Honoring labor

I'm not saying that grilling, camping, or even shopping those sales is a bad thing, but take a moment sometime today and recall the origins of this holiday. Labor Day came about back in the late 19th century because by trade unionists proposed a day to honor the contributions of the labor movement.  Kindly take a moment to think about that, and be thankful.

A month of courtesy

Did you know that September is National Courtesy Month? Courtesy and kindness go hand in hand, so I just know we have a great month! Of course as I always say, there is never a time when kindness is not appropriate, so show a lot of kindness and courtesy and brighten up the world!

Cherry popovers

Today is National Cherry Popover Day! It really is!  The thought of a nice hot cherry popover makes my mouth water.  Oh I know!  A great way to celebrate today would be to make a nice big batch of popovers and then share them at work and with friends.  What a kind thing to do.  I suppose you could throw in some lemon popovers too.

First thoughts

Already blogging about folks giving back to society, I was thinking two years ago of a simple thing we all can do to make a difference:  be kind to others.  I began this blog a few days later and was thinking then more of the various random acts of kindness that we often hear about.  I've mentioned those acts here before and quoted lots of people, but from my first thoughts about doing this blog came a great gift for me.  I try to be a better person.  I try to continually be more kind.  I intend to keep on trying too!

so many happy birthday wishes

Oh my!  Yesterday I received so many happy birthday wishes.  There were some cards in the mail and numerous social media posts.  The day began with a special birthday breakfast with my sister.  There was so much kindness shown.  I am truly grateful.

Get out those party hats!

Yes, today is my birthday.  I was thinking the other day about how kindness seems to always be magnified at special events like birthdays and anniversaries.  Oh how I love a good celebration, but don't just party for me, party for everyone!  I'm inspired to treat everyone like every single day is a birthday for them.  Get out those party hats folks!  Let's celebrate life!

Too much hate

There is too much hate in the world.  Yesterday a mass shooting in Florida injured several and took more lives.  Why?  Why do we let this keep happening?  In another place, a nine-year-old boy took his own life after being bullied  for being gay.  We need a world of kindness, love, and respect.  Say no to hate - ALL hate.  We CAN change things!