Technology To The Rescue

As evidenced by this story I saw on CNN the other day, Facebook isn't just about getting back in touch with long lost friends--sometimes it's about getting in touch with long lost pets!

Jimmy Valvano's 1993 ESPY Speech Is On YouTube

There are speeches, and then there are SPEECHES. Jimmy Valvano's 1993 ESPY Speech belongs in the latter category. Now, thanks to YouTube, Valvano's speech has been archived so that everyone with an Internet connection can get inspired!

The Inspirational Story Of Patrick Hughes

Who couldn't use a quick pick-me-up on a Monday morning? Here's an inspirational YouTube video I stumbled upon that's sure to lift your spirits. Talk about an amazing story!

Inspirational Stories For Sports Lovers

Here's a terrific video I found on YouTube which you'll enjoy if you're a sports fan in the mood for a little inspiration:

An Inspirational Lesson From Man's Best Friend

I stumbled across this amazing video on YouTube and felt compelled to share it with you. It's obvious from this footage, that our canine companions have a lot to teach us about love and courage:

She's Still #1 As An Inspiration

Who cares if Susan Boyle didn't win first place in the Britain's Got Talent competition. She's still #1 in the hearts of millions and continues to be a great inspiration. In case you didn't see her final performance on Britain's Got Talent, here it is courtesy of YouTube:

Watch Susan Boyle Sing 'Memory' On YouTube

If you missed Susan Boyle's rendition of 'Memory' in the recent semi-final round of Britain's Got Talent, don't worry--you'll be happy to know they've got a channel on YouTube, so you can watch her performance anytime you like!

A Remarkable Story Of Courage

As inspirational tales go, they don't get much better than the one about John Challis. Challis, you may recall, was the Pennsylvania teenager whose story of courage in the face of cancer made national headlines. Sadly, Challis lost his battle with cancer, but his inspirational message won the hearts of millions.

Now, thanks to the power of the Web, whenever your spirit needs a boost, you can watch the video essay about John Challis that originally aired on ESPN:

An Inspirational Mother's Day Video

Here's an inspirational video perfect for this upcoming Mother's Day. It was posted recently on YouTube and it's part history lesson, part message of peace:

The Web Gives Wings To An Angel's Voice

If you're not familiar with the name Susan Boyle by now, well...where have you been? Since her initial appearance over a week ago on Britain's Got Talent, she's been the subject of much press coverage in newspapers, television and especially on the Web. Why all the media attention?

Because they didn't think she could sing--and boy were they wrong! Check it out for yourself, if you haven't already. Here's a link to the video of her performance (via YouTube):

Susan Boyle - Singer - Britain's Got Talent 2009 (With Lyrics)

And here's a recent interview she gave about the performance to the West Lothian Courier, that's been posted on YouTube:



A talent discovered at last! Truly inspirational! What dreams do you still dream?

A Grand Slam For The Heart

Spring is a time for baseball and softball, but if you think it's just about the games, think again. As this video on YouTube demonstrates, sometimes the games are what we use to renew our faith in the human heart:

The Inspirational Web

Where do you draw inspiration from? How about a little inspiration from the Web? Starting today, we're introducing a new category here at The Senior Surfer, one we're calling "The Inspirational Web." We'll be posting links to videos, sites, articles--whatever feeds the soul with its positive and uplifting message!

For the first entry in this category we want to draw your attention to a video found on YouTube that has enjoyed millions of views to date. It's an inspirational tale of an unusual friendship: