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Judge Praises God After "Dead" Cop Wakes

The doctors told the judge that Cpl. Lucas's injuries were "not survivable". Then, God stepped in.

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We hope you had a happy Thanksgiving! While there’s no end to the things we are grateful for, we’re particularly thankful for the stories below today.

They are warm reminders of what really matters in the grand scheme of life- those we have beside us. We hope they bring as much gratitude into your day as they have ours. Enjoy! ❤️

Today's Enjoyment:

Reel of the Day: I think we can all relate to this little girl.

Trending Loveable Stories: 
• Reunion Turns Old Military Dog Into Puppy
• Judge Praises God After "Dead" Cop Wakes

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📽️ REEL OF THE DAY

I think we can all relate to this little girl! 🥰🥰

📰 LOVEABLE STORIES

Image courtesy of Shareably - FOX 13 Seattle

ANIMALS 

In a scene filled with pure emotion at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, a heartwarming reunion unfolded as Bady, a 10-year-old military K-9, joyously reunited with his beloved handler, Technical Sergeant Adamma Bilal.

The German Shepherd, who had proudly served as a patrol and explosive detection dog in South Korea, was visibly overjoyed to see Sgt. Bilal again after a painful separation. During their service together, the bond between Bady and Sgt. Bilal was unbreakable.

But duty called, and Sgt. Bilal's reassignment to Florida meant a tearful farewell. Time and distance did nothing to diminish their deep connection, which was evident in their enthusiastic reunion.

Thanks to the efforts of Mission K9 Rescue, Bady's journey to the U.S. for his well-deserved retirement was a success. The moment he saw Sgt. Bilal, Bady's disciplined demeanor melted away, replaced by the exuberant affection of a 'puppy'.

Their joyous reunion testifies to the enduring bond forged in service and companionship. Retirement for Bady means swapping his military duties for sunny days and the 'couch life' on the beach with Sgt. Bilal.

The touching video of their reunion captures this heart-stirring moment of reconnection and shows the unbreakable bond of love between a military dog and his handler.

Image courtesy of YouTube - WYFF News 4

WOW

In a dramatic twist of fate, a South Carolina traffic stop escalated into a life-and-death drama for 27-year-old deputy Cpl. Lucas Watts.

Struck by a bullet to the head, Watts' situation seemed dire, especially considering the remote location's distance from medical aid. His initial transport to a fire station and subsequent race to a Greenville hospital marked the beginning of an extraordinary survival story.

Sheriff Mike Crenshaw, describing the events, painted a grim picture of Watts' condition upon arrival at the hospital. Doctors believed his injuries were beyond recovery.

But, in a moment that can only be described as miraculous, Watts showed signs of life when his wife, Haley, touched him, shedding a tear that changed the course of his fate.

Crenshaw, deeply affected by the incident, shared this incredible tale at a church service. He spoke of witnessing a "dead man come back to life," attributing the deputy's unexpected revival to divine intervention and the power of prayer.

This sentiment resonated with listeners as they contemplated the mysterious interplay of faith and survival.

What happened next in Watts' journey is a testament to resilience and hope. As Watts continues his fight for recovery, Crenshaw's call for ongoing prayers echoes a community's united hope for his healing.

Crenshaw recalled the incredible details of this story in depth in a touching news interview just a few days ago. Our thoughts and prayers are with Cpl. Lucas Watts and his family. It's a powerful reminder of the unexpected miracles that can occur even in our darkest moments.

💭 QUOTE OF THE DAY

Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer and let faith be the bridge you build to overcome evil and welcome good.

— Maya Angelou

🗿 ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY…

Did you know on this day in history in 1971, a mysterious man known as Dan Cooper boarded Northwest Orient Airlines Flight 305? Dressed in a business suit, Cooper calmly revealed a bomb in his briefcase shortly after takeoff and demanded $200,000 and four parachutes.

Demands met, he released the passengers in Seattle before directing the crew on a new course towards Mexico City, with intricate instructions about the plane's altitude and speed.

As night fell, Cooper, now with the ransom tied around his waist, made a daring escape by parachuting into the murky depths of southwestern Washington. The plane continued to Reno, Nevada, with Cooper vanishing into the wilderness.

Despite extensive searches and a long-standing FBI investigation, Cooper's identity and fate remain shrouded in mystery. The money, largely unrecovered, makes this hijacking one of the most enigmatic, captivating unsolved cases in the annals of American crime.

Other notable events include:

  • 1849 - John Froelich is born, destined to invent the gas-powered tractor and revolutionize agriculture.

  • 1859 - Charles Darwin's "Origin of Species" debuts, flipping the script on biology with its revolutionary evolution theory.

  • 1877 - Anna Sewell sells "Black Beauty" for £40, a manuscript that soon blossoms into a timeless literary classic.

  • 1974 - The discovery of "Lucy," our 3.2-million-year-old ancestor, in Ethiopia, unravels human evolution's intriguing past.

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