Tag Archives: kindness

Not Much

If only one good thing were done in the world this day, then this day is not completely evil. Continue reading

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Payback

Payback Years ago, when our drive home from eating out required fifteen miles of narrow, winding road, a car pulled up close behind us, lights on bright. It stayed close and the lights stayed on bright. There was a time … Continue reading

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A Particular Moment

When you’re on the lookout for opportunities to do good, they usually show up! Continue reading

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Perhaps for Today

Maybe for one day I could believe in good for myself and bring that to others by treating them as I would have them treat me… Continue reading

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Something Deeper, Stronger, Better

There is something… in all that is truly good… something stronger than the storm… Continue reading

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The Softer Works of God

The beauty of a full moon barely shining through the clouds reminds me of the many quiet and gentle folks I’ve loved and admired over the years. Continue reading

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Kindness on Cowley 20

Having a bike ride interrupted by an act of kindness on a hot day made for a better day! Continue reading

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Warm Blessing on a Chilly Day

As Charlie Daniels sang many years ago, “There’s some things in this world you just can’t explain.” Some of those things are mighty fine! Continue reading

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Strangers at Dinner

The unexpected kindness of strangers in a small Arkansas town changes a tired waitress’s night… and maybe more. Continue reading

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The Beauty of Inconvenience

Sometimes kindness to strangers is a bit inconvenient… but it is still kindness. Continue reading

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