Neighbor to Neighbor
5 Questions and a Game
Neighbor Close-Up
Every neighbor has a story. Get up close, listen in, and see your neighborhood in a new way.
The Five Questions We Ask + Our Game
THIS OR THAT
A lighthearted start to every interview: our neighbor draws cards and chooses between two things—pizza or pasta, concert or film, and more. These playful moments of preference aren’t just fun; they’re little chances for connection. You might find yourself saying, ‘Me too,’ and seeing someone differently because of it.
GRANDPARENTS
Grandparents—by blood or by bond—have a way of shaping us. In these stories, neighbors share about the grandparent figures in their lives: what they were called, what they were like, and what they passed along. Whether funny, fierce, gentle, or wise, these memories remind us that no matter who we are or where we come from, we all carry the influence of someone who wanted the best for us.
CHILDHOOD MEMORY
These are the memories that make us smile. Neighbors share the stories from childhood that stay with them—favorite games, birthday surprises, proud moments, or simple joys. It’s a reminder: we all started as kids.
UNSEEN
In these stories, neighbors share times they felt unseen or judged—moments when assumptions, stereotypes, or biases were placed on them before anyone truly knew who they were. These honest reflections show the emotional weight of being misunderstood, judged, or reduced to labels—and how those moments can shape how we see ourselves and move through the world.
SEEN
In these stories, neighbors share the moments when they felt truly seen—when someone said or did something that make them feel understood and appreciated. These real, everyday experiences remind us just how much it means to feel known by someone else. It’s something we all long for—to be seen.
WORDS OF WISDOM
In these stories, neighbors share final thoughts that speak to the heart—whether it’s wisdom passed down through generations or something they’ve learned along the way. These insights offer sparks of kindness, compassion, and love—something we can carry with us in everyday life.
“Where the EYES go,
the HEART will follow.”
—Pamela Hense
Every neighbor has a story—some you hear, some you read.
The more we share, the more we see our neighborhood in a new way.
Are you ready to keep exploring the voices, experiences, and perspectives that bring us together, one neighbor at a time?
No matter who you are, who you think you are, or who you think others see—this is the neighborhood for you.
Contact Us
Have a story to share? A moment when you felt unseen—or truly included? Questions, ideas, or reflections on breaking barriers and building connection? I’d love to hear from you and highlight it in You’ve Got Mail. Share your thoughts below, and let’s keep the conversation going.