Life is full of ups and downs, and each moment teaches us lessons that we remember forever. Some lessons we painfully have to learn on our own, but others can be learned through those we love that are closest to us. Their life and their stories can teach us the best parts of life. As you listen to these stories today, we hope that they spark memories and stories from your own life that you can share with those that you love.

On today's episode, enjoy the following:

“My Father and Hershel of Ostropol” by Joel ben Izzy from Buried Treasures: A Storyteller’s Journey (2:10)

Radio Family Journal: "Donald Herbert" by Sam Payne (15:34)

The Daily Mix: "Car Wheels on a Gravel Road" with Mark Wait (21:51)

“The Lap/You Are My Sunshine” by Kim Weitkamp from The Lap (30:09)

“The Old Rancher” by Joe Herrington from Men of Honor (48:30)

“My Town” by Michael Reno Harrell from Then There’s Me (51:38)