As 2009 comes to a close, People magazine is revealing their 10 Most Incredible Human Interest Stories of 2009. "We are always looking for ordinary people who are doing extraordinary things," explains senior editor Galina Espinoza. "The stories that move us, that inspire us, that empower us, that really give us stuff to think about - I think that's so important in today's world."

People's #1 Most Incredible Human Interest Stories of 2009 (click on each to read more):

10 - Balloon Boy

9 - Kelly Hildebrandt Marries Kelly Hildebrandt

8 - Bristol Palin & Her Baby

7 - The Children of the Texas Polygamy Cult

6 - Captain Sullenberger and Flight 1549

5 - I'm Sick of Being Big - Watch the video above to hear Rachael talk to the British teen who once weighed 462 pounds and has since undergone an amazing weight loss!

4 - Bullied to Death?

3 - Wedding Day Horror

2 - Secret Drinking: A Mother's Struggle

1 - Jaycee Dugard: Captive No More

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