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Somebody get me a cheeseburger

That line from the Steve Miller Band reminds me of normal times. Of course, we can still grab one from McDonalds etc. but it just isn’t the same with a (necessary) mask on. Remember that the day is coming when we’ll be free of COVID and its restrictions. Looking toward...

You don’t need a weatherman

…to know which way the wind blows. The wind is surely howling and the storm rages on. We already know that, so what good is it to focus too much on the daily numbers? Instead, why not cherish the folks who help keep us together, and who get the same strength from us?...

We can be champions

They aren’t just defined by winning a Super Bowl or Stanley Cup. A champion is also crowned whenever somebody rises to real-life challenges with compassion and caring. Whenever another person gains strength from the kindness you give. The game is on and the stakes...

Something has to give

…and it may as well be us. Thanks for giving your smile, good wishes, and other positive stuff wherever you can. It won’t disappear when you do. In fact, the spirit may grow stronger as you practice it more. Pay it forward and pass it on. Which one are you?

What is kindness worth?

It can’t be weighed. No tape measure can do it justice. However, it’s priceless and worth more than our lifetimes have ever seen. The best thing is that we all can be wealthy if our caring actions are properly invested. When you deposit your smartphone videos of...

People ARE noticing

It’s about time that people are finally raising their voices against the “Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead” attitude about reopening schools. We’ve been way too meek in accepting arbitrary decisions that ignore public health and welfare. Look where it’s gotten us!...

So what’s new?

When it seems like another edition of Weird Groundhog Day, let’s remember the stuff that keeps us ticking through it all. Everyone’s recipe is different. The more people who include a dash of kindness and a carafe of caring, the better. Pay it forward and pass it on....

The boom continues to be lowered

At times like these, we’ve risen to the challenge with plenty of hope for renewal. Renewal of spirit. Renewal of faith in the return of good times. Hope for the best in our future, and in ourselves. May this video add to those thoughts. Pay it forward and pass it on.