Rebecca Zacharias - Broker, H2H Realty

When a powerful EF-4 tornado tore through Southern Illinois in mid-May, our community was left with a trail of destruction and a profound reminder of what it means to show up for one another.

There’s something especially touching about how everyday items, like gifts from wedding guests, can carry memories across decades.

The late comedian, George Carlin, had a humorous routine about people and their stuff. In it, he laments that the only reason people need...