We all know someone who drinks to take the edge off, to unwind, to forget the noise of the day. Maybe it’s a friend, a neighbour, or maybe it’s you. Alcohol wears many disguises: a reward after a hard day, a social companion, a harmless indulgence. But behind its smooth appearance lies something far less friendly. Beneath the laughter and the excuses, it waits patiently, knowing exactly when to speak.

Explore heartfelt stories and find a moment of peace. Join Grumpa in a free escape that warms the heart and inspires joy.

Discover the heartwarming tale of a rainy day at the local market where a soaked cat brings unexpected compassion and reveals true humanity.

It happened on a rainy Saturday at the local community centre. The weather had turned fast, one of those sudden downpours that turn streets into streams and everyone into amateur meteorologists muttering about climate change under their breath. Inside, the weekly indoor market was packed. The kind of place where retirees sell homemade jam, local kids busk for change, and the air smells faintly of cinnamon buns and wet raincoats.

A handpicked bundle of Christmas stories meant to warm your heart and steady your soul. Thoughtful, funny, and full of that old-fashioned holiday spirit we all crave. Available in PDF format.

Embrace your inner lion. Ignore the distractions of online jackals and focus on your strengths without responding to negativity.

Embrace your inner lion. Ignore the distractions of online jackals and focus on your strengths without responding to negativity.

Dive into a humorous tale of an old cowboy in a Starbucks, exploring identity and unexpected encounters over a cup of coffee.

Alt: a young boy without a shirt is standing in a dark room with a lamp .