The stories in this book were all selected for one reason: they provide lessons to my grandchildren on how to live a life of service with courage, with compassion, and always looking for ways to make the world a better place. Some of these ways are found in small but significance. But they are all either examples of people who have demonstrated a willingness to help others, or they highlight the magic of this wonderful life we have been given. The one word that hopefully comes through the pages is Gratitude.