the wisdom blog
Remembering a Friend’s Hard Day
We remember birthdays and anniversaries. But do we remember the anniversary of a day that changed a friend’s life?...
An Otter Surprise
A few days ago, it was 105° outside. I was determined to take my daily walk, so I laced up my shoes, grabbed my...
A Surprise
I love to surprise a friend or family member with a special gift. It is so fun! However, I do not like to shop, and...
What If We All Became Kindness Ambassadors?
My new hero is Orion Jean, an amazing young man who calls himself an “Ambassador of Kindness.” Why is he so...
Making Kindness a Family Tradition
By La'Shawnda Smith In 2018, after my mom passed away, my life changed in a profound way. During that season, I...
Freedom to Choose
Randy has been incarcerated for six years. Larry and I speak with him on the phone several times a week. In 2020,...
Tell Them Theory
Vex King is a writer on Instagram who has a theory: we can make the world a better place if only we would show our...
When Grief Becomes Care
Can you imagine frying 8-10 pounds of bacon every Wednesday morning? Well, that's what Grandma Peggy does. This...
