Spread Kindness
In her book Every Day Spirit, Mary Davis writes, “kindness has the power to change things, even to transform...
Spread Kindness
Practical Guidance
Presence: A Parent’s Biggest Gift
Presence: A Parent’s Biggest Gift
By Lisa Smith What your child needs most isn’t another toy or activity—it’s you. They crave moments when you're...
The Two Hands of Life
The Two Hands of Life
Have you ever wondered if it's okay to feel joy when you're also feeling sad or are suffering? A wise person once...
It Is Really True!
It Is Really True!
It is really true: when I take a few minutes each day to connect with a person who is struggling, I experience more...
The Test of True Love
The Test of True Love
I passed the True Love Test! Or maybe I should say Larry passed the test. I answered “yes” to all four of the...
Advice to Retired Seniors
Advice to Retired Seniors
A note from Karen: our friends Barb and Bill Bredemeier share a deep commitment not only to their faith, but to...
Think BELL to Care Well
Think BELL to Care Well
Want to know a quick way to remember what to say or do when a friend is hurting? Here’s my answer: think BELL. My...
Sleeping with Bread
Sleeping with Bread
One of my favorite books is Sleeping with Bread. Isn’t that an interesting title?! It begins with this sobering,...
