My new friend Peter, age 9 (almost 10), was inspired by the recent announcement of President-Elect Biden to write this haiku. It is shared with his permission. Thank you, Peter! Keep writing! the world will not die, the criminal is now gone, a new president! #humpdayhaiku
Finding Perspective and Celebrating The Privilege of Clean Water on World Water Day
Today (March 22) is World Water Day, a United Nations “holiday” that marks an international observance and an opportunity to learn more about water related issues, be inspired to tell others and take action to make a difference. It’s a big deal in my world. If you know me or follow me, you probably understand […]
Philanthropy Friday: "I can make a difference in the world."
This following article is a guest post from my friend Max. Max is a 7-year-old simple giver whom I met while volunteering at the Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program. I asked him to share with you what inspired him to coordinate a fundraising pancake breakfast to benefit MCHPP for the past two years. His mom, Danielle, […]
Empty Next Syndrome
This following article is a guest post from my friend and a former co-worker way-back-when, Sheila Adell. I know it’s supposed to be Empty Nest syndrome but what I am really wondering is “what’s next?” There are countless parenting books on how to breast feed, potty train and home school your child but not a lot […]
On ONE.org: Creatively Using the Power of Community for Advocacy on #WorldWaterDay
On Friday, I had the honor of having a post published on the ONE blog. ONE, cofounded by Bono, is an international campaigning and advocacy organization of more than 6 million people taking action to end extreme poverty and preventable disease, particularly in Africa. I wrote about how I used the power of a community I […]
On World Moms Blog: Introducing Kids to Global Citizenship on World Water Day
Sunday, March 22nd was World Water Day, a day to celebrate water and bring awareness to the fact that far too many people still lack access to safe water and toilets. One in ten of the world’s population lives without safe drinking water and 40% do not have adequate sanitation. These statistics are staggering to […]
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