There is a famous quote ‘family comes first’ that is always used when it boils down to making decisions that will affect the people you love. Often, when we say that we have a strong family, we always mean the few actions between relatives and spouses that are more than just a routine.
It's about the active dinners and the wonderful memories that we genuinely shared with them. We have searched for genuine stories about people who wanted to do something special for their beloved family and friends.
#1 Around the world for just that one kiss
Malaysian photographer traveled to 11 countries with his bride to recreate a wedding kiss in different parts of the world. During their 3-month honeymoon, the couple kissed in Japan, Norway, Denmark, Austria, and Italy. Keow believes that the secret to a happy life is to spend every moment with someone you love and experience the world together.#2 Starting life afresh for the entire family
Losing weight is one of the most sought after goals today and truly speaking, it could be overwhelming doing it alone. This is why sometimes family comes in handy. 32-year-old photographer Jesse decided that exercise is exactly what his family needs for health and fitness. They started visiting the gym and doing regular runs while taking photos every 10 days.
The family tracked the results for 6 months of training and it seems the family got more than just good physical shape. They claim this habit has changed their lifestyle completely.
#3 When parents are against the system
A family in Cambridge decided to sell off their property and go on a long trip around the world. The surprising move came after the couple heard their older child complaining that kindergarten was boring. They claim that their children are more developed than their peers and the system will only suppress their gift. This gave birth to the idea of homeschooling their children by going on world trips and teaching them history and world culture.
# 4 A family that hates wasting time
Getting back in shape after giving birth and getting your child to love exercise while still having time to raise other children? All these sound impossible until you add a little creativity to the most mundane family activities.
#5 A grandmother’s dress
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A young bride saved her grandmother’s dress and only took it out 50 years later at her wedding. The grandmother found out about it only during the rehearsal and the photographer was swift to capture her reaction. The pictures tell it all.#6 Love is more important than the throne
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Japanese princess Mako Ashikino made a surprising announcement that she would be engaged to her university pal Kei Komuro. Things were okay and the bride’s parents approved of her choice, except that she would lose the title and all the privileges. According to their law, monarchs and common people aren’t allowed to marry but this love story has made the people reconsider their attitudes toward such marriages.#7 Retirees that know how to have fun
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Retirement is a great time to go sea cruising and enjoy yourself after years of toiling. This amazing couple from South Carolina might have just reinvented living large. Steven and Millie are using retirement as a time to experiment and express themselves. Three years ago, they were looking for Halloween costumes when they discovered something more fun- Cosplay costumes. Now they travel and create new costumes of their own even after 27 years of being married.
#8 Eternal gratitude
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19-year old Khaniitha Phasaeng was the winner of Miss Uncensored News Thailand 2015. After being crowned, she traveled to her hometown to kneel before her mother who spent her entire life collecting trash.In most Asian countries, the act of bowing down is a sign of deep respect and Khaniitha agrees that she has no reason to be ashamed of her mother.
#9 We bought a zoo
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Dean and Tracy Tweedy live with their three daughters in a zoo they bought. Together, the family takes care of 300 animals including lions, crocodiles, and snakes. The girls say this is the best time of their lives. The family has also enlisted the help of qualified zoo employees to help them in taking care of the animals.#10 Furry best men
Mr. and Mrs. Mathews went for 2 Alaskan Malamutes as the best men at their wedding. The dogs proved their worth and were really responsible during the whole ceremony. The couple considers the dogs part of their family and wanted to include them in the ceremony.
#11 A tale of 3 brides and one dress
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Dorothy Simpson from Yorkshire got married in 1959. Exactly 25 years after her wedding, the daughter Catherine Clark walked down the aisle in the dress. On June 9, 2009, exactly 25 years after her mother’s wedding, Catherine’s daughter Sarah did the same. Now the family has the same wedding anniversary.
