I often take time to reflect on my father and grandfather and the eternal impact that they have on my life. Father’s Day is a perfect time to reflect and acknowledge the role that fathers had and have until this day.
At the dinner table, as a conversation starter, I often ask my kids: “How was your day?”, or “Tell me something new that you learned today.” One evening, when asked about his day, Eitan enthusiastically responded: “It was great! We learned about caterpillars and how they turn into butterflies and fly.” I was so excited that Eitan was so eager to share an anecdote from his day, that I asked him to tell me everything. He happily obliged me:
Flags flown at half-mast, freeways are packed with cars, the soothing strains of trumpets from the local high school marching band travel through the streets, and thousands of proud soldiers and veterans proudly decked out in their ironed uniforms, berets, pins and medals. It’s Memorial Day.
I am over the moon with excitement! After eagerly anticipating our baby boy for nine months, Sherly and I drove down to the hospital at around 10 PM Friday night, and 26 hours later we were blessed to welcome our little baby boy into the world. Thank you for your support and prayers.
A random act of kindness is a seemingly small deed, but its impact? Infinite. Thoughtful acts of kindness affect the giver, the receiver and the community around them. Not just for the duration of the act, but for some time after. The intentions of these gestures spark inspiration for others to perform similar acts and be part of a world changing cycle which is infinite too.
