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Happy Thanksgiving
Today is Thanksgiving Day in the United States. Our office will be closed today and tomorrow for the holiday as we take time to remember all we are thankful for. We would also like to express our gratitude for you, … Continue reading
Gratitude Is Good for the Heart: Teaching Kids the Value of Giving Thanks
This post was originally published November 21, 2016. By Barbara A. Lewis, author of The Kid’s Guide to Service Projects “Piglet noticed that even though he had a very small heart, it could hold a rather large amount of gratitude.” … Continue reading
Happy Thanksgiving
Today is Thanksgiving Day in the United States. Our office will be closed today and tomorrow for the holiday as we take time to remember all we are thankful for. We would also like to express our gratitude for you, … Continue reading
Happy Thanksgiving
Today is Thanksgiving Day in the United States. Like many of you, we Free Spirits are celebrating with food, family, friends, or football, or are just finding a quiet moment to practice self-care. Our office will be closed today and … Continue reading
Happy Thanksgiving
Today is Thanksgiving Day in the United States, and the Free Spirit staff has headed home to spend time with our families. Like many of you, we will probably eat a lot, catch up with relatives, and perhaps watch some … Continue reading