We have all shared information that turned out to be wrong. In the old days, it was simply called gossip. Now thanks to social media, it’s dividing us as a nation.
We’re Happy to Announce Two Winners of our Matt Kurtz Kindness Grant for August 2020
Congratulations to Chelsea Phaire and Shirley Raines, each received $250 to fund their acts of kindness projects!
Once again, we are able to give out two awards because we have so many wonderful people who support us and believe in our mission. We truly appreciate all of the donations that make this possible.
About our August 2020 winners:
Unsung Heroes
Everyone is waiting for the magic bullet, the Covid-19 vaccine, to bring some normalcy back to our lives. We all want to be able to get back to hugging our loved ones, inviting people over for celebrations, going out to dinner, shows, and sporting events. But for now, we’re in limbo trying to figure out the best way to stay safe, keeping our distance from loved ones, wearing our masks, and fearfully watching the number of cases and deaths rise every day.
10 Ways to Reduce Stress in Your Life
Coronavirus, Black Lives Matter, peaceful protesters vs rioters, the economy, politics, masks, social distancing, it’s all stress-inducing.
The Power of a Smile
THE POWER OF A SMILE
The power of a gun can kill and the power of fire can burn
The power of wind can chill and the power of a mind can learn
The power of anger can rage inside until it tears you apart
But the power of a smile, especially yours, can heal a frozen heart
– Tupac Shakur
These days, with everyone wearing a mask, I’m really missing the smiles.
One Race, Human
This is not the post I originally had for today, but I have to speak out about the hate and racism that is going on in our country. It was sickening and heartbreaking watching the video of George Floyd, handcuffed, face down with an officer’s knee on his neck, begging for air. As George died, the officer sat with his hands in his pockets, unmoved by calls from bystanders to give him air.
I understand the rage. I want to help, but I’m only one person and an older white woman at that, what can I do? Continue reading One Race, Human
If You’re Ever Out In Boulder, Colorado . . . .
May 15, 2017. Three years ago, Matt died. It still seems impossible. We still miss him every minute of every day. It still hurts.
Continue reading If You’re Ever Out In Boulder, Colorado . . . .
Winners of the Matt Kurtz Kindness Award for May 2020
Thanks to our generous donors, we are thrilled to announce two winners, Shreyaa Venkat and Jayde Powell, of our Kindness Award. Both of them go above and beyond to help others but it’s especially appreciated during the Coronavirus pandemic. In these strange times, when there is so much anxiety, stress and fear we’re blown away by their compassion, their selflessness, and their ability to get other people to share in their vision of helping those in need. Their acts of kindness have rippled out and touched thousands of lives. It’s incredible, it’s beautiful and we’re so proud to have them as part of our MKRO family.
10 Corona Kindness Warriors
In spite of the stress and fear of the Coronavirus, it’s bringing out the best in people. There are many inspirational stories of people helping one another, spreading kindness and compassion. You too can be a part of this outbreak of kindness. Here are just a few of those stories.
The Coronavirus is Contagious, but so is Kindness and Generosity
“We human beings have survived for a thousand generations, helping one another and inspiring each other. We know how to do this. Instead of getting caught in collective fear and anxiety, we can remember to take a breath, center ourselves, and take practical precautions and protections, but calmly and in the spirit of love. Each of us can contribute to the well-being of ourselves, our communities and our world.” – Jack Kornfield
Continue reading The Coronavirus is Contagious, but so is Kindness and Generosity