Aging / Building Harmony / Cancer Survivor / Coronavirus / COVID-19 / Friendship / Generosity / Kindness & Compassion / Social distancing

Thriving with coronavirus: My 7-step purpose plan

Others have returned to work, and I’m still self-isolating during the coronavirus outbreak. No complaints, mind you, because I’ve found ways to stay sane and to stay connected with others. I have a seven-point action plan that has brought fresh purpose to my life, and maybe it will yours. Here goes: Lift others’ spirits. Call … Continue reading

Building Harmony / Coronavirus / COVID-19 / Generosity / Kindness / Pandemic / Unity

Coronavirus: Corporate heroes deserve patronage

What do the nation’s airlines and Burger King have in common? They are among the selfless companies helping America in time of need – during the throes of the coronavirus. The airlines, including JetBlue, United and Delta, transported volunteer doctors and nurses free of charge to the worst COVID–19 hot spots in America – New … Continue reading

Building Harmony / Coronavirus / COVID-19 / Nature / Songbirds

Coronavirus times: Mockingbird and me

Self-isolation has taken away a lot from us, but not Mother Nature. Go for a walk and enjoy the outdoors. You may be surprised at what you’ll discover. Yesterday, I ran into a mockingbird perched on a neighbor’s car. This proud, talented creature was serenading the neighborhood a mere three feet away. I feebly whistled … Continue reading

Building Harmony / Friendship / Kindness / Kindness & Compassion / Love / Matters of the Heart

Random Acts of Kindness report

My wife and I decided to get a head start on Random Acts of Kindness Week in mid-February. It was fulfilling for us to step outside our immediate cares and concerns to extend a hand to others. Our Kindness Journal was a daily reminder to be considerate of neighbors, assist strangers in need and to … Continue reading

Building Harmony / Discrimination / Diversity / Equality / Tolerance

Norristown or any town

It’s sickening to watch another one of those viral videos: A bigot attacking a Muslim family eating dinner at a restaurant in the Norristown, Pa., area. The man unleashes a tirade of hate-filled language at a married couple and their two small children minding their own business. Their “crime?” Dressing in different clothes. Looking and … Continue reading