Seeds carried by the wind from a distant tree have less chance of taking root than seeds that fall from a nearby tree. Likewise, when we plant seeds of kindness in our own communities and tend to them regularly, we more likely create a solidly rooted tree of kindness that branches in all directions. Let’s plant small seeds of kindness nearby, rather than looking only for growth from afar. – Ameeta
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| “Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.” – Desmond Tutu |
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| Editor’s Note: Seeds carried by the wind from a distant tree have less chance of taking root than seeds that fall from a nearby tree. Likewise, when we plant seeds of kindness in our own communities and tend to them regularly, we more likely create a solidly rooted tree of kindness that branches in all directions. Let’s plant small seeds of kindness nearby, rather than looking only for growth from afar. – Ameeta |
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| Kindness In the News |
| An 8-month-old premature infant did not have any hospital visitors for 5 months. So this nurse, who had not previously considered adoption or fostering, adopted her. |
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| From Our Members |
| A KindSpringer saw an elderly man, who she had seen on the bus, asking for assistance. She wrote him a note saying she wanted to share her blessings with him. He wrote back wishing her a charmed life. |
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| Inspiring Video of the Week |
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| Roof Top Gardens |
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Rooftop farming is an innovative way to bring locally grown foods to large cities. Locally grown foods contain more nutrients, support local farmers and decrease pollution. |
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| KindSpring is a 100% volunteer-run platform that allows everyday people around the world to connect and deepen in the spirit of kindness. Current subscribers: 145,915
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