Introducing an ‘assembly line of good’

“How did you learn how to dance like that? Please, Gerald, tell us how.” 

Often, we are faced with adversity, and it appears that stumbling blocks are inevitable, because hey, that’s life! So the question becomes:

What do we do when we fall? Do we stay low, watching the world go by, or do we get up and hit the ground running? 

This year has been tremendously complicated, but quite honestly, probably the most fulfilling one yet. I started a new job, co-founded a nonprofit, and transferred my children to a new school. Last year definitely threw some curveballs my way, but I put on my big girl gloves and caught those balls; each and every one.

In January, I began a position at The Brandeis School in Lawrence where I joined a team of incredibly dedicated people who embraced me from the moment I walked in the door. My children, of course, followed suit and were greeted with the warmest of smiles.

While adjusting professionally, I was given an opportunity to become involved in something that, unbeknownst to me, would change my life. In August of 2018, we said goodbye to a brilliant soul, Dr. Hindi Krinsky and in the fall of 2018, we dedicated a small Little Free Library in her memory. Within a few weeks, I found myself involved in an evolving project that became what is known today as Hindi’s Libraries, an international nonprofit organization that donates children’s books throughout the world.

To date, we have collected  more than 70,000 books and partnered with more than 375 organizations across all 50 states, Israel, Puerto Rico and India.

This endeavor came to me at a time in my life when I needed it most. When people around me questioned my next move, this organization helped me find my way. 

So follow my journey along this “assembly line of good,” as I share with you experiences with those who inspire me, empower others and help give the gift of literacy.

“We can all dance,” he said, “when we find the music that we love.” — “Giraffes Can’t Dance” by Giles Andreae.