Positive People Archive
Some Things Are More Important Than Winning
April 08, 2008 | 10:04
What's more important than winning?
Life Coach
April 08, 2008 | 09:04
Penn State alumnus carries with her lessons learned from football coach, Joe Paterno
Class Act
April 01, 2008 | 08:04
It started out as a high school history project. It ended up changing our lives.
Welcome to Our New Site
March 01, 2008 | 06:03
Get an insider's look at the new features available at guidepostsmag.com
Twelve Minute Cab Ride to Penn Station
February 01, 2008 | 13:02
One passenger shares the value of generosity with a cab driver
Finding George Washington Carver
February 01, 2008 | 12:02
An encounter with this inspiring man came at just the right time.
You're Not Alone
January 01, 2008 | 13:01
Suffering from depression? Don't lose hope; treatment can help.
Sole Survivors
January 01, 2008 | 13:01
A step in the right direction: This woman is changing lives, one pair of shoes at a time.
Along Came Santa
December 01, 2007 | 09:12
When an unexpected change of plans caused a struggling mother to get stranded on Christmas Eve, an overwhelming kindness restored her faith.
Secret Santa
December 01, 2007 | 07:12
Learn how this "Secret Santa" was inspired to help the needy.
Pink Is for Hope
October 01, 2007 | 13:10
One woman finds her calling when she opens a shop for women with cancer—a place for hope and healing.
The Glory of Ruth
October 01, 2007 | 11:10
What could be more exciting than visiting Billy Graham at his farm? Getting to know his better half.
Stitch by Stitch
September 01, 2007 | 13:09
The basics of yarn-work become life lessons when seen through the eyes of this novelist and knitter.
For Ben
September 01, 2007 | 09:09
Her son died in a frat house fire that could have been prevented. How could this grieving mom make sure it never happened again?
The Letter
July 01, 2007 | 13:07
A mysterious letter from Zimbabwe sends a reluctant writer on a journey to help African orphans.
Never Too Late
June 01, 2007 | 11:06
It's never too late to fulfill a wish—how one man made others' dreams comes true.
The Good Doctor
June 01, 2007 | 07:06
For some people in Albany, New York, Bob Paeglow is a godsend.
Annie's Soldier
April 01, 2007 | 11:04
A daughter's trust in God's plan helped her mother see past her fear.
How to Help in Darfur
April 01, 2007 | 08:04
There is much work to be done in Darfur. Here are three ways to start.
Room to Grow
March 01, 2007 | 13:03
She set out to restore an old chair. She ended up restoring herself.
History Speaks
January 01, 2007 | 12:01
The night George Washington led his troops across the Delaware in 1776, there was nothing left to do but have faith.
A New Day
January 01, 2007 | 11:01
She lost her family to the brutal massacres in Rwanda, but she never lost her faith.
Trouble at the Melrose Diner
November 01, 2006 | 11:11
Thanksgiving was one of the diner's biggest days. Now a flood threatened to ruin it all.
That Championship Moment
October 01, 2006 | 08:10
Remember the web video of a kid shooting one basket after another while the fans and even the other team cheered? Meet the coach who made it happen.
All For Keith
October 01, 2006 | 07:10
Her passionate advocacy for farm safety is rooted in her own personal tragedy, and triumph.
Only Human
September 01, 2006 | 14:09
We’ve all had them—the boss from you-know-where. But can you love them anyway?
Ruth and Me
September 01, 2006 | 12:09
In September, 2006, Ruth Stafford Peale, celebrated her 100th birthday. We asked an old friend and GUIDEPOSTS colleague for his reminiscences of this amazing woman. Ruth passed on in February 2008, less than two weeks after the author of this article, Van Varner, also passed away.
Bug Busters
September 01, 2006 | 11:09
In the wake of Katrina there was an unexpected enemy—mosquitoes. And an even more surprising solution.
Tom White's Mission
August 01, 2006 | 11:08
He’d made a fortune in business—millions of dollars—and now he wanted to give it all away.
The Girl with the Apple
August 01, 2006 | 09:08
One of the most incredible love stories you’ll ever read. It began in the worst place imaginable.
Bottom of the Ninth
July 01, 2006 | 08:07
Finally I’d made a business out of what I loved—sports memorabilia. But could I make it work?
New Orleans Saint
June 01, 2006 | 12:06
Why an ex-quarterback is not about to give up on the kids of Desire Street.
The Real Deal
May 01, 2006 | 13:05
We all know that buying your dream house can sometimes turn into a nightmare. Rodney Johnson has some good advice for you.
Twin Challenge
May 01, 2006 | 11:05
After hearing an inspiring story about promoting substance-free youth, twin sisters wanted to do something positive for their town's teens.
Safe Haven
February 01, 2006 | 12:02
The Heroes of Katrina—ordinary people who did extraordinary things, like this kennel owner who protected hundreds of animals, all the while battling her own personal fight against breast cancer.
The Helicopter Pilot
February 01, 2006 | 12:02
After defending his country in Iraq, this National Guard member went to work on his home turf.
The Mailman
February 01, 2006 | 12:02
Retired NBA All-Star Karl Malone came to the rescue following Hurricane Katrina.
The Volunteer
February 01, 2006 | 12:02
A photograph of Hurricane Katrina victims banding together brought this woman to action.
Winter Dreams
February 01, 2006 | 11:02
Her sport was the long jump, her goal an Olympic medal. So how did she win gold…in the bobsled?
A Reason For Hope
January 01, 2006 | 12:01
He was a newspaperman sent to New Orleans. What happened when his faith met the facts?
My Precious City
November 01, 2005 | 11:11
New Orleans native and senior contributing editor, Colleen Hughes, describes her fear for family when the city was hit by Hurricane Katrina
A House for Katherine Red Feather
March 01, 2004 | 09:03
I couldn’t forget the headline: “Native American Elders Freeze to Death.” How could society allow that? How could I?
Rusty—He Wouldn't Face Facts
October 01, 1961 | 00:10
This 1961 story tells the story of a man named Rusty, a man who faced life—including injury and pain—with determined optimism and who was rewarded for it with startling results.
