1843

The little counter on the page that keep track of these things, says that today is the 1843rd post to this blog!  Thank you for sticking with me these past five years.  Thanks too for your never-ending kindness.  Let's keep spreading it!

Kind Arnel

The wonderful music that Arnel Pineda shares at all of his performances is certainly an act of beauty, but I am told that he is also a very kind man who enjoys bringing joy to others.  He brings a LOT of joy!

go sit with a stranger

Reaching out is important all the time. Today though a special effort would be in order because this is National Sit With a Stranger Day. We can never have too many friends. The most simple connection just might turn into a wonderful life-long relationship. I'm thinking of all the lonely people too. For them, making a new connection is certainly a kind thing to do. Reach out and touch someone!  Go sit with a stranger.

For the future

The earth has been here a long time and it will be around for a long time to come, BUT will it be able to sustain life? Will plants and flowers grow and fish swim in the water and birds fly through the air? Will cows and chickens, dogs and cats, all manner of life, including humans, still roam the planet?  I've been thinking a lot about this.  Climate change is real folks.  Look at the soaring temperatures.  Look at the sea life being cooked in the water.   Be kind to future generations.  We need to act.  

donuts

Today is National Cream-Filled Donut Day and my mouth is already watering. Maybe a good time to bring some donuts to work or to school or maybe just get some to share with neighbors and friends. I love Boston cream! Oh and I love chocolate cream too. Oh and then there's custard or lemon cream or nutella or maple cream. Wow! Cream-filled donuts come in so many varieties, but I suppose you could share a good old jelly donut too!

Does time heal?

Yesterday, another 9/11 day of remembrances.  I find every year for the day to be a very emotional one.  Does time heal?  Perhaps.  What helps a great deal is kindness and respect.  Treat everyone in a positive manner.  Understand that we all process difficult moments in our own way and that there is no wrong way to grieve - it's a very individual thing.  We get our strength by showing love and concern for others.

remembering

Twenty years ago the day began like most others, and then terror struck.  Let us always remember the events of that day and do all we can so see that atrocities like that never happen again.  Let us work for peace and harmony.  Let us also remember the souls we lost that day.

Teddy Bears

National Teddy Bear Day honors the history of one of our favorite toys. My mom used to collect teddy bears, and many of hers are now with me. In 1902, President Teddy Roosevelt refused to shoot a bear cub while hunting in Mississippi. The incident made national news. Clifford Berryman published a cartoon of the event in the Washington Post and the caricature became an instant classic. That's how it began, now let's keep it going!

holiday kindness

Yes, today is a holiday.  It's also another be kind to others day.  Being kind takes no holiday, no vacation.  Being kind is a way of life that we practice every single day.

September is

September is National Blood Cancer Awareness Month, Better Breakfast Month, Self Improvement Month, National Suicide Awareness Month, Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, Little League Month, National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, Baby Safety Month, Classical Music Month, National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and National Courtesy Month.  Learn.  Be aware.  Be kind.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides

24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress,

prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.

1-800-273-8255

Courtesy Month

It’s National Courtesy Month! No, I'm not making this up. While I am always urging kindness, here we have a whole month that is especially urging that. So, show lots of courtesy all through September (and beyond)!

welcome September

Welcome September, a brand new month and more opportunities to show kindness.  Enjoy this ninth month of the year, and be kind!