Stories by Larry

Welcome to Stories by Larry. On this site, you will find stories that we hope will make you laugh, cry, smile, or think. We also hope these stories will touch your heart in some way. Maybe some will even help change your life. We hope you enjoy and tell others about Stories by Larry. Larry Whiteley

Stories by Larry

  • THE LAST CHRISTMAS

    THE LAST CHRISTMAS

    It was Christmas Eve Day. Christmas trees and decorations were in every room of the old house. Outside too. Torn wrapping paper was everywhere. It had been a good day. The old couple stood at the door, hugging their family as they left. They would all be busy on Christmas Day, so they would not…

  • THE EAGLE SEES THE ROUND RAINBOW

    THE EAGLE SEES THE ROUND RAINBOW

    Bald eagles, as symbols of America, goes back to 1782 when it was added to the Great Seal of the United States. The eagle was selected because of its great strength, stately looks, long life, and because it is native to North America. An eagle appears on official documents, currency, flags, public buildings, and other…

  • A CHRISTMAS LETTER TO OUR GRANDKIDS

    A CHRISTMAS LETTER TO OUR GRANDKIDS

    Dear Grandkids, I know most of your communication today is through short texts and emails. You probably do not like to read something as long as this letter, but please do!  One day, the gifts you get for Christmas will be gone. This Christmas letter to each of you will last forever. As you continue…

  • TAKE IT ONE DAY AT A TIME

    TAKE IT ONE DAY AT A TIME

    Many of you are praying for our son Kelly and his battle with cancer. Every week at church, many people will ask how he is doing. My wife and I are thankful for all of you and those praying for him in Wisconsin, where he and his wife Lexi and sons Ty and Sam live.…

  • THANK YOU

    THANK YOU

    THANK YOU With Thanksgiving a few days away, I decided to revise a story that was posted in July when we first started https://storiesbylarry.com/. It is a reminder for all of us to thank God for not only our holiday meals but to thank him every day for all He has done for each of…

  • LET US BE THANKFUL

    People ask me how I could possibly believe in a God I never see or hear. I smile. Then I tell them all I have to do is go outdoors and look around. I can see Him in a beautiful sunrise or breathtaking sunset. I see Him in the beauty of spring wildflowers and the…

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