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My story from the prison, hoping you learn from my mistakes.

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11 months ago

June 24, 2024

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I used to be a teacher at a secondary school, and there was this boy, no older than twelve, whom everyone including myself despised. His name was Daniel, but he was known to all as a thief. Whenever money or items went missing, they were usually found in his bag or under his desk.

Even students caught stealing would implicate him. Somehow, he was always at the center of every theft.

What infuriated me most was his audacity to deny any knowledge of the stolen items, even when they were found on him. He always claimed he was framed. “Framed my foot,” I would think, as I meted out his punishment.

Aside from his reputation as a thief, his dirty, unkempt appearance and the hideous scar on the left side of his face made him even less likable. I heard the scar was from a burn caused by hot oil.

Every teacher had a reason to dislike him. I disliked him because he never asked or answered questions in class and was always the last to pay his fees each term.

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Even students caught stealing would implicate him. Somehow, he was always at the center of every theft.

Aside from his reputation as a thief, his dirty, unkempt appearance and the hideous scar on the left side of his face made him even less likable. I heard the scar was from a burn caused by hot oil.

Every teacher had a reason to dislike him. I disliked him because he never asked or answered questions in class and was always the last to pay his fees each term.

I refused to pity him or his struggling mother, who sold buns by the roadside. I blamed them for our late salaries.

I was the most feared teacher in the school and took pride in punishing defaulters. I was especially merciless with Daniel, the notorious thief.

But one day, something terrible happened. It was a day that would haunt me for the rest of my life, a day that would rob me of my peace and plunge me into an abyss of misery and hopelessness.

That cloudy morning, I was already in a foul mood. My fight with my wife and the incessant harassment from my landlord over unpaid rent had soured my mood.

I hadn’t received my salary yet, and my landlord’s relentless knocking had driven me to the brink.

In class, I was a simmering cauldron of anger. The students must have sensed the danger, as no one made a sound. I secretly hoped someone would give me a reason to vent my rage.

And then it happened.

“Sir?!” a distressed voice cried out in the silent class.

I looked up to see the new girl who had joined just three days ago. She was Daniel’s seatmate, and from the way she was searching her bag and glancing at him, I knew what was up.

“I can’t find my money,” she announced, glaring at Daniel.

“Stop staring at me like that,” he said, visibly uncomfortable.

“Then return my five hundred naira note, which I left in my textbook!” she fired back. “You took it, didn’t you? Everyone knows you’re a thief.”

“Don’t call me a thief. I didn’t take your money,” he denied.

“You’re lying!”

The class erupted into chaos. Teachers and students from other classes began to gather.

“Be quiet! I’m still here!” I yelled. The room fell silent.

“Are you sure you left the money in that book?” I asked her.

“I’m very sure, sir.”

“Leave it to me. I’ll make sure he provides your money,” I assured her, gesturing for Daniel to follow me. I led him to my office.

I saw fear in his eyes, but my anger was blinding.

“Look, I’m not going to ask if you took her money because it’s obvious you did. Bring it out, and I’ll let it go.”

“I didn’t take her money, sir! I swear!” he denied again. I hated liars who refused to admit their guilt.

“You have no idea what I plan to do to you today. Just tell me the truth. Have you spent the money?”

“I didn’t take it, sir! I haven’t eaten anything today. No one saw me buy anything. You can ask them.”

I was seething.

“You delay your fees and our salaries. Yet, you cause trouble. Since you’re being stubborn, let’s do it the hard way. Today, you’ll learn never to steal again!”

“I’m not lying, sir,” he pleaded, tears and mucus streaming down his scarred face. I couldn’t bear to look at him.

Maybe I should’ve let him go.

But no, I was too angry. I ordered a few strong boys to pin him down while I grabbed my cane. I hit him viciously, and he cried out.

I should’ve let him go!

But I hit him again and again until I couldn’t hear him crying anymore. One of the boys called out to me.

“Sir, I don’t think he’s breathing.”

“Well, he shouldn’t breathe. That’s his business. Hold him down…”

There was a knock on the door. A few teachers entered.

“The missing money has been found! She didn’t check the book thoroughly. I found it in the textbook,” a female teacher said.

I felt weak and lightheaded.

