Posts Tagged ‘gratitude’
Taking the Poke and Saying Thanks
1/10/17 I’ve never enjoyed being poked by a stranger in search of my blood. On the discomfort scale it’s akin to having a dental hygienist stretch my lips to floss my molars. But there’s a notable distinction between the two. While flossing is good for my health, having my blood drawn can save others‘ lives. Though…
Read MoreThe Secret Power of Expressing Gratitude
1/3/17 Everyone is talking about gratitude these days. It’s good for your soul to feel grateful. Gratitude fosters resilience. What’s even better than experiencing gratitude? Expressing your gratitude – to your boss for the great year-end bonus, to your spouse for giving you a day at the spa, to your neighbor for shoveling your walk…
Read MoreFor Greg Rye It’s a Season of Reflection and Gratitude
11/23/16 Many decades ago, Greg Rye was a young college graduate with a dream of wearing a badge and carrying a gun. He imagined a life in law enforcement, be it with the FBI, Secret Service or a local police force. He got a job as a part-time community service officer but it was short…
Read MoreAutism: Grief, Gratitude and Gifts
Have you noticed that blue is the new pink? It’s Autism Awareness Month, and following the lead of breast cancer advocates, autism advocates are bluing it up to highlight a condition that is near to my heart. Ten years ago I began writing about autism and the challenges it presented for my son and our…
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