 81st birthday.  But it was something he wanted to give, not receive.  That's how the 209 employees of Red Mill Foods became instant business owners.  Come experience generosity.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Afghan Girls Rock On The Soccer Field]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/2010/jw_100224_soccer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[t's possible Afghan girls are changing their culture, country and future by playing team sports.  They're getting support from one young American woman who has yet to meet a challenge she doesn't like.. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Principal Is Surprise Turn Around Hero At Struggling School]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100204_principal.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Students and teachers thought the school board was nuts when they sent Lubavitcher Yungerman to run a struggling and violent school in The Bronx, New York.  It quickly became apparent that he was just the savior they were hoping for.  A great example that some of life's best gifts come in unexpected packages.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Funky Mom Becomes Rock Star]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2010/ar_100223_funkymama.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Meet Krista Eyler, she left her career as a Kansas City TV reporter to combine her two passions: being a mom and rock music.  This is for all of you who think you have to stick with a "proper job."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Small Biz Owner Fights Big Company For Trademark]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100223_rockcitybrewing.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Matt Nadeau was living the American Dream, building his homegrown brewery, Rock City Beer.  Last September, he got an email from a major beverage company telling him he was infringing on their trademark.  What did Matt do without millions of dollars to wage a legal fight?  He took to the web. See how social media helped this little guy beat a huge company.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[American Idol Cast off Gets Good News]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2010/ce_100222_americanidol.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Whether or not you're a fan of American Idol, you're sure to get a thrill out of a young woman who keeps getting up every time she gets knocked down.  Watch this video to see how Ellen Degeneres helped make this singer's dream finally come true.  I dare you to watch and not cry.  I know I couldn't.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sister Designs Robot Flower Girl For Bride]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100222_robotflowergirl.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[San Francisco bride Allegra Fullerton wanted something special for her wedding that represented Silicon Valley where she and her groom met.  Sister Laurel had just the ticket!  This mechanical engineer designed a robot to act as flower girl and ring bearer! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ American Gold Medalist Celebrates With Grandfather's Flag>>]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_100217_grandfathersflag.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[American Seth Westcott has made history at the Vancouver Olympics with back to back snowboard gold medals.  See why the flag he used to celebrate means so much to him as he honors his grandfather, a true American hero.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Millionaire Raffles Off Alpine Home]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/2010/ch_100218_austriannraffle.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A millionaire in Austria is downgrading so that he can support charity. 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See how this man sees love all around him.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man With Amnesia Proposes To Wife On The Radio]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100212_amnesia.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A man recovering from amnesia comes to realize his wife really is the true love of his life and he wanted to make sure the whole city shared in his joy.  If you love love, you have to listen.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Girl Who Saved Mom Among National Heroes]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100210_canadianheroes.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Canada has a cool tradition--honoring ordinary people who show incredible bravery.  Here are some of their stories. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family Sells House; Gives Profits To Charity]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/2010/ch_100210_sellhouseforcharity.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The Salwen family looked around, decided they had more than enough, so they decided to do something drastic.  They sold their big house, moved into a smaller one and gave a huge chunk of the profits to charity.  They say it might not be a house, but everyone has something they can give away half of.  Interesting question to ponder.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adoption Love And Surprises]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100209.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Holly Shay loved her adopted family. When this Michigan woman set out to find her biological parents she was in for more surprises than she could imagine. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finding Love On Aisle 6]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100209_lovemarket.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A special new market in Beijing allows young single Chinese to shop for their perfect match. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veteran Helps Fellow Vets See]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100208_eyeveteran.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Frank Montijo is a Korean War veteran who has a passion for giving and vision.  See how he puts the two together and shows us how much good one man can give. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   You Can Piggyback On Greatness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100208_piggybackgreatness.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Does it feel like you'll never do something big?  Maybe you don't have to.  I share a secret I've learned in profiling amazing people.  Often it's enough simply to piggyback on greatness.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[We Should All Be So Lucky To March To The Beat Of This Young Man's Drummer]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/2010/ar_100201_blindmarcher.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Many of you sent me the link to the Tom Renaldi classic.  The ESPN correspondent takes us into the amazing world of Patrick Henry Hughes.  He was born blind and he can't walk.  I dare you to watch this story and not wish you were him.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   TV Correspondent Faces Crisis; Gets New Meaning On Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2010/ce_100201_jimmoret.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jim Moret looked like he had it all. Great family. Glamorous career.  No one knew he was struggling so badly he considered ending his life.  Hear the question that turned Jim, his attitude and and his life in a whole new direction. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reporter Helps Find Missing Dad]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100119_reporterfindsdad.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[My friend, CNN reporter Jason Carroll is in Haiti and helped bring the happiest of news updates to one New York City man who has desperately been seeking news about his missing father.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Singing Puppies To Sleep]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/2010/an_100119_puppiessleep.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[With all the tough news you've watched in recent days, it's nice to give yourself a moment to experience some simple joy.  Check out this video where one man sings his newborn puppies to sleep.  Get ready to say, "Awwww."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Because I Know You Want To Help]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/DarynsBlog.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[There are so many ways to help the folks in Haiti.  I have a continuing list of ways you can make an impact in my blog.	]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Love In The Face Of Disaster]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100114_loveinhaiti.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[An American aid worker was trapped in Haiti under the rubble of her building after the earthquake.  Her husband made a frantic dash across Haiti to save her.  Now, they're focusing their love and good fortune on helping others who need it in Haiti. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Playboy Centerfold Saving Orphans In Haiti]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/2010/ce_100114_centerfoldsaves.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Long before this week's earthquake hit, Susie Krabacher made the transition from Centerfold to Humanitarian.  She's been saving orphans there for years.  Her story shows each of us can find our purpose and make a difference.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Prisoner To Poet]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/2010/ar_100113_prisonertopoet.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[R. Dwayne Betts shows it's possible to turn your life around from the most challenging of circumstances.  Betts has gone from convicted felon to published poet. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NYC Cabbie Returns $21,000]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100113_honestcabbie.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[72-year-old Felicia Lettieri figured her money was gone forever when she left her purse behind in a New York City taxi cab.  Little did this Italian visitor know--she had ridden in the cab of one of the most honest cab drivers in New York.  See the lengths Mukul Asaduzzaman went to get the purse and cash back to its rightful owner.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Year, New Look!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Out with the old in with the new!  You'll really want to make sure you check out the website today, as we're debuting our new design!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA["Boring" Woman Is True Inspiration]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100112_boringwoman.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is for anyone who thinks they are too boring to make a difference.  Watch this gem from CBS' Steve Hartman.  He believes everyone has a story, including one mom in Pennsylvania. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Biggest Loser Makes History!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2010/ov_100111_biggestloser.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[People told Ali Vincent she was nuts for setting her goal: become the first female winner on the "Biggest Loser" television show.  How could a woman beat a man?  Ali shows us how and gives us advice on going for our own far-fetched dreams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Renowned Chef Sheds 120 Lbs.]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/2010/ov_100111_chef120lbs.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Kevin Rathbun is one of the most successful chefs and restaurant owners in the country.  His success comes with a huge challenge--his ever-growing waistline.  Rathbun decided to do something about it and has found a recipe for success. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[7-Year-Old Boy Is Master Painter]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_100112_7yopainter.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Keiron Williamson was like a lot of 5-year-old boys who wanted to paint and do art.  His paintings quickly showed his parents and now the art world that Keiron is no average kid or painter.  See what he creates and get this 7-year-old's advice on becoming a great landscape painter. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Golfer Gets His Beloved Game Back]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_100108_chairgolfer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Harry Green thought he'd lost his beloved golf game following an accident at work.  But come check out how Green rediscovered his joy with a special golf cart that looks like something out of a James Bond movie.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   NFL Fan Says Team Saved His Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/2010/sp_100108_packersfan.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jim Becker loves his Green Bay Packers so much he couldn't imagine giving up his season tickets. When he didn't have the money to pay, he decided to sell his blood!  He's been doing that for years.  Recently, he found out that blood donation has been saving his life for years.  Come meet a fan who bleeds Packer green and gold.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Good Samaritan Comes To Rescue Of Stranded Grandma]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100107_strandedgrandma.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[79-year-old Elsie Clark was beside herself. Because of airline mistakes and bad weather, it looked like she would have to spend the night stranded at Chicago O'Hare Airport.  That's when a stranger in shiny shoes came to her rescue.  The pure and simple kindness shown in this story makes me cry.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Miracle On Hudson Leads To Love Story]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100107_hudsonlovestory.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Of course you know about the Miracle on The Hudson story where Captain Chesley Sullenberger last January safely landed on the Hudson River.  But did you know that incredible experience has led to a love story for two of the passengers?  Love a good love story!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lavender Enlightens]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_080730_lavender.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Turns out it can literally take a knock over the head to figure out the life you're supposed to be living.  That's what happened to a woman named Vicky Rathje.  Recovering from a brain injury led her to a life she never expected.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weather Anchor's Forecast: Sunny With Chance Of Marriage Proposal]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100106_weatherproposal.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Weather Channel meteorologist Kim Perez thought it was just another day on the air.  Check out the ray of sunshine that surprised her!  It's her boyfriend showing up during her forecast to propose marriage! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Become A Hero]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/2010/he_100105_becomeahero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Feel like becoming a hero?  It can be as easy as clicking the mouse on your computer.  Find out how a few extra dollars in your pocket could make a stranger's wish come true.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Man Leaves Very A-Peeling Gift To Daughter]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/2010/bu_100105_potatopeeler.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[They say you can't take it with you.  Joe Ades understood that.  He also understood how to live life to its fullest.  Find out how he left that lesson and so much more behind to his beloved daughter. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Third Grade Class Reunites 20 Years Later]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/2010/lv_100104_3rdgradereunites.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is a love note to all those teachers out there.  What you do really matters.  20 years ago, third grade teacher Richard Lewis asked his class to meet at the school's flagpole on New Year's Day 2010.  See what happened.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot New Artist Hits It Big At Age 94!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/2010/os_100104_94yoartist.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Carmen Herrera has been painting since the 1930's.  But as a female modern artist, she was considerably ahead of her time.  Still, she painted.  And painted. And painted.  Come see what happens when you mix talent, persistence, and patience.  It's never too late to hit it big! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Great New Year's Resolution Inspiration]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_091229_roundynewyears.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ If you're one of the many who has a New Year's resolution to lose weight, then you need to meet George Roundy.  It took him more than 50 years, but he finally came up with the inspiration to lose the extra pounds and keep them off. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   One Dog Offers Many A Chance For A Holiday Miracle]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_091229_stanley.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[One person goes to one shelter to save just one dog and suddenly inspires a flood of miracles.  See what can happen when just one person does one good thing.   ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buy Great Shoes; Save A Kid's Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/world/stories/jw_090629_buyshoessavelives.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[If by chance, you kind of blew it, and still owe someone a holiday gift, here's a great way to redeem yourself.  A present so inspired, the recipient will forget you were ever late. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baby Squirrel Gets Helping Hand]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/animals/stories/an_091228_babysquirrel.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I came across this video online and it made me smile.  It celebrates two of my favorite things: animals and good friends!  Guaranteed smile! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wild Robin Adopts Tree Specialist]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_091222_robinadpotstreespecialist.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You never know who you will meet on the job.  For British tree surgeon John Hancock, going to work means spending time with his new best friend--a wild robin! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball Player Surprises Dad With Trip Of A Lifetime!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_091222_francoeur.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You think professional baseball players are just focused on the batting average and on base percentage.  Sure, that's important.  New York Mets outfielder had a special project in mind this past year: planning the trip of a lifetime for his dad and 6 of the other important men in his life.  And he did it all as a surprise.  This is more than a sports story.  It's a father-son love story, as well.    ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Layoff Leads Bowler To Big Dreams Coming True]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_091221_layoffleadstobowling.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Tom Smallwood got bad news last year.  He was getting laid off from his eneral Motors assembly line job.  Turns out that "bad" news was the best thing that could've happened to Smallwood, giving him space to go for his big dream of making it big in professional bowling.  A good reminder that the thing you would've never picked might end up being a huge gift. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog Helps Save Drowning Baby's Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_091221_dogsavesbaby.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Amazing story! It was only a few weeks ago that Reyna Zurita adopted Hunter the dog.  They already have a memory they'll never forget, as Hunter led Zurita to a dying baby who needed help.  You have to see this one to believe it.   ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salsa Granny Wins Talent Contest!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_091218_salsagranny.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Another example of it's never too late!  Wait until you see how 75-year-old Sara Petty Jones shocks judges at a Spanish TV talent contest.  She thinks she can dance, and boy can she ever!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capt. Sully Does Yet Another Good Act]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_091218_captsully.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Capt. "Sully" Sullenberger filled our hearts earlier this year when he successfully landed the jet load of passengers on the Hudson River.  Now, he's doing another good act.  Find out what, along with another inspired holiday gift idea in today's featured story.  ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warren Buffett's Sister Is Trying To Go Broke]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_091217_buffettsister.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's true.  Doris Buffett's big dream is for the last check of her life to bounce.  That would mean she had successfully given away her fortune.  Find out the good she's doing as she tries to give it all away.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two-Legged Dog Brings Holiday Spirit]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_091217_faith.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Faith, the two-legged dog and her family received some disappointing news.  This won't be the Christmas they had planned.  So what does the resilient family do once again?  March on with Faith.  Catch the latest on this amazing dog.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dreams Come True On Kansas Farm]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_091216_kansasfarm.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Emily McIntyre always wanted this life--living among the animals in the middle of a Kansas farm.  Even if they aren't what you usually find in the middle of America]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marching Band Plays On]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_091216_marchingband.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[There sure are a lot of moving parts when it comes to coordinating a high school marching band.  One Oregon band has a special challenge, including one mellophone player who has never been able to see.  Talk about marching on! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daryn's Creative Gift Ideas]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_091215_darynsgiftideas.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Are you stuck with your holiday shopping list?  Here are some great suggestions that spread love around the world. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stephen King Gifts Soldiers]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/stories/ce_091215_stephenking.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[There's nothing to be scared of here. Super star horror author Stephen King and his wife are paying for 150 soldiers to come home for the holidays. There's a spooky twist to his donation. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sheepish Art]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_091214_sheepishart.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Let's keep the theme going of animal videos that will make you smile on this Monday.  See what happens when a bunch of sheep herders get creative with too much time on their hands. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turns Out Pigs Can Fly!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_091214_pigsfly.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You know the old saying, "When pigs fly..."  Turns out it's possible they can! Check out this story. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Christmas Comes Early For Car Inspired Teen]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_091211_fiero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Angels can have grease under their fingernails.  Come see what a group of strangers did to make a final wish come true for an 18-year-old who has a quirky love for the old Pontiac Fiero.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[    Meet The Newest Family Member: Daryn's 3-Legged Foster Cat]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_091211_lilypisa.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Sure had been awfully empty around here since Tripod the 3-Legged Wonder Cat passed away in July.  Funny thing happened...another 3-legged cat has found her way to my home.  Come meet her.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[45,000 Of Sage Advice At Your Service]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_091210_45000yearsofadvice.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Are you stuck on a problem?  Have I got a great resource for you!  How about a cumulative 45,000 years of wisdom and advice?  That's what you'll find at the Elder Wisdom Circle, 600 elders over 60 just waiting to let you tap into their life experience. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Make-A-Wish Story Behind A New Holiday Classic]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_091210_makeawish.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You will love the new holiday classic, "Yes, Virginia, There Is A Santa Claus. (CBS 12/11 8pET)  You'll love it even more when you learn one of the young actors is actually a Make-A-Wish recipient.  See how believing made one girl's dream come true. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Secret Santas Strike Again]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_091208_secretsanta.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Need help getting in the holiday spirit?  This should do the trick. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[80-Year-Olds Triumph Over Tornado]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_091204_overcometornado.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Marion and Ella Mae Marrs lost everything two years ago to a devastating Kansas tornado.  Who would blame them if they just gave up?  The day the twister took everything, they vowed to put their life back together.  Come see how they have done just that.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFL Star Helps Homeless Teen Find College]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_091207_nflhelpshomelessteen.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Okay, football fans, here is an amazing player you can cheer for off the field, as well.  Nnamdi Asomugha comes from a family that believes in education.  