5 Things / Service
Bernadette Smith Bernadette Smith

5 Things / Service

This week, I’ve been thinking about the horrible destruction and loss from Hurricane Helene. I’ve noticed a common theme shared by my friends and colleagues affected by the storm: people coming together in service to others. Good people compassionately showing up to help.

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5 Things / Cruising
Bernadette Smith Bernadette Smith

5 Things / Cruising

This week I took my first cruise vacation. Wow, cruises are great for people-watching, although around huge groups of strangers, I’m quite reserved at first. My partner’s the chatty one. I realized that I don’t always feel safe to open myself up to judgment by strangers who may or may not accept me.

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