Life Appreciation · Since April 10, 2010

Living Is So Big

Come see why living is so big — stories, songs, and moments of joy, kindness, family, and everyday light. Then share your reason.

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Living Is So Big

Stories

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When the Choir Came to the Hospital Lobby

This one starts in a hospital, but it's a happy story, I promise. My dad works as a security guard at the children's hospital, and every December a high school choir comes to sing in the lobby.

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Fixing Bikes with Kids

On Saturday mornings I volunteer at a community bike shop where kids can earn a free bike by learning to fix one. I'm a retired machinist, so this is pretty much my dream.

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My Coworker's Sourdough Starter

My coworker, Abdi, brought a jar of his sourdough starter to the office in a little cooler, and announced that he was giving everyone in our department "a piece of the family."

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Sleeping Under the Sharks

My daughter's Girl Scout troop had a sleepover at the aquarium in June, and I volunteered to be a chaperone. Twenty-two eight-year-olds and four very tired adults.

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Notes from a Night Train

I took the overnight train from Chicago to New Orleans this spring because I wanted to see the country slowly. I shared a dining car table with strangers at every meal, which the train does on purpose.

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The Bridge at Dusk

Every evening at about 7:30 I walk across the old footbridge over the river on my way home from work. I've done it a thousand times. Last Tuesday I actually stopped.

Photos & Testimonials

Moments along the way

Pictures from the road, the booth, and the people who make living so big.

Living Is So Big New Jersey
Living Is So Big New Jersey
Living Is So Big New Orleans
Living Is So Big New Orleans
Living Is So Big Iliana & Jesus
Living Is So Big Iliana & Jesus
Living Is So Big Wristband group
Living Is So Big Wristband group
Living Is So Big West Palm Beach EXPO
Living Is So Big West Palm Beach EXPO
Living Is So Big Wristbands
Living Is So Big Wristbands
Living Is So Big Wristband arm
Living Is So Big Wristband arm
Living Is So Big Wristband Turtle
Living Is So Big Wristband Turtle
Living Is So Big Wristband & Rocks
Living Is So Big Wristband & Rocks

It was wonderful having Iliana and Jesus speak at Boston University; their vigor for life and passion behind LISB was apparent throughout their entire presentation. They were glad to share their intimate experiences with others who asked about the LISB wristbands or who had witnessed their presentation. LISB is all about recognize how beautiful life is, and it was hard to walk around afterwards without a smile on your face. Thanks again!

Christina (Rosie) BauderBoston University, College of Arts and Sciences 2015, Boston, MA

Jesus and his family with LIVING IS SO BIG has come to the My Daddy Taught Me That program at least three times in the past year. During each visit the group has taken away some vital, valuable information. More importantly the group was left with a confidence, respect, and self awareness for life that will positively impact our youth going forward. What stands out the most is the PASSION that is displayed with Living Is So Big. …

Keynon LakeCEO & Founder, My Daddy Taught Me That, Asheville, NC

I organized an event for Living Is So Big and the Agudo family to speak at Sparta High School in hopes of having everyone's spirits uplifted and days made just a little bit better. What I did not know is that event would change my life and the lives of everyone else that attended. The Agudo family and their mission of life appreciation provided a source of hope to those that were desperate, a source of inspiration to those that were doubtful, a source of happiness to those that were depressed and a source of gratitude for all of the small things in this world that truly do make "Living So Big." …

Eric SmudaPresident & Founder of Take Action, Sparta High School, Sparta, NJ

Safe Spaces of Fulton Missouri was so excited to have “Living is so big” come speak to us. I left the presentation more determined to help those around me understand that “LIVING IS SO BIG” and that it is up to each and everyone one of else to help a friend, neighbor or loved one in need. The Agudo Family is amazing and their passion is contagious.

Kristi DonohuePresident, Safe Spaces, Fulton, MO

I was very excited to have "Living is so big" at my class at Montclair State University. They were able to really connect to the students. When I asked my students who was their favorite speakers for the semester, it was hands down Living is so big. They truly inspired my students to make changes, help others and live their best lives. I left the presentation feeling inspired and motivated to make personal changes in my own life. …

Diane LangCounseling Educator, Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ

The organization, Living Is So Big, LLC, has presented here at Harrison High School in December, 2013. Their message of "Life Appreciation" has truly reached so many and we are pleased to have had them here. Rarely have I seen our students react so positively to Jesus' Chris' and Iliana's message. They are inspirational, informative, and engaging and their commitment to our youth is truly amazing! I would recommend them as presenters to any group of students!

Joan McNichol, MA, SACHarrison Public Schools, Harrison, NJ

From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for coming and speaking to my students. Once again your presentation had a very big positive influence on them. There are so many people in need + you + your family have touched so many lives.

Veronica BohomolecTeacher, Patterson, NJ

You all are such a wonderful inspiration. I am now on the living is so big train!

Robert FosterHotel General Manager, Asheville, NC

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Jesus and Iliana
Jesus and Iliana
The Agudo Family (From left to right: Jesus, Chris & Iliana)
The Agudo Family (From left to right: Jesus, Chris & Iliana)
Living Is So Big booth in Lyndhurst, August 29, 2010
Living Is So Big booth in Lyndhurst, August 29, 2010
Jesus Agudo at a Living Is So Big event
Jesus Agudo at a Living Is So Big event
Living Is So Big wristbands
Living Is So Big wristbands
Living Is So Big wristband
Living Is So Big wristband

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