He's now stepping up to help a very driven homeless teenager make his college dreams come true.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Amazing Men Work For Free]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_091207_amazingmenworkfree.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[One's a teacher.  One's a CEO.  Each has his own reason for wanting $0 for salary.  Both are pretty inspiring.  Come meet them.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Daryn's Thanksgiving Message]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/blogarchive/blog_091125_thanksgiving.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[f only I could share Thanksgiving dinner with each and everyone of you.  Since that doesn't seem practical from a traveling nor caloric point of view, I'll do it here with my Thanksgiving blogideo.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top Chef Finds Delicious Purpose]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_091125_cheffindspurpose.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Chef Tim Hammond sure did have a fine time working in some of the finest restaurants in swanky Napa Valley.  But he wanted a job with purpose.  That's exactly what he's found serving up meals and dignity for folks at the Bay Area Rescue Mission.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farmer Opens Up Fields For Free Harvest Give Away]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_091123_openfields.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[One Colorado farmer truly knows what it means to have her field runneth over.  For the second year in a row, Chris Miller has invited strangers in need to come partake in her farm's harvest.  They're digging up a lot of love and generosity in Platteville, CO.  ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[  Help Give Away $5 Million!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_091123_giveaway5million.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Think you know the best non-profit to receive a ton of money?  One big bank wants you to speak up.  It's as easy as going to Facebook to vote.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrate Your Body Now!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_080930_yoga.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[As we launch into the holiday and heavy eating season, it's easy to be critical of your body.  That's why I love Abbie Lentz.  She didn't wait until her weight was perfect to go for her dreams.  Why wait?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[  Man Finds Engagement Ring After Dropping It From Hot Air Balloon]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_091124_balloonring.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Well, it sounded like a good idea. James Ng wanted to propose to his girlfriend while taking a hot air balloon ride.  It was a great idea until he dropped the ring into a wooded area from 500 feet up. C'mon, you know the story featured on this website will have a happy ending.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Special Boy Inspires Early Christmas]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_091120_decoratefordax.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's not even Thanksgiving yet, but you might want to think about getting those Christmas decorations up early.  Why?  It's all for one special little boy in Washington, IL.  He and his family remind us not to wait to celebrate and how we can take difficult times and make them about something more than ourselves]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Inmate Saves Prison Guard's Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_091120_inmatessave.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Inmate attacks prison guard.  That's probably not news.  Other prisoners pile on.  That probably wouldn't be news either.  Except in this case, the prisoners jumped on their fellow inmate to save the guard's life.  Amazing story and video.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[If You Have Kids In Your Life, Here's a Huge Resource]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_091119_katesclub.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The number of kids who have lost a parent or sibling is astonishing.  Kate Atwood knows.  She was one of them.  She lost her mom at the age of 12, as a young adult she vowed to create a different experience for kids who experience loss.  She's done that by creating the remarkable Kate's Club and now a book that is a resource for those of us who love kids and want to support them during a difficult time.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crying Baby Calms Down For Fleetwood Mac]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_091119_fleetwoodbaby.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Today's featured "story" really doesn't have that much to it, truth be told.  But it does speak to the magic something we wish we all had that could calm us down in a moment of angst.  Get ready to smile at one cute baby.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Love Stories With A Twist]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_091118_twolovestories.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I have a couple great love stories for you today.  Hear about the jilted bride who did something wonderful with what was supposed to be her wedding reception.  And how about the amazing sanitation workers who dug through 10 tons of trash to find a lost wedding ring! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Singer Tim McGraw Sings Badly--All For A Good Cause]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/stories/ce_091118_timmcgraw.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Of course, you know country singer Tim McGraw makes millions of dollars by singing well.  But did you know he loves to give shows where he might sing very badly, as well?  It's all about raising money near and dear to his heart. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teacher Hand Writes Personal Birthday Greetings]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_091117_handwrittenletters.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is one of the best stories I've come along in awhile.  And you know I come across some great ones!  Teacher Dan Stroup takes the time to hand write a personal birthday greeting to each of the more than 2500 students he has ever had in his classroom.  You want to remember what it feels like to know someone thinks you're special?  You have to see this wonderful story. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA["Unlucky" Man Keeps Faith & Scores Huge Lottery Jackpot]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_091117_lottery.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Les Scadding has certainly seen his share of hard times. Cancer and losing his job would probably top the list.  One thing Les never lost was his faith that everything was going to turn out okay.  For years, he has told his kids that he was going to win the lottery.  Boy, has that dream come true! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every Monday Matters]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_080922_mondaysmatter.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Just in case you're having a tough time with Monday, I thought this movement might make your day.  EMM celebrates the idea that Monday can be the best day of your week.  Find out how.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rowing Through The Darkness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_091116_blindrower.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Aerial Gilbert is my kind of woman.  With her guide dog, Splash, by her side, she says there is nothing she can't accomplish.  A freak incident more than 20 years ago took her sight, but with the help of her trusty dog and a passion for rowing, she's showing great vision.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Gift Of A Very Bad Year]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_091112_giftofabadyear.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Have you ever gone through one of those times where everything seems to go wrong? Robin Smalley knows that feeling. She was a successful TV producer when tragedy and tragedy appeared to hit.  Who could know it would lead her to exactly the life she was meant to live? ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Twitter Account Leads To Book & Sitcom Deal]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_091112_twitterbook.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[How much can you say in 140 characters? Apparently, quite a bit.  One attracts quite a following with his Twitter account about stuff his dad says.  Now, he's one of the hottest properties in Hollywood.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vets Soar On Skis]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_080326_vetsonskis.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[On this Veterans Day I look back at one of the most meaningful trips I've taken since launching DarynKagan.com.  It was a chance to ski and bond with an amazing group of heroes.  Come meet them and see what's possible. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   9-Year-Old Thwarts Hijacking]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_091111_twartscarjacking.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ No one can fool with 9-year-old Malik Medford and his baby brothers.  Not even a mean, scary car jacker.  Malik knew just what he had to do to protect himself and his brothers strapped into car seats in the back seat.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Huge New Resource For Learning Challenged College Students]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_091110_collegeresource.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Christopher Lee knows better than almost anyone what it means to have learning disabilities.  He's had challenges his whole life.  When one tutor and the right kind of resources helped him go all the way through grad school, Lee knew what he wanted to dedicate his life to--make sure college students get what they need to learn, no matter where they're going to school.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fantasy Football Is A Kick For Seniors]]></title><link><![CDATA[The staff at a Massachusetts nursing home had a challenge: How to come up with new and exciting activities for the residents. Fantasy football? It's been a touchdown for both the men and women residents.]]></link><description><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_091110_seniorfootball.html]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Movie Turns Unlikely Star Into An Oscar Contender]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/stories/ce_091109_precious.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The new movie, "Precious" has critics and movie goers fawning over breakout star Gabourey Sidibe.  Find out how this young woman who doesn't look like your average Hollywood starlet beat out hundreds of others for the title roll.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cat Is A Professional Photographer]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090224_catphotographer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Cooper is one of the hottest new professional photographers in Seattle.  His work is selling for hundreds of dollars in local galleries.  He also happens to be a cat. See how he creates his art.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kindness Movement Saves Cafe]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090311_qcafe.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's another example of a women's touch making a difference.  Lisa Metwaly's husband's cafe was struggling when customers moved away.  Lisa tapped into her passion for kindness to re-brand the cafe and lure customers back.  It's working at the Q Kindness Cafe in St. Paul, MN. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[All-Women Run Bank Serves Iraqi Women]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_091106_womenbank.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The only men working at this bank stand guard at the door.  Inside, women bankers serve women-only clientele in Iraq's holy city of Najaf.  It allows Iraqi women to gain financial independence while respecting their cultural beliefs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen Runner Hailed For Helping Opponent]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_091115_teenhelpsopponent.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ Helena Page wanted to win her high school cross country meet as much as anyone in the race.  But when she came across a girl from the other team who had passed out, she knew just what she need to do.  Helena's choice shows she is a true winner, even if stopping to help a girl she'd never met meant being disqualified.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wily Coyote Survives Amazing Impact]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_091105_trickycoyote.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Talk about a story with a couple surprise endings!  A brother and sister driving across a dark Western highway think they accidently hit and kill a coyote.  The story unfolds instead like a wacky episode of the Road Runner and Wile E. Coyote.  The very resourceful animal had other plans than becoming the victim of a hit and run. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Homeless To Broadway]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_091104_homelesstobroadway.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Do you need a spoonful of hope today?  Of what's possible.  Come bask in the glow of Terri White.  She has known the glow of the Broadway stage.  She's also known what it is to lose it all and end up hopeless.  And she also knows how the kindness of one friend can help you get back up and star once again.  Here's to friends, overcoming obstacles, and hope. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The One Thing You Need For Your Thanksgiving Table]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_070615_luckybreakwishbones.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ I love this idea because it brings back memories of Thanksgiving when I was a kid.  Remember the struggle over who was going to make a wish with the ONE turkey wishbone?  Well, now thanks to one man's creative idea, that's no longer a problem.  Here's a simple way to make sure everyone at your holiday table gets to make their own special wish--even the vegetarians!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Do Bono & Barry Manilow Have In Common?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/stories/ce_091103_bonoandmanilow.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Now there's a mind bender.  The answer?  Both U2 and Manilow are performing inspiring acts celebrating good in the world.  Check out today's featured story to find out what they're up to.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Modern Day Johnny Appleseed Inspires]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_091103_johnnyappleseed.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Talk about living up to his name.  Brent Green loves plants!  See how his love, dedication, and generosity are turning around one Los Angeles neighborhood.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shelter Dogs Become Stars On Stage]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_091102_101dalmatians.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[America based on 101 Dalmatians.  How do you turn a cartoon into a stage show?  By rescuing 15 Dalmatians from shelters and turning them into stars.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Series Champion Prefers Animals Over Baseball]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_061219_worldchampanimalrescue.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[With the World Series in full-swing, I thought it would be a great time to check in Cardinals skipper Tony Larussa.  His two World Series titles don't come close to what he's doing to save thousands of animals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maximum Prison Meditation]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_080429_peaceinprison.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A maximum security prison might seem like an unlikely place for this website to take you.  But wait until you find the incredible peace some of the most violent offenders are finding and spreading with the help of a meditation program.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Violinist Makes Music On Baseball Bat]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_091029_electricslugger.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Glenn Donnellan is a professional violinist who sees music all around him.  Who else could look at an ordinary baseball bat and think, "violin!" ?  Come get inspired by his vision, his music, and the Electric Slugger.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nurse's Aide Becomes African King]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_091027_africanking.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Charles Mumbere helped treat countless patients here in the US as he worked as a nurse's aide for more than 20 years.  His patients and most of his co-workers had no idea they were in the presence of African royalty.  He lived here in the US in political asylum for two decades.  Now, it's time and possible for Mumbere to go home and claim his birthright.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former NFL Player Helps Others Battle Depression]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_091027_playerhelpsdepression.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Eric Hipple has had some tough times since his glory days playing for the Detroit Lions.  He's faced his demons, tackled depression, and now is helping others who live with the disease. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family Climbs Out Of $100K  Debt]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_091028_overcomingdebt.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Meet one American family who worked their way into six-figure debt by living just beyond their means.  They resolved to dig themselves out and do it without declaring bankruptcy.  Share their victory.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blind Man Adopts Just The Son He Was Looking For]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_091028_blindadoption.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Older. Disabled. Can't Talk.  Not exactly the description of the child hopeful parents are looking for.  Unless you are Jason and Lalena Fayre.  They found exactly the boy they were looking for at an orphanage in India.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Love Is In The Air]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_091026_loveintheair.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's a hopeful way to start your week.  Meet the couple whose lives changed forever when they met on board a plane as they flew for business trips.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ On Star Technology Stops Carjacker]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_091026_onstar.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[See how a California car jacking came to an abrupt halt 16 minutes after it started.  No dangerous high speed chase here, thanks to some new brilliant technology.  Cool stuff! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soar With The Underdog]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_080107_ugandanchildren.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Want to go into the weekend with that feeling that anything is possible and the hugest underdogs can overcome big odds?  Then, check out this story of Ugandan children from a refugee camp rising to the top of a national music competition that no one thought they could win.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Houses For Sale For $1 Each]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_091023.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Not only is the price of these historic homes dirt cheap, they happen to be in one of the most expensive real estate markets in the country.  Yes, there is a little catch.  You buy the house, but it can't stay at its current location.   ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Power Of A Single Gift]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_080519_photographyforafrica.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Any plans on hand to do some Fall cleaning?  One Southern California wedding photographer found out that one person's trash is another person's treasure and can help transform an entire village.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deaf Students Perform High School Musical]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_091022_deafwestsidestory.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[HIgh school drama teacher Jason Zembuch had quite the challenge. A large number of deaf students at his school wanted to take part in production of West Side Story.  Together they overcame all sorts of obstacles.  How to stage the classic and how to pay for it without any public funding.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[You Can Become Someone's Hero]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_091021_becomeahero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Need to perk up your day?  How about becoming a hero with one click of your mouse? That's what happens at WishUponAHero.com, the website that makes it easy to help out someone in need. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   12-Year-Old Outdrives Tiger Woods!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_091021_kidoutdrivestiger.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Tiger Woods invited anyone to come out of the crowd at a recent promotional event and have a shot at hitting a golf ball.  Just about everyone shied away.  Everyone that is except for 12-year-old Mark Benevento, Jr.  He stepped forward and proceeded to impress even the champ, himself.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[I'm At Work In My Pajamas]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_070202_jammiesforjoy.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Find out why.  It's all about telling you about a great story. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Son Finds Long Lost Dad On Facebook]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_091020_facebookfamilyfind.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[What's it like to carry a dream in your heart for almost 4 decades? Pete McKibben can tell you. That's how long he's wanted to meet the unborn son he left behind in Vietnam.  Turns out the son was looking for him, as well.  They've now connected thanks to Facebook. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Therapy Dog Exudes Magnificence]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_091019_baxtertherapydog.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Meet Baxter, an amazing bundle of teddy bear fur who shows us life can have meaning and magnificence right up until the end.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Catching Up With Kelly Perkins, Organ Transplant Hero]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_071102_heartofaclimber.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Some stories are easier than others.  It is no easy feat to catch up with this heart transplant dynamo who travels the world climbing the tallest mountains to be found.  What's she up to this time?  Click over to find out and to see how one woman taking one step at a time can inspire your goals and dreams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abandoned Baby Kangaroo Gets New Mom]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_091016_babykanagroo.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Things did not look good for a little baby kangaroo after he somehow fell out of his mother's pouch and she abandoned him.  That's where surrogate human mom, Christina Cooper, stepped in and figured, "There has to be a way."  She has found it, going to great lengths to brings this little Joey around.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gloria Estefan Buys 2,000 Concert Tickets For Jobless]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/stories/ce_091019_gloriaestefan.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Gloria Estefan decided to do what she could to raise the spirits of thousands of government workers in Puerto Rico who recently found out they would be losing their jobs.  She reached into her own pocket to buy 2,000 tickets for one of her concerts and invited the workers to come "to do the conga."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[News Anchor Delivers Her Baby On Side Of Highway]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_091015_deliveryonhighway.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is the kind of story Chicago news anchor Judy Hsu is used to reporting, not actually experiencing.  But when baby #4 was determined to enter the world, she and her husband knew just what they had to do---pull over and welcome their new baby boy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Landlord Works @ Walgreens To Save Tenants]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_091015_landlordatwalgreens.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ed Peirce is not your average landlord.  When his tenants lost jobs and fell on hard times, he knew just what he had to do: took a job in the photo department at Walgreens so that he could cover expenses and wouldn't have to evict his tenants.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Catching Up With Kelly Perkins, Organ Transplant Hero]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_071102_heartofaclimber.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Some stories are easier than others.  It is no easy feat to catch up with this heart transplant dynamo who travels the world climbing the tallest mountains to be found.  What's she up to this time?  Click over to find out and to see how one woman taking one step at a time can inspire your goals and dreams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Abandoned Baby Kangaroo Gets New Mom]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_091016_babykanagroo.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Things did not look good for a little baby kangaroo after he somehow fell out of his mother's pouch and she abandoned him.  That's where surrogate human mom, Christina Cooper, stepped in and figured, "There has to be a way."  She has found it, going to great lengths to brings this little Joey around.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Sell Back Halloween Candy; Treat The Troops]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_091014_treatthetroops.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's a very creative way to save your kids' teeth and support US troops overseas.  Check out The Halloween Candy Buy Back.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.A.R Supports The Troops]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/stories/ce_091013_oar.