Hello Everyone! Oh my goodness I am so excited that it is almost Spring. What a wonderful time to remind us all to be kind and to kick-start this beautiful season with March Kindness. Of course, we should be kind all year long, but March Kindness gives us the opportunity to do a little extra and to create kind habits that we can carry with us throughout the year.
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Personally, I want to do my part in helping you find ways to spread kindness so that you get to feel that warm and fuzzy feeling which only comes from knowing you have made a positive difference. If we each do just a little bit then together we are able to make a big impact on the world around us. I believe that kindness is contagious and so imagine your small acts of kindness being multiplied as others follow your example!
Simple Ways to Show Kindness
Here are some simple ways that you can show kindness……
Send a Thank You Card
A handwritten expression of thanks is so very meaningful and shows that you truly are appreciative and took the time