A few weeks ago, I fell on my knee and ruptured the quadriceps tendon in my right leg. As a result, I spent two weeks in a hospital while the tendon was reattached. From the time I got there until the time I was discharged I was shown nothing but the utmost kindness from the hospital’s many healthcare professionals who took care of me—it was unbelievable! I also receive numerous phone calls, texts visits and cards from friends who wanted to make sure I was doing well. Before I came home, my wife Marcia was getting ready to mow the lawn when a neighbor came to her and said, “You have other things to think about, I’ll mow your lawn for you!” After returning home, the phone calls, texts, and visits started happening immediately. Meals began showing up as well—one person even baked a blueberry cake/pie for me!! So, if you’re one of those people who believes there are far more unkind people in the world than kind, I have to differ with you. My knee injury experience has shown me that I am surrounded by kind people who have made me so grateful for each of their actions.

One Sentence Wisdom

• “Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.” — The Dalai Lama.
• “Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier.” — Mother Teresa

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