Alexandra Middlewood's Story

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Alexandra Middlewood's Story

FromMy Unsung Hero

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Dec 9, 2021

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Alexandra is struggling with hybrid teaching when a small gesture from a student reminds her of why she loves her job.Tell us about an unsung hero in your life! To do so, please go to myunsunghero.org for instructions on how to record and send us your story.

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Dec 9, 2021

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The daily news can fill us with despair. My Unsung Hero is an antidote to that despair. Each episode reveals what the news ignores: everyday acts of kindness and courage that transformed someone's life. Listen — and renew your faith in humanity. From Hidden Brain Media.

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Lorrie Paul's Story: It's 1996, and Lorrie is visiting her ailing father in the hospital. She's crying in the hallway near his room when a kind stranger walks by. by My Unsung Hero
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Tony Ludlow's Story: Tony is angry at his English teacher, Mrs. Holman, for making him stay after class. But on the last day of school, she takes his hand, and tells him something he'll never forget. If you like the show, please share it with a friend, or write a review! And if you'd like to share your unsung hero with us, go to myunsunghero.org for instructions on how to do so. by My Unsung Hero
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Rick Mangnall's Story: In 2008, while driving to work, Rick crashes into a slab of granite rock. He's hanging upside down in his seatbelt when he sees an old Ford truck pull over across the road. by My Unsung Hero
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Betsy Cox's Story: Betsy Cox is having one of those days where everything feels like a struggle. But then a kind stranger offers a few simple words that shift her perspective. by My Unsung Hero
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Carolyn Hax's Story: As Carolyn struggles to cope with her mother's terminal illness, a colleague gently reaches out to help. by My Unsung Hero
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Adrianne Drazin's Story: Adrianne is on a long overseas flight with her baby and two young children. After she exits the plane, she notices a family nearby, waiting for something. by My Unsung Hero
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Terri Powers' Story: It's a few days after her mother's death, and Terri is at the checkout line in a grocery store. As she turns to leave, the bagger stops her, and asks a question. by My Unsung Hero
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Jamie Spurway's Story: On his first international trip alone, Jamie gets lost in the hustle and bustle of L.A. Before things go too awry, a young woman appears and goes above and beyond to help him. by My Unsung Hero
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Jackie Briggs' Story: A stranger notices Jackie at a conference, and realizes something is wrong. by My Unsung Hero
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Julie Ort's Story: Julie is having a very bad day. She's hiding out in the library when a stranger offers a comforting gift. by My Unsung Hero
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Dorothy Tiernan's Story: As Dorothy's father lies in a hospital bed, dying and in great pain, a nurse bends the rules to come to his aid. by My Unsung Hero
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Vanessa's Story: It's the middle of the night, and Vanessa and her husband are stranded on an Alaskan highway. Just when they've given up hope, a car pulls over. by My Unsung Hero
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Lesia Day's Story: Lesia's mother, Stephany, is used to coming over for a visit on Sundays. But one Sunday, Stephany doesn't show up. by My Unsung Hero
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Introducing My Unsung Hero: Each week, we share a story about a moment when one person helped another in a time of need. And we show you how these acts of heroism — some big, some small — transformed someone’s life. by My Unsung Hero
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Mary Amato's Story: After giving birth to her second child, Mary is struggling with her identity as a stay-at-home mom. But then an older woman says something to her that makes all the difference. by My Unsung Hero
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Leah Bartell's Story: It's 1994, and two men approach Leah on a dark street as she's walking home. Then she sees a car, and a glimmer of hope. by My Unsung Hero
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Sanaa Kerroumi's Story: Sanaa is on her train ride home when an angry man begins threatening her. Before he gets too close, a stranger intervenes. by My Unsung Hero
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Alie Ward's Story: It’s 2013, and Alie’s year is going terribly. Then she gets a Facebook message from a generous stranger. by My Unsung Hero
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John Moe's Story: John is languishing at his job when a woman in HR reminds him of his potential. by My Unsung Hero
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Alexandra Middlewood's Story: Alexandra is struggling with hybrid teaching when a small gesture from a student reminds her of why she loves her job. Tell us about an unsung hero in your life! To do so, please go to myunsunghero.org for instructions on how to record and send us your story. by My Unsung Hero
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Laura Holmes Haddad's Story: As Laura undergoes chemotherapy, an X-ray technician says something that makes her feel less self-conscious about her appearance. by My Unsung Hero
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Justin Horner's Story: Justin’s tire has blown out, and he’s sitting on the side of a freeway, hoping someone will help. Right around the time he’s about to give up, a van pulls over. by My Unsung Hero
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Annika Kahn's Story: Annika reunites with her favorite teacher from high school, 97-year-old Flossie Lewis. by My Unsung Hero
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Nicole George-O'Brien's Story: Nicole has a seizure while driving to work. When she wakes up in the hospital, she learns about an incredible act of courage by another driver on the road. by My Unsung Hero
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LaQuista Erinna's Story: LaQuista’s son Jackson hates getting haircuts. He has autism, and high-sensory experiences give him a lot of anxiety. But one barber’s patience and creativity make all the difference. by My Unsung Hero
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Joy Ladin's Story: An audio producer goes above and beyond to help Joy record her book of poetry. by My Unsung Hero
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Vanessa Grace Miller's Story: When Vanessa has a life-threatening allergic reaction in a foreign country, her young tour guide steps in to help. by My Unsung Hero
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Wendy McDowell's Story: It's 1979, and Wendy is eight years old, crying alone in an airport. Then she sees a woman in white walking toward her. by My Unsung Hero
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Heather Church's Story: Heather slips on the stairs at a busy clothing store. As she begins to fall backward, she hears a noise behind her. by My Unsung Hero
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Sophia Croll's Story: It’s 2013, and Sophia is having a bad day at the airport. As she quietly cries on a bench, a stranger approaches her with words of comfort. by My Unsung Hero
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