Last week I shared several posts with gift ideas and suggestions of foods that we can make to give as gifts. This week I would like to focus on charitable gift ideas.… Read more
Giving Back
Posts about people who volunteer (giving back to society) and work to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Couture Planet is Making Masks for Medical Heroes
During this time of crisis the team at one of my favorite local companies, Couture Planet, saw a need and immediately stepped up to help. Couture Planet is making masks for our medical heroes. … Read more
Dianna Peterson, Making Special Gifts for Hospital Patients
In this latest installment in my Giving Back series, I’m writing about Dianna and other members of the Sew What group, who make and donate so many helpful items to patients in Massachusetts hospitals. Their contributions to babies in NICUs (neonatal intensive care units), as well as to adolescents and adults battling cancer, bring comfort and a personal touch to the patients’ hospital stays.… Read more
Chuck Bennett, Creating Holiday Meals and Good Cheer at a Local Homeless Shelter
I’m celebrating the services of Chuck Bennett in this next post in my Giving Back series. This series features people who are trying make a difference in the lives of others and, in doing so, making this world a better place. Chuck is one of those wonderful people.
Every Thanksgiving and Christmas day, Chuck cooks a bountiful holiday meal for clients at a local homeless shelter. Everyone sits down at a large table to share in the homemade goodness and holiday cheer.
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Following Up with Devin Mara, Peace Corps Volunteer
Last year I wrote about Devin Mara’s work as a Peace Corps Volunteer on the island of Pohnpei in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM). I wanted to catch you all up on what’s been happening with Devin. The photo above shows a Yap traditional stick dance performed by elementary students.… Read more