About this episode
In this episode of Your Daily Dose of Hope, guest host Teresa Cleveland shares a cherished memory with her granddaughter that became a lifelong lesson in hope and imagination. During a quiet afternoon together, Teresa playfully suggested to her then-four-year-old granddaughter that she could "kick the sky" while swinging. What began as a whimsical moment blossomed into a powerful metaphor. As Teresa watched her granddaughter climb onto the swing, pump her legs with determination, and shout with joy, "Grandma, I did it—I really kicked the sky!", the moment solidified two timeless truths: 1 . The power of asking “What if?” — Opening the door to possibility can spark hope and courage to try something new. 2. A shift in perspective changes everything — Sometimes, a small change in how we approach familiar routines can lead to pride, excitement, and newfound potential. This story reminds us that even on the toughest days, we can tilt back just a little, ask “what if,” and find the hope we need to keep going.