I have been reading a lot and then took an interest in writing and submitting to contests again as a lark, but was humbled that one of my stories was published in the Feb/Mar 2021 Reminisce Magazine. Also I am a disabled Veteran and before Covid was honored with 108 other Vets on an “Honor Flight” for the day. As the day closed we were presented with envelopes from well wishers. Last week I sat down and wrote Thinking of You cards to all 40 names on my list as well as went through my address book and wrote Hello letters to everyone listed. If I get responses it will be a blessing and if not, prayers are sent their way…a win win situation in which I get to safely mingle in spite of Covid. This motivation has made my quiet days seem more hopeful. I pass peace to all of the ladies here too.
Peace and Blessings by Kathleen Doll Cristofaro
March 4, 2021 by ElderChicks
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Kathleen, congratulations on your published piece!! 🌿🌷🌿 I hope it encourages you to keep writing. Thank you notes are being replaced by emails and txts but they will never replace the wonderful feeling you get while reading a Thank You card/note.
Even though we are in the midst of a pandemic, there are lights of happiness.
Stay well. 🦜
Donna
Thanks so much, Kathleen, for sharing good news and spreading thoughts of peace and joy. Just what we all need and appreciate.
Inspiring post. What good energy you have sent out.
Your writing cards reminds me of my mother’s home bound friend years ago who wrote cards and/or made phone calls every afternoon. She called her practice her “ministry.” I found out about this only after my mother died and she added me to her list to call every few months to see how I was doing. I felt honored and blessed!
I love the story of your mother’s friend, Lois, and her seeing her activity as a ministry. Maybe we can all benefit from the realization that reaching out to others is part of what we’re here for. BTWWe must be on the same wave length; I woke up this morning thinking of you! Could the connection have anything to do with having received our second vaccine shots yesterday and your nursing career?