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Everything you need to plan a bachelorette party getaway

Planning a bachelorette party getaway can be extremely fun, but also time consuming and stressful if you don’t have the right tools. This past weekend, we celebrated by sister’s bachelorette party in San Diego, CA. I did a lot of researching leading up to the weekend, and a lot of Pinteresting looking for resources, i.e. packing lists, agenda templates, grocery lists, game ideas and templates,…

Day 1

Today is the last day of the 40 Days of Good News project, and since getting to this point feels like a miracle in itself, I thought it best to leave you with one last miracle.

My uncle once knew a man who from time to time was a patient at the hospital he worked at.

This tall, thin, Ojibwe man was special in many ways; including having been born with organs positioned on the opposite side…

Day #2: Sportsmanship at its finest

Minnesota cross-country skier Jesse Diggins has skied in competitions around the world, including the 2014 Olympics.

While racing in Lillehammer Diggins was skiing the anchor position in the relay. She was tagged in from her teammate to be in a close third place.

Norway 1 was far in the lead, but she was close behind Finland, with Sweden and Norway 2 trailing close behind her.

She managed to…

Day #3: Choosing to do what’s best, not just hope for it

Day 3

A woman was at a busy intersection,waiting for her turn to go, when she noticed an elderly woman crossing the street.

It had snowed that day and roads we’re tricky, so she grew worried as she saw the woman trying to cross the street against the red light.

When the elderly woman neared a pile of snow in the street she began walking in circles, apparently unsure if she should continue on or…

Day #4: The Student/Teacher Bond

Today’s post is about a teacher that knows the importance of leaving the classroom.

A 3rd grade teacher and her husband recently attended a piano recital in which one of her students was performing.

The couple walked into the church, took their seats and quickly caught the eye of the student who was there to perform. The student’s smile was priceless.

He walked over to couple, said hello, and led…

Day #5: Colleagues of kindness

You know those days when everything seems to overlap and go wrong? A few months back I had a day like that.

I had been working intently on a project for several weeks, and I kept getting push back from one person. On top of that, new projects seemed to be piling up, and I couldn’t give anything my full attention.

Running from work to home, working late, nerves about presentations; it was all…

Day #6: Going flat

Today’s story is from Travis.

Three years ago, while living in Milwaukee, Travis got a flat tire on his new (yet previously owned) car. The car itself was a huge investment, which left little to no money for repairs.

As a quick fix, he found a local mechanic who replaced the flat tire with a used tire for very little money. It was a quick fix.

The next few weeks became extremely busy. While fun,…

Day #7: The Unsung Hero

Day 7

Today’s story is not so much a story as it is a hope of a story.

My colleague sent me this video, which albeit is sponsored by Thai Life Insurance (I believe), basically brought me to tears.

It’s the story of the unsung hero who continues to help out where he can everyday, not because of the fame, fortune or success it brings, but because it makes him happy and it makes the people he helps…

Day #8: The Real-World Tortoise and the Hare

Today’s story is mostly self-serving. I heard this story today, and it’s serving as my motivation to push through and finish up the remaining 8 days of good news… with a smile. I hope it helps you get through whatever obstacle comes your way.

In 1983, the Melbourne Ultra Marathon – a 566-mile foot race that started in Sydney, Australia, and ended in Melbourne was just about to begin when a man,…

Day #9: Legos are better than Morphine

Day 9

Today’s story is from a co-worker. His family suffered a horrible accident, and found their way of coping with the pain could help others.

A few years back, his 2 and 5-year old sons were seriously burned when a pot of boiling water accidentally fell from the stove.

The 2-year old suffered 1st and 2nd degree burns on his hands and belly, while the 5-year-old suffered 2nd and 3rd degree…

Day #10: Starting Fresh

Day 10

My good friend moved home after college, while she saved up money as an intern. After a year and a half she was going a little crazy living at home, and after finding a full-time position was ready to move out and find a roommate.

It was on Thanksgiving, while they were decorating the Christmas tree, that her brother finally suggested she reach out to an old friend’s sister. She hadn’t…

Day #11: Returning what was lost

Day 11

Today’s story is about going the extra mile to make someone’s day easier.

A woman and her coworker went to the park for lunch one day, and while they were there found a credit card on the ground.

They picked it up and went back to their office.  They decided to do a couple Facebook searches to get more information about the woman who the card belonged to.

They discovered the woman worked…

Day #12: Burrito appreciation

Day 12

Today’s story is a short, but nice one.

A girl I work with visits the Chipotle in our building regularly. She’s there often enough that the other day the manager offered to get her burrito for her…just because they see her around.

How great is that? Nothing like a burrito to brighten a day.

Please keep sending you stories of good news and generosity my way.

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Day #13: If you can dream it, you can do it

Day 13

Did you know about Tim Harris, Albuquerque’s happiest purveyor of breakfast, lunch, and hugs?

Tim was born in 1986 with Down Syndrome, and has spent his life exceeding expectations. He worked for years in multiple food service related positions, went to college, and then in 2010 opened his own restaurant, “Tim’s Place.”

Tim welcomes everyone who comes into his restaurant with a hug. Time…

Day #14: A generous tip

Day 14

Last week a waitress in Little Falls, MN was given a $200.00 tip on a meal that totaled $14.46. Why? Because the diner appreciated her attitude and work ethic.

“If I could have left her a $2,000 tip, I would have,” Blom [the diner] said in an email to Fox 9.

The diner ordered French toast and a side of sausage, totaling only $14.46. The diner explained she had recently gotten a higher…

Day #15: Chesed – Loving kindness

Day 15

Note: I missed yesterday’s post because of a busy schedule. This kind story is worth waiting for though.

This story is from a co-worker:

When she was 18, she worked regularly at a coffee shop.  One day at work, one of the regular patrons, a pretty devout Jewish guy, asked for a favor.

She was leaving tomorrow for two weeks of travel in France—it was the first time she’d be traveling alone.…