I went to Subway to order a foot-long sub for dinner. i asked the young "sandwich artist" to put black olives on half, because my wife is an olive person. I asked for pickles on the other half.

The young woman wrapped each half separately. When I arrived home, I discovered that she had also marked them "his" and "her."

After dinner, I went online and sent a message to the manager, with appreciation for the staff member who had shown some extra kindness.

The people who serve us are often underappreciated. Let's make up for that.

Day Three Hundred Fifty-Eight/365.

To the retired couple who were strolling along the road when they saw Janice fall from the fourth step, who made sure she was comfortable, walked our dogs, and stayed with her until the ambulance came, we are grateful.

To the police officer who used his shadow to keep a woman with MS out of the summer sun while she lay on the sidewalk, waiting for the ambulance, we offer our thanks.

To the EMT who kept my wife awake during a half-hour ride, when all her shocked consciousness wanted to do was sleep . . .and, he kept her laughing . . .we love the way you do your job.

About the nurse who offered me a few dollars of his own money to buy dinner for myself at the hospital cafeteria as I waited in the emergency room, I am amazed and impressed.

Because of the orthopedic surgeon who diagnosed the fracture of the radius (bone in the arm), who saw the need for surgery, and who came back to visit Jan in the ER room more times than his job required, always with a grin, I have restored faith.

Community is not dead. Community is not dead.

Found a pub in Bodmin with an actual stuffed Lion in the entrance #weird #taxidermy #Cornwall #drinks #Thursday #extramile #bodmin #lion #jail #funny #doombar #Poldark

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clairedottie: I live 20 mins from Bodmin, in perranporth. Been to Bodmin once, had a quick trip to the jail once on a tandem bike!

natthewriter: Aww man! If you come back check the pub out. Friendliest landlord in the world! @clairedottie I'm coming for a holiday in Polperro in august!

clairedottie: The hole in the wall ey? I'll definitely check it out next time. Polperro is GORGEOUS, so pretty.

natthewriter: Our second trip there @clairedottie bringing the boys to lego beach!

The Extra Mile - Points of Light Volunteer Pathway, dedicated to the spirit of service in America, is a series of bas-relief medallions in the sidewalk forming a one-mile walking path that begins at the corner of 15th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, goes north on 15th to G Street and continues right on G Street. The privately funded initiative of the Points of Light Institute debuted in 2005 with twenty initial honorees, each of whom is memorialized with a likeness and a brief biography, cast in bronze. he line of markers will eventually go to 11th Street, head south for a block to F Street, west along F Street to 15th and back to the beginning, when future honorees are selected by a nine-member panel.

Eunice Kennedy Shriver (1929-2009) was inducted to the Extra Mile on October 14, 2005. When Shriver founded the Special Olympcis in 1968, she envisioned a program of athletic competition for people with mental retardation that sidelined prejudice and substituted opportunity and understanding. Through her advocacy, she has brought to millions of lives what all people deserve: a chance to connect with their fellow man, a chance to live a life without walls.

This store is down the street from Chevron's corporate office. It has Grabandgo which is an app that allows you to grab any item and then scan your phone when you exit. The app will charge your credit or debit card. There is no need to checkout at a register.

W.E.B. DuBois and Mary White Ovington were a major part of the campaign for racial equality. Both played critical roles in the NAACP and guided its policies and programs.

Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WEB_DuBois

Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_White_Ovington

The Extra Mile: www.extramile.us/honorees/ovingtondubois.cfm

The Extra Mile - Points of Light Volunteer Pathway, dedicated to the spirit of service in America, is a series of bas-relief medallions in the sidewalk forming a one-mile walking path that begins at the corner of 15th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, goes north on 15th to G Street and continues right on G Street. The privately funded initiative of the Points of Light Institute debuted in 2005 with twenty initial honorees, each of whom is memorialized with a likeness and a brief biography, cast in bronze. he line of markers will eventually go to 11th Street, head south for a block to F Street, west along F Street to 15th and back to the beginning, when future honorees are selected by a nine-member panel.

Melvin Jones (1879-1961) was inducted to the Extra Mile on October 14, 2005. Believing in the power of cooperative altruism, Melvin Jones helped shape Lions Clubs International into the largest network of service clubs in world. The organization is committed to assisting the visually impaired and supporting sight convservation worldwide. Using the motto, "We Serve," Lions Clubs seek to improve the lives of the needy and offer young people the chance to catch the spirit of service.

