Be There for People: Life Lessons from a Fifth Grader

Blog   |   by Jen Patterson   |   April 9, 2019

New Dreamer Jen Patterson shares her experience working as an academic coach and being personally challenged and inspired by a student's poem.

Same Inside

Blog   |   by Michaella   |   August 18, 2009

I came across this lovely poem last night. It made me think that despite all our differences, at the end of the day we are all the same inside.

A Valentine in 2009: Giving Freely While Spending Frugally

Blog   |   by Kim   |   January 29, 2009

First Earth: Uncompromising Ecological Architecture

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   August 10, 2011

A documentary film about a paradigm shift to building healthy homes in ancient ways.

Cathy and Stephen's Multicultural San Francisco Wedding

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi    |   February 9, 2015

In the Real Celebrations series, SoKind asks registry users to share a bit about their celebrations. Read about how Cathy and Stephen incorporated their cultural heritage and their love of their hometown throughout their wedding.

Community Supported Art Picks Up Steam

Blog   |   by Aislinn Pluta   |   February 15, 2015

The Community Supported Art movement continues to grow. Read some tips on how to start your own "CSA."

Homemade Valentines, Gratitude, and the Green Triangle

Blog   |   by Suzita Cochran   |   February 12, 2013

How one family's annual valentine-making routine became a way to practice gratitude and green living simultaneously.

What Can a Satire from the 1950s Tell Us About Holiday Commercialism?

Blog   |   by Addison Del Mastro   |   December 10, 2014

Did a holiday short story from 1956 predict today's rampant commercialism?

Challenge Toolkit: Build Connections

Custom Pages   |   February 14, 2018

Last-Minute Holiday Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Blog   |   November 28, 2017

In the amount of time it would have taken you to find a parking spot at the mall, you’ll get thoughtful ideas for everyone on your list.

Films Explore High-Consumption Lifestyles, Sustainable Solutions

Blog   |   by Mark Valentine   |   March 13, 2012

The recent SF Green Film Festival showcased more than 40 new films on sustainability themes.

Real Celebration: Guinevere's Potluck Baby Shower and Mother Blessing

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   May 19, 2015

In the Real Celebrations series, SoKind asks registry users to share a bit about their celebrations. Read about how Guinevere's friends and family came together for a potluck baby shower and mother blessing where the main event was the sharing of heartfelt blessings and advice.