Written by contributing blogger, Daniela Forte. A few weeks ago, a great-aunt of mine passed away. She had been ill for quite some time, it was expected that at any moment, she would pass away. What we didn’t expect however, is how much of her life would have an impact on the family. In the last few ...
Six Acts of Kindness
Being kind, it seems so simple. But sometimes I feel like we forget how much it truly embodies. The definition of kindness (according to Wiki) - is a "behavior marked by ethical characteristics, a pleasant disposition, and concern for others..." and there are so many ways to deliver on this virtue. Opening your Eyes - ...
The benefits of volunteering
Written by blogging contributor, Audrea Laffely. Back in the fall, I wrote about my desire to volunteer more and finding a way to give back and help out my community. I had said I would follow up and report back on what I had learned, so I felt it time to give an update. Since I wrote ...
Your life isn’t Yours
Much of the day we focus on ourselves. Not a bad thing. We ensure we eat get some good sleep (hopefully) eat well (hopefully), and that we get some exercise (hopefully), etc. But throughout the day we are also without sometimes realizing, giving ourselves to others - our jobs, our significant others, our kids, our ...
Giving Back This Holiday Season
Written by contributing blogger - Daniela Forte As I am getting older, giving back means so much more to me. I want to spread kindness wherever I can these days because so many people could use it, even a little dose. Over the holiday season, I did something I do yearly, which was gift wrap presents for ...
Giving back this fall
This post written by contributor, Audrea. The onset of fall always reminds me of a time to start fresh. When I was in school, it meant a time for new teachers, new friends and new school clothes. But at this point in my life, it now means the time of year when I re-evaluate my goals ...