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The Gifts We Don’t Give: Appreciating The In-Betweeners Day 3

“You only lose what you cling to.” — Buddha Our values are reflected in what we give. Some of us give things. Some give money. Some give talent and time. The causes to which we contribute speak to the heart … Continue reading

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Clearing The Path

“We often take for granted the very things that most deserve our gratitude.” — Cynthia Ozick It was just a simple remark, said in passing. I had stopped into the office of my daughter’s school yesterday. The reader board was … Continue reading

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It’s Hard To Hear Appreciation In The Silence

“Silence is a text easy to misread.  “ — A.A. Attanasio There are days when we silently give our time to the appreciation of no one. And then there are other days. A broken bottle lay on the street near … Continue reading

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Post-Christmas Resolution, Day 309 – Cheers! (To You)

“Everyone has an invisible sign hanging from their neck saying, ‘Make me feel important.’ Never forget this message when working with people.” — Mary Kay Ash On a sunny and crisp autumn afternoon, I took a run. For five miles … Continue reading

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