Category Archives: Inspirational

Favorite #93: Mother’s Day

A Mother’s Heart is a Servant’s Heart On the second Sunday of May, it’s not unusual to hear the words, “Happy Mother’s Day.” Although moms everywhere enjoy getting flowers, candy and presents, most are happy just to spend time with … Continue reading

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Favorite #92: Daughters of the American Revolution

Serving the Community Daughters of the American Revolution is an organization known in the community for patriotism and service. Formed in 1890, some of its goals include preserving history, providing scholarships, promoting literacy and supporting efforts to help veterans. Ever since I … Continue reading

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Favorite #91: Earth Day

         Time to Care Even though Earth Day has come and gone, if we’re really concerned about our environment, then Earth Day should be everyday. Since the first Earth Day in 1970, one must wonder if our efforts have even … Continue reading

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Favorite #90: Jazz, Beatles and the Rolling Stones

The Next Generation The Post-World War II Baby Boomer generation enjoyed the innocent and yet not so innocent years of youth listening to groups such as the Beatles and the Rolling Stones. Now, 50 years later, that style of music … Continue reading

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Favorite # 89: National Volunteer Week

Serving the Community As I was driving by a church, recently, I saw a sign that said celebrate National Volunteer Week. With our economy and government stretched to the limit, people are finding new ways to fill in the gaps. … Continue reading

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Favorite #88: Communities in Schools

Meeting the Needs of Children Communities in Schools is a wonderful resource for providing opportunities and programs some children might not otherwise experience. A partnership, this far reaching program serves students throughout the nation in approximately 27 states.  Assisting students in becoming the best they can … Continue reading

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Favorite #87: Cotton Ketchie in Love Valley

Preserving the Past through the Written Word  A couple of weeks ago I shared about Cotton Ketchie’s expertise as an artist and photographer in blog post Favorite #83. Although I’ve known him for only a few months, he’s so warm … Continue reading

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Favorite #86: Friends Helping Friends

In Need of a Kidney Transplant This week I actually had planned on writing about a local school, but plans changed when one of my friends, Norma Thomas, sent me a message on Facebook. Norma said one of our mutual friends, Charlene Fero, had … Continue reading

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Favorite #85: Richard’s Coffee Shop

A Haven for Veterans Even though the sign out front says, “Richard’s Coffee Shop,” anyone passing by will get the first hint there’s more since everything in the large display window is related somehow to the military. Having enough artifacts … Continue reading

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Favorite #84: Rocky River Elementary School

Creative Ways of Learning Rocky River Elementary School in Mooresville, NC is one of those schools where you feel welcome the minute you enter the door. Perhaps the bright and colorful halls contribute to that perception, but mostly it’s the bright and … Continue reading

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