Category: Residents
Go With the Flow: Rachel’s Story of Strength and Spirit
“Water always goes where it wants to go, and nothing in the end can stand against it. Water is patient.Dripping water wears away a stone. Remember, you are half water.If you can’t go through an obstacle, go around it. Water does.”— Margaret Atwood I’ve had the privilege of seeing some of the world’s greatest swimmers in action — Michael Phelps… read more
Honoring the Legacy of Sandra K. Lucy
At GoodLife, we believe every person we serve leaves a lasting mark on our community. Few embodied that truth more than Sandra K. Lucy, who passed away on May 29, 2024. Sandra was known for her infectious laughter, joyful spirit, and the light she brought to her home and everyone around her. Recently, Sandra’s family chose to honor her memory… read more
You Gotta Meet Daniele
“You gotta meet Daniele, Ivo. She is quite amazing!” It was more than nine years ago, when Austin encouraged me to meet his newneighbor. The man is not known for dishing out compliments lightly, so I had nochoice but to take his words seriously. Austin, one of the first residents of the Neighborhood Network was clearlyimpressed: “Daniele is so cool!… read more
“Santa Has A Name”
“Excuse me, I think you dropped something,” said Ted Horn pretending to pick up a twenty-dollar bill from the floor and handing it to his customer. The young man appeared startled and confused. Desperate, cold and starving he had walked into the Dixie Diner in Tupelo, Mississippi knowing perfectly well he didn’t have a single penny in his pocket. “What…sorry…I… read more
The Heart of Midnight Farm: Touchdowns, Art, and Unbreakable Bonds
The wide receiver clearly had a plan. He made eye contact with the quarterback and sprung into action. With a quick stutter step, he juked his defender and taking advantage of the broken coverage sprinted towards the end zone. The quarterback threw a perfect deep spiral that sailed confidently through the air before landing safely right into the young receiver’s… read more
The Lucky Apartment
“Hey Ivo, are you coming? The game is about to start. We need you at the “lucky” apartment.” Austin’s default expression is a friendly smile but, in this case, even over the phone I can easily sense a very different emotion. He sounds worried and there is a reason for that. He has been my good friend and neighbor for… read more
Disability Doesn’t Define You: Cheyenne’s Incredible Story of Kindness and Strength
Defined By Kindness Despite being born with cerebral palsy, Cheyenne tirelessly navigates Midnight Farm with grace and dexterity, readily offering high-fives and introducing each animal by name. She proudly presents Bandit the donkey; Kallie the adorable pony; Pixie the mischievous goat; Batman the protective rooster; and Petunia the lazy, yet amiable pig. The animals on the farm flock toward Cheyenne,… read more
