Shareables - Faith & Joy #33

This week: defending and rescuing those in need [View this email in your browser]( Shareables Faith & Joy #32 Welcome back to Faith & Joy, a weekly newsletter that makes you smile no matter how hard you try not to! [:heart:][:smiling_face_with_3_hearts:] If it's your first time reading or a friend sent this to you, you can [subscribe here](. Today's Enjoyment: - Quote: The possibility of dreams - Video Reel: The best hiding spot! - Trending Loveable Stories: - Widowed NICU Volunteer Rescues Dad and Newborn from Airport Predicament - Pizza Inn's Owner Defends Special Needs Employees Quote of the Day: “It's the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.” ― Paulo Coelho Reel of the Day: "Have you seen the kids?" [:joy:] Trending Loveable Stories [:newspaper:] SMILES [Widowed NICU Volunteer Rescues Dad and Newborn from Airport Predicament]( Traveling with an infant can be tough, but for dad Rubin Swift, it turned into a heartwarming experience thanks to the kindness of a stranger. When Rubin learned that he had been awarded custody of his newborn daughter Ru-Andria in Arizona, he immediately headed south to bring her home to Ohio. While bonding with his daughter at the Banner University Medical Center, Rubin met NICU volunteer Joy Ringhofer, a recently widowed 78-year-old woman who recognized Rubin's dedication to his daughter. Joy felt a connection to the new dad and offered to give him a ride to the airport when he and Ru-Andria were ready to fly home. Unfortunately, Rubin hit a snag at the airport when he was informed that he needed proof of Ru-Andria's age, which would take a week to obtain. With no options left, Rubin reached out to Joy, who promptly came to the rescue. She insisted that he and his daughter stay with her until they could fly home together. Despite being strangers, Rubin and Joy formed a bond while caring for Ru-Andria for four days. They took walks, went grocery shopping, and even visited Joy's late husband's gravesite. Joy's compassion and kindness touched Rubin's heart, and he was grateful for her help during a stressful time. When the birth certificate finally arrived, Rubin and Ru-Andria were able to fly home to Ohio, but the bond between Rubin and Joy remained strong. They stay in touch regularly via FaceTime, and Rubin considers Joy a friend for life. Joy's willingness to help a stranger in need and open her heart and home to Rubin and his daughter shows that there is still kindness and compassion in the world. Rubin recognizes and appreciates the impact Joy had on his life, and her generosity will not be forgotten. [(Click here to watch the full story)]( [(Join the Facebook discussion here)]( SMILES [Pizza Inn's Owner Defends Special Needs Employees]( In a world where negativity seems to reign supreme, it can be easy to lose faith in the goodness of people. But fear not, because kindness always wins in the end. Take the inspiring story of Amanda Cartagine, the owner of Pizza Inn, for example. She treats her staff like family and considers herself their "matriarch," with a duty to protect them from rude and disrespectful customers. When a customer complained about one of her staff members with Down Syndrome not refilling the salad bowl, Amanda knew she had to step in. Instead of responding with anger or retaliation, she chose to respond with kindness. She put up a sign by the door that read, "We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and hire ALL of God's children." This was her way of sending a message to that rude customer, while still spreading kindness and love. Amanda is proud to employ people of all backgrounds and walks of life, including those with special needs. In fact, 63% of her kitchen staff have special needs, and she encourages them to reach their full potential despite any limitations. Angie Mosley, the mother of the staff member with Down Syndrome, was grateful for Amanda's support. She shared how much her son loves having a job and earning money, which he plans to use to buy video games. It's disheartening to hear customers complaining about businesses that employ people with special needs, but Amanda doesn't let it get her down. She knows that losing a customer who can't appreciate the value of her staff is no loss at all. So, let's remember that kindness always wins, and let's spread a little love wherever we go. Who knows, maybe it'll start a ripple effect that will change the world for the better. 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