When my mother was pregnant with me, doctors insisted I was mentally disabled and she needed an abortion. She refused, and soon gave birth to a perfect, healthy baby. Eighteen years later, I'm a straight A college student with the best mom ever. Her unconditional love, even before I was born, GMH. - GivesMeHope - FML for Optimists! (Inspiring Twitter-length Stories)

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When my mother was pregnant with me, doctors insisted I was mentally disabled and she needed an abortion. She refused, and soon gave birth to a perfect, healthy baby. Eighteen years later, I'm a straight A college student with the best mom ever. Her unconditional love, even before I was born, GMH.

Comment on #22359 (17)

Nov 3, 2009 10:22 AM by Gina, NC - True love

Hey guys, we launched a new site! KidsGiveMeHope - stories of kids doing the CUTEST things.
Let us know what you think. We love you all!
- Gaby and Emerson

*** Random KGMH Story ***

I was diagnosed as a diabetic when I was five years old.

My brother who was turning three at the time saw me cry after getting an insulin shot. He walked over to my mom and asked, 'Mom, can I have diabetes, too? I don't want her to be alone.'

My brother, now and then, GMH.

Comment on #45183 (0) - Feb 16, 2010 10:31 PM by Natalie F, Cliffside Park, NJ

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*** Random LGMH Story ***

Yesterday, I found out that I have leukemia.

Today, my girlfriend visited me. She had shaved off all her beautiful blonde hair.

When I asked why, she said, "Because I want you to know you're not going through this alone."

Her LGMH