And they did this, too:
The students took turns reading passages from “Somewhere Today: A book of peace” by Shelley Moore Thomas before helping pat dirt around the new tree, which will soon boast a plaque commemorating Peace Week.
I could not be more touched.
When the youth of today take action in their world, it inspires others to do the same. That was the whole point of the book. And I cannot tell you how much it means to me that, 13 years later, the message from my little book is still out there, getting read to new ears and new trees and hopefully influencing new people to make decisions that change our world for the better.
Still in print. |
Thank you, students from Santa Maria, Orcutt, and Guadalupe for letting me be a part of your amazing Peace Week. (About 450 of the 700 people that participated were students! Go awesome young people!!)
I challenge all of you reading this to do one thing this week that helps the world--big or small--it doesn't matter. What matters is that you put thoughts and words into action.
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16 comments:
what a wonderful treat to find in your inbox. I can't imagine a more satisfying moment than having kids reading your book outloud to promote peace.
Wow, that is so sweet. And so inspiring.
That is so awesome! I only hope I can someday write a book that means that much to someone.
I'll see what I can do about helping the world this week. :)
That's so cool! It must feel so wonderful to know that your writing has helped out the world!
I'll make sure to better the world in some way this week!
How cool is that!! What a wonderful thing to find.
Shelley, I was at the Alpharetta B&N on Saturday, and I wanted to get one of your Knight books for my nephew, but they were out of stock.
I'll guess I'll have to buy it online, which is fine.
Oh, this is wonderful. You must have been thrilled!
Very awesome! I'm going to have to think about what I'll do. Thanks for the challenge! :)
That is so cool, Shelley! I love it that they were doing such wonderful things, but I also love it that they used your book as part of it!! :-)
That is wonderful and must have touched your heart, Shelley!!!!
Both awesome and inspiring!
This story is the perfect ending to my day! Thanks for sharing! :o) Nothing could be better than seeing your words touch another into good works. And trees and kids! My two favorite causes. You are truly amazing, Shelley, my friend!
P.S. I <3 this book as well! So sweet and open-hearted.
P.P.S. I accept your challenge! I'll report back later on how it went....
Wow...That is something special. I know your heart was full when you read that email.
:D WTG, Shelley!
That is so cool! What a nice note to receive. Awesome!
Awww, that got me choked up! xx
What an amazing thing to have your book influence so many people (and trees)!!
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