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I figured we might as well keep this troop support theme going.  Find out how one of the most popular rock bands around is doing just that.  Plus, I just had to share because it's my good friend and old TV husband, Bill Hemmer, doing the interview. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[African Boy Amazes As He Harnesses The Wind]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_091013_harnesswind.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[William Kamkwamba was so poor in his war-torn village in Malawi that he had to drop out of school.  But that couldn't quench his thirst for learning and his desire to bring electricity to his village.  Come see how he used scrap metal to do the impossible]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Movies For Kids]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_091013_kidflicks.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Sisters Marni and Berni Barta are on a roll.  They are on a crusade to put movies in every Children's Hospital in America. See what happens when these determined young ladies set out on their mission.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daredevil Granny Stares Cancer In The Face]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_091012_daredevilgranny.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[79-year-old Susie Mann knows exactly how she wants to spend the rest of her life and it sure isn't by being hooked up to tubes and meds.  No, she's decided to go out on her terms fulfilling her Bucket List and having the time of her life.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 Women Step Up To Breastfeed Motherless Baby]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_091012_baby.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Robbie Goodrich had tears and a tragedy.  His wife died after giving birth to their son, Moses.  He knew his wife would want the baby breast fed, but it's not like you can buy breast milk at the corner market.  That's when 20 remarkable moms stepped up to  give baby Moses the nutrition and loving only a mother can provide.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pink Sisterhood Unites]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_070820_pinklink.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Vickie Tashman has created what she was seeking.  Kind of like a Match.com for the breast cancer patients and survivors.  It's an online data base that is connecting women all around the world.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazing Softball Story As One Team Carries The Other...Literally]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_091008_softballcarry.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Kleenex alert!  Watch as one college softball team steps up to help an ailing member on the other team.  For anyone who honors good sportsmanship, integrity, and doing the right thing--this story is for you.  It's actually not that new, but I've never heard it told so well as Tom Rinaldi has for ESPN.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Violinist Overcomes Tragedy; Does Good Works]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_091007_violinist.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Rachel Barton Pine has known the highest highs and the lowest lows.  She's been considered a violin virtuoso since her very young years.  A train accident almost cost her her life.  Now, that she's survived, she's dedicated to making beautiful music and spreading that opportunity to others who might not have that chance.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daughters Find Dad Kidney On Craig's List]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090304_craigslist.html]]></link><description><![CDATA["I'll give your father my kidney."  That was music to the ears of 3 daughters who were out to save their father's life.  Leave it to these resourceful 3 young women to find a stranger with a big heart on Craig's List!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Triathlete Does The Unthinkable]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_091006_scottrigsby.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Scott Rigsby is the first person I ever featured here on DarynKagan.com.  He now has his first book out.  It's all about going for and doing the unthinkable.  That's certainly what folks told this double amputee he was doing when he set out to be the first person to complete the Ironman Triathlon while wearing prosthetics.  Check out Scott's story and his new book.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[109-Year-Old Scores First Goal]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_091007_109scoresgoal.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Let's keep the sports theme going.  Anna Ferris shows it's never too late to keep moving or have big sports dreams. She's on the soccer field and at 109, aiming to win every event at the Orange County, NY Senior Games.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Successful Artist Gives Away Paintings And Smiles]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_091005_smilepaintings.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Bren Bataclan wasn't happy.  He felt like he wasn't seeing enough smiles around Boston where he lives.  So, he decided to create what he was seeking--smiles.  See what happens when this successful artist gives away his whimsical paintings away for free.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kids Delay Instant Gratification]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_091005_marshmallowexperiment.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This one is for anyone who is challenged by waiting for good things to come.  Recently, Stanford scientists replicated a classic experiment from the 60s, in which they tested kids' ability to delay gratification. Researchers gave each child a marshmallow and told them that they would receive a second marshmallow -- if they were able to wait until the researcher left and returned. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The World By Road]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_090520_two_guys_drive_around_the_world.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Talk about the ultimate road trip.  Two guys named Steve decide to drive all around the world, even places where there are no roads.  It's all about going for your dream even when it doesn't seem possible.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Do Good And Go To Disney For Free]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_091002_dogoodandgotodisney.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The folks at Disney have a great idea to inspire volunteerism.  Give a day of service to the non-profit of your choice.  Come to a Disney park for free.  They're making the offer to 1 million people!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bird Dances To Arabic Music]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_091001_dogandboysurf.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ I know. I know.  You've probably seen dancing bird videos.  I clicked on this skeptically.  But when I heard myself laughing aloud, I knew I had to share it with you.  In the very least, this will bring a giggle to your day. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Dog & Paralyzed Teen Surf Tandem]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_091001_dogandteensurf.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is the ultimate buddy story.  Come see how Riccochet, the surfing dog, is helping his pal, Patrick Ivison, surf, find joy, and learn to walk again.  Your heart will soar as you ride the waves with this duo.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quadruple Amputee Dances At Julliard]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_090930_quadamputeeatjuliard.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[She has no arms and no legs. But 16-year-old Kiera Brinkley from Portland, Oregon is not letting that get in the way of her becoming a dancer. And to prove it, she traveled to New York City to perform at Julliard.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boobies Take Over Facebook]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090930_feelyourboobies.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[FeelYourBoobies.com is quickly becoming one of the top health causes on Facebook.  It all started with a remarkable young woman you first met here on DarynKagan.com.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog Plays Detective To Find Lost Family]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090929_dogdetective.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[CBS' Steve Hartman has a winner of a story.  When a Tennessee dog shelter rescues a doge named, Ella, the clues quickly add up.  She is someone's special dog and she's gathered clues to lead back to her beloved family.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last Chance Corral]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_070327_lastchancecorral.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[What the heck? Let's keep the awesome animal stories going today.  Come along to the Last Chance Corral where Thoroughbred horses get a chance at a fabulous and loving life.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Horse Smarter Than A 5th Grader?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090928_smarthorse.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Come meet Lucas, the retired racehorse who has learned to count, spell his name, and play catch.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[92-Year-Old Tops Charts]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_090928_92topscharts.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Vera Lynn is lighting the pop record charts on fire in Britain.  She's even out-selling The Beatles!  Find out why Lynn says it's never too late for wonderful surprises to be around the corner. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFL Quarterback Shows Love]]></title><link><![CDATA[Tennessee Titans quarterback Vince Young showed some big love this past week for two boys who looked like they were about to have a miserable day at school.  It was going to be the first father-son event that Trenton and Tyler McNair would have to face it without their dad, Steve. He's the former Titans quarterback who was killed in July.  Young made sure that instead, the day turned into one of happy memories for the McNair boys.]]></link><description><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_090924_vinceyoung.html]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenaged Girl Builds School]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_090924_schoolincambodia.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Sure, plenty of kids go to school, but how many build one?  When 16-year-old Rachel Rosenfeld found herself stuck at home with a chronic illness, she turned her boredom into doing good.  Come along as her new school opens in Cambodia!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Injured Turtle Gets Coasters For New Feet]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090923_coasterturtle.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[What's in a name? Was Lucky the turtle lucky to have a run in with an angry raccoon in his California backyard?  I guess you could say, "no." But he sure was lucky to find a clever and determined veterinarian who has come up with a simple and genius way to help Lucky get around.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Couple Has Daughters 8-8-08 And 9-9-09!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_090923_birthdaybabies.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[What are the odds? Alison and Andy Miller recently welcomed baby daughter, Molly, on 9-9-09.  What a perfect 2nd act to their first daughter, Campbell, born on 8-8-08!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Cowabunga! Doggies Go Surfing!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090922_doggiessurfing2.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's a story guaranteed to bring a smile to your face--dogs take to the waves on surf boards and it's all for a good cause!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Long-Lost Brothers Reunited]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090922_brothersreunited.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Who doesn't love the feeling of belonging?  That's why I figure you'll love this story of two long-lost brothers who found each other by working side-by-side. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Making Yellow Taxi Out Of Lemons]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/DarynsBlog.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Check out my blog, where I tell you how one man has come up with a very interesting twist on getting laid off.  What might have seemed bad has made him his little boy's hero.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[News Anchor Uses Braille]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_090915_braillenewsanchor.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Like many college journalism students, Nick Pavel,  dreams of becoming a news anchor.  There's one little hitch. NIck has been blind since birth.  As you'll see, that's just a minor detail as he goes for his dream.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tower Of Hope]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090420_towerofhope.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I meant to get this story in last week, but it's never too late to tell a story that celebrates love, transforming grief, and the power of animals.  Cathy Carrilli lost her husband on 9/11.  She came to realize he wouldn't her sadness to be his legacy.  So, Cathy has created Tower of Hope.  See what happens when she matches specially trained dogs with veterans. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Long Lost Love Letter Reunites Couple!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090916_loveletter.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[What if you poured your never-ending feelings out in a love letter to the love that got away, only to have that letter lost?  That's what happened to England's Steve Smith.  Sounds tragic?  C'mon, you think I would bring you love story that doesn't have a happy ending?  Get ready to believe.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Break Dancing on Crutches]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_090916_breakdancingoncrutches.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Bill Shannon was born with abnormal hips.  He's been using crutches since he was 5 years-old.  He considers the crutches an extension of his body and has elevated walking on crutches to an art form.  In this video, Bill takes to the street--dancing, skating and simply redefining what it means to be physically challenged. Fun performance art! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   From Prisoner To Best-Selling Poet!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_090914_prisonertopoet1.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When R. Dwayne Betts committed a car-jacking at the age of 16, most people would've just locked him up and threw away the key.  But something amazing happened to Betts in prison--he discovered poetry.  This amazing young man used that beauty to turn around this life, help other young people, and become a best-selling author.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch R. Dwayne Betts Read His Poetry >>]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_090914_prisonertopoet2.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Major Leaguer Scores Two Holes-In-One]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_090914_twoholesinone.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Steve Blass might have a World Series Ring, but he's best known for total loss of control on the baseball mound later in his career.  A failure? Hardly!  Check out what Blass pulled off on the golf course last week: TWO holes-in-one in the same round.  Read more about his triumph and what the odds are against pulling that off.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[104-Year-Old Is World's Oldest Twitterer]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_090910_oldesttwitterer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ Ivy Bean is one of my favorite people to follow on Twitter.  She gives her many updates from her retirement home in Britain.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taxi Driver Donates Kidney To Passenger]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090910_taxidriverdonateskidney.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Rita Van Loenen says she now knows you can find angels anywhere, even while riding in the back of a taxi cab.  That's where Rita was when her driver offered to give her his kidney.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Looking For That Perfect Job]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_080111_52jobs.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Maybe it was Labor Day Weekend.  Maybe it was running into a young neighbor down the street  fretting that this is her last year of college.  This story is for anyone out there wondering what job they are supposed to do.  Check out one man's answer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog Adopts Piglet]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090909_dogadoptspiglet.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Get ready to see just about the cutest pictures ever.  A tiny, abandoned pot belly piglet turned out to have good timing.  She was found by a local farmer in England just as the family dog was finishing up nursing a litter of pups.  Come see a natural born mama if there ever was one!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sports Heroes In The News]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_090908_sportsheroesinthenews.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[They thrill us in their arenas of competition.  Now a couple of athletes are giving us reason to cheer for them by becoming heroes in some pretty scary situations. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[88-Year-Old Mayor Has City Running Debt-Free]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_090908_88yomayor.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Good luck keeping up with Hazel McCallion.  She's been dubbed the hardest working mayor in North America.  She's 88 and has won 11-consecutive terms.  This is no cute old lady story.  No, Mayor McCallion is running one of the most successful cities in North America.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Military Kids Get A Boost]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_071106_boostformilitarykids.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Mom or dad serves in the National Guard and kids can get left behind with the extra stuff they want or need.  Tutors? Driving lessons? After-school activities.  Come meet two women who didn't want to make it about politics or the war, they want to help kids.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Loyal Dog Inspires Japan]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090903_loyaldog.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Hachiko, the loyal dog, is a legend in Japan even though he died over 70 years ago.  Japanese are inspired by the way he continued to show up waiting for his long-deceased owner.  The legend is about to inspire a new movie inspiring Richard Gere, as well!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[  Computer Fairy Godmother]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_080324_computerfairygodmother.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[One person's trash is someone else's treasure.  That's what Lorraine Kerwood discovered.  She grew up with autism believing she wasn't worth much.  She's now come to see the traits that make her different are perfect for creating great gifts for folks in need of computers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Saved Children Of War; Now They Save Him]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090902_mansavedchildrenofwar.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Nicholas Winton's heroics were buried in history.  During WWII, this British banker helped hundreds of children escape from Hitler's Germany.  Now 70 years later, those "kids" are retracing the steps of their journey to play tribute to the man who saved their lives.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coffee, Tea, Or Crayon?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_081107_friendlyskies.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Talk about service!  Delta flight attendant Jewel Van Valin is helping passengers access their inner artist to create an art gallery in the sky. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[7-Year-Old Gets Birthday Surprise: Dad Home From Iraq]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090901_dadomefromiraq.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jolie Yates had one big birthday wish.  She wanted her dad to come home from serving in Iraq.  No promises, but I bet you just might need a tissue or two while watching this story.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Students Inspire next "Susan Boyle"]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_090831_nextsusanboyle.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Danyl Johnson is the latest sensation to take a British talent competition by storm.  Even Simon Cowell says Johnson gave the best first audition he ever saw.  Find out why this school teacher says if not for his students' encouragement, he would have never tried out.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flower Power]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_070322_flowerpower.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Have you ever gone to a big wedding or corporate event and wondered, "What's going to happen to all these flowers?"  So did Nancy Lawlor.  Difference is--she did something about it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Dinner A'Fare]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_070124_recipeforsuccess.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Stephanie Wright figured out just what she wanted to do with her life.  She combined her passion for cooking and business.  Now she's empowering wanna be chefs all over the country.  Never mind that she gets around the kitchen and life in a way different from most.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Great-Grandma Skydives With 4 Generations]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_090828_greatgrandmaskydives.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Vada Rambo has the perfect last name. This adventure-loving great grandmother knew exactly what she wanted to do for her 90th birthday.  She wanted to go skydiving.  Not only that.  She convinced her daughter, grandson, and great-granddaughter to join her! I bet this story will inspire you to take some kind of leap in your life!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Coupon Queen Feeds Family For $10 Per Week]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090827_couponqueen.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's a good antidote for the next time you come home from the market.  Come along as a self-trained coupon queen does a $279 marketing for 39 cents.  Let's see What's Possible at the supermarket.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[  Rachael Ray Is Going To The Dogs]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/tonicminute/stories/to_090827_rachaelray.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Not to worry--that's a good thing.  Find out how the celebrity chef/talk show host is helping dogs all around the country.  Also, a church gets an inspired lottery prize and a paramedic performs one woman's emergency delivery...not once, but twice! ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Amazing Friends Truly Go To The Mat For Each Other]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_090825_wrestlerfriends.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Two high school wrestlers, one blind, one with no legs discover the true meaning of friendship. This story will stir your heart, get you cheering, and show you What's Possible! (Story is a bit long, but watch the whole thing, I promise it will make your day!)]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Squirrel Crashes Family Phot]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/tonicminute/stories/to_090825_squirrelcrashespicture.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You have to see what happens when a squirrel decides he wants in on a family photo.  Also, love that was new and fresh for a couple at Woodstock lives on, and your dog it smart?  Yeah, you know that and now researchers do, too.  It's all part of the Daily Tonic Minute!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Down On Their Luck Once; Now They Help Create Angels]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_090826_anonymousgiving.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Mischa and Lionel Thompson know what it is to face their family's darkest hour.  They also know what it is to get help from places they never expected.  Now that they face better times, they've set up an incredible way to help anyone become an anonymous angel. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fair Fare]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/tonicminute/stories/to_090820_fairfare.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A Vermont taxi driver has come up with a great pricing system.  Passengers pay the fare that they think is fair. How's that working for him?  Check that out along with other inspiring news in today's Daily Tonic Minute. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[$500,000 Violin Lost & FOUND in NYC Taxi]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_090820_violinfound.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[22-year-old Hahn-Bin is just weeks away from making his debut at Carnegie Hall.  Could there be a worse time to lose his half-million dollar violin? We all know that sinking feeling of leaving something valuable behind.  Find out why Bin is now whistling a happy tune.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Moves To Deserted Island To Quit Smoking]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_090818_quitsmoking.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[London banker Jeff Spice finally had enough.  He finally was ready to quit smoking after more than 40-years.  So, he's moved to a deserted island to go cold turkey and achieve his goal.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yosemite Facelift]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_071029_yosemitefacelift.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ken Yeager is also into cleaning things up.  In this case, it's his beloved Yosemite National Park.  Find out how one man's passion for one of the prettiest places on Earth has turned into a huge party.  