The one step from tragedy to joy

How to not miss the gift of giving

In the quaint Texas town of Fredericksburg, over drinks around a fire with friends, we talked about the greatest joys of life. We agreed that service to others is close to the top of the list, and it is so, innately, for all humans.

America slows down for the holidays, a rare and valuable ritual of pausing commerce for family, friends, and giving. It’s …