We’re all longing for a little honesty and humanity from each other but it feels unnatural to put ourselves out there and trust in the power of vulnerability, when there are no guarantees, so we shelter behind invisible walls to avoid being seen as we are. Some of us are in deep hiding and some…
Be Kind. Always.
“Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Be kind. Always.” I heard this quote and a shot of regret coursed through my body. In 1999 I was working in a little coffee shack. I was 19. The weather was chilly and the clouds were heavy when a woman drove through and…
106 Ways to Spend Quality Time with Your Son
Since StrongLuv is all about “Strengthening Relationships One ACTION at a Time,” today I wanted to give you a handy resource of Fun and Creative Ways to Send Quality Time with Your Son. If you are anything like us, you have plenty of intentions of getting in some QT with your little man but you’re…
End of School Year Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas [FREE Printable]
Teachers are basically underpaid rock stars so as the end of the school year approaches I wanted to save you the hassle of racking your brain for ways to say thank you. I also want to save you from sifting through teacher appreciation gift ideas online with a fun and creative End of Year Teacher…
Blessing Bags – Helping the Homeless
Have you ever passed a homeless person and felt your heart sink knowing that you should do something but weren’t sure what? Sometimes when I see a homeless person I feel absolutely incompetent. The need is so great. What could I possibly do to help? Paralysis sets in and I do nothing at all. Fear…