“Hope Matters in Education”

Chestnut HIll, PA Profiles Sunshine Hope

I am honored, humbled and grateful to have had the opportunity today to speak with a wise, sound, good and holy man.  In the purest way, he refocused me and inspired me on that which matters most.  Funny how one phone call can get to the heart of all that matters.  Without going into too much detail, I want him to know that I will continue my quest for wisdom of self.  I’ll share what I can with those I can. I’ll continue to work hard to shine light and hope and possibility and support.  I’ll pray for him in his “behind the scenes” work.  So much to learn – but then again – it’s all very basic. 

If we work together and show kindness to each other and see the best in people – we can move forward in our families, communities, workplaces, country and world. By staying focused on the highest ideals – the core meaning of life – and practicing the art of communication in the healthiest way, problems can get solved.   I’ll remember to ask for help from above, seek strength and wisdom.  Thank you my special friend – for all you do.  I recognize the importance of your work and I will work hard to follow your example.

I am honestly so grateful.    

As a proud Momma, I am happy to announce that we have shipped to: 

Pennsylvania * New Jersey * Maryland * Florida * Michigan & California.  

We have big plans for this baby and are so excited to see it makes its way in the world. 

If you are interested in this positive little book of hope and possibility, you can find more information at www.SunshineHope.com

It’s kind of crazy:

 a) to be on the radio &

b) to see that this dream that has lived in me forever has made it’s way to the world.  

Sunshine Hope on Philadelphia 95.7 BEN – FM

Part  three, last night, I had the wonderful opportunity to speak with some of the Moms, Dads and caregivers of some amazing children at Gilda’s Club. For those who don’t know, Gilda’s Club is an amazing resource for those affected by cancer. It was started by Gilda and Gene Radner to offer a place where people could “come as they are” and have a supportive place to hang out, laugh, recharge and heal.  One part of Gilda’s Club is called Noogieland and this is the area where children who are affected by cancer gather to connect and heal.   There are so many people going through big challenges.  This group that I spoke with last night has to be “strong” – they are supporting their children’s physical and emotional healing.  It’s hard to be strong – to look strong – to stay strong and to strengthen others all the time.  And this group is “on” – they are the strong ones – they are amazing.  I work hard to inspire people in my presentations, but as I said before, most of the time, I am the one who comes away inspired.  

My take-a-ways from my two days of being surrounded by healers:

1) Be joyous and excited for life. Go for it! No Fear!   Life is precious.  Treat each interaction with another person as an opportunity to be kind and connected.  I will never forget the visual of a certain little person in the wheelchair leaving St. Christopher’s Hospital with the happiest and biggest greeting to me.  She had every reason to be down but she wasn’t.  She was joyous and excited for life.  I will remember her the next time I hesitate in doing something.  

2) Smile. I have found smiling to be one of the quickest ways to feel better and/or make friends. Smiling provides not only the mental energy to keep moving forward but also provides the opportunity to make life more fun as you show that you are open to embracing new experiences.  

3) Heal. We all go down at certain times – gift yourself the time, space, energy and help to heal. I was exposed to 3 places that people only go when they need to heal – a hospital, a Ronald McDonald House and a cancer support group.  Guess what I found there?  I found healing, happiness, humor and hope. If you are depleted in any way in your life – make your own healing a priority.

For more information on any of the above, please explore

http://www.stchristophershospital.com/

http://rmhc.org/

http://www.gildasclub.org/