For me, Veterans Day is a daily celebration for our military personnel and their families, both past and present. As we observe this sacred day, let us pause to reflect on the myriad of ways veterans have protected and served the United States for nearly 250 years. For these very reasons, almost 8 years ago, I decided to join the U.S. Navy Reserves, …
What Does Service Mean to You?
In our global world, we all have aspects of our culture that we share. We are also increasingly exposed to other cultures and people. Culture does not just extend to different countries, or different States, it is about your outlook and lens on the world around you. Are you an artist, an educator – these things all shape your outlook, …
Honoring Mandela Day Through Service
Nelson Mandela International Day was established to honor the man who lived his life in service to his community, his country, and the world. Celebrated on his birthday, Mandela Day honors not only the man and his life of service, but represents the importance of the actions we take everyday. Mandela understood the power of service, as in his words …
Memorial Day 2017
Memorial Day gives all Americans across the globe a day to honor the memory of our military veterans, both past and present. We all have heard the phrase “Freedom isn’t Free”. For our United States, the meaning of these three words has moved ordinary women and men to answer the call of service to protect our Nation’s values- Memorial Day …