In 2011 I designed some letterpress cards bearing this haiku: all heroism is a matter of sharing what we've been given From the moment I scribbled those words, I was convinced of the truth that being a hero doesn't require anything magical or superhuman. It only requires us to share what we have. Looking at … Continue reading The thank-you project
Hyatt Place notes
About ten days ago I arrived in Memphis, Tennessee, for a work project. Since then I've experienced a lot of new sights, tastes and challenges. A positive tone was struck the moment I walked into my hotel room to find this on the table: If know me a little, you may have some idea how … Continue reading Hyatt Place notes
Lollipop moments
Far too many of us live our lives unaware of the impact we have on the people around us. A moment of unassuming generosity may change someone else's life without us even noticing.
Sustainable gratitude
When I began my thank-you project, there were results I expected and others I did not. One of the expected results was to simply let others know the gifts they'd shared had been noticed and appreciated. As a person with a tendency to get wrapped up in his own head, I often forget to acknowledge … Continue reading Sustainable gratitude