The Conclusion of a Christmas Kindness Story
Last week, I shared part one of the story of a single mom struggling to make ends meet with her teenage son. It’s the backdrop of pain in our lives that gives our joy such brilliance. And often, it’s receiving an act of kindness at just the right time that spurs us to do the
The Kindness Podcast Episode 12: Runner takes on 40 miles and 40 gifts
Jessica Reed is the sort of woman who inspires me to become a better person. She’s a dietician, a mom of five kids, a community advocate and a marathon runner. She’s also the sort of woman who will stand in my kitchen and teach me how to evenly brown ground beef without giggling at my
Week 52 Memory Verse: The End.
I can’t believe we’re here. Last year at this time, I felt called to begin the New Year by renewing my mind. I wanted to do that by memorizing short scriptures that would be my go-to mantras in times of trouble. One year later, we’re at the end, Week 52. I’ve learned some things about
A Christmas Kindness Story, Part 1
It's our stories that build the color into our lives. Yes, there is often pain as they are being written, but without that pain we wouldn't know real joy. I want to spend this week and next sharing the story of a mom and her teenage son, and the beauty that unfolded when one act
The Kindness Podcast Episode 11: A Year of Living Kindly
I’m like a Star Wars fan for kindness. If kindness were a movie, I would stand outside and sleep in a tent next to the theater just so I could suck in all the excitement. Kindness is just the best. It’s really fun when we find someone who shares our geeky passions, isn’t it? I
Week 51 Memory Verse: What would be left?
“Suppose for a moment that God began taking from us the many things for which we have failed to give thanks. Which of our limbs and faculties would be left? Would I still have my hands and my mind? And what about loved ones? If God were to take from me all those persons and
No need to plan kindness this season
Are you done? Have you finished all the hustle and bustle that comes with creating the magic of the season? If so, good for you! (Now can you come to my house and help me?) If not, take heart. Ironically, it’s in the midst of our craziest schedules that we are most blessed with the
