Searching for the ‘Good’ in the News
When I wake up, I flip on the national news to see what’s going on in the world. I hear about natural disasters, war, infidelity, death, and the bad economy. In the evening, I check in with local and national [...]
My Experience as a Volunteer Dog Foster
After our Labrador Cain passed away in July 2009 I started thinking about being a volunteer dog foster. I checked out the Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue website to see what was involved. But Piper (Cain’s sister) wasn’t into other dogs, [...]
In Memory of Piper – Beloved Black Labrador
Farewell Old Lady Piper… Woof – my name is Piper. I passed away on May 21, 2011. I was a sweet, mellow Labrador who had a long, full life (I had just celebrated my 14th birthday). I came into the [...]
Time Travel Through History
If you could travel back in time and observe history, where would you go and what would you see? Last night I found myself daydreaming as I relaxed in the backyard by the fire… There was a cool breeze and [...]
Technology Empowers Communities in Developing World
Inspired by the ways people empower communities through technology … Technology has changed our world in so many ways… The effects have ranged from fantastic to catastrophic. I’ve come across some inspiring ways that technology empowers by people by facilitating [...]
Social Entrepreneurs Help Reduce Poverty
Inspired by social entrepreneurs who create sustainable income opportunities … Have you ever heard of a Social Entrepreneur? I’ve long been inspired by non-profit organizations, but recently discovered the significant ways that social enterprises impact the world. A Social Entrepreneur [...]