July 07, 2006

Something to Aspire To

People like Oprah often inspire me to try and be a better person. Whether it's hearing about the odds that Oprah has faced or hearing her viewers tell stories of triumph, I can't help but think of how I can make a difference.
I recently stumbled upon an article on cnn.com about a social services coordinator who came up with the idea of having girls in detention centers paired up with dogs from the pound. The girls trained the dogs, hoping to increase their chances of finding a good home and in turn, the dogs taught the girls compassion and discipline.
This is just another example of someone thinking outside the box and making a difference in their community. I found it to be inspiring. Hope you do too.

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