Many Thanks

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Lately, it seems I've been really quiet and here's a little bit about it. I've seen trials come and go in my short lifetime but I've never seen any of them add up to what it has been lately. Normally, it's just one area in my life that I'm struggling with or working on. But right now, it's everything. It has been pouring down and the sun hasn't come out to shine yet (oh, it will eventually).

What has amazed me the most is those who have helped step in to warm me up and keep me dry until the storm is over. We all need people like that in our lives to help us weather the storm. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. . .

I have learned how important it is to surround myself with good people. It always surprises me who will step in when I need it most. They are heaven sent angels in my opinion. I love each and every one of them dearly.

I only hope that I can be such a person to help someone through their stormy trials and listen with understanding.

"True friends are always together in spirit." -Anne Shirley 

xoxo

Making a difference

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Often on Friday's I looked forward to seeing ABC News Person of the Week feature. Sometimes, it does feature celebrities but mostly, I look forward to Friday's when they show everyday people being an everyday hero. Here's what I found this week around the web of people making a difference.

Eric Stonestreet from Modern Family writes, "Why we 'Stand Up to Cancer.'

Blogger Ashley Ann at Under the Sycamore finally is coming home after picking up a sweet little girl from China, you can read about her journey here.

This teacher is doing her best to make it a wonderful year for her students. We need more teachers like her in the world. Have you read this article about bullying and talked about it with your children? You should, it could make all the difference.

While we're on the topic of school, the words be brave is the motto for this sweet family.

Parents who have children with a disability definitely deserve a medal. Here they share their words of hope.

We can all make a difference everyday by small and simple things. Sometimes it even just starts with a smile. What a great reminder to say without words, everything is going to be okay.

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Summer of Sight

I'm sure you've heard me talk about Toms before.

They are the company with the slogan "one for one." Now they've stepped that up with their eyewear. If you've ever bought a pair of prescription glasses and didn't have insurance, the bill can add up really quickly.

Yep, it's that simple.

Then with these beauties, you can't go wrong to summer eyewear and the simple fact-you should always protect your eyes from the sun. 

Save your eyes and help take a step towards saving humanity. Totally, a win-win. Above glasses found here and here. 
Note: I am not affiliated with Toms. I just like what they do and the product they create. I'm hoping that by spreading the word, good karma will come my way. You should spread the word too. 

For Japan

If you're like me, you've wanted to help from the very beginning.

But it can be hard to know how to help.

This site it wonderful and those people need as much help as they can get.

Even if it's only a few dollars, every penny counts.
http://www.forjapanwithlove.com/

The sole meaning of life is to serve humanity.
~Leo Nikolaevich Tolstoy