COVID-19 Is a Bummer – It Can’t Stop Good Things From Happening

Here are a few of the good things I witnessed or experienced today:

  • I write this post on Mother’s Day and can’t help but think of my mom. My mom was the daughter of immigrants. Her mom died when she was two and she never got past 4th grade. Yet, one of my earliest memories is my mom taking me to the public library to get a library card. She instilled in me a desire to learn and taught me early on how to respect women. Thanks Mom. Say a prayer for me. Grateful.
  • My deceased wife was a great mom to our 5 daughters. She was an example of strength, compassion, kindness and wisdom. They all have become wonderful women and mothers. Thanks, Babe. Say a prayer for me and the girls. Grateful.
  • It’s a warm, sunny, lazy feeling kind of south Texas afternoon. It’s time for a large iced tea, bowl of strawberries, and the patio.

We’re another day closer to kicking COVID-19’s butt. It’s going to happen. You know it. Stay strong. Don’t despair. Hang in there.

The little things are priceless treasures to me. They brighten my day. I hope your day is filled to overflowing with the little things that make life worth living.

Grateful for all the above.

If you’d like to share the good things you’ve witnessed on my blog, Email me (ray.brese@gmail.com) a short list (1 to 5 things.  I’ll post and attribute them to you in the way you choose to be acknowledged (e.g., anonymous, name, Word Press blog (etc.).

By Ray Calabrese

I am an optimistic, can do, and never quit guy. The spirit of hope indelibly marks my DNA. My research at The Ohio State University helped people discover the best in themselves and change their personal lives, public organizations, and whole communities. I bring the same spirit and enthusiasm to my blog to help those who grieve who find themselves suddenly alone, navigate their grieving. Join my more than 24,300Twitter (@alwaysgoodstuff). I promise my tweets are always good stuff. Please feel free to email me at ray.brese@gmail.com.

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