Counting Kindnesses

One day, I had gone to one of my favorite delis for lunch.  I placed my order; then stood back out of the way to wait for it.  When the server came back, she informed me that someone had paid for my lunch.  That person remained anonymous.  I felt quite special and pleased by this

THE GREATEST WEALTH

The greatest wealth Cannot be bought or sold. It can’t be held in your hand Or added to a financial plan. It’s available to young and old.     The greatest wealth Is only acquired When we surrender to love; All the goodness that comes from above; As we are fed by llife’s inner fire.

ASK

Ask Several times if needed, until you Know the real answer. PLEASE DON’T Assume Something, Said or thought, yet Unsubstantiated Mostly built on Expectations or projections. PLEASE Ask me questions; Seek to know who I am, Kindling true friendship.

A NEIGHBORHOOD POTLUCK

People arrive with delicious treats, Carefully prepared; You’d think this is a famous cook off, But it’s not; It’s a neighborhood potluck. Ah here comes Mrs. Smith with goulash So tantalizing; And here comes Jane with berry cobbler It’s still hot And delicious with ice cream. Moms and dads, children and dogs all come, Ready

ROSES

My love gave me a yellow rose To say that we are friends; To tell me of his loyalty and care that never ends.   My love brought me a rose so white, So fragrant and so pure, My heart sang a new melody About this love so sure.   A red rose gave my

THE POWER OF EXCELLENCE

Can you think of something or someone you have encountered that really impacted you because of excellence? One for me was Guide Dog School. There was a high quality there that extended from the physical environment, to staff and students. The expectation that everyone would join in this standard was explicit and clearly demonstrated. Two