People give from the heart in many ways. Some stand up for the powerless and oppressed in the world. Some minister to the sick and heartbroken. But no one is more important than those people who connect with their neighbors directly from the heart, who make people feel welcomed and understood, who create a space of kindness and warmth. You are that kind of person. Your store is a warm haven in a cold, commercial world. Children feel safe and happy there. Adults enjoy simply connecting with you and then going about their business feeling a little better about their neighborhood.
No one knows what effect we have on the world. A kind word here and there can create ripples that reach unexpected shores. We are certain that your store and your presence there has made this south Minneapolis neighborhood a sweeter place to live. Thank you for being there. Thank you for being an example to us of the power of simple heart energy. We are glad to know you, and it is an honor for us to be able to recognize you in this small way.Congratulations!
Elissa and Bruce Peterson, Founding Members