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Extraordinary Acts of Courage: Selfless Courage from a True Patriot and Mountain Bike Heroes

Everyday ordinary people do extraordinary things. It doesn’t always happen in your backyard, but this time both OWN heroes shined in some of my own stomping grounds….Orange County, California and Sarasota, Florida. Eddie Peoples is a father of four boys and a Sergeant in the US Army – he knows all about chaos and control.… Read More Extraordinary Acts of Courage: Selfless Courage from a True Patriot and Mountain Bike Heroes

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Extraordinary Acts of Courage: Runaway School Bus, Subway Falls and Sisterly Love

Being present and aware is the first step in becoming a hero. In these stories, each hero was aware of their surroundings and acted with great courage to save the lives of others. The first story takes place in Georgia. While waiting for the bus for school, Anaiah Taylor became a hero. As they started… Read More Extraordinary Acts of Courage: Runaway School Bus, Subway Falls and Sisterly Love

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Extraordinary Acts of Courage: Gangs, Air Collisions and Snake Bites…Oh My!

Gangs, an Air Collision and Snake Bites…just another day for the average Joe Superhero. Once again a reminder that a hero lies within each of us. This episode began by introducing a courageous young man, Tevita Veikoso, to us all. The son of a Tongan minister, Tevita dedicated himself to his family, church and football.… Read More Extraordinary Acts of Courage: Gangs, Air Collisions and Snake Bites…Oh My!

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“Extraordinary Acts of Courage” Canceled Less Than a Month After Its Premiere?

OWN is clearly still testing the waters with the occasional flood of new shows. Once again, OWN appears to be canceling a show that very few had the opportunity to get comfy with. “Extraordinary Acts of Courage” premiered on August 3rd and may have already gotten the boot! I am not saying it was a… Read More “Extraordinary Acts of Courage” Canceled Less Than a Month After Its Premiere?