A shared love of nature and education drew Kat Panther and Leslie Senn to their volunteer roles at Bernheim Forest and Arboretum. Both are volunteer naturalists in their 70s who lead guided hikes, host staff discovery stations, and help connect visitors to nature through a … [Read more...] about Finding Purpose On The Forest Trail
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Community Supported Agriculture – Eat Fresh And Support The Local Food Economy
It’s Ky Proud CSA Week (February 20-24), and a great time to learn all about Community Supported Agriculture. Let’s dive in! It is no secret that eating fresh produce is a good decision for your health. But did you know that it can also be a good decision for your community? … [Read more...] about Community Supported Agriculture – Eat Fresh And Support The Local Food Economy
Working In Meaningful Ways
Tonight, in the United States, 47 million people, including 14 million children, will go to bed hungry. Food insecurity, or a lack of reliable and consistent access to affordable, nutritious food, causes an increased risk of health problems. HighPoint Charitable Services food … [Read more...] about Working In Meaningful Ways
Into The Unknown: Winging Toward A New Career
At a family dinner recently, my mother-in-law stated that her service as a teacher brought her so much joy that she would choose it again if given the chance. Lucky woman. I have met other people for whom that is true. Their jobs bring them meaning and are a key aspect … [Read more...] about Into The Unknown: Winging Toward A New Career
Carrying Around Kindness
Small, everyday acts of kindness don’t feel small when they are truly needed. Kim Holsclaw of Blessings in a Backpack knows this firsthand: “Being kind has life-changing effects on other people,” she says. Born in Pikeville, Kentucky, Kim is the proud daughter of a coal … [Read more...] about Carrying Around Kindness