The pennies are gone. Other than the handful you may still have wedged in between the couch cushions or lost in the abyss (aka the purse) somewhere, they are no longer wanted...although students from across Canada would tell you they are still needed. In fact, more than 3000 schools and thousands of … [Read more...]
The Receiving & Giving Blanket
It seems to be baby shower season and if you're looking for a gift that is stylish and thoughtful, consider this beautiful line of blankets. This past Friday, Holt Renfrew officially launched the exclusively designed Armani Junior Baby Blanket to benefit Free The Children. This limited edition … [Read more...]
The power of silence.
Can you stay silent for 24 hours? Do you think you can try? Last year, my sons did this at school. Well, actually the older one who was twelve years old then, committed to the full 24 hours while the younger one followed his school and did it for an hour or so. It was pretty moving on both counts … [Read more...]
Thinking of the Penny.
It's the end of the Canadian Penny. Yes, that lonely coin that no one seems to care about. That coin that gets tossed into the change can or on the sidewalk. We don't really think much about the Penny and it's worth. So, as a country, we are saying goodbye. But while we are phasing out the Penny, … [Read more...]
How two teens have discovered Hope in Shadows
Sometimes I wonder what the world has in store for our kids. What kind of world will it be when they grow up? Will they have compassion and understanding of the world they are living in? Will the world be treat them with dignity and respect that we all hope for and vice-versa? Will they have … [Read more...]
How the youth can impact the world with social media.
I'm always wondering what the world will be like when my kids are grown up. Will they be keen on working hard and not be "entitled" as our generation is so worried about? Will they understand the need to help those who can't help themselves? Will they understand that we can all learn from each other … [Read more...]
Ain’t No Mountain (TOO) High
I remember seeing Spencer West last Fall at the massive We Day event in Toronto at the Air Canada Centre filled with school kids. Upon first glance you are speechless. And that's what happened. He silenced the entire arena. How can this guy defy the odds of what life has presented to him and still … [Read more...]
Heartwarming Ideas for Valentine’s!
You know how much your kids look forward to Valentine's Day... The classroom parties, the cards, the chocolates and a chance to tell everyone how much they love like them. Did you know that there are heartful ways to recognize this day as well? ...and why not get your kids involve in the … [Read more...]
WE DAY 2011 – Inspiring more in “WE”
If you think it's easy to silence 18,000 kids in the Air Canada Centre in Toronto on a warm September day...talk to Michael Chikwanine. That's what he did, with ease, at the annual WE DAY event for Free The Children. He was one of the many guest speakers and performers brought on stage to inspire … [Read more...]