Fall in the Northern Hemisphere officially starts at 9:54 p.m. EDT on Saturday, September 22, 2018. Continue reading Change of Season — The perfect time to pitch in
Taking Inventory of Your Own Personality
If you have been discouraged by not doing as much for others as you had hoped, it might be that you never stopped to take inventory of your own personality.
So Much Paper — Where could I start?
For those who are inclined to “do something” — not content to sit around chatting or to simply drop off a gift — you likely have an ability or interest that can bless someone. Continue reading So Much Paper — Where could I start?
Blessing the Kids
I’ve been spending every day with grandkids for a month or more, so when it came time to decide on a blog topic, naturally kids were on my mind. Continue reading Blessing the Kids
Imagining an Afterlife: Movies From the 1930s
Programs in general can be a shared experience, and watching a film that portrays an afterlife, in particular, can open up conversation about your someone’s worries. Continue reading Imagining an Afterlife: Movies From the 1930s
Watching Programs Together
If you are searching for something to “do together” as your favorite way of reaching out to your someone, then a movie or an episode of a favorite program can be a low-key, relaxing way to spend a couple of hours together.
Beginning a Conversation With Someone Who is Struggling
So, you’ve decided you’re not going to make the mistake of doing nothing this time. You’ve committed to reaching out and here is your chance: Continue reading Beginning a Conversation With Someone Who is Struggling
Kids Can Contribute to Blessing Others
There is something simple and honest about a child, so that a child’s affection, however brief, makes all of us feel blessed. Continue reading Kids Can Contribute to Blessing Others
Mercy — Choosing a New Perspective
A blessing that almost all of us can offer, in almost all situations, is the blessing of mercy. Continue reading Mercy — Choosing a New Perspective
20 Ideas for Filling a Gift Bag with Comfort — to bless almost anyone
A friend contacted me last spring, asking for ideas. Margaret wanted to reach out to a family in need. Continue reading 20 Ideas for Filling a Gift Bag with Comfort — to bless almost anyone