A Helping Hand at Sam’s: Kindness in the Parking Lot.
Today, something unexpectedly wonderful happened at the Sam’s in Houma, Louisiana—a small act of kindness that left me feeling truly grateful and touched. I had just finished shopping and was walking out to my car, juggling the last of my…
A Muffin, a Coffee, and a Smile: A Heartwarming Act of Kindness.
Today started in the most heartwarming way. Early this morning, I received a call from Dispatcher Morse with an unusual request—one that I would soon realize had the power to brighten someone’s entire day. The man at the center of…
A Simple Act of Kindness on the Streets of Greeley.
Today, Kirsten Jones and I were driving through Greeley, heading down 29th to 23rd Avenue to drop her off at work. As we came around a familiar bend, I noticed a Greeley Police officer parked in the right turn lane….
From Rough Beginnings to Dreaming Big: Our Farming Journey.
Three years ago today, I was heavily pregnant, and Greg and I were starting what felt like a brand new chapter in our lives. We had just escaped a tiny, mold-infested apartment that had made me terribly sick, and in…
Notes That Speak Love: A Mother’s Connection Across Miles.
Today was one of those days that every parent feels deeply in their chest—the kind of day that comes with a mix of pride, love, and quiet, aching sadness. We drove our son to the train station, sending him back…
From a Dollar to a Lifeline: Helping John Find Hope.
Last night, I had an encounter that reminded me just how transformative small acts of kindness can be. It all started in the Britton Plaza parking lot. I noticed a man waiting to cross the street and, after letting him…
A Sergeant’s Simple Act That Fed More Than Just a Stomach.
In our town, kindness often shows itself in quiet, unassuming ways. Sgt. Burgess recently reminded us all of that. During a routine check-in on one of our elderly community members, he discovered that the man had not eaten all day…
A Quiet Act of Kindness That Made a Difference.
It was just another ordinary evening at Tractor Supply, and my 18-year-old son was finishing up his shift. The store was calm but bustling, the hum of customers and checkout scanners filling the air. As closing time approached, a man…
Beyond the Grade: Seeing the Whole Child.
Today, I gave my 10-year-old son a math test. He spent nearly an hour, scribbling across four sheets of scratch paper. Every problem was tackled with focus and determination. When he finally handed it to me, I could see the…
A Ride Home: When Kindness Goes the Extra Mile.
Meet Nick Bonness, a dedicated security guard who works the night shift at the front entrance of the Stonewolf Golf Course community. Every night he is scheduled, Nick makes a remarkable journey: he walks from his home in Belleville to…