Ben's Bells: Ringing with Kindness

Photo by Carrie Aitkenhead

   A discovery my children and I made this morning at the bus stop has truly touched our lives. 

   We had not heard of Ben's Bells, but it gave us a chance to have a conversation about how important it is to be nice to others and help others when we are lucky enough to have the chance. We now look forward to spreading the word! The tag on the bell reads:

At WTF, we strive to spread kindness and a love of animals and nature with our community, and within our own family. More information on the Ben's Bells Project can be found at bensbells.org. Spread a little kindness. I know I will! More info at bensbells.org. Let's keep this ripple going!

How do you spread kindness?

Growing Gratitude: Knowing My Neighbors

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Lynne Perrigo, Carrie Aitkenhead, and Cornelia Olsen

    One of the best ways to build a community is to get to know your neighbors. I have and I absolutely love my neighbor- couldn't ask for a better one! 

     When we set out to get goats for the farm and began building the goat pen on the side of the farm nearest Mrs. Cornelia Olsen's property, I went to speak to her about it and get her approval on the placement. Her response was "Oh, that's fantastic...Now I don't have to get my own goats!" She is simply a love. 

     So, today, I am thankful for knowing my neighbors, and being part of a true community. If you don't love your neighbors, or perhaps don't know them, I encourage you to bring over a little basket or plate of something, or just go to say Hello! You won't be sorry!