I wanted to title this post for the Day of Encouragement, Share a Hug, but then realized there are so many places these days it is improper to give a hug. I find that very sad. If someone I know is feeling a little down I offer a hug. But, if someone is getting close to reaching a hard goal, or wanting to try harder at school, then a high-five is an appropriate gesture. Personally, I have never quite connected with the high-five. It seems so sterile and empty to me. I know, it’s probably only me that thinks that. Continue reading “Share a High Five”
If you were old enough to understand what was happening on September 11, 2001, you will never forget the day the World Trade Towers in New York City were destroyed by terrorists. You will also never forget the plane that was hijacked and went down in Pennsylvania or the strike on the Pentagon. We lost nearly 3000 people that day, and some have died since from health complications. Patriot Day was established to give tribute to those lives. A few years later the title of National Day of Service and Remembrance was added so the first responders and good Samaritans that helped in the rescue would also be recognized. Continue reading “Never Forget”
I hope you never find yourself in need of a food-bank, but if you do, I hope it is a well-stocked one. Food banks only have supplies if someone donates them. National Food Bank Day brings awareness to that need. Continue reading “Helping Out”
My husband and I recently went to a dinner hosted by his company. During dessert time, the company owner went around the table and asked each couple how they met. He came right out and told us, if his employees know each other better they become more invested and caring so working together improves. The owner is a very smart man who my husband admires and respects highly. The company is a pleasure to work for. Continue reading “How Did You Meet?”
Few people like to talk about grief so having an awareness day for it is a good thing. I have had more than my share of personal losses for my age and now as a retiree, the number grows by the year. It’s hard to deal with and accept one of life’s natural progressions at times. The void left when someone close to you dies is all too real. Continue reading “Everyone Grieves Differently”
Today is Just Because Day. Why they chose a picture of a pretty blue bird for today is a mystery to me. I think I would have chosen a picture of people dancing in the rain, having a good time. Anyway, the point behind today is take the time to do something you have always thought about or wanted to, just because. The calendar points out it can be something in the line of helping others, a daring scary experience, or buying that item you have been longing for, or maybe even trying a food that makes you squirm. Continue reading “Just Do It”
Sue Spitulnik 