She explained how more than half the class had confessed that Daniel was innocent. They pointed out the class bully who had framed him because he didn’t like his face.

All these years, the boy with the scarred face was innocent? I couldn’t believe it.

As I tried to process this, a teacher noticed the boy on the floor.

“Why isn’t he breathing?”

I remembered the boy’s earlier warning but thought he was joking. My heart raced as I checked for a pulse. I prayed it was a nightmare, but reality hit me hard.

“He’s gone!” someone announced, and a scream filled the air.

“Gone? How?” I stuttered in horror.

“He’s dead.”

The deafening siren of an approaching police vehicle confirmed my worst fear. That morning’s events flashed before my eyes.

The police arrived swiftly, and I felt my heart sink as they entered the room. Everything happened in slow motion.

They checked Daniel’s pulse, their expressions grim. One officer turned to me, his eyes cold.

“You’re under arrest for the death of this child,” he said.

I stood there, numb. They cuffed me and led me out of the school. The entire student body watched in shock and horror as their once-feared teacher was taken away.

The trial was swift and damning. Witness after witness testified against me. The children, once terrified into silence, now spoke freely of my brutality.

Daniel’s mother, a small woman with tired eyes, gave a heart-wrenching testimony about her son. She spoke of his innocence, his struggles, and his cries for justice that were never heard.

I had no defense. The evidence was overwhelming, and my actions indefensible. The judge pronounced the sentence: life imprisonment.

Now, in the cold, silent confines of my cell, I am left to reflect on my actions. The walls echo with my regrets. Daniel’s innocent face haunts my dreams, and his mother’s tears are a constant reminder of my unforgivable mistake.

I had let my anger blind me, and in my rage, I destroyed an innocent life.

If only I had listened, if only I had given him a chance to prove his innocence.

But it was too late. The weight of my guilt is a burden I will carry for the rest of my life.

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Woman Yells At Boy For Selling Candy Outside Target, Stranger Steps In To Defend Him

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4 hours ago

May 15, 2025

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You’ve probably been to a store when kids are selling candy outside to earn money for a special cause.

A brother and sister were outside a Target in a small community in California when they received an unexpected surprise.

Andy was a customer at the time who saw the interaction take place and posted the details on social media.

An older woman started yelling at the children when she saw them selling candy outside the store.

The older woman demanded to know where the license to sell candy was and why the children were standing outside the store trying to get money from people…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

The brother gently explained that he was trying to make money with his sister.

As the conversation continued, the older woman told the children that police officers would be there soon and that they would be arrested. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

The boy soon started crying because he couldn’t handle the yelling any longer.

Jay Lopez had been watching and approached the brother and sister. The man told the children that he would buy all of the candy that they were selling.

He then told the older woman that he would give it to the customers who were there and that she should be ashamed of how she was treating children.

Andy saw that there are still people in the world capable of doing good deeds.

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Mother Gives Birth To Twin Girls, Doctor Tells Her “I’m Sorry For You”

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4 hours ago

May 15, 2025

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Nicola and Todd Bailey, a British couple from Sheffield, had a cozy life with their four-year-old son, Lucas. However, a deep-seated desire to expand their family was always on their minds.

Nicola, who worked part-time as a nurse at a community health center, and Todd, an experienced real estate agent, were financially secure and eager to bring more children into their world.

One summer evening, sitting on their porch, Nicola and Todd found themselves discussing their future. Their conversation centered on Lucas, their beloved son, and the possibility of him having siblings.

Nicola had been an only child herself and understood the occasional loneliness that came with it. She didn’t want Lucas to grow up alone, and so the idea of having more children resonated strongly with her…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

Their hearts full of love for Lucas and a desire to see him enjoy the unique bond of having siblings, they decided to expand their family. Todd enthusiastically expressed his desire to build a larger family with Nicola, who he adored deeply.

The couple spent the rest of that night dreaming about their future children and how they would play together in their garden. Little did they know their dreams would soon become a reality.

The Baileys didn’t have to wait long for their lives to be filled with joy. A mere five months after that heartfelt conversation, Nicola had a dizzying moment. She collapsed to the floor and was immediately rushed to the hospital. While Todd was initially concerned, they quickly discovered the cause of her dizziness – she was pregnant.

