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mcphersonlaura

“You mess with my dog, and it's over!” - My mother taught me what courage really means

Last week I went home to visit my mom. While chatting, we suddenly remembered this story. I honestly think what she did was legendary… she taught me what courage really means. I was 15 when it happened. One night, we overheard our drunk neighbors whispering loudly—too drunk to realize they were shouting—about how they planned to poison our dog because she wouldn’t stop barking at them. I was furious and ready to storm over and confront all five of them. Thankfully, I didn’t. Best case? I’d have ended up in the ER. But my mom - She had other plans. Without a word, she grabbed my dad’s 12-gauge shotgun, racked a shell, punched out the screen of her bedroom window… and leaned out just far enough for them to see her. Then, calm and firm, she said: “You mess with my dog, and it’s over.” That was it. The guys froze. Then they disappeared into their garage like it was a bunker. My mom stayed at the window, watching them, shotgun still in hand, until my dad got home hours later. The moment he pulled into the driveway, they bolted—sprinting to their car, shouting profanity I hadn’t yet learned in Spanish. They moved out shortly after. Our dogs lived long, safe, happy lives. Because my mom? She didn’t bluff. #FamilyStories #BraveMom #HomeDefense #Dogs #CrazyNeighbor #Courage #Family #Motherhood

“You mess with my dog, and it's over!” - My mother taught me what courage really means
logan50

What is the rudest thing a family member has said to you?

“You will never amount to anything like your older brother.” My grandfather said this to me. I wasn’t athletic, didn’t get top grades, and started babysitting my younger siblings at 10 instead of doing sports. I wanted to go college, but couldn’t afford it, partly because my brother had borrowed (and wasted) family money. He went to college, dropped out, burned through jobs, married a woman no one liked, adopted her kids, got in trouble with the law, went to jail, and later got mixed up with drugs. Me, I’ve kept steady jobs, built a happy marriage, coached my kids’ t-ball teams, earned CPR certification, and helped run our local youth committee. Grandpa was right. And that’s the best thing that ever happened to me. #FamilyDrama #FamilyRelationships #FamilyStories #Siblings #Family

What is the rudest thing a family member has said to you?
sgarcia

My Parents Think Im Strong -- But My Tears Are Always For Them 👼

Years ago, my world stopped when my dad had sudden cardiac pain. We rushed him to the hospital, and found out he had a 98% blockage. Angioplasty was planned for the next morning. While he was in his private room, my sister called. Dad wanted to talk, and as he was speaking, the cardiologist arrived. The doctor told our family to go home and rest, saying the nurse would take care of him. But Dad insisted, 'Please make everyone go and let xx(me) only stay. My daughter is a tigress. She is my only child who doesn't cry. Everyone else will be tense, even my elder daughter was crying on the phone.' I smiled at him and spoke to the doctor. After he left, I told Dad I'd grab a coffee downstairs. The moment I got downstairs, I just completely broke down. Seeing him there on that ICU bed, I just couldn't hold it together. I love him so incredibly much I cried and cried. After washing my face, I went back. Dad asked, 'What took you so long? You must have been on the phone, right?' I just said 'obviously,' and he smiled. I kissed him goodnight. This is my secret: my parents think they've raised the strongest daughter, but they don't know I do cry, especially for the people I care about and love. #FamilyLove #FamilyStories #FamilyFirst #FamilyRelationships #ParentalLove #HeartAttack #ICU #FamilySupport #LifeMoments #HeartfeltStory

My Parents Think Im Strong -- But My Tears Are Always For Them 👼
logan50

My nana has done something I'm going to talk about forever. Seriously.

My grandmother, born in 1860, arrived in this country alone at 19, traveling in steerage from Ireland. She spent two years as a child caretaker for a local family, working off the cost of her passage. Once free, she didn't hesitate; she opened and ran a boarding house for Irish immigrant mill workers. Life threw unimaginable challenges her way. She went blind after an accident involving wood chips while chopping kindling. Soon after, my grandfather died suddenly of a heart attack, leaving her alone, sightless, and with five children to raise. In an era before social services, when families relied entirely on each other, she managed it. All five of her children graduated high school. At 80 years old, in 1939, she came to live with our family. She insisted on contributing, taking care of us four kids to help my mother. She maintained her influence and guidance by telling stories, her words painting vivid pictures for us. Through it all, I never once heard her complain. I have never encountered anyone quite like her. #FamilyHistory #IrishImmigrant #FamilyStories

My nana has done something I'm going to talk about forever. Seriously.
benjaminmeyer

They tried to get me kicked out of college until my dad showed up

This happened in college and it's a story I'll never forget. My best friend, a girl, was going through something and wouldn't tell me. When I found out a guy from another department was harassing and stalking her, I just went and punched him right in the face. A big brawl started and we both ended up in the principal's office with all our friends. Everyone was shocked because I was a good student. They called our parents. My dad came. The principal and my head of department started yelling at me, telling my dad that I had ruined my career. They even gave him a transfer certificate to fill out to get me out of the college. They were trying to scare us! My dad just calmly filled out the form. Then he looked at them and said what he did was right. He said no one should stand by when a woman is being harassed and he wants his son to stand up for any sort of injustice. They were stunned. We all got a month's suspension, but the guy who was harassing my friend ended up getting a transfer. I went on to graduate with triple placement and was the highest paid recruit that year. On the way home, my dad just looked at me and asked if I loved her or what.🤦😳 Typical parents.😂 However, he was right. This happened many years back and I'm now married that friend of mine. #Parenting #TrueStory #FamilyStories #FamilyRelationships #CollegeLife #Justice #StandUpForWhatIsRight #LifeLessons #LoveStory

They tried to get me kicked out of college until my dad showed up