The Extra Mile - Points of Light Volunteer Pathway, dedicated to the spirit of service in America, is a series of bas-relief medallions in the sidewalk forming a one-mile walking path that begins at the corner of 15th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, goes north on 15th to G Street and continues right on G Street. The privately funded initiative of the Points of Light Institute debuted in 2005 with twenty initial honorees, each of whom is memorialized with a likeness and a brief biography, cast in bronze. he line of markers will eventually go to 11th Street, head south for a block to F Street, west along F Street to 15th and back to the beginning, when future honorees are selected by a nine-member panel.

Helen Keller (1880-1968) was inducted to the Extra Mile on October 14, 2005. Keller was a blind and deaf writer and activist, and guiding force of the American Foundation for the Blind, who devoted her life to expanding possibilities for people who are deaf-blind, blind or have low vision.

The Extra Mile - Points of Light Volunteer Pathway, dedicated to the spirit of service in America, is a series of bas-relief medallions in the sidewalk forming a one-mile walking path that begins at the corner of 15th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, goes north on 15th to G Street and continues right on G Street. The privately funded initiative of the Points of Light Institute debuted in 2005 with twenty initial honorees, each of whom is memorialized with a likeness and a brief biography, cast in bronze. he line of markers will eventually go to 11th Street, head south for a block to F Street, west along F Street to 15th and back to the beginning, when future honorees are selected by a nine-member panel.

Paul Harris (1868-1947) was inducted to the Extra Mile on October 14, 2005. Inspired by the simple idea of combining fellowship and service, Harris pioneered the service club movement with the founding of Rotary International. Rotary fulfilled his dream of a worldwide organization of business and professional people serving their communities and promoting international understanding. Rotary continues to expand global horizons through its educational programs and offers hope through its humanitarian efforts and public health campaigns.

The Extra Mile - Points of Light Volunteer Pathway, dedicated to the spirit of service in America, is a series of bas-relief medallions in the sidewalk forming a one-mile walking path that begins at the corner of 15th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, goes north on 15th to G Street and continues right on G Street. The privately funded initiative of the Points of Light Institute debuted in 2005 with twenty initial honorees, each of whom is memorialized with a likeness and a brief biography, cast in bronze. he line of markers will eventually go to 11th Street, head south for a block to F Street, west along F Street to 15th and back to the beginning, when future honorees are selected by a nine-member panel.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929-1969) was inducted to the Extra Mile on October 14, 2005. In founding the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, he gave momentum to the Civil Rights Movement. Dr. King's persistent efforts, inspiring oratory and non-violent protests, despite physical attacks, death threats, a nd retaliatory violence, brought America closer to his Dream of equality for all.

The Extra Mile - Points of Light Volunteer Pathway, dedicated to the spirit of service in America, is a series of bas-relief medallions in the sidewalk forming a one-mile walking path that begins at the corner of 15th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, goes north on 15th to G Street and continues right on G Street. The privately funded initiative of the Points of Light Institute debuted in 2005 with twenty initial honorees, each of whom is memorialized with a likeness and a brief biography, cast in bronze. he line of markers will eventually go to 11th Street, head south for a block to F Street, west along F Street to 15th and back to the beginning, when future honorees are selected by a nine-member panel.

Juliette Gordon Low (1860-1927) was inducted to the Extra Mile on October 14, 2005. Low founded the Girl Scouts of the United States of America in 1912 to encourage girls to develop and strengthen their leadership skills; to provide support, kindness and compassion to those in need; and to prepare to serve as responsible citizens of their community and country. Her efforts have enabled millions of girls, from 5 to 17, to enjoy fun, friendship and learning opportunities in a nurturing environment.

Day 197: W.E.B. DuBois and Mary White Ovington were a major part of the campaign for racial equality. Both played critical roles in the NAACP and guided its policies and programs.

Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WEB_DuBois

Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_White_Ovington

The Extra Mile: www.extramile.us/honorees/ovingtondubois.cfm

The Extra Mile - Points of Light Volunteer Pathway, dedicated to the spirit of service in America, is a series of bas-relief medallions in the sidewalk forming a one-mile walking path that begins at the corner of 15th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, goes north on 15th to G Street and continues right on G Street. The privately funded initiative of the Points of Light Institute debuted in 2005 with twenty initial honorees, each of whom is memorialized with a likeness and a brief biography, cast in bronze. he line of markers will eventually go to 11th Street, head south for a block to F Street, west along F Street to 15th and back to the beginning, when future honorees are selected by a nine-member panel.

Cesar Chavez (1927-1993) was inducted to the Extra Mile on October 14, 2005. Led by his desire to secure a better quality of life for migrant farm workers, Chavez helped found the United Farm Workers of America, the first effective farm workers' union in the United States. Under his leadership of nonviolent protest, the UFW was able to secure improved wages and benefits, more humane living and working conditions, and better job security for some of the poorest workers in America.