WEEK 9 OF ACTION: REMEMBER AND HONOR

For many, the real meaning behind Memorial Day is lost — it’s just another day off of school or work or an appreciated 3-day weekend. But this “day” is one that represents a national awareness and respect for those brave Americans who died while defending our nation and its values.

WEEK 8 OF ACTION: HAVE AMBER ALERTS SENT TO YOU

AMBER: America’s Missing: Broadcast Emergency Response is named in honor of 9-year old Amber Hagerman who was kidnapped in Texas while riding her bike, and was brutally murdered.

WEEK 7 OF ACTION: ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE

It’s Monday afternoon and the mail arrives. Some bills, a magazine, lots of “junk” mail… and what’s this a handwritten note for me?

You open the envelope and the first thing you read is “Dear Friend.”

I love getting an unexpected note of gratitude.

WEEK 6 OF ACTION: THANK A TEACHER

If you can read a book, speak another language or balance your checkbook – chances are you have a teacher to thank.