As we conclude the month of November, here is a Blessing of Generosity from Soul Matters: “When we have plenty, may generosity be our first thought, finding ways to share, to help, to reach out, to pay forward, knowing that all of us are bound together on the interconnected web of existence, and acts of giving create … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 11.29.23

“When you get these jobs that you have been so brilliantly trained for, just remember that your real job is that if you are free, you need to free somebody else. If you have some power, then your job is to empower somebody else.” – Toni Morrison On this Thanksgiving week, may we remember the … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 11.22.23

“I have found that among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.” – Maya Angelou With the month’s theme being Generosity, last week I wrote about how physically giving, as we declutter and assess what is unneeded, is a kind, relieving, and rewarding act. This week, I have been reflecting on how generosity … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 11.5.23

“Until we can receive with an open heart, we’re never really giving with an open heart. When we attach judgment to receiving help, we knowingly or unknowingly attach judgment to giving help.” -Brene Brown As someone who spent most of my life focused on the importance of reciprocity, learning to truly receive more openly happened … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 11.8.23

Today marks the first day of November, and our monthly theme is generosity. Here are some words to reflect on, with that theme in mind: “Daily I am astonished at how readily I believe that something I need is in short supply. If I hoard possessions, it is because I believe that there are not … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 11.1.23