Sandy Kintz is a creative artist in several mediums, especially the art of friendship. After we visited our mutual friend, Karen, in a nursing home, Sandy’s creativity went to work. The numbers on the calendar were too small for Karen’s compromised vision to see from across the room. Several of us had shopped for a calendar with larger print and numbers, but this year’s calendar had disappeared from the shelves. Enter: Sandy Kintz, the artist. The day after our visit, Sandy texted me: “I came right home and made a calendar I think Karen will like.” Indeed! Sandy’s calendar is a work of art—and is the delightful focal point of Karen’s room. The day, month, and year are large and easily interchangeable. Now everyone, even Karen’s nursing attendants, rush to have the fun of turning yesterday into today, with the flip of a tiny clothes pin.
When Sandy’s little light shines with a bright idea—as a friend or an artist—she’s on it. Lucky for us, she can’t stop herself!
Kudos to Sandy for her helpful response for Karen.
Sandy’s friendly smile is always a pleasure to see! I’m glad she has a new live in companion to pamper & spoil 😊👍
Sweet it involves others.
Karen is blessed by visits from friends like Sandy and Shiela. Sandy’s artful solution was icing om the cake!
Thank you both for being there for Karen. The transition from independence is hard.
I loved the concept that making ng friends is an art. It really seems to be. Growing up in a traditional neighborhood, I assumed friends were a given. Everybody was friends. As an adult, friendship isn’t so easy. We are much more isolated. Easy friendships become more like acquaintances with an exchange of social salutations and inquires of health or current updates.All nice and appreciated. However, I’m really at awe by those with an artists touch who put their time and talent into creating stronger bonds with empathy, energy, personal time, attention to detail and giving of oneself. Those amazing people that spread love and kindness. The calendar is such an example of the art of friendship. Love it!
Sandy, what a precious act of kindness. It appears to be just what your friend needs.
Pat