Kathryn V.

STUDENTS GIVE TEACHER A SPECIAL TRIBUTE

Knowing their teacher’s deep grief after losing her military son, the students came together to create a beautiful tribute. They wanted to show her that she wasn’t alone, and that their hearts were with her in this time of sorrow. It was a moment of compassion, a reminder that even in the darkest times, people can find a way to be there for each other.

It’s a testament to the impact one person can have on a community, and how even the smallest gestures can mean the world to someone in pain.

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Richard DiPilla Jeffrey Vahanian, CFP® Vinnie CurcioLigia Chacón Hernández Maureen Wixon (Relationship Building) Lyssa Rivera-Lopez, LCSW, QS Chelsea Wood 🌊
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WHAT DO YOU WISH FOR?

This is dedicated to all those lovers in long-distance relationships who finally meet their soulmates.

I found this video heartwarming. It’s easy to forget that amid all the chaos in the world, great moments occur.

Those who get caught up in headlines and news bites may forget that each day birds sing, babies are born, and lovers meet.

“My bounty is as boundless as the sea,
My love as deep; the more I give to thee,
The more I have, for both are infinite.”

— Romeo and Juliet

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Richard DiPilla Jerin Hossain Ligia Chacón Hernández Vinnie Curcio Jeffrey Vahanian, CFP®

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YOU SNOOZE YOU LOSE

In this video, one pup is wide awake, alert, and paying attention, while the other is curled up on the couch, sleeping and unaware of what’s happening.

When it’s time for a reward, the awake pup knows he’s earned more - but he doesn’t want to leave his friend out. So, he makes sure his friend gets something too.

But here’s the key moment: when the person tries to give more to the pup on the couch, the awake pup speaks up. He knows he was the one paying attention, the one putting in the effort - so he fights for what he rightfully earned.

This moment is a reminder that in life:

It’s okay to be generous - but generosity shouldn’t come at the expense of what you’ve worked for.

Stand up for what you deserve. If you put in the effort, you shouldn’t feel guilty for expecting the rewards that come with it.

Fairness isn’t about taking away from others - it’s about making sure your own value isn’t overlooked.

There’s a balance between giving to others and making sure you don’t downplay your own worth.

Be kind. Be generous. But never settle for less than what you’ve earned.

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PICK UP YOUR RUBBER BAND

Three soda cans. A few rubber bands. A dog with determination.

One by one, he picks up each rubber band. Focuses. Aims. Fires.
          
Sounds impossible, right?

And yet - here he is, proving everyone wrong.

Not by luck. Not by chance. But through practice, persistence, and pure determination.

How many times have you been told:

“That’s impossible.“
“You’re wasting your time.“
“Give it up - it’ll never work.“

Here’s the truth - every ‘impossible’ moment in history was just waiting for someone determined enough to make it possible.

The difference? The ones who refuse to give up. The ones who put in the work, block out the doubt, and make it happen.

This dog isn’t just knocking down cans - he’s knocking down every excuse that says you can’t.

So next time someone tells you it’s impossible, smile, pick up your rubber band, and get to work.
 
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TO THE MOMS WHO CARRY IT ALL… THIS ONE’S FOR YOU.

In this video, a golden retriever floats peacefully in a pool, balancing ducklings on her head, a rooster on her back, and more ducklings at her side. Sound familiar?

Moms, you are the steady raft in life’s unpredictable waters.

You carry so much - the weight of responsibility, the endless to-do lists, the sacrifices no one sees.

You keep everyone afloat, even when you’re running on empty.

But here’s what I want you to remember:

💕 You deserve rest too. You are not just the caretaker—you are a person with dreams, needs, and a heart that deserves to be nurtured too.

💕 You are stronger than you realize. Even when it feels overwhelming, you are shaping lives with every act of love and selflessness.

💕 You are seen. Even if no one says it, even if the world forgets to thank you - your love, your sacrifices, and your presence mean everything.

So today, if you’re carrying the weight of the world, take a deep breath. Float for a moment. The world will keep turning, and you are doing enough - more than enough.

To all the moms holding everything together: You are appreciated. You are loved. And you are not alone.

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