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Brotherhood
Support each other through tough times. I listened to the State of the Union address and admire and support President Obama. It’s been fascinating to watch the response to his every sentence. The future success of our country relies on a common brotherhood to push the right buttons, or else a darkened tomorrow will sadden us all. I did not…
Read MoreNotes of Encouragement
The charter school my children attend promotes learning 9 different moral character traits that change monthly. I volunteered to create a bulletin board each month that would help explain and highlight the different moral character traits. One of the traits is encouragement. I wanted to do something that would encourage the kids who really need it, but I couldn’t single…
Read MoreThe criminal case that planted the seed for moder day Restorative Justice!
The Elmira Case… and beyond! By Russ Kelly Who could have imagined that a vandalism spree involving 2 drunken teenagers in 1974 would lead to the restorative processes of today? The effects are widespread indeed; from restorative programs in the justice system, to family group conferencing, to victim-offender mediation, to anti-bullying in schools. The list goes on and on. And…
Read MoreBreathless
Hi, my name is Morgan-Paige. I am 16 years old. I'm a classical pianist and a budding pop artist. My music video 'Breathless' reflects my experiences of being bullied all through public school until I begged to be home schooled. I faced isolation, verbal abuse and physical abuse. I even felt isolated by some of my teachers because it was cooler for them to follow the popular kids. I felt alone and depressed to the point where I'd rather die than to continue living in such depression. At my lowest moment my family realized that something was going on and with support and love, they were able to pull me up and out to a place where I began to love myself again and discover myself worth. I cannot over emphasize the importance of having a strong family support. My hope for this song is that all those who have been bullied or are suffering with depression, can somehow find the beauty in themselves and reclaim their self worth; to not lose their breath, but to hold on and never give up.
WatchA Better Life
Since making this video, I became editor in chief of my high school yearbook which won first place in the state and went on to earn a four year supplemental scholarship to college. It is all thanks to the amazing support I had from family, friends, teachers, and school counselors. I couldn't have done it alone.
Watch1,003,766 and counting
As of last night, ToonUps exceeded the 1,000,000 mark in good deeds and posts for the CURE.org-ToonUps promo to help 10 kids walk. No doubt there will be a press release and a photo op of the check presentation in early February as follow-up to the coverage on CBS Philly - http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2012/01/06/wayne-pa-company-helps-create-a-better-world/
Read MoreLittle Ballerina: A True Story
At the age of 8, my wife Rebecca lost the use of her eyesight and legs due to Reyes Syndrome. She fought for her rights to attend school with her peers. She went to college, and while attending college met me and married me. I wrote a song for her, and we entered a school wide talent show to share…
Read MoreEducated by Dad
My father grew up in Oklahoma during the early years of the Great Depression. He was the only living child of a hardworking farmer and a devoted mother. When Dad completed eighth grade, my grandfather believed his only son would work on the farm. My grandmother, however, understood the door that an education could open even in tough economic times.…
Read MorePassion
"Passion “ In my life I have seen a lot of groups of people who are passionate about things, such as careers or activities that people are proud of. I have also seen people who are passionate about work and earning a living. However, I have seen a person who lost his left arm but was still passionate about work,…
Read MoreAcademically Reborn
I was a troubled young man entering college in 1998 and struggled personally and academically starting my first semester. After five years of academic outcomes that led to being placed on probation multiple times, I was finally told to take time away from school. The personal struggles continued for the next five years until I was mugged in the Dominican…
Read MoreA Loving Son
My son gave me a hand-crafted card that was very touching, it read: Mom- You are so full of love, full of love you are. I love you so much when I am 18, I am going to take you to the movies. I hope we never die. Love, Brady
Read MoreRandom Acts of Flower
Random Acts of Flowers blossomed in 2008 after a near-fatal accident. Founder Larsen Jay felt the ladder he was standing on give way during a roof repair. His story and a half fall left him hospitalized and wheelchair bound for months. During his recovery friends and family showered Jay with flowers and filled his hospital room. Overwhelmed by their generosity and encouragement, Jay made it his mission to pass on those gifts to other patients in much worse shape on his floor who hadn't had any visitors. His personal deliveries served as the inspiration for the charity. In a little more than three years’ time, Random Acts of Flowers’ volunteers now make bi-weekly deliveries to patients across Knoxville, TN and the surrounding community. Partners include seven hospitals, over thirty nursing homes/assisted living facilities and four hospice care centers in the East Tennessee area.
“As people make their New Year’s resolutions, I think it’s important to focus on what we can all do for others. I’m constantly amazed how we turn flowers left over from weddings, memorials and other special events into smiles by recycling flowers for patients in need. Every week we see first-hand the power of this simple gesture of kindness. And I know we’ve positively affected that person’s life, if only for a moment.” – Larsen Jay, Founder/Executive Director
Random Acts of Flowers is a Knoxville, TN based 501(c)(3) non-profit charity whose volunteers collect flowers from weddings, memorial services, florists, special events, grocery stores and churches – to recycle and re-purpose them into beautiful bouquets for delivery to patients in area hospitals, nursing homes and hospice care centers. The charitable service of Random Acts of Flowers supports mental health, spreads joy, and offers comfort through random, thoughtful, botanical deliveries.
Random Acts of Flowers celebrated its 10,000th delivery this month in addition to recycling over 14,000 vases. This not only marks major milestones, but also launches a year of strategic planning to expand Random Acts of Flowers into other cities around the country.
WatchTo Protect and Serve
It was 15 degrees below zero and 1:30 AM when the car ran out of gas miles from home. I was young and poor, too poor to keep a full tank. My friend and I got out and started to walk in the cold. I had on my dancing shoes, silly me. But, my coat was warm enough for a…
Read MoreMile Friday
It was Friday and it was time to run our mile. Once we stepped on the track I could feel the breeze passing through my face,it was about 32 degrees outside. It was time to run and once the stopwatch started, I sprinted the first lap. Usually I was the second one to finish, but that day I didn't realize…
Read MoreTennis Is Life
I've been playing tennis since I was 8, and I'm 14 years old. I plan to get a scholarship to a well ranked school, tennis wise, in America. I go to practice 5 days a week from 5-7, sometimes starting at 4:30. On the weekend I do physical training with my Dad, usually interval training. You may think this must…
Read MoreBeing Different and Being Remembered.
I have an 8 year old brother with Down Syndrome. He was born when I was 5. He is my best friend. Everywhere we go people either stop and stare, or are friendly and approach us with nice comments. Either way, we are remembered. And I'm never embarrassed or ashamed.
Read MoreEven Though It Might Get You Down...
In pals, we watched a 30 hour famine and it just showed us that we're very privileged, not only with food, but material things too!
Read MoreBattle With Autism
When my little brother was in the middle of eating his 5th birthday cake we got a call from a doctor saying that "he had autism, good luck" and he hung up. He soon stopped talking and stopped acting normal. I am his big sister and ever since he stopped talking I have never heard his voice and it's 2012.…
Read MoreI Decided...
There is no substitute for LIFE! Either you are in it or you're not. It seems to me that many people that I know have been "wishing and hoping and thinking and praying", but I have heard few of them say they are really LIVING the life they wish to live. Well I decided a while ago that I was…
Read MoreThanks, Kermit
I saw your Kermit the Frog billboard several years ago on my way to a work meeting. At the time, I was a reporter, which was not the right job for me. My dream was to stay home with my kids and be a writer. Seeing the billboard was surreal to me because first of all, it was just the…
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