Ecstatic, they returned home and immediately shared the joyful news with Lucas. He was thrilled to learn that he would soon be a big brother.

The prospect of having a sibling filled him with excitement, and he bombarded his parents with questions about his unborn sibling. The family was enveloped in happiness, their hearts full of anticipation for the new addition.

However, their journey was not without its challenges. During her pregnancy, Nicola started to feel unwell. She became incredibly fatigued, experienced frequent dizziness, and her body felt unusually heavy.

As a nurse, she recognized that something was amiss and insisted that Todd take her to the hospital. This decision likely saved their unborn daughters’ lives. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

After a series of tests at the hospital, Nicola received unexpected news – she was pregnant with twins. The couple was overjoyed and promptly made the announcement to their son, Lucas. They explained that they were going to have twin sisters and received an enthusiastic response. Lucas was delighted by the thought of becoming a big brother to not one but two siblings.

Nicola’s pregnancy, however, became fraught with challenges. She had to be placed on bed rest, a tough task for someone as active as she was. The safety of both the mother and her twin daughters was of paramount concern, and the doctors ensured that she was in good hands.

Through her prenatal care, the Baileys learned the gender of their twins. They were to have two baby girls, and Nicola immediately knew what she wanted to name them – Harper and Quinn. Their hearts swelled with excitement as they envisioned the future of their family with their two daughters.

However, the story took an unexpected turn 38 minutes after Harper’s birth. The doctor returned to Nicola’s room with a solemn expression and revealed that Harper had Down syndrome, a genetic disorder. Nicola and Todd hadn’t known that their daughter had Down syndrome during the pregnancy, and this news was a revelation.

Though this revelation could have dampened their spirits, Nicola, a nurse with experience in caring for children with Down syndrome, welcomed it with open arms. Her knowledge and experience provided a unique perspective.

She knew that Harper would be unique in her own way and understood that Down syndrome would not limit her daughter’s potential or happiness. The couple decided to raise their daughters equally, ensuring Harper would receive the support she needed to thrive.

Despite the unexpected news, their love for Harper remained unconditional. Her condition didn’t change the way they saw her. Nicola and Todd went on to create an Instagram account to share their family’s journey. It became a platform for Nicola to raise awareness about Down syndrome, dispel societal prejudices, and, most importantly, share the joy of their growing family.

As they journeyed forward, the family embraced the uniqueness of their situation. Their story is a testament to the power of love and acceptance. Harper, Quinn, and Lucas are indeed a unique and loving family, demonstrating that love knows no genetic boundaries.

Nicola and Todd wouldn’t change their family for the world. They are proud of their unique and beautiful family, which has redefined their understanding of love and acceptance.

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Homeless Man Begs For Scrap Food Only To Have Chick-fil-A Manager Say “No” And Take Action

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4 hours ago

May 15, 2025

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Chick-fil-A is known for caring about the community wherever the restaurant is located.

Many of the managers hold fundraisers for organizations and people who are in need as well as those who are sick or who have lost family members and need a helping hand.

Meeting someone who is homeless often strikes a nerve to do something to try to help for many people. There are also those who tend to avoid helping the homeless.

One man stumbled into a Chick-fil-A in Tennessee, possibly looking for something to drink or just to get away from being outside for just a few moments.

The manager decided to do something a little special for the man.

When the homeless man entered the restaurant, he wanted to try to get a few scraps that would otherwise be thrown away…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

He wasn’t asking for money and didn’t ask the customers for any kind of assistance.

When he left the restaurant, he had a huge smile on his face because of the actions of the manager.

While the interaction was taking place, a father and his daughter were enjoying a meal at a nearby table. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

The father made a social media post about the story so that others might be able to see how the homeless are treated and how simple actions can make a difference.

The daughter decided to trade the toy from her meal for ice cream.

As they waited for a few minutes for her ice cream to be prepared, they saw the exchange between the manager and the homeless man.

The man was wearing muddy shoes and looked tired. Most of the people in the restaurant tried to stay away from him.

Soon after the man entered the building, the manager talked to him and explained that he wanted to help. He was given a full meal instead of the scraps that he wanted.

The manager also prayed with the homeless man, touching his shoulder so that he would feel as though someone cared.

For some managers, they could have sent the man away, but this manager made a difference if only for a few moments in time.

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