Next month folks will come from all over just to pick up trash and have a great time doing it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blind Announcer Calls Major League Baseball Games]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_090818_blindannouncer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Don't tell Enrique Oliu he can't do something.  He's been blind since birth, so he's never seen a single baseball game.  Yet, his love of the game and personal vision has taken him to the top of the sports broadcasting world.  Come meet the Spanish radio announcer for the Tampa Bay Rays.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bird Helps Find Lost Bird]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/tonicminute/stories/to_090818_birdfindslostbird.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[What happens when a spooked Macaw flies away from the San Diego Zoo?  Another Macaw comes to the rescue.  That's just one of the inspiring stories in today's Daily Tonic Minute.  ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[This Isn't Your Big City Newspaper Delivery!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_090817_horsebacknewspaperdelivery.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[16-year-old Belinda Chambers has found a way to beat high gas prices and charm her small Kansas town while delivering the local paper.  She saddles up her horse, Dreamer, and off they go.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wet Suit Saves Hero Penguin's Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090817_wetsuitsavespenguin.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ Penguins are supposed to lose all their feathers--just not at one time!  When that happened to one special little bird at a zoo in Hampshire, England, zookeepers got creative.  See what they cooked up for Ralph the penguin and find out why Ralph, himself is a hero. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baldwin Brother Does Good, Cafe' Serves Up Goodness, Baby Rhino Makes A Splash]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/tonicminute/stories/to_090814_baldwincaferhino.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Get the scoop behind the good news headlines in my Daily Tonic Minute!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball Hero Now Dedicates His Life To Kids]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090814_baseballhero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Albie Pearson is an angel many times over.  He starred for the Los Angeles Angels on the baseball diamond in the '60's.  Now he's an angel to a group of boys who desperately need a second chance.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thousands Of Cats Saved]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_080811_womansavesthousandsofcats.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Lynea Lattanzio is a woman who always knew she had a purpose in life. She found it when she started saving cats.  She's now saved over 16,000 in 15 years at her cat sanctuary in California.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[One Woman Spreads The Love And Possibility Of The American Dream]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090813_alfademmellash.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Alfa Demmellash is an Ethiopian immigrant to America.  She loves what the American Dream is all about and and she's created a way to share that opportunity with folks who never thought it was possible for them.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Million Calorie March]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_081117_millioncaloriemarch.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This one is for anyone struggling with weight, diet, and exercise today. Gary Marino feels your pain.  He finally figured out the only way for him to face his challenge was one step at a time.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hero Firefighters Take Another Remarkable Step]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090812_firefightershelpagain.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Remember those firefighter brothers who became heroes in Milwaukee a couple weeks ago? They risked their own lives to pull a little boy out of burning SUV.  That would've been enough.  Turns out it's just the beginning of what they're doing for the boy and his family.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[If You Don't Have Anything Nice To Say...]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/tonicminute/stories/to_090811_tuesday.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Clearly that's not a problem for two college students who are traveling the country passing out compliments.  Hear more about them in my latest Tonic Minute.  Also, an inspiring teen athlete who creates his own breaks and meet one of the greatest young piano players in the world.  Turns out he has great vision, as well. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Love Of Books Sparks Uncommon Friendship]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090811_homelessbookclub.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[On the surface, Rob and Peter wouldn't appear to have much in common.  One is a well-heeled lawyer.  The other has spent much of his life on the streets.  But their love of books and reading has brought them together and is creating a ripple effect touching countless lives. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Golfer With No Arms Has The Swing Of Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_090806_noarmgolfer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Butch Lumpkin might've been born with no arms, but don't bet against his huge heart, spirit for life, and love for the game of golf.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Couple Gets Married In Animal Shelter]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090810_couplemarriedinanimalshelter.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Talk about a catty wedding!  It works out that way when the wedding party is made up of six stray felines.  That was the case for one Florida couple.  They figured they already have everything they need so they decided to get married in local animal shelter.  They asked for donations instead of registering for gifts. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Beekeeper's Love]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_070126_thebeekeeper.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[School Dreams Come True]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_090730_indiaschooldreams2.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[An Unexpected Mother ]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_081203_unexpectedmother.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's Your Mountain To Climb? ]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_090729_blindmountainclimber.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[52 Weeks, 52 Jobs]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_080111_52jobs.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Family Of Winners Rises]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_090728_ultimateamericansuccessstory.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Healing His African Hometown]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_061122_sebri.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cat Cafe' Offers Stress-Free Access To Feline Friends]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090727_catcafe.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Molly, 3-Legged Pony ]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_080618_mollythepony.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[92-Year-Old Takes On City Hall]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_090723_sidewalks.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Off-Duty Firefighter Brothers Save Boy]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090722_firefighterssaveboy.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[One Bite At A Time]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_070314_onebiteatatime.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Actor Russell Crowe Plays Real LIfe Robin Hood]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/stories/ce_090721_russellcrowe.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Funny how this works.  Russell Crowe is shooting a movie about Robin Hood right now in London.  When one of the crew members faced a personal challenge, Crowe saw a chance to do a little Robin Hooding himself!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Loving Gingerly]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_080206_lovinggingerly.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Talk about a love story! One woman refuses to turn her back on the first love of her life when he needs her most.  Her big heart still has room for more love. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Star Student Athlete Says "No" To NFL; "Yes!" To Free Medical Clinic]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_090720_rhodesscholarathlete.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The awesome Myron Rolle continues to amaze and inspire.  Earlier this year, he told the NFL it would just have to wait while he lived his dream of becoming a Rhodes Scholar.  Now, this future doctor is building a free medical clinic in his family's home country, The Bahamas.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Check Out Daryn's New Gig!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/blogarchive/blog_090720_tonic.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A website dedicated to all thing's good?  That's a place I want to hang out and am thrilled to accept this invitation!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Victims Go To Bat For Sharks Who Bit Them]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090717_sharkattackvictims.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This would be a case of loving the jaws that bit you. Nine shark attack victims head to Capitol Hill looking to protect the very creatures who attacked them.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Great Gift For Your Next Occassion]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_070725_affirmagyblankets.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Looking for that perfect gift to wrap up for a loved one?  I  believe I've found it! You'll not only wrap up Affirmagy blankets, they'll wrap the ones you love in the most encouraging words and thoughts.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coffee, Tea Or Kindness?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090716_paycoffeeforward.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[An incredible kindness chain is going on at a little coffee house in Blue Springs, Missouri.  No one wants to break the chain of paying for the coffee of the customer behind them in the drive thru line.  They're up to more than 1,000 acts of kindness!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rock Star Mom]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_090216_funkymama.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[So you think you can't walk away from your current job to live out your passions?  Mom Krista Eyler just might change your mind.  She walked away from a TV news career to be a mom and sing her heart out. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flying Nun Spreads Spirit Of Making A Difference]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090715_flyingnun.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[They call her "The Flying Nun" because she has spent 50 years flying around the world touching lives and helping those in need.  Sister Bridget knows what it means to need help and even better--how to give]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen Is Hero Twice In One Day!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_090714_herotwiceinoneday.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Chloe Dauwalder will tell you she was just doing what she should do.  Don't call her a  hero, she says.  Hero about her day at work at a Washington state thrift shop and I be you'll disagree!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen Makes History In The Sky]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_090713_teenfliescrosscountry.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[15-year-old Kimberly Anyadike may now have her feet on the ground, but here's hoping she keeps her head and dreams in the clouds.  She just made history as the youngest African American female to fly across the United States.  A great story to share with your kids. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy Saves Mom Struck By Lightning]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_090710_boysavesmomfromlightning.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Kimberly Krone has experienced quite a few surprises this month.  This Texas mom of 6 never expected to be hit by lightning inside her own home.  She also didn't know her 9-year-old son would become her hero. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soul Of A Horse]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_080612_soulofahorse.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Joe Camp.  You might not know the name, but you know his work.  For years, Joe was the producer of all the Benji The Dog movies.  Now, he's found a new love: horses. He's sharing that love and what he's learned about himself and the soul of a horse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Makes It Big, Brings Joy Back To His Small Town]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_090709_joytohometwon.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ron Pace has made it big and lives in a big ol'house in Nashville.  But he hasn't forgotten where he comes from.  That's why he's busy bringing music, joy, and prosperity back to tiny Waverly, TN.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record Set For Multi-Kidney Transplants]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090708_multiplekidneytransplants.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Talk about the ultimate Match.com! See what's possible when a record number of people step up for an amazing act of kindness.  What if you were willing to donate your kidney, but it wasn't a match for your ailing loved one?  Doctors at Johns Hopkins figured out a way to help a record number of people.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Grown Boy And His Toys]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/over60/stories/ov_090708_grownboyandtoys.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ken Connor might be 65 and retired, but he has never lost the joy of playing with his favorite toys.  Come along to the magic world he has created and reconnect with the joy of simply playing we all had as kids.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do Service, Get Free Concert Tickets]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_090707_doservicegetfreetickets.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[There's a pretty interesting price tag on a big concert coming up next month in Maryland.  Promoters don't want your money.  They want your time. Volunteer to help the homeless and you'll get in free.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Train Your Pet Fish!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_080605_fishyschool.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Yes, that little goldfish is capable of so much more than just swimming around his bowl.  One father wanted to show his kids their pet fish could do as much as a pet dog.  It's possible!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cooper The Professional Photographer CAT!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090224_catphotographer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Like a lot of professional photographers, Cooper has camera strapped around his neck and his selling this photos for hundreds of dollars in a Seattle art gallery.  Unlike any other photographer I've ever heard of, this shooter, is a CAT!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homeless Coach Creates Diamond In Rough Neighborhood]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_090706_homelesscoach.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Talk about a treasure. Tim Lewis saw potential where others saw a dirty old lot.  Now he's transforming the lives of young boys, never mind his own obstacles.  You want to see what's possible?  You have to meet Tim.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pig Named Sue Runs Obstacle Course]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090702_pigrunsobstaclecourse.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[There are plenty of pigs running around Barton Hill Farm in England.  But one pig stands out.  A pig named Sue is wowing them with his smarts and his many tricks. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Big Wish For A Special Friend]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/blogarchive/blog_090127_friendsjourney.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[On this weekend where we celebrate America's birthday, I thought I'd share one of the most special birthdays ever.  Here's a story about believing in miracles for a friend]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adoption Love And Surprises]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090212_adopteddaughter.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Holly Shay Rotter offers up a whole different kind of surprise.  When she set out to find her biological parents, she had no idea she would find them both--married to each other!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnny Depp Leaves $4,000 Tip!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/stories/ce_090701_johnnydeppleaves4000tip.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Actor Johnny Depp has often said that money is the key to happiness.  But he sure made one Chicago waiter happy when he left behind a $4,000 tip.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Go-Go Grandma Has Love Affair With Hot Ride]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_090630_rachelandchariot.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Rachel Veitch is 90-years old and in love.  Come meet "Chariot," her 1964 Comet.  They've been together since the car was new.  More than 500,000 miles later, they're still hitting the road together.  If you want to experience one spunky Granny who will make you smile, check out this story.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Becoming The Hero She Needed]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_070501_herosheneeded.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Paula Lucas truly knows the meaning of freedom.  She found her way out of an abusive marriage while living in the Middle East.  She was shocked and frustrated by how few resources there are for American women living in abusive marriages overseas. Now that she and her children are back in the US and safe, she's dedicating her life to being there for other women who find themselves stuck and in danger overseas.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buy Great Shoes; Save A Kid's LIfe]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_090629_buyshoessavelives.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Courtney is living quite an unusual life. He and his wife are raising their young family in northern Iraq. They've discovered there's a large number of Iraqi children who need heart surgery, but there's no medical resources there to treat them. Leave it to the Courtneys to make a special kind of shoe work for these kids]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bess The Book Bus Inspires Kids To Read]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090629_bessthebookbus.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Anyone who dreams of making a difference in the world should meet Jennifer Frances. Like a lot of us, she had big dreams. Unlike many, she did something. Cashed in her 401K and created Bess The Book Bus. Now she travels America giving kids free books and inspiring them to read and learn. She makes dreams come true. See how the CBS Early Show recently made Jennifer's dreams come true. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beyonce Hungers For A Cause]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/celebrities/stories/ce_090625_beyoncehungersforacause.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Thank goodness being gorgeous, talented, and super successful isn't enough for superstar Beyonce.  She's using her summer tour to inspire some great good works.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heart To Heart Love Story]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_080623_heart2heart.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Who could imagine that making the biggest sacrifice of her life would lead to the love of Pam Colvell's life?  For anyone who wonders if you can ever heal from a broken heart, this story is for you]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kindness Turns Around Struggling Cafe]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090311_qcafe.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The Q Cafe was facing some very tough times in St. Paul, MN.  Things were so bad, the owner couldn't even sell it.  That's when Lisa Metwaley stepped in and recreated her husband's cafe with a theme of kindness.  Now the lines are back out the door.  See how kindness can be the key to business success. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV Weather Anchor Inspires Runners]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_090624_anchorinspiresrunners.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Heidi Jones is so much more than a pretty face who stands in front of a weather map.  When she's not forecasting for WABC in New York City, she's often running.  Come along as she shares that love with a team of New Yorkers who are finding running as a way to kick start their dreams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[oung Woman Creates Place She Wishes She Had]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_061220_katesclub.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Kate Atwood lost her mom to breast cancer when she was only 12.  It changed her whole childhood and outlook on life.  As a young woman, she's created Kate's Club.  A place for kids who lose parent or sibling and a place where kids can thrive despite their loss. Great example of how you can create something great, even with very little resources. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Promise Made & Kept To WWII Vets]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090623_promisetowwiivets.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ I'll warn you to bring your Kleenex along for this story.  It's a simple promise: every WWII veteran should get to travel to Washington, DC to see the WWII Memorial for free.  Come along as a group from Chicago makes that journey. Wonderful story from WGN-TV!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A New Wedding Show For Those Who Love Love]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090622_weddingshow.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[If you love great love stories and you love to see deserving folks have happy moments, then do I have the new show for you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[She Finally Has A Home: Harvard!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_090622_harvard.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Meet an amazing teen who refused to let homelessness defeat her.  Khadijah Williams is on her way to Harvard on a full-ride.  Talk about not letting your circumstances beat you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's Your Best Way Of Getting Out Of A Funk?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.ning.com/forum/topics/whats-your-best-way-of-getting]]></link><description><![CDATA[A man today's story found that service is the answer for him. The idea? That you can't continue in your tailspin if you're focused on helping others. What about you?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Stories Of Recovery]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_070305_twostoriesofrecovery.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's an inspiring story of recovery, of both a city and a single man.  Nic Bonsell found the key to continuing sobriety by helping to rebuild New Orleans]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Great-Grandmothers Become Bowling Champs!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_090619_greatgrandmabowlingchamps.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Emma Dausman and Judy Conner are great-grandmothers who say they don't care how old you are.  It's about relaxing and enjoying the game.  They're sure are enjoying being Michigan state bowling champions.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finding Gina]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_081030_findinggina.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jannel Rap is working to fill a hole in her heart.  She's taken her search for her own missing adult sister and turned it into a national network of artists who help find other missing persons.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman Celebrates Birthday By Sleeping In Dog Pound]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090618_womansleepsindogpound.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Okay, animal lovers--this might even stretch your love of your furry friends.  Sounds kind of wacky, but they've come up with quite the interesting fundraiser at a no-kill animal shelter in Florida.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Male Rottweiler Adopts Wolf Pup]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090617_dogadoptswolf.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[We've seen plenty of cross species animal adoption stories before.  This one caught my attention because it's a male dog adopting a little wolf pup.  It's also nice to hear the humans have a realistic perspective on trying to tame a wild animal.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Country Singer Recovers]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_070307_countrysingerrecovers.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Country singer Janie Feliz has battled rheumatoid arthritis since she was a girl and is now heading to Nashville to pursue her music career. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fighter Pilot War Enemies Become Friends]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090616_enemiesbecomefriends.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Dan Cherry first  became aware of North Vietnamese fighter pilot Nguyen Hong MIngh during one of the intense dog fights of the Vietnam War.  Basically, they were trying to kill each other. Decades later these men are becoming the best of friends.  Come experience the power of love and friendship.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrate The Body You Have Right Now]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_080930_yoga.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Abby Lentz always thought she would have to wait for the weight to come off before she could go for her dream.  