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High-Fives, Hugs, and a Great Story

I exited the building and walked towards my car.  My right hand red and throbbing from the day's repeated blunt-force trauma.  My head pounded from the loud noise, the constant chatter, and the overall chaos.  My heart raced a mile-a-minute from the exhilaration and the excitement.  The corners of my mouth were sore from one… Continue reading High-Fives, Hugs, and a Great Story

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Impact Lives as a Soul Medic

There are so many people hurting in our world.  They are struggling to fit in, struggling to cope, and in some instances struggling to survive.  They are overwhelmed with feelings of despair.  Many have lost hope. We live in an age of negativity.  Turn on the news and what do you see?  You will see… Continue reading Impact Lives as a Soul Medic

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Alzheimer’s Sucks!

Alzheimer’s sucks!  There is really no other way to say it.  Well, I could easily say it a different way by adding a lot of graphic, inappropriate expletives.  However, I won’t.  I will just say that it sucks. It is a disease that affects millions of people.  Actually, there are more than 5 million people in… Continue reading Alzheimer’s Sucks!

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Constant Need, Instant Gratification

Volunteer opportunities and giving moments come in a variety of shapes and sizes.  Some require a great deal of research, paperwork, and commitment.  Others offer quick and easy ways to serve without much hassle.  Regardless of the project size and red tape, all opportunities give those who volunteer the opportunity to make a difference in… Continue reading Constant Need, Instant Gratification

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A True Place of History

Our commitment to volunteerism has introduced us to so many things.  Our eyes have been opened to the need that exists in our city.  Our hearts have been touched by the great organizations and the people who serve our neighbors with strong dedication and commitment.  Week after week we encounter the new.  New people, new… Continue reading A True Place of History

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Empowering Struggling Students

I sat quietly in my chair and looked around the small room that The Crossing Educational Center uses for Family Time.  A diverse group of students worked to complete the given assignment.  It wasn't the typical math problem, essay question, or science experiment.  It was something completely different.  Their task was to write their biggest fear,… Continue reading Empowering Struggling Students

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Bike Valets for a Great Organization

If you live in or around Fort Wayne you are familiar with the trails. You have enjoyed a nice walk along the Towpath Trail in the hopes of catching a glimpse of an eagle or other wildlife around the Eagle Marsh.  You have jogged a few miles around southwest Allen County on the Aboite Trails.… Continue reading Bike Valets for a Great Organization

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Giving Time to Beautify Our City

Question: What do used feminine hygiene products, a soiled pair of blue jeans, liquor bottles, and a cell phone have in common? Answer: All of these items were picked up on the streets of Fort Wayne during our latest volunteer activity. Yep, you read that right.  These are a just a few of the items… Continue reading Giving Time to Beautify Our City

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Linnie Mae: An Exciting Time

It is an exciting time for our new book Linnie Mae's New Friends.  We thought it was time to share another update. 1. We have print proofs of the book in our hands.  We are reviewing them and making any needed changes and modifications at this time.  Once finalized, we will give the green light… Continue reading Linnie Mae: An Exciting Time

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A Summer Pup-nic

Ahhhhh, Summer!  Great food, sunny days, ice cream, picnics with family, and playing with your dogs in the park.  We love summer and this week's volunteer activity brought everything that we enjoy together at one time in one place. That place was Shoaff Park and the event was The Summer Pup-nic and Ice Cream Social… Continue reading A Summer Pup-nic