This issue features some extraordinary acts of service and kindness. TSA Director Doug Keene shares some photos and his thoughts on why he returns to Haiti each year for medical work. There's also an abbreviated version of a particularly moving moment in TSA's recent education conference. National Secretary David Bruce gave an overview of TSA's Prison Outreach Program, which was followed by a heartfelt talk by TS member Walter Terpack, a beneficiary of the program. You may recall reading Walter's article, Stewards of Eternity, in the Spring 2012 Quest Magazine.

I hope you're enjoying some Spring blossoms where you live. It's natural at this time of year to turn our attention to the earth, watching as renewed life begins to green, sprout and blossom. Earth Day is April 22, and we've included an article on 12 easy ways to help heal the environment by reducing waste.

The service ideas in this issue are all about keeping it simple. Our lives can get complicated as the holidays approach, yet our hearts and minds invariably turn to giving. The projects below are low-cost ways of giving, and they don't require a huge time commitment.

I'm having a ball (and wishing you were here) attending the 127th Summer National Convention of the Theosophical Society in America, to be followed in a few days by the TOS International Convention 2013. I'm surrounded by dedicated TS and TOS workers from around the country, and from around the world. Inspiration abounds as we share ideas and stories of service from our local groups.