After all, she wanted to open up a yoga studio!  Then, came her AHA moment.  She was meant to start teaching yoga in the body she has right now!  Anyone waiting to go for their dream or beating up their body needs to watch this story.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moms--It's Time To Pack For Camp--For You!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_070411_campbombshell.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[So much for sending the kids off to camp this summer.  Why should they get all the fun? That's what a closeknit group of friends in Florida decided.  Ladies, they say it's your turn.  They want you to become a fellow Bombshell!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cancel Baseball? Not In This Little American Town!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_090615_savebaseball.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Things are tough in Greenfield, OH.  It looked like this small town was going to have to axe the entire city recreation budget.  That would've meant no baseball for the kids this summer.  That was one thing residents decided just couldn't go.  That's when the miracles started happening.  Play ball!.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[   Back By Popular Demand: Animal Odd Couple, Part II]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090612_dogandelephantfriends.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Folks have loved the story of the amazing friendship between Tara the elephant and Bella the dog.  CBS' Steve Hartman first introduced us back in January.  Now, he takes us back to see how this animal odd couple is doing since they became an internet sensation. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[3x Cancer Survivor Soars!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_080828_3xcancersurvivor.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Topher Payne has survived cancer three times.  And he's not even 30!  Maybe that's why he's a young man in a hurry.  He's a successful playwright, author, and one of the funniest people I've ever met.  Yes, funny.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ben's Bells Inspire Kindness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_071129_bensbells.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is a different kind of a young boy inspiring.  Jeanette Mare'-Packard was struggling terribly following the death of her young son.  Then, she noticed something so small--how the littlest act of kindness could help her make it through the day.  That's how she found her son's legacy--celebrating kindness.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Piano Prodigy From Ghana Soaring in SF]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_090611_pianopordigyfromghana.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[One performance can change your life.  One day 13-year-old Kofi Vordzorgbe was performing in his native Ghana.  Now, he's living and studying in San Francisco.  He's composed six sonatas, four symphonies, two string quartets and eight piano pieces. And he's showing his new American friends and classmates that you don't have to be limited by where your are born.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Balloon Man Finds Dreams In The Clouds]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_070903_heliumballoonflyer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I would classify this story under "don't try this at home." I mean don't feel you need to go tie a bunch of helium balloons to your lawn chair and float away.  But please do watch Kent Couch's story and ask yourself, "What was my childhood dream that I still want to make come true?"]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mom Of 13 Graduates College]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_090609_momgraduates.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When Tammy Slabel got divorced she knew she had to do something to get her mojo back.  She decided to go to college.  Never mind that she is a working single of 13 kids!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veteran Climbs The Toughest Mountains]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090608_veteranclimbs.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Less than a year and a half ago, doctors told British Maj. Phil Packer that he would never walk again after being injured in Iraq.  Since then, he has run a marathon, rowed the English Channel and now takes on one of the toughest rock climbing routes in America.  He's shows us all What's Possible while also raising funds for fellow vets.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Power Of Forgiveness.]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_061211_storyofforgiveness.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Yeah, the F-word.  That one that can be so challenging for us.  See a story that shows us all the power of forgiveness and love.  An amazing friendship between two men: one who lost is son to murder.  The other-the killer's grandfather.  The work they are doing together is saving lives and inspiring us all.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Great Graduates!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_090605_greatgraduates.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Let's cap off Cap And Gown season with a look at some awesome high school graduates.  You want to feel good about the future?  Come meet these grads who are thriving despite growing up in one of San Francisco's toughest neighborhoods.  It's so exciting to read about their next steps and see What's Possible!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Go Barefoot; Help The World!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_090605_soles4souls.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It might seem strange that something as simple as taking your shoes off can help the world, but it can.  This is Barefoot Week, declared so by the folks at Soles 4 Souls.  They know the difference a new pair of shoes can make in someone's life.  Meet the former shoe executive who found the one thing better than selling a bunch of shoes is giving them away for free!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young Brothers Fight Diabetes With Comic Book Super Heroes]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_061121_omegaboy.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's going to take more than juvenile diabetes to scare brothers Kamaal and Malcolm Washington. When they found they had to face the disease, they called on the super powers of creating their own comic book series.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman Saves Rare Albino Robin]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090604_albinorobin.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Tiffany Blaze became an instant surrogate mother to a rare albino robin.  She noticed the sweet little white bird was about to become lunch for a menacing hawk, she stepped in.  Now, it's about helping the little guy fly away to his freedom.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Students Donate Meal Plans; Get Life Lessons]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_090603_studentsdonatemealpalns.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This sure turned out to be a big learning year for UPenn freshman Ricky Oxenhandler.  Like a lot of students, he figured out that he didn't want to eat every meal in the dining hall. Ricky, however, is one young man who figured out a way to do something with those extra meals: give it to families who need it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Knife   Fork = "Knork"]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_070412_knork.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Keeping the food theme going, this falls under the "Why didn't I think of that?" category.  See how one young man is changing the way we eat.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wheels Of Art]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_070111_wheelchairart.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Tommy Hollenstein is an artist who shows us you can always go for your passion.  It's true even when life throws you a curve ball you would've never picked.  Sometimes, it just takes a special friend to show you the way.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2-Year-Old Pool Shark Amazes]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_090602_2yopoolshark.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[At 2 years old, Keith O'Dell isn't even old enough to play board games.  They would probably bore him anyway.  See, this little cutie has already found his passion: playing pool.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Did The Chicken Cross The Road? To Get A Donut, Of Course!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090601_chickencrosstheroadfordonuts.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's the age old question, about the chicken.  If you lived across the road from ScrumpDiddilyUmptious Donuts, you'd cross the street, too.  Just to get your daily fix of something sweet.  One of those, "gotta see it to believe it" kind of stories.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emmett, The 3-Legged St. Bernard]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_070925_emmettthe%20great.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's a great story for anyone who's facing doubters and critics. The negative nellies said there was no way a 3-legged large breed dog could make it.  That is, until a determined and dedicated young woman showed up.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Layoffs? Not So Fast. Workers Rally To Save Others' Jobs]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090529_workersrallytosavejobs.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[They had a familiar problem at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Boston. Not enough revenue.  Too many jobs. The CEO faced laying off as many as 600 people.  But then, he took an usual step. He opened up the hospital's books and let the staff figure out how to cut back.  The sacrifices, what they were able to accomplish, and how many jobs they were able to save will amaze you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Through The Lens Of An 8-Year-Old Photographer]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_081001_8yophotographer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Thomas Harmon seems to have been born with a natural talent.  He's meant to have a camera in his hands.  See what happens when you look at the world through the lens of one gifted 8-year-old photographer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Healing A Horse Lover's Heartbreak]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/animals/stories/an_090528_healinghorssheartbreak.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[So many of us animal lovers can understand the love Jennifer Mears had for her beloved show horse, Tuesday.  That's why you'll be touched to see the incredible way her neighbors stepped up to help her heart heal when Jennifer had to let her go.  A story about loving an animal more than you can imagine and the power of acts of kindness.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Getting Kids To Eat Healthy]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/kids/stories/ki_080103_eatinghealthyfun.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is no joke, but one mom says you can make it kind of a game.  Mom Leslie Grant created the board to make it fun for kids to make good food choices and take the battles out of meal time. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Advice Would You Give College Grads?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.ning.com/forum/topics/what-advice-would-you-give]]></link><description><![CDATA['Tis the cap n' gown season!  So much doom and gloom in the media about what a rotten time it is to graduate.  My friend, Mike Robbins, makes a different case in today's featured story. I'd love to hear what my other wise friends have to say.  That means YOU.  What would you tell young people who are graduating college this year?  What did you wish you knew back then?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Never A Better Time To Graduate College]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/blogarchive/blog_090525_neverabettertimetograduate.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[No, this isn't a typo.  Despite all the doom and gloom you're hearing in the traditional media, there is another way of looking at things.  My friend, Mike Robbins, makes the case that NOW is an awesome time to be graduating college.  If you're a grad, a parent or know someone who is stepping out into the world, this is a conversation you will enjoy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Shelter Teen Heads To College On Full Ride]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_090525_shelterteen.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Let's keep the graduation theme going.  I got such a kick out of reading about Danielle Galloway.  Talk about not letting circumstances define you and your future.  This teenager has had the hardest of childhoods, but has found her refuge in school and learning.  That choice is being rewarded with a full-ride to Boston University.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rock Of Inspiration]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/heroism/stories/he_080523_rockofinspiration.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Something special happens to a huge boulder on the side of an Iowa road this time of year.  Young artist Bubba Sorenson creates a tribute to veterans who have sacrificed for America.  It's a rock of inspiration that changes every year..]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Little Town Rises Up For Bakery]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/business/stories/bu_090522_town_rises_up_for_bakery.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's a twist on an immigration story.  How about a town rising up when it heard a local immigrant was about to be kicked out of the country?  That's what happened when it looked like baker Verlaine Daeron was going to have to leave tiny Colbrook, NH. This little town has lost so much lately.  Losing their beloved french bakery?  Well, that was too much to take.  Come witness a love story that townspeople showed for one special woman.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do You See Opportunity Where Others See Failure?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.ning.com/forum/topics/do-you-see-opportunity-where]]></link><description><![CDATA[I got to thinking about this idea from today's featured story about a couple in Kansas that is doing well by running a small newspaper. What a crazy time to start something like that! When big time newspapers are failing. But the Owens saw opportunity. It reminds me of a Wayne Dyer quote, "When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change." Does that mean anything to you? Any way you want to weigh in? I'd love to hear your thoughts.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Read All About It! Newspaper Thrives While Others Fail]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090521_newspaper_thrives.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Barry and Jessica Owens came up with a crazy idea: start a newspaper! Really? During these tough economic times when big time newspapers are failing? Ah, in this case, the magic appears to be in size. It's all about seeing opportunity where others see failure.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[104-Year-Old Golfer Hits The Links Again]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_090520_104_golfer_hits_links.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[104-Edwin Dibos had a big wish.  He wanted to get back on the golf course.  Not some little putting green, mind you. He wanted the real thing.  Check out this story to experience a wish fulfilled, a life-long passion, and the secret of WD-40.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Struggling Mom Returns Money]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090520_struggling_mom_returns_money.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Benita Regis couldn't pay her rent and was facing eviction.  Imagine her surprise when she checked her bank balance to find more than $270,000 credited to her account.  A reaffirming story about doing the right thing]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Guys Drive Around Entire World]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_090520_two_guys_drive_around_the_world.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Sounds so simple, yet it's really not been done in decades.  Two guys named Steve came up with a crazy idea to drive all around the world.  Not as simple as it sounds.  It's all about going for your dreams]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Have You Overcome Lack of $ To Go For Your Dreams?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.ning.com/forum/topics/how-have-you-overcome-lack-of]]></link><description><![CDATA[I have an inspiring story (link) today about two guys named Steve who had a big dream to drive all around the world.  68 countries later you can see they made that dream come true.  What about you?  Can you share an example where you managed to get some help to make a dream come true?  Please share.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pennies Make Sense For Special School  ]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090519_pennies_make_sense.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Teacher Steve Bergen has a big dream.  He wants to bring a billion pennies to the Harlem school where he teaches.  It's all about showing kids how numbers add up and showing them what's possible.  Kids around the world are pitching in to help.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habitat Honeymooners]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_061120_habitathoneymoon.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Malcolm and Kalshiela Lloyd know how to do it up right.  They threw themselves the wedding of their dreams.  Then turned around and spent their honeymoom giving back.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Couple Finds Love & Weds On Commuter Train ]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090518_wedding_on_a_train.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A Massachusetts couple swears they weren't looking for love when they met on a commuter train.  Yet, love it is.  They wed this weekend right where it all started-on the train.  A love story that sparks hope to start your week.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Graduating Great Grandma]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_070516_graduatinggrandma.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[We celebrate so many young people during this graduation season.  How about sharing the love for 95-year-old Nola Ochs who became the oldest college graduate in America.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Does Authenticity Mean To You?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.ning.com/forum/topics/what-does-authenticity-mean-to]]></link><description><![CDATA[I have authenticity on the brain right now. My friend, Mike Robbins, has a new book out called, "Be Yourself. Eveyone Else Is Already Taken." It's a great guide in figuring out who you really are, what you really want and how to go get it. So that makes me wonder, do you have any stories of success or struggles in claiming who you really are?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Living An Authentic Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/blogarchive/blog_090515_living_an_authentic_life.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[My friend Mike Robbins has a new book out that shows you how to figure out who you really are, what you really want, and how to go get it.  Here's a chance to see what it's like when I hang out with one of my inspiring friends.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Injured Marine's Wife Pays It Forward]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090515_marine_wife_pays_it_forward.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Tonia Sargent's life changed when her husband was shot in the head while serving in Iraq.  Not only did Tonia refuse to give up on him, she's also on a mission to help other marines and families in need.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gardens Of Gratitude]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_090514_gardens_of_gratitude.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Grab a shovel and some seeds and become part of a very fun vegetable gardening movement.  Plant a garden and give away the extras.  Check out this story for a personal tour of my own first attempt at vegetable gardening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rescued Dog Fosters More Than 50 Abandoned Animals]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090514_rescued_dog_fosters_animals.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jasmine the rescued greyhound must've been taking notes when she was nursed back to health in English animal shelter.  She's become the natural mama to an incredible menagerie of other animals as their brought in for lifesaving TLC.  A wonderful love story.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ann's Classroom For Her Sons]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_081103_annsclassroom.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Experience one woman's amazing classroom for her sons.  Ann O'Shaunessy had some big lessons to pass along to her sons. And nothing was going to get in her way of delivering them.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finding Peace In Helping Others]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090513_finding_peace_in_helping_others.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[How do you dig yourself out of grief?  Marie Nevins found the answer was digging into her own pocket to help others.  A great lesson in paying it forward.  You want to feel better today about what's possible?  Watch this story.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brothers By Love]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_070524_brothersbylove.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Come experience one of my favorite love stories. One that has nothing to do with romantic love.  Tommy and Sharon knew they had room in their hearts for all types of kids.  That's how they've built their family, through a combination of biological and adopted children.  Their sons are brothers by love.  Anyone who loves family will love this story.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Far Would You Go For A Lost Friend?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090512_lost_friend.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When his buddies in his high school class found out Pat Chawki was in serious medical trouble, they rallied.  They once thought they'd lost him forever.  Now, they're determined to save his life.  Makes you think--how far would you go for that great guy you went to high school with.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Miracle Kitty Survives Arrow Through Eye]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090511_cat_survives_arrow_through_eye.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This story is all about the vision.  It all about what you choose to see and focus on.  It's either the horrendous act that happened to one unfortunate cat or the kind-hearted strangers that came to the aid of a kitty will a fighting spirit and will to live.  Meet Precious Angel.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sister Act Does Good]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_070601_jonnieandbrookie.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Meet Jonnie and Brookie Allen. They are a teen sister act recently discovered by Radio Disney.  They're singing their way to the top by doing good works.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rescued Rooster Turns Activist]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090508_rooster_activist.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Mr. Clucky is one of the most famous residents along Miami's South Beach.  Mark Buckley found the injured bird tossed in some bushes a few years ago.  He nursed him back to health. Now the pair or inseparable on the bike path and fighting for their favorite causes]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harley, The Hardware Store Dog]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_070105_harleyhardwaredog.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Time to head to the local fix-it shop where of course they have paint, tools, and nails.  But something tells me your local shop doesn't have a dog like Harley.  He's one of the most helpful clerks around]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog Saves Man From Mt. Lion!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090607_dog_saves_from_mountain_lion.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A Southern California dog named Hoagie is being called a hero today.  He stepped in to save his owner from a mountain lion attack while the family was hiking through a canyon.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Molly, The 3-Legged Pony]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_080618_mollythepony.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Let's keep the theme of inspiring animal stories going here, since they are among the most popular on DarynKagan.com.  Meet Molly, the pony making her way on 3-legs.  This is one of the most requested stories ever on the website.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harmonica Man Spends Drug Money On Kids' Instruments]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_090506_harmonica.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[After nine heart surgeries, "Harmonica Man" Andy Mackie stopped his prescriptions and used the money to spread the joy of music to kids. He says he feels richer inside than Bill Gates.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ugandan Kids Soar]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/kids/stories/ki_080107_ugandanchildren.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Let's keep this theme going--how music can transform lives.  This is certainly the case of an amazing group of kids growing up in a refugee camp in Northern Uganda.  Somehow, they believed they could win a national music competition even when few others shared their faith.  Get ready for your heart to soar along with the kids' journey.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Jordan Says Failure Is His Secret ]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_090505_michaeljordan.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is not so much a story, as a thought.  Michael Jordan shares his thoughts on failing.  Turns out one of the best athletes ever has done it quite a bit.  According to MJ, that's a good thing!