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The ten of us talked about how we hope to be remembered. Some were more vocal than others, including the French bull dog bean snoring in the background.

Two sisters, Josette and Lilly Thomas, talk about how they first started attending First Congregational Church in Santa Cruz, California at the ages of five and eight. They share their thoughts and feelings about the church changing its name to...

Mary Beth Major MS, APRN, AGNP-C Economic necessity was the impetus for enrolling in nursing classes at Minneapolis Community and Technical College. Caring for medically complex patients experiencing health care inequities led me to St. Catherine University College for Adults...

Creating Community Through Sharing Stories: Born in Monessen, Pennsylvania, Janis Baron, a teacher, principal, trainer and entrepreneur, shares her extraordinary life and the life lessons she has learned along the way.

Elizabeth shares with Julie about her early experiences with The Mount, how she began volunteering and her continued relationship there.

Kaitlin Murphy interviews her mom, Laura Murphy about her childhood, and favorite memories.

Conducted in Santa Cruz, California, student Kayla Penny (age 15) interviews Susan Fisher (age 45) about a childhood story and the effect it had on Susan’s future. Fisher shares her story of dealing with individuals troubled with mental health such...

My moms interview was fun and full of good stories. She gave me a good glimpse into her past and her thoughts

My Grandmother and I discuss all of our experiences growing up and how that shaped who we are today

Alp Acar, aged 14 interviewed his mother, Selin Acar, aged 50 at their home in California. Alp asked his mother about her memories from different stage of her life and any advice she has for him. Selin talked about what...

Nicholas Piediscalzi, a retired United Church of Christ minister, talks to us about his personal experience and relationship to peace, as well as his work in peace-making in larger settings. As a minister in Chicago in the 1940s and 1950’s...

In this interview, I asked my mom some questions about compassion and life and carefully listened and dissected her answers.

Vanessa G. (25) talks with her friend, Katya Chang (20) about kindness and spirituality.

An interview with my mom where she shared some stories about the special people who have made her who she is today.

Nick Piediscalzi, a retired minister, talks about what brought him to Peace United Church of Christ in Santa Cruz California. He admires the active, lively congregation here where people are not afraid to be vulnerable in church. Nick explains: “In...

Melissa and her son Nash (age 8) talk about what peace and peace-making mean to them. Melissa reminds us of the Dalai Lama quote "If you wish to have peace in the world, start with yourself." And Nash says "if...

to appreciate the good times

Allan is the recipient of the 2021 nursing Leadership Award and a conversation ensues that provides Allan an opportunity to share his story and view on leadership, philosophy, nursing career, and discrimination towards being gay.

David Dodson tells the story of the time he spent with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., as one of about twenty college students who got to listen to, and ask questions of, Dr. King on August 23, 1963. David remembers...

Carol McCardell spent her life enjoying every moment and always making the best out of everything. She saw the bright side in every situation and believes positivity and compassion are important in life. She was always a willing and caring...

Cheri (35) shares with her friend and colleague, Melody, about her work and what drew her to Providence Health

This interview discusses a few compassionate acts I learned about my grandfather.

Gregory Parker (35) interviews his mother, Regina McCarthy (71), about the influential people in her life, adversity, and her hopes for future generations of her family.

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Mrs. Patricia Britz discusses her life experiences and explains how learning to forgive others has contributed to her improved life.