Showing posts with label #YOU MATTER. Show all posts
Showing posts with label #YOU MATTER. Show all posts

Thursday, January 5, 2012

A You Matter gOLD Nugget


Did you see your grandparents over the holidays? I did. They’re such extraordinary people: My grandmother works at a nursing home taking care of people (some younger than her), while my grandfather works out at the gym three times a week, along with volunteering at his local church. Many people don’t expect these activities to be performed by elders, but it’s very important to acknowledge the potential of everyone, regardless of their age.
Harry J. Getzov (author of “gOLD”, book pictured above pressed to my sister’s forehead) shed light on the perspective of elders through his newly published book, by having “inspiring conversations” with elderly people. If you listen to stories your grandparents and elder relatives have to share, you might find a topic that will spark your interest. Elders have more knowledge and experience than many people seem to realize – and that really does matter.  My mom interviewed Mr. Getzov, listen here.

Remember to spread the You Matter message to people young and old and everything in between!
~YMYL Anna
#YOUMATTER

Saturday, December 3, 2011

You Matter Young MOVIE MAKERS!

You Matter Young Leaders are inventive! Three YMYLs’ passion for reading took us on a creative journey into the world of movies. Once we saw the amazing response to our You Matter video, we realized we love making (and being in) home-made films. This kick-started our idea to make our own movie adaptation of Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief, the first edition to our favorite book series. However, since our dad is a musician, we have some insight about copyright laws. So, we decided to use a short film to ask for permission from Mr. Riordan, the author. We hope to hear from him soon… Read more about our request to Mr. Riordan here.
 P.S. Can you find our You Matter banner in the video?


Explore your creativity because #YOUMATTER!

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

3 Reasons Why Twitter Rocks & A 140 (or less) Short Story





1. You can learn new things.
2. You can teach other people new things.
3. You can spread love - globally!

Here is a 140 short story that ends with a happy, new beginning ;)

Girl tweets,makes new friend.Friend shares video.Kids create video response, shared at online conference. Twitter rocks!

#YOUMATTER

What's your #140ShortStory?