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[One Young Man's Amazing Second Chance]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_070320_secondchancezingo.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[We've been talking a lot about second chances around here this last week. Here's a story about a young man who made a terrible choice, but is doing amazing things with an incredible second chance.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Great Pick-Me-Up]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_090504_playingforchange.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Get ready for a total mood lifter as street musicians around the world play "Stand By Me." My words don't do justice to the feeling you get when you watch. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Singer Rings In Inspiration; Overcomes Brain Injury]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/celebrities/stories/ce_071112_vincebell.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Let's keep theme going with inspirational music stories.  Vince Bell was one of the most promising folk singers of the '70's and '80's when a car accident changed his life and journey forever.  This is a great story for anyone facing brain injury, or a very long road back to reclaim their life.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Potty Training Kitty]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_070213_pottytrainkitty.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Yes, it's possible to potty train your cat.  I pull out a DarynKagan.com classic to show you how.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[America's Oldest Man Keeps Rolling]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_090429_oldestman.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You can only imagine the many obstacles Walter Breuning has overcome in his life.  He is, after all, 112 years old!  He was doing fine until CBS reporter Steve Hartman came along.  Then things got a little hairy.  Click over to be charmed and smile.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jimmy Buffet's Guitar Player Has Another Life]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_070420_unclejimrocks.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Come with me behind the scenes of Jimmy Buffet's band.  His bass guitarist, Jim Mayer, has a whole other life that is sure to thrill your kids!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mom's Biz Dream Comes True After 17 Years]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090428_sauces.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is for all of you budding entrepreneurs out there, especially you moms who just know you have a great business idea.  Here's one mom who kept stirring her dreams for 17 years and she's now made it!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Divinity Of Second Chances]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_090427_secondchances.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Let me introduce you to novelist Kaya McLaren.  Talk about one amazing woman who teaches, loves dogs, and above all is a superstar novelist.  Her new book comes out this week.  It's all about second chances.  Who wouldn't like one of those? ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrating A Miraculous Second Chance 68 Years Later]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Hans Salomon and Tracy Strong reunite seven decades after Strong gave his friend the ultimate second chance: an escape from the Nazis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iraq's Illiterate Women Learning To Read]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_090424_iraqwomen.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A wonderful opportunity is coming to illiterate women in Iraq.  Not only are they learning to read, they're getting paid to come to classes]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[19-Year-Old Store Keeper Connects Customers With Home]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090424_ukrainestore.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You'll find a little piece of the Ukraine in Wichita, KS, of all places.  19-year-old Dmitriy Demchuk saw a business opportunity--connecting Russian immigrants with a taste of home]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building A Face From Scratch]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[After living 10 years with only half a face, a California man is whole again thanks to the extraordinary work of a team of doctors and a Hollywood special effects artist.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baddest Dude Security Guard Wears Pink]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090422_pinkguard.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jeff Henderson is one of the toughest security guards at Arkansas City High School in Kansas. He also loves pink. Here's a great story for anyone who knows what it is to dance, or dress to the beat of your own drum.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baby Kangaroo Gets A Second Chance]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090421_babykangaroo.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Baby Joeys are supposed to stay in their mother's pouch for several months. See how one zoo in Bosnia is stepping up to help a baby kangaroo who came hopping out way too soon. It's taking an international effort to come to the rescue of one cute little guy. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tower Of Hope Matches Dogs and Heroes]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090420_towerofhope.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ Cathy Carrilli lost her husband on 9/11.  As she grieved she came to realize she had the power to define his legacy and sure wasn't going to be sadness.  Check out magic Cathy is creating for some special veterans and their new dogs.  Oh, did I mention on her way to helping others, Cathy found love once again.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Most Inspiring Man On The PGA Tour!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_080919_PGAinspiration.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's the time of year when golfers are getting geared up--hitting the greens and watching their favorite players on TV.  I have the opportunity to introduce to one of the most inspiring men to walk a PGA course, and no, his name isn't Tiger.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Never Too Late To Come Of Age]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/over60/stories/os_090417_batmitzvah.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Come meet a group of women who would never say, "At my age???"  No, these 90-somethings in Cleveland decided to do something that some girls do at 13. Get ready to smile and cheer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last Chance Corral]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_070327_lastchancecorral.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Since we're right around the corner from some of the most prestigious horse races of the year, I thought it would be a perfect time to visit the Last Chance Corral, a champion shelter that saves horses with love and dedication.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Painter Born With No Eyes Defies Scientists]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_090416_noeyes.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Well, go figure.  Esref Armagan wasn't supposed to be able to do this! Become a master painter.  At least, that's what scientists would tell you.  After all, Esref was born with no eyes.  I invite you to come meet a man who has greater vision than many sighted people and a man who is changing everything scientists previously believed about sight.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carve Your Own Road]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_071030_inspiringentrepreneurs.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[While we're at this business of shaking up the daily commute, I have a great story for anyone who feels like their job or their life is stuck in a rut.  Meet Jennifer and Joe Remling, the husband/wife team who packed up their lives in an Airstream trailer and figured out how to carve their own road.  They say you can do the same thing, too!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dancers Hijack Train Station]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_090415_dancers.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is a perfect clip to watch to shake up your day if your routine is starting to feel a bit stale.  Check out what happened at a train station in Antwerp, Belgium.  It appeared to be just another gray day commute.  That is, until 200 dancers took over and spread joy to unsuspecting commuters.  Get ready to smile. Thanks to Clare Sedlacek for sending this one along!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man In Wheelchair Gives Away 1,000  Wheelchairs!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_080819_wheelchair.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Frances Muganwe will never forget the feeling of getting to sit in his first wheelchair.  He had to wait 8 years from the time he could no longer walk.  It was such a joy to be mobile again, he keeps reliving that moment by creating the same opportunity for others in his native country of Uganda.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[One Man's Eyesore Is Another's Huge Opportunity To Help]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090414_teachermecca.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Most people in Baltimore saw a crumbling old building.  Donald and Thibault Manekin saw a huge opportunity to help.  They are a father-son developer team who took a 135-year-old building and have turned it into a mecca for teachers.  Talk about "What's Possible!"]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heart To Heart Love Story]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/love/stories/lv_080623_heart2heart.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Story For Anyone Who Has Ever Felt Laughed At]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/artists/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is the segment for you.  It comes from the TV show, "Britains Got Talent." 47--year-old Susan Boyle was the laughing stock of the judges' panel and the entire audience.  Then, she opened her mouth to sing.  And Wow! Anyone who has ever judged on appearance or felt like they've been judged.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Growing Power!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_080929_growingpower.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Who says folks in the inner city shouldn't have access to fresh healthy vegetables and fruit?  Not Will Allen.  He's in charge of Growing Power, a non-profit that teaches people how to grow their own food and provides fresh food to lower income customers.  He's making an impact from his local community all the way to the international community.  Talk about What's Possible!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rescued Sea Turtle Gets Assist From Wet Suit Flipper]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090410_seaturtle.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Allison is rescued sea turtle who apparently had an unfortunate encounter with a shark. That left her with only one flipper, but Allison is swimming again thanks to a special wet suit and one enterprising young person.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Search The Internet; Help Your Favorite Charity]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_070103_goodsearch.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[GoodSearch.com is an amazing tool that lets you search online and raise money for your favorite charity all at the same time.  Meet the wonderful brother-sister team who created it as a tribute to their mother.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Walks Again; Creates Robot For Wheelchair Users]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090408_robot.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[There are so many wonderful aspects to Monty Reed's story.  There's hope where doctors said there shouldn't be any.  There's inspiration to help others.  There's creativity in seeing robot parts out of left over toys.  And there's attracting the people you need when it would appear you don't have the skills to make your dream come true.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Power Of A Single Gift]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_080519_photographyforafrica.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Wedding photographer Annette Biggers thought that old camera in the back of her closet was close to a piece of trash.  That is until she donated it to a preacher who took it to Africa.  Come hear a story that shows the power of a single gift.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strangers Spread Random Acts Of Kindness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090407_randomactsofkindess.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Are you feeling less powerful during challenging times?  Check out how two anonymous women in Grand Rapids, MI became very powerful simply by spreading a little kindness.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free Breakfast For You, As One Restaurant Chain Discovers Kindness!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090406_dennys.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Denny's had a business and marketing problem.  They needed something drastic.  How about a kind gesture of giving away millions of free breakfasts? It has changed the company.  They're about to do it again this week.  Get the scoop and the behind the scenes story of Denny's discovered kindness and the bottom line work very well together. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your Kid Can Help Stop A Killer]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090403_darius2.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[There's a movement taking place at schools across the country.  Kids are standing up to stop the #1 genetic killer of kids, muscular dystrophy.  The campaign centers around one of the most inspiring young people I've ever introduced you to.  Darius Weems is on the road on the adventure of a lifetime.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Memory Project]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_07097_memoryproject.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's something so simple we take for granted--having images that capture moments of our childhood.  Ben Schumacher realized that a lot of orphans grow up without that.  He set out to change that by creating The Memory Project.  See how American high school students are putting smiles on the faces of kids thousands of miles away.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trauma Surgeon Helps Break Cycle of Violence]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090402_surgeonhero.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Dr. Carnell Cooper is in the kind of business where he doesn't like to get repeat customers.  He's a trauma surgeon who finds he sees too many young men from lower income neighborhoods.  Dr. Cooper was once one of those young men.  He's stepping up to help break the cycle of violence.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Unlikely Lavender Queen]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/artists/stories/ar_081020_lavenderqueen.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This story is for anyone who is shaking their head saying, "This isn't the life that I planned!" Here's a story that helps us all celebrate the life that showed up.  A lesson in blossoming from the Unlikely Lavender Queen.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen Finds His Own Family]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/love/stories/lv_090401_teenfindsfamily.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Alex Chivescu was in a tough spot for a 17-year-old boy.  He needed to find a family.  Not just any family, but a special one who would take him in and give him a home.  It's a task you wouldn't wish on any kid, but I have to hand it to Alex for creating what he was seeking.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's Never Too Late For Wishes To Come True]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_070824_twilightwishes.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Come along as a 100-year-old woman gets her wish-riding in the side car of motorcycle.  Another woman wants to ride the Goodyear blimp.  Another simply wishes for new carpet.  That's fine.  No wish is too big or too small for the Twilight Wish Foundation which is all about making seniors' wishes come true.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Denny's Gives Away 2 Million Breakfasts For Free!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090331_dennys.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[There's a kindness revolution taking over American businesses, at least the ones who want to be successful.  Denny's gives away 2 million breakfasts.  They're going to do it again and that's just the beginning.  Salons, yoga studios are also getting in on the acts of kindness.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alligator Falls In Love With Garbage Truck]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090330_alligator.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You know what they say, "There's no accounting for taste when it comes to falling in love." Attitude The Alligator will second that. She's got it bad for the the local garbage truck.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grandma Of Four Climbs Mt. Everest]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_090327_mteverest.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Before you get images of rocking chairs and gray hair tied back in a bun, you have to meet Nancy Norris. Yes, she's proudly 65 and grandmother of four, but I think more Bo Derek when I see her than Granny on the Beverly Hillbillies. She's making her way to Base Camp as we speak. I had a chance to talk with her before she took off to make history.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Goes From Military Contractor To Humanitarian]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_090323_military.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Brad Blauser headed to Iraq to work with a military contractor.  Along the way he discovered his real mission--helping some very special Iraqi children.  Now he's making miracles happen all over Iraq with a big assist from the Multi-National Division Baghdad.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Basketball Player Is True Winner]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_090323_bball.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[With the NCAA basketball tournament in full-swing, I thought you might like to meet a hoops player who truly inspires.  So, if you don't get the whole bracket-mania or can't get enough of the tournament, you surely will enjoy the time getting to know Jimmy Albright.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mannequin Madness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090320_mannequinmadness.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Hey, crafters! Here's a great story that shows you favorite hobby could just lead to a business that helps the environment.  What started as a crafty idea led to a business for Judi Townsend after she lost her job post-9/11.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Optimists On CBS News]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090320_optimists.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Apparently, CBS News was shocked to find out there are some folks who choose to have a positive attitude.  Steve Hartman set out to find these Americans like they were some strange, rare virus.  What he found might just be a cure for what ails America.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bluesy Love Story]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090319_bluseylovestory.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Our friend, Larry Hatteberg does it again.  He starts telling us a wonderful story about a blues guitarist and takes a turn with a beautiful love story.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chef Gives Up Top Restaurants For Shelter Work]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Chef Timothy Tucker has tasted the good life working in 5-star restaurant and top hotels.  But he wanted work that mattered.  So he now runs the kitchen at the Salvation Army in Louisville, KY.  They serve 100's of meals a day using all fresh food and trains folks looking for work how to work in food and service business.  Tucker believes hope can change lives.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vets Soar On Skis]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_080326_vetsonskis.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I can't believe it's been about a year since I had the awesome experience of skiing with the hero veterans in Sun Valley, ID.  As a tribute to them, I want to share the story of how they took to the mountain and show us all how to soar..]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighter Is A Pig...Literally]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/animals/stories/an_090318_pigfirefighter.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ At the risk of sending along too many animal stories this week, I had to share this gem.  A fire station in Georgia forgoes the traditional Dalmatian.  Instead, they've adopted a little piggy as their station mascot..]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coffee, Tea, Or Crayon?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_081107_friendlyskies.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Flight attendant Jewel Van Valin has a special way of making her passengers comfortable and at ease.  She has them create art 35,000 feet up in the air.  She's creating a mile-high art gallery.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Piano Playing Cat Will Amaze You]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090317_pianocat.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You can't watch Nora, the piano playing cat and not pick up on her joy.  Well, I couldn't anyway and that's why I wanted to share with you.  Get ready to enjoy a cat who has found her bliss.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every Monday Matters]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_090316_teachermondaysmatter.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You can make Monday the best day of your week.  Every Monday Matters shows you how.  And they show us how one enterprising school teacher is making her young students love Mondays, as well.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zebras Help Traffic Crossings]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_090316_zebra.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[While the headline might've caught your attention, wait until you see the video.  It's not what you expect, but a rather creative and inspiring idea from Bolivia]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boss Gives Bonuses Instead Of Pink Slips]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090312_2dollarbills.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The staff at Danny Cottrell's pharmacy in Brewton, Alabama sure did get nervous when he called a mandatory meeting.  Little did they know he was about to hand out thousands of dollars in cash.  There were a couple of strings attached.  Together, they were going to give back and stimulate their small town's economy.  Good stuff.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hope For Henry]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_081029_henrysgifts.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Henry Goldberg's parents find themselves on a very special mission.  They're all about putting smiles on the faces of some great kids.  It's just about passing along the smiles that Henry brought to them.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Random Kindness Campaign Saves Struggling Business]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090311_qcafe.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The Q Cafe in St. Paul, Minnesota was having a very tough time.  Things were so bad the owner couldn't even find a buyer.  That's when Lisa Cotter Metwaly stepped in and implemented a whole new business plan based on random acts of kindness.  Now business is booming again at the Q Kindness Cafe.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cafe Serves Haves & Have Nots]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090310_samecafe.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Brad and Lily Berkey run a wonderful place called "Same Cafe" in Denver, Colorado.  Some people can pay for their food;  some people work for what they eat.  Doesn't matter.  They are all served "the same."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A True Buddy]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090310_truebuddy.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Buddy Shannon saw a growing problem in his hometown of Wichita, Kansas.  More and more young men were joining gangs.  Rather than just shake his head, Buddy decided to do something about that.  Here's a hero and a buddy to at risk boys.  The story comes from our friend, Larry Hatteberg at KAKE-TV.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Migrant Worker To Inspiring Doctor]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090309_workertodoctor.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Dr. Catherine Flores comes from the toughest of backgrounds.  Her family worked as migrant farm workers.  She put herself through college and medical school.  Now she's the driving force behind making sure hundreds of underprivileged kids get the same opportunity.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Better Time To Give]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/blogarchive/blog_090306_nobettertimetogive.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The economy stinks.  No one has any money.  You hear that drone all day long.  I'd like to suggest there is no better time to give.  You think I'm nuts?  I make my case in this blogideo and give you some great examples of folks who started their great works when they appeared to have no resources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Story To Warm Your Heart]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_090306_warmcookies.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[11-year-old Aaron Ware had the saddest of challenges, facing the death of his twin brother.  His pediatrician came up with an usual prescription as she sent him into the kitchen.  See how warm cookies warmed this young man's heart.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baby Giraffe Nursed Back To Health]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/animals/stories/an_090305_babygiraffe.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You know this story is going to have one big bottle!  That's certainly what was needed when Molly the baby giraffe.  