by hopefulneighbo | Aug 8, 2023 | Pursue the Common Good
I get a daily Google Alert by email with links to stories, articles, and videos that use the phrase, “Love Your Neighbor.” Skimming those links shows hundreds, if not thousands, of examples of what that phrase is not. First, “love your...
by hopefulneighbo | Aug 2, 2023 | Discover the Gifts
There are two great loves in my life: my flower garden and my quirky little neighborhood. If you are fortunate enough to know my roots, this will make perfect sense! My mom’s flower garden is the envy of her block and my dad was the most generous neighbor I’ve ever...
by hopefulneighbo | Jul 18, 2023 | Getting to Know Your Neighbors, How-to, Imagine the Possibilities
Storytelling is as old as time. It’s how we share our history, wisdom, and experience with the world. Elders across the generations use storytelling to pass on the things they know, the things they’ve seen, and the mysteries still to be explored by those who are...
by hopefulneighbo | Jun 27, 2023 | Getting to Know Your Neighbors, How-to, Neighborhood Well-being
If you’ve ever had a new family move in near your home, you’ve had the chance to give them a welcome kit or welcome basket of some type. Do not miss the opportunity to welcome a new neighbor! I recently heard from a family that moved and was not welcomed by their...
by hopefulneighbo | Jun 6, 2023 | Getting to Know Your Neighbors
While we may send out blanket event invitations to people in our neighborhood, the reality is the space we create communicates to folks if they belong or not. Here are five things to consider when hosting an inclusive neighborhood potluck dinner or event. 1. A Clear...
