An 83 year old british gentleman arrived in Paris by plane. As he was fumbling in his bag for his passport a stern French lady asked if he had been to France before. He liked he had indeed been previously.
The lady said then you should know to have your passport out and waiting sir. The gentleman said i didn’t have to show it last time. Impossible! The woman said, you British have always had to show your passports to get through here! The man passports to get through here! The man responded by whispering, well, when i came ashore on the beach on D Day in 1944, i couldn’t find any Frenchmen to show it to!… Wear your poppy with pride.
Dad Takes Disabled Daughter to Prom, Finds $10K Check for ‘Dad of the Year’ in Mailbox Later — Story of the Day
Molly, a disabled girl mourning her mother’s death, receives a surprising visit from her estranged father, Danny, at the funeral. After years of being apart, Danny decides to take Molly home, where she struggles with her new life and feelings of inadequacy, especially when it comes to attending prom.
Feeling dejected after being turned down for a date, Molly cries alone, expressing her desire to skip the prom. In a heartwarming gesture, Danny surprises her with a beautiful dress and takes her to the prom himself. With a wheelchair in tow, he joyfully dances with her, making her feel cherished and loved.
After the prom, Danny reveals he has been working two jobs to save for Molly’s surgery, misunderstood by his ex-wife. That morning, he receives a surprise package labeled “Dad of the Year,” containing a $10,000 check from other parents who witnessed his dedication. Overwhelmed with joy, he shares the news with Molly.
Thanks to the funds, Molly undergoes successful surgery and gradually learns to walk without crutches. With their newfound bond, Danny quits his second job to spend more time with her as she prepares to leave for college. Their journey illustrates the extraordinary love of a parent, showcasing Danny as a true superhero in Molly’s life.
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