Her mother wasn't producing enough milk when she was born at the Southwicke Zoo in Massachusettes. Not to worry, some big animal experts are sticking their necks out to save the day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Craig's List Kidney Donor]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090304_craigslist.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When Dan Flood found out he needed a kidney transplant, his daughters took matters into their own hands.  None of them were a match so they set out to find a donor on Craig's List!  They figured they'd found lots of other things there, why not a lifesaver for their dad.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Banking CEO With A Conscience]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Tired of all the stories about greedy bank executives?  Then, you need to hear Leonard Abbess' story.  This is the guy President Obama invited to be a guest at his speech to Congress last week.  When Abbess cashed out of his company, he shared $60 million profit with his employees.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HS Teacher Dreams Come True]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_090303_teachersdreams.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Charles Best was like a lot of public school teachers out there.  He had wonderful ideas of projects and experiences he wanted to do with his high school students.  Of course, there was no money in the budget to make that happen.  Instead of just griping about it, Best came up with the best idea--a website where donors could give as little as $1.  Now teachers and students across America are using DonorsChoose.org to help take their school experience to the next step.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Website Skips Commercial; Gives Out Cash Instead]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_090303_websitebailout.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's a novel idea, a new website looking for promotion decides to get in the spirit of the bailout and give cash to everyday folks who need it..]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A True Dance Champion]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_070715_dancingoutofdark.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[One of my favorite shows, Dancing With The Stars, begins tonight.  It's fun to watch the celebrities progress and the professional dancers wow us.  But in terms of "Wow" factor, there is no one greater than George Velasquez who taught himself to dance again when most people thought his ballroom days were over.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Desperate Housewives Star Is Living Second Act Dream]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/celebrities/stories/ce_090302_desperatehousewives.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Kathryn Joosten.  You might not know the name, but you know the face.  She stars as nosy neighbor, Mrs. McCluskey, on the hit show, Desperate Housewives.  You probably also don't know that she didn't start acting until she was 42!  Joosten was struggling through a difficult divorce.  As a single mom, she found community theatre was a daycare option for her kids.  She signed them up and soon followed herself.  It took some years and determination, but eventually, a star was born!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lose Weight With The Whole World]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_080708_fitnesschallenge.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[66-year-old Carole Carson might be just about the last person you expect to be leading a worldwide health and fitness movement.  She would agree!  Her journey started with wanted to lose some extra pounds herself and a very embarrassing moment on the front page of her hometown newspaper.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former CNN Anchor Finds Love And A Miracle]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I just had to bring you up to date on my friend and former CNN colleague, Carol Lin.  She has found love and a great guy after living through a heart-shattering tragedy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Susan Snaps]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_070430_susansaps.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Laura and Susan Stachler are a mother-daughter team who know cookies.  Unfortunately, they also know cancer.  It has struck their family too many times.  The Stachlers are fighting back with this innovative cookie company and the sweet story of triumph and survival.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tiger Cub Saved In Jerusalem]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090226_tigercub.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A face too cute too resist saved the life of a newborn Tiger cub at Jerusalem's Biblical Zoo.  He's now getting the best TLC as he beats the odds against surviving in his young life.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blindsight Inspires]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_080303_blindsight.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Come along for an amazing adventure that is truly the blind leading the blind. Mountain climber Erik Weihenmayer lost his sight when he was 13.  It's also about the time he gained his vision.  He's a leader around the world.  He recently led a group of teenagers and their teacher on an expedition through the Himalayas.  Oh, by the way, the kids and their teacher are blind, as well.  Come along, as they see things, a sighted person would miss.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iraq War Vet Is Now Soap Star]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/celebrities/stories/ce_090225_iraqsoapstar.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[J.R. Martinez suffered severe burns while serving in Iraq.  The injuries changed his appearance and his life course beyond anything he could ever imagine.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cat Is Professional Photographer]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090224_catphotographer.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It started as a whim.  Michael and Deidre Cross wanted to see where their cat went all day while they were at work.  So, they attached a small digital camera to Cooper the cat's collar.  The Cross' were in for many surprises including finding out that their cat creates incredible images.  Cooper even now has his own gallery showing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fierce HS Basketball Rivals Show True Sportsmanship]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.demo.nimbussoftware.com/sports/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The Milwaukee Madison Knights have a fierce rivalry with the high school from Dekalb, Illinois.  That makes the gesture of friendship and support which took place in their recent game all the more remarkable.  Have a Kleenex ready as you check out this story.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jilted Bride Triumphs Over Rejection]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_090223_jiltedbride.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Kimberley Kennedy looked like she had it all: a high profile news career and the man of her dreams.  It all came crashing down when she was left at the altar.  Now, Kimberley shares her story about a very public rejection and putting the pieces of her life and heart back together.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man's Best Friend Is A Goose]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Check out this wonderfully sweet friendship between a man and the pet he knew he had to set free.  It shows love goes on even after you let go.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Overflowing Garden And Heart]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_080818_garden.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This one goes out to all you gardeners out there who are chomping at the bit to get those springtime veggies going. You're almost there. Here's a story of one man's garden and heart who have found their purpose.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marine Pen Pal Inspires Little Boy]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_090218_marinepenpal.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[8-year-old Jacob Poehls was struggling in school and very shy. His world opened up when US Marine Balthazar Pineda became his pen pal from Iraq. I love this story because it shows the power of one person to make a huge difference in the world. I will warn you--I need a hanky for some happy tears. Enjoy!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mom Quits Career To Play Rock Music]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_090216_funkymama.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Krista Eyler was living a fine life as a television reporter. Unfortunately, it wasn't her passion.  That lay in being a mom and playing rock music.  You'll see what Krista did about that as you meet "Funky Mama!"]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boys Find Missing Ring Of 94-Year-Old Man]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Two Texas brothers were eager to try out their new metal detector on the local playground. Little did they realize they would find a class ring that 94-year-old Franklin Weeks has been missing for years. But would the boys return the ring or sell it to a local shop?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walk For Brothers]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_061204_hikingforbrothers.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jeff Alt likes to walk--a lot! Find out how he and his wife have taken their passion for walking around the world, all as a tribute to their special brothers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can A CEO Be Inspiring?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_090216_japanCEO.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Just when you think you've heard all the outrageous news about CEO's wasting company money, how about one who takes the city bus to work and gave up his office?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ESPN Host Survives Cancer Twice]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/celebrities/stories/ce_090213_espn.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[John Kincade has won the kind of lottery you don't want to enter. He was diagnosed with cancer not once, but twice in a 14-month span. Doctors told him both cases were unrelated. As a survivor, John can now say he needed both experiences to wake up, go for his dreams, and live the kind of life he always dreamed of.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adopted Daughter's Search Leads To Big Surprise]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090212_adopteddaughter.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When Holly Shay set out to find her biological parents she hoped she would find some answers. What she never expected--her birth parents were married to each other! The discovery also brought new siblings and big insights into the love of both her mothers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lavender Enlightens]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_080730_lavender.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Vicky Rathje was living a very stressful, Type A, hustle and bustle kind of life.  That is, until she literally got hit over the head.  A brain injury changed Vicky's life, outlook, and career forever.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Comedian Laughs His Way To 162 Lb Weight Loss]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_090210_comedian.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When comedian Van Cora weighed 335 pounds he worked his obesity into his comedy routine.  Inside, though, he was miserable and decided to do something about it.  162 fewer pounds later he's laughing all the way to improved heath, esteem and his first girlfriend.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ A Better Way To Find Lost Dogs]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_070717_fidofinder.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[That's what a computer programmer in Texas figured.  There had to be a better way than just posting a flyer on a telephone pole.   Now he's in the business of creating happy endings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog Makes Good On Shoplifting Charge]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090209_shopliftingdog.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[One family had to face the music when a security camera caught their dog shoplifting a bone from a store miles away from their home.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young Woman Helps Nest Developing Artists]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_070702_buildanest.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Rebecca Kousky had a challenge--two passions that seemed to contradict each other.  She had a strong desire to improve the world as a social worker.  She also loved fashion and design.  Leave it to the resourceful 20-something to figure out how to combine the two, making her happy and helping women in developing countries.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog Adopts Monkey]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090206_dogadoptsmonkey.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It all started when a man in Northern India found a baby monkey by the side of the road whose parents had been killed.  He brought the monkey home.  Once monkey and the man's dog saw each other, they knew exactly what to do.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen Sees The Special In Autistic Brother]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_080505_specialpeoplehelpingothers.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Zach Peskin always saw something special in his older brother.  The 17-year-old saw that his brother gets much joy in helping others.  So, Zach set out to help his brothers and others do just that.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Amazing Adventures Of Diet Girl]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_090205_dietgirl.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Shauna Reid woke up in 2001 weighing 351 lbs.  She knew it was time to drop the extra weight.  She knew she'd need help and moral support.  So, she started blogging about her journey.  Now, half her body weight is gone and her blog has a world-wide following.  She shares her story in a new book.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pay Love Forward]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_080201_payloveforward.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[We're getting close to Valentine's Day.  Here's a great way you can pay love forward for anyone who is special in your heart.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy Fights City Council For Hedgehog]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_090204_hedgehog.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Judson King had kind of a wild idea.  He wanted to get a hedgehog for a pet.  First he had to get through two big barriers:  his mom and City Hall.  Watch how a 10-year-old fights to change local laws and his mom's opinion.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eyes On Africa]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_070117_eyes.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's possible your whole life purpose can change with a single vacation.  That's what retired school teacher Sherry Grigsby found out with a trip to Africa.  While chatting with a woman on the roadside, she let her borrow her reading glasses.  Sherry instantly saw what a difference a pair of glasses can make.  Thousands of pairs of glasses later, Grigsby still has her eyes on Africa.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Generous EBay Bidder Says, "Keep Your Stuff"			]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Gregg and Brittiny Peters have three kids, each with challenging medical conditions.  With mounting bills, they decided to gather all their household items and sell everything they own on eBay.  They last thing they expected---the winning bidders are telling them, "Take our money; keep your stuff."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ozzie The Hero Dog]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_080416_ozzieinbook.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[In my world, there's no better way to start a week than with an animal story that warms your heart.  Meet Ozzie, who not only saved his human's life, he brought along a lesson in the goodness of strangers..]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birth Mom Finds Son Through Facebook]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090202_facebook.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Lori Haas searched online for months.  She was looking for the son she gave up for adoption more than 20 years ago.  Just when she was about to give up, she used Facebook.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[3x Cancer Survivor Soars]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_080828_3xcancersurvivor.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Topher Payne faced down cancer three-times and that was just before he turned 28!  That's just the beginning of Topher's Story as he's also an accomplished play write, actor, and author.  Talk about a full life!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 3 Cups Of Tea Author  Has A New Book]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_090123_3cupsoftea.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Greg Mortenson thrilled readers with his first book, "Three Cups of Tea," the story of surviving a horrendous mountain climbing accident and his vow to go on and build more than 50 schools for impoverished girls in Central Asia.  Now, he's come out with a children's version.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Sister By Love]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_080813_bigsister.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I saw from my recent trip to Africa that there are all sorts of ways to help young girls make their way in the world.  Miriam Mills has known that for a long time.  See what it takes to become Big Sister Of The Year and the little sister who makes it all worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tough NYC Bikers Save Animals]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090122_rescueink.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[They look as tough and tattooed as any biker group you've ever seen.  But this group of angels has a very soft spot in their hearts for saving animals, no matter what it takes.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daryn Dedicates A Story]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_061116_flashesofhope.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[ I dedicate a story today to a very special woman who was key to helping us put together one of the first and best stories ever here on DarynKagan.com.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's Not Too Late For A Secret Santa To Make You Smile]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090121_secretsanta.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Wearing white shoes after Labor Day? Running a Christmas related story late into January?  Huge seasonal infractions?  Perhaps.  But I bet you give me a pass after you watch this story and expand your heart.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daryn Thinks Bigger Than Just Obama]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/blogarchive/blog_090120_inauguration.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Today's inauguration has me thinking about we handle something pretty incredible in this country.  It's different than just about anywhere else in the world and I wanted to share it with you]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[5th Grade Reporter Covers Inauguration]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_090120_inauguration.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Just when you might think you can't listen to another talking head give his or her perspective on today's festivities, here's a new set of eyes through which you can see the event.  5th grade reporter Damon Weaver is in Washington, DC.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daryn Delights In Traditional Media Telling A Positive Story]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/blogarchive/blog_090119_postivestory.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[How remarkable was that?  Not only the miracle of US Air Flight 1549, but the traditional media tripping over themselves as they tried to tell a positive story.  It wasn't easy for all concerned.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dreams Come True]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You've heard of Make-A-Wish making dreams come true for ailing children for years.  But what about grown-ups?  They have dreams, too.  Now, The Dream Foundation is doing just that including making sure that one young woman gets the wedding she always hoped for.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pregnant Bellies Become Works Of Art]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_080114_pregnantbellies.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Tisha DeShields is a mom of four.  She loved being pregnant so much that she wanted to figure out how to have a keepsake of the experience.  Her dream is turning pregnant bellies into  works of art around the world.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shoe Shiner Turns International Philanthropist]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_090116_shoeshiner.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Leon McLaughlin earns his living shining shoes in Seattle.  Thousands of miles away in Bolivia, he's saving lives by making clean water possible.  It's a great example of the power of one man to make a difference right now.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Couple Marries In Taco Bell]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_090115_tacobell.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[There really is no end to the bad puns you could make about this story, such as, "and you thought the honeymoon was hot and spicy!" Groan. I know. I thought I would share this one for all recent and upcoming brides to show there is a simpler way, maybe not your first choice, but a simple way.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adopt A Shelter Pet For Free]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Shelters across America are pulling out all the stops next week--including giving pets to some adopters at no charge.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stand-Up Healing]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_070323_standuphealing.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[They say humor can be the best medicine.  That's what Jim Gilson found out.  Get ready to laugh as you see how he took his near-death experience and turned it into a stand-up comedy routine.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Misfit Gorillas Find Refuge In Georgia ]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Think Gorilla refuge and you might think somewhere far away like the Congo.  Actually, a wonderful group of gorillas are finding peace at last with a dedicated couple of humans in the North Georgia Mountains.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazing Swimmer Inspires]]></title><link><![CDATA[Karen Gaffney is swimming her way around the world showing the world what's possible. The fact that this amazing 30-year-old woman has Down Syndrome is just an interesting detail to her magnificent journey.]]></link><description><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_080123_swimminglessons.html]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oddest Animal Friends Will Make Your Day]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090113_elephantanddog.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I've had so many requests to post this story. When you watch, you will see why. Did you hear the one about the elephant and the dog that became the best of friends? You are about to. And you are about to smile and warm your heart.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Runner Gets Homeless Back On Their Feet]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_090112_runner.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This story speaks to me on so many levels.  Running happens to be my drug of choice, so is helping others.  I love what Anne Mahlum of Philadelphia has created.  Lace up your shoes and see What's Possible!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daryn's Happy Tears]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_090109_africapt5.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[How do you wrap up an amazing 2-week visit to Kenya?  How do you say, "Goodbye," to an amazing group of girls who have lost their parents to HIV/AIDS?  Leave it to the girls to know what to do--sending me off with a wonderful dinner, song, and gifts.  What did I leave them?  A big ol'blubbering mess of tears.  But as I assured the girls, they were happy tears.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cheering For The Other Team]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[As long as we have the tears working, keep those tissues handy for this Rick Reilly classic. He has the story of a group of parents who decided to root for the kids playing against their own kids in a high school football game. Why would they ever do that? How about for the simple reason to make a kid feel like he matters.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Favorite Africa Memories]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_090108_africapt4.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[My giraffe encounter was just the beginning.  I can't resist sharing with you the precious moments I experienced with the girls of Hekima Place in Kenya.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free Health Care Clinic Runs On Kindness]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[200 volunteers in a tiny Arkansas town have gathered together to make sure their uninsured neighbors get top quality health care.  Not a single one, including the doctor receives a dime.  Clinic founder Dr. Dan Bell says, "I guess the surprising thing is I've never had anyone say, 'no,' to everything I've asked for."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Precious Girls Celebrate Christmas Day In Kenya]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_090106_africapt2.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Watch this story to see how special Christmas morning can truly be.  When a child is surrounded by a new family and opens a single gift it brings a fresh perspective on the holiday, family, and love.  I'm so happy to share this experience with you from my recent trip to Kenya.