Michael's suggestion... #Keanustrong

 Each year when we begin talking about Noah's Kindness Project, we always talk with the kids about their thoughts and ideas.  Most of the time they ask to do a race, to volunteer at Feed My Starving Children, and if they will get to see all the friends who usually join us.  In past year's they've helped to suggest the kindness stones and the grocery store cart returns as well as the Crayon Initiative they helped to organize with their school.

Usually we spend a few nights talking about it and then as it gets closer they ask more about it.  For the most part that is as involved as they like to be in deciding what we do.  Except the other night, I was studying and Michael came over and said, "Hey Mom, can I ask you about a project I'd like for us to do for Noah's Kindness Project?" I stopped reading and looked up... "Sure what do you want to do?"

He pushed his phone in front of me and said, "Mom, can we help them?"

 This is my friend Noah's family.  This was the picture he showed me...  He said, "Mom I feel so bad for them, can we donate to help them."   I was glad Michael brought it to my attention and thought of Noah's Kindness Project to help them.  I told him to forward it to me and I'd talk to dad but that we'd do something.  

That night when Jarrett got home from work, I showed him what Michael had asked me about and he said of course we will donate.  He too said, he was proud Michael brought it to us.  

As we read the story about Keanu, my heart was taken back to those days with Noah.  It's amazing how no matter how many days, months and years go by, when you hear the story of other families who have had similar experiences, your heart immediately connects with what they are going through.  My heart also breaks for them that they had to say goodbye.  It sounds like he was quite the fighter too and I am so sorry their family has to walk the path of heart-wrenching grief and loss.  

We hope that their family feels the strength, love and support from others as they go through these very hard days.  It was because of all the kindness, love and support we were given that we are able to celebrate Noah's Kindness Project today.  I look back now five years later and while I still miss Noah everyday, I can see all the good that has come from it and I am thankful that he life had a purpose.  

I also believe Heaven's playground must be pretty incredible.  With the angel babies that we know who are there, I smile thinking of the friendships that must be made.

And one more note about this gift.... one of the qualities we value and hope to share with our children is giving to others in need and to think of others in how we can help.... I hope that through Noah's Kindness Project that our children see just how rewarding it is to gift to others without expecting anything in return.

Thanks Michael for bringing us this idea for kindness.  We are always excited and open to hear ideas from others.... if you have an idea, please share with us!

and if you'd like to give to to Keanu's family you can visit their go fund me at: https://www.gofundme.com/f/gofundmecomfkeanu-strong 

Until next time,

Angie

Noah's Kindness Project Apparel:

See what's missing?

Orange you going to say orange? :-)

This year we finish off the colors of the rainbow with our apparel being orange.  I am excited to see what this picture will look like next year (hopefully when we can be in person again).

We have again partnered with our friends who are helping us host a virtual store where you can place your orders directly. If you would like to see the items available in the store, please visit: https://www.shopasbonline.com/noahs-kindness-project.html

We are asking that you place your orders before August 17th (store closes August 16 at midnight).  If you live near us and you'd like you can have your items shipped to us and I can make sure we get them to you also.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Thank you!
Angie and Jarrett.

Announcing Noah's Kindness Project Date 2020

Finally, we are excited to announce the date of Noah's Kindness Project 2020...

Please Save the date.... October 3, 2020

What a year 2020 has been?   Right?

We have been waiting since spring to share and announce the details of Noah's Kindness Project 2020 but with the realities of our world today, we didn't feel comfortable sharing information when we knew we couldn't fully plan that it would happen.

So what's the latest?

For those who participate with us from afar, this year will be almost the same!  For those who are local and usually join us for many of the activities, we have made the decision that we will not be doing any in-person or group events for 2020.  Due to the pandemic,  Noah's Kindness Project 2020 may look and feel different but the purpose and goal will not change.   

For those who are local and join us, we are sad we can't all be together this year, however we still hope you will join us to celebrate Noah's legacy. We encourage others to help us remember and honor Noah and share kindness in your own special way.  We know that each of you have your favorite ways to share kindness and that you have probably been doing this all year long, especially as we navigate these challenging times. 

This year, on October 3, we ask that you take a few moments from your day and share kindness, in memory of Noah. 

Coming tomorrow...

We will be releasing information about our annual t-shirts and goodies store tomorrow, and items will still be distributed prior to the date.  We will also be sharing information in the coming days about fun ways you can participate with us (while keeping socially distant and staying healthy) through kindness activity kits we will be building to distribute.

We invite everyone to participate in the way you'd like, by doing something for others, or donating to a non-profit or cause that is close to your heart.  We invite you to share your act of kindness (remember no act of kindness is too small), with us on social media or through personal text so we can see just how far spreading Noah's legacy can be.

Our unending thanks...

As we look ahead to October 3, 2020 and think about the five years it has been since Noah came into this world, we thank you for supporting us in this journey. These last five years have been ones of great growth for us.  From very difficult days when your love and kindness carried us, to very joyous and wonderful moments seeing the impact kindness can have in others lives as you share in honoring our angel baby's life.  Thank you for helping to keep Noah's legacy alive and for your efforts to positively improve this world through kindness.

We hope to see you (virtually) on October 3 as we continue the goal of being a rainbow in someone's cloud. 

Remember there is no foot (or act of kindness) too small that it cannot make a (positive) imprint on the world. 

Thank you sincerely,
Noah's Family.