The Bond That Survived a Breakup.
When relationships end, bonds often shatter with them. Families drift apart, connections fade, and people quietly walk out of each other’s lives. But sometimes, love is stronger than circumstance — and it refuses to let go. When my relationship with…
A Small Act of Kindness in Athens That Meant the World.
Yesterday, in the middle of busy downtown Athens, I was reminded of something important: kindness often shows up in the simplest, most unexpected ways. My daughter Avery and I had been out when, suddenly, she urgently needed to use the…
A Plane Full of Strangers Proved Kindness Still Exists.
Airports are rarely known for patience. Tight schedules, unexpected delays, and the rush to get home often leave travelers irritable and short-tempered. But on a recent Delta flight to Boise, something extraordinary unfolded — a moment of collective compassion that…
Travis Kelce’s First Big Purchase: A Future for Kansas City’s Youth.
When Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce signed his four-year, $57 million contract extension in 2020, he knew exactly what he wanted to do with it. Instead of indulging in luxury cars, designer jewelry, or a sprawling new mansion,…
A Lemonade Stand of Love: How One Boy Repaid Kindness With Kindness.
When storms tore through the neighborhood, many homes were left with damage — broken shingles, scattered debris, and costly repairs. Among those affected was Mrs. Elissa Myers, a kind neighbor who had always been a comforting presence in the community….
The Ripple of a Sixth Grader’s Kindness.
Driving a school bus means I get to see a lot of little moments — chatter, laughter, sometimes tears. But last week, I witnessed something that reminded me just how powerful a child’s heart can be. There’s a sixth grader…
The Veteran at Waffle King.
Tonight, while sitting down to eat dinner at Waffle King, I noticed an older man at the door. It was raining outside, and he was drenched from head to toe. In his hand, he carried a small bucket labeled “Mentally…
A Simple Meal, An Extraordinary Act of Kindness.
Today was supposed to be a big step for my son, Hunter. He has non-verbal autism, and his class had planned a field trip to Chili’s. The goal was simple but meaningful: each student would order and pay for their…
The Officer with a Screwdriver and a Helping Hand.
“He didn’t have to do it, but he went ahead and did anyway.” So often in life, the little gestures of kindness go unnoticed. They don’t make the evening news, they don’t spark viral headlines — but they matter. They…
The Day Santa Told My Son It’s Okay to Be Himself.
This Christmas season gave me a gift I’ll never forget — one that had nothing to do with wrapped boxes or twinkling lights. It happened at the RiverTown Crossings Mall, in a moment so small and yet so powerful that…