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marines Buy Cows For Iraqi Widows]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/world/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Meet the newest weapon in reviving a struggling economy in a war torn region: Cows.  The women of Iraq tell US Marines how they can really help. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daryn's African Adventure, Part 1]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_090105_villa.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[What's it like to go on holiday with 13 little girls in the middle of Africa?  That was the invitation I received.  Come to Kenya for two weeks for love, bonding, and celebration with the girl scholars of Hekima Place, a home for girls orphaned by HIV.  You have to see it to believe it.  Come along!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twiggy, The Water Skiing Squirrel]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_090105_twiggy.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[From the incredibly meaningful to the silly video simply meant to start your year with a smile.  See how Twiggy the squirrel learns to water ski.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Softie Here]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_081230_nosoftie.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olympic Swimmer Back In The Pool After Cancer]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[1000's Of Cats Saved]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_080811_womansavesthousandsofcats.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Legos Lead To Dream Life For Artist]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_081229_legos.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recipe for Success]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_070124_recipeforsuccess.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog Takes Bullet For Family]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_081223_dogtakesbullet.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vick-tory Dogs Get A Second Chance]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_080212_vicktorydogs.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Miracle Coma Survivor]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_081222_comasurvivor.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family Sells House; Gives Away Proceeds]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_080826_sellshouse.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here's a different twist on a real estate story for you.  An Atlanta family has made a huge decision to sell their big house, downsize, and give away proceeds to charity.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daryn Is On A Huge Journey!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/over60/stories/ov_080804_kenyanschool.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This promises to be a Christmas unlike any other--I'm headed to Africa where I will spend the holiday with a very special group of young girls.  ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Art With A Heart]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_080527_artwithaheart.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Two first cousins find a special way to help kids express themselves while in the hospital.  For one of the women, it's a chance to heal after losing her only brother on 9/11.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Math Teacher Sells Ad Space On Tests]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_081218_mathteacher.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Math teacher Tom Farber realized the numbers just didn't ad up for his classroom at San Diego's Rancho Bernardo High School.  Sorry kids, this doesn't mean the end of tests. Rather, Mr. Farber came up with a creative way to raise revenue.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wreaths Of Arlington]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_061231_wreathsofarlington.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This is one of the most requested stories in the history of DarynKagan.com.  About this time of year, wreaths start appearing on the graves of the fallen soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery. Who puts them there?  Watch this story and you'll soon know.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Standing On Principal, A Successful HS Principal]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Los Angeles city schools are struggling, but principal Stephen Strachan is managing to defy odds and turn around one of the toughest high schools in the state.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gift Any Soldier]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_070130_anysoldier.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[During this season where you might be a little frustrated with giving gifts because you are expected to, you can get real joy out of this year-round effort to send gifts and letters to US Military personnel all around the world.  It's one grateful family's way of saying, "Thanks."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Struck By Lightning: A Miraculous Recovery]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_081216_lightning.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Laura Eustermann literally doesn't know what hit her.  Witnesses can tell her it was a bolt of lightening.  Doctors can tell her it's a miracle she recovered. Indeed, she lived, she's thriving and she's sharing her story.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 5 Marathons For Maddy And More]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_080109_5marathonsformaddy.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ever wonder how much difference a single person can make in the life of one family.  A young woman named Becca Bigsby found out when she decided to run 5 marathons in honor of one special little girl.  Little did Becca know, that was just the beginning of something even bigger.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Just Try Topping These Christmas Trees]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_081215_treesfortroops.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Whether or not you've put up a tree this season, you're sure to get a smile out of these Christmas trees that are going to some special families.  Organizers call it, "Trees For Troops."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hanukkah Swings]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_071207_bigbandhanukkah.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Kenny Ellis had a challenge.  He grew up loving Christmas music, but he's Jewish.  It always bugged him that Hanukkah didn't feature the same type of catchy tunes.  So he took his love of big band music and his love a Hanukkah and created the kind of music he wanted.  After you hear Kenny's story, you'll see that no holiday music celebration is complete without this CD, no matter what faith you are.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navy Mom Surprises 8-Year-Old Son]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_081212_navymom.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Sorry, no matter what holiday gift you've picked up this shopping season, nothing is going to top the surprise gift 8-year-old Hunter Hartbarger received from his mom.  Kelly Hartbarger walked into her son's second grade classroom giving him the surprise of his life.  Warning:  This story is a 3-hankie alert.  If you want to remember what it feels like to get the best gift ever, then watch this story.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baby Bluejays Mom]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_070104_babybluejays.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Let's keep the kindness to animals theme going here with one of my all-time favorite stories.  One young Kansas woman gets an instant family when a neighbor chops down a tree.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vets Reattach Cat's Face]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_081211_catface.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Vet surgeons in Boston are the heroes here.  Edgar the cat was missing for 4 days.  When her owner found her, it appeared she had been trying to keep warm inside the hood of a car and was apparently injured by the car's fan belt.  The injury looked gruesome to the owner, but the vets say Edgar will soon be good as new.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[140 Lbs. Less; But Really So Much More]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_070309_140lbsless.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[George Roundy (yes, that's his real name!) has battled his weight his entire life.  Finally, at the age of 50, he found the key to changing things.  Some had to do with the way he looked at his extra weight.  The other key to success was focusing on others instead of himself.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Generous Company Showers Employees With Huge Bonuses]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_081210_generouscompany.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[This isn't the kind of headlines you see on the business pages these days.  All the more reason it's important to share this story.  When the Spungen family of Illinois sold their business they decided every employee would get a golden parachute.  Watch this story to share the joy and generosity of the ultimate holiday bonus.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daryn Takes You Shopping]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/blogarchive/blog_081209_shopping.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I figured you might need some inspired ideas for the special people on your holiday list.  So kick you feet up and let me do the shopping for you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rhodes Scholarship Or NFL?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_081209_rhodesscholar.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Talk about an amazing choice.  That's what Myron Rolle has before him.  I know I mentioned this star football player from Florida State in recent weeks.  Here's a chance to hear a great interview with this true student-athlete who believes anything is possible when you put your mind to it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breast Milk Saves Orphans]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_061123_breastmilkbank.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[New mom had a crazy idea--send her extra breast milk to Africa to help feed orphans.  The odds were against her pulling this off.  Yet today, that wacky idea has grown into the International Breast Milk Project, empowering thousands of American moms to do the same.  How do you take an inspired idea and bring it to life with no funds or know-how?  Jill shows you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Puppies Save Boy Lost In The Woods]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[3-year-old Jaylynn Tharpe wandered off and spent the night of freezing temperatures in the woods of Virginia.  He's home, alive and well, thanks to two devoted puppies who refused to leave his side.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Loving Gingerly]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_080206_lovinggingerly.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[In the mood for a great love story?  I have it for you.  It starts with one incredibly dedicated woman who refused to walk away from the first love of her life when he needed her most.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Catching Up With The World's Best Shoe Salesman]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_081205_shoesalesman.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Were you a fan of CBS News' Charles Kuralt?  Remember those great stories he used to do for CBS Sunday Morning.  Now, 25 years later, Steve Hartman is doing something pretty cool--he's going back and catching up with the stars of some of Kuralt's best stories.  Today he let's us know whatever happened to the world's best shoe salesman.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where Brides Go AFTER The Big Wedding]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_081204_afterwedding.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[There are a ton of communities and websites for brides when they are planning their big day, but what about AFTER the wedding?  That's what one mother-of-the-bride wondered.  When she didn't see what she wanted for her daughter, she created it herself.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grandfather Creates Web Browser For Autistic Kids]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[John LeSieur is a software designer with a special grandson.  Zachary has autism.  John created a web browser that caters to Zack's special needs and delights.  When it was a hit with Zack, John decided he had to share it with the world.  He has done just that.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince Charles Helps Find Business Bliss]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_081203_prime.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The Prince of Wales Charity is financing the entrepreneurial dreams of folks over 50.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ The Unexpected Mother: An Awesome Adoption Story]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_081203_unexpectedmother.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Beth Russell thought she was just going along with a friend to pick up the friend's baby girl in China.  Little did Beth realize she was about to become an instant mother herself!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Centerfold Saves Orphans]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/celebrities/stories/ce_080104_centerfoldsavesorphans.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Susie Krabacher has lived quite a life.  Once a Playboy Centerfold, she now has found her true purpose in life, saving and schooling thousands of Haitian orphans.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defiant Cafe Owner Reopens Restaurant in Mumbai]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/world/stories/jw_081202_mumbairestaurant.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Leopold Cafe's owner shows terrorists that he won't let them dictate how he lives.  Just days after the brutal attacks in Mumbai where this cafe was the first target, the owner decides it's time to open doors again for business.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daryn Opens Up About Losing Her Job]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/blogarchive/blog_080417_blogideo2.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I know a lot of folks are facing losing their job right now.  Trust me, I know how scary that can be.  It happened to me 2 years ago.  I would've never chosen it.  I can also tell you, it's one of the best things that ever happened to me.  I hope sharing my journey will help some of you or folks you know.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thoroughbreds Get Second Chances]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_081201_thoroughbreds.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[There is a happy ending for some race horses whose days are over.  They find TLC at a place called Lumberjack Farm.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daryn Sends Thanksgiving Greetings!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/blogarchive/blog_081127_thanksgiving.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I wanted to keep it simple today--just express thanks for all of you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oh Yeah, Even More Thanks!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/darynsblog.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I guess my video wasn't enough.  I left you another message in my blog, along with the biggest stack of Thanksgiving cards I could find.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Scoop On CNN's Hero Of The Year]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_081014_chuckoldjob.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[If you like this website, you'll like CNN's Hero Awards which will run tomorrow night on Thanksgiving.  They actually taped the show last week in Los Angeles.  I'm thrilled to find my old employer has excellent taste in heroes.  Of all the people they honor, their Hero Of The Year is someone you met here on DarynKagan.com a few months ago.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen Swimmer Is Amazing Inspiration]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_081126_paraolympics.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jessica Long's young life sounds like a TV movie of the week.  She's survived being orphaned and medical challenges.  Yet, she couldn't be a sunnier, happier personality.  She also happens to be an awesome swimmer who shows us all what's possible when you find your passion.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Best Boston Marathon Challenge]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_081125_bostonmarathon.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Kathy Braga was training for the Boston Marathon just like thousands of runners.  But Kathy's training also inspired a very fun group of seniors to get up out of their chairs and try to keep up with her.  It was all about Beating Braga to Boston.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Convict Is Now Famous Chef]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Jeff Henderson has gone from crack dealer to prison inmate to now, celebrated chef.  He has forgotten where he came from and is dedicated to helping kids.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Great Holiday Card Inspiration]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/charity/stories/ch_081124_holidaycards.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[It's possible that I you can make a huge difference just by adding one more person to your holiday card list.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[73-Year-Old Gets Shot On College Basketball Team]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_081124_basketball.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[More than 50-years ago, Ken Mink says he got a raw deal and was kicked out of college.  A half-century later, he has found a coach and a school that's giving him the chance he wanted as a young man.  If you've ever dreamed of a second chance, this story is for you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Courtly Caretaker]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_081121_courtlycaretaker.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Harold Seipel shows all of us that no job is too big or too small to make an impact on a community.  He should know.  Harold's been doing the same job for 50 years!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grandma Gives Birth To Daughter's Triplets]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/love/stories/lv_081121_grandmabirthstriplets.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[When Kim Coseno couldn't carry the baby she and her husband desperately wanted to have, her 56-year-old mother stepped in.  Little did they know, that act of generosity would lead to triplets!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Man Who Paints With His Nose]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_061114_noseforpainting.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Gille Legacy was clearly born to be a painter.  It might not have seemed like it at first, since the body he showed up in didn't seem naturally suited for such a passion.  But Gille shows all of us that there is little that can stop you when you follow the dream and talent that is in your heart.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coffee Customers Pay It Forward]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_081120_coffeecustomers.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[There's a wonderful trend happening at coffee houses all over Denver--strangers are picking up the tab for customers behind them in line.  It's more than just giving a few bucks; it's brewing an incredible feeling of goodwill over the entire city.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lady Cop Is Reading Hero]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/kids/stories/ki_070313_officersdreamcometrue.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Julia Witherspoon Birney had a big dream that has come true.  This retired inner-city Milwaukee police officer is putting books into the hands of thousands of children.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Frank The Duck]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_081119_franktheduck.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[You can't but smile as you meet and watch Frank, the duck riding in a truck through the streets of the Twin Cities.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second Chance Zingo]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/business/stories/bu_070320_secondchancezingo.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[What if you were given the most amazing gift of a second chance? That's what happened for a young man who made a terrible choice to drink and drive.  The second chance he was given and what he did with that will amaze you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[93-Year-Old Finally Finds Perfect Dance Partner]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/over60/stories/os_081118_dancepartner.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ginger Arn has always loved to dance.  Problem was she was married to a guy for over 50 years who refused to hit the dance floor.  When he died, she headed to her local dance hall and found the love of her life.  If you want to smile and warm your heart, you have to watch this story.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Million Calorie March]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/overcoming/stories/ov_081117_millioncaloriemarch.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[How many of us have gotten frustrated with our weight?  Meet Gary Marino.  When he threatened to tip the scales at 400 lbs. he literally took to the streets.  Marino vowed to walk from Florida to Boston.  It was about more than losing weight.  He wanted to help kids, as well.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turkeys-Where Are They Now?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[We're coming around the corner to Thanksgiving.  Every year the president pardons a couple of lucky birds.  So they don't end up on your dinner table, but where do turkeys go?  Now we know.  It's possible there is a happy ending for a Thanksgiving turkey.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Skinny On Skinny Songs]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/blogarchive/blog_080402_skinnysongs.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, I told you about a Silicon Valley venture capitalist who created the kind of music she wanted to inspire her weight loss.  Turns out, some people didn't think that was such a good idea.  Today, I give you my take on what I think about Skinny Songs and its creator, Heidi Roizen.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marching Band Plays Through Amazing Obstacles]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_081114_marchingband.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[The first blind marching band in the nation is taking Columbus, Ohio by storm. And, as Steve Hartman reports, one of their next stops is the Rose Parade.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inspiring Weight Loss Tunes]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/artists/stories/ar_080401_weightlosstunes.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Heidi Roizen was a Silicon Valley venture capitalist looking for inspiring music to exercise and drop those extra pounds.  When she couldn't find what she was looking for, she created it herself!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chimp Cares For Tiger Cubs]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_081113_tigercubs.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A 3-year-old chimp goes maternal helping to care for two white bengal cubs who have been separated from their mother.  This one has a big "Ahhhh!" factor!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Soul Of A Horse]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/animals/stories/an_080612_soulofahorse.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Remember those "Benji" movies? Joe Camp was the producer. Joe has a new love--horses. And a new passion---caring for them in kind, non-traditional ways. He wants all animal lovers to know the soul of a horse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A True Student Athlete Puts School Dream First]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/sports/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Florida State's Myron Rolle has quite a dilemma---to play in one of his team's biggest games of the season OR show up for his interview to become a Rhodes Scholar.  If you want to believe in the idea of a true student athlete check out Myron's choice and values.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[What A Special Group Of Vets Mean To Me]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/blogarchive/blog_080327_first.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, I shared my story about injured veterans learning to ski and regain their lives through Sun Valley Adaptive Sports.  Today, in honor of Veterans Day, I share what it meant to me to get to spend 6 days with these incredible young men.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Con Connects Kids and Prisoner Parents]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_081111_messageproject.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Carlolyn LeCroy knows what is means to be separated from your kids as you do prison time. Once she did her time, she dedicated herself to helping families stay connected despite bad choices parents might've made. She's created the Messages Project.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vets Soar On Skis]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/sports/stories/sp_080326_vetsonskis.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[In honor of the amazing men and women who give their service to the United States, we visit with some inspiring vets who are putting their lives back together with a special program in Sun Valley, ID.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Entrepreneur And Homeless Man Change Each Others Lives]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://www.darynkagan.com/heroism/stories/he_081110_entrepreneur.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Pete Kadens was on his way to yet another meeting one Chicago morning when he noticed Troy McCoullough sitting on a Chicago sidewalk.  Something brought these two men together to share their stories.  Now, they're both learning the  power anyone of us has to change one man's life.  If you ever dreamed of making a difference, this is the story for you.]]></description></item></channel></rss>
