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Today’s Free Story

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From Chicken Soup for the Soul: Being Grandma
By Marilyn Cohen Shapiro

A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.
~William Shakespeare

Soon after my daughter Julie and my son-in-law Sam told us they were expecting our first grandchild, my husband Larry and I discussed what grandparent name we each hoped to be called.

My husband determined quickly that he would be called Zayde, Yiddish for grandfather. It was a family tradition, he stated. His father’s father was Zayde Max, and his own father was Zayde Ernie to his seven grandchildren. (Keep reading)

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The International Day of Happiness is celebrated throughout the world on March 20, 2026. This day informs people about the importance of happiness in our everyday lives. 

At Chicken Soup for the Soul, we believe that pets are a source of energy and joy, making home a healthier, happier place to be. Check out our blog on Man’s Best Friend: How He Learned to Smile.

 

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