The World is a mysterious, sometimes scary, place filled with vulnerable people capable of feeling immense pain. However, at the same time, it’s also full

Kindness Changes Everything
The World is a mysterious, sometimes scary, place filled with vulnerable people capable of feeling immense pain. However, at the same time, it’s also full
For those of you familiar with my writing, first of all, thank you for reading the words that stumble out of my mind and heart
Lately, at work, I have spent more time with paper than people, which has contributed to a resurgence of my stress and anxiety. Today, though,
For the past few days, I have experienced writer’s block or, perhaps, kindness block. Whatever has had me in a sort of literary limbo, I
Today, I had the honor and pleasure of attending the de Paul School’s 18th Annual Compassion Celebration, and it captured the true spirit of this
Some of the greatest teachers and biggest motivators in my life are the guests at the day shelter for homeless men where I work, and
On the eve of Halloween, I find myself reflecting on both past Halloweens and the one that is upon us now. As much as I
Recently, the executive director at the day shelter for homeless men where I work posted the following story on the shelter’s Facebook page: “Chris is
The Most Important Thing my Father Taught Me by CptAJ It’s not something he said. He said a lot of good things; good things about
For just a moment, think about a time when you felt loved and accepted unconditionally. A time when you felt wanted and needed. A time
Yesterday marked the thirteenth anniversary of 9/11, and like many people, I found myself reliving the horrific events of that terrifying day. Even after over
If you haven’t figured it out by now, some of my favorite people to write about are the guests who frequent the day shelter for
As I wrapped up another long day at work this evening, I was more than ready to head home, but there was one more very
It seems like social media gets a bad rap for increasingly becoming a platform for bullying, gossiping, spreading negativity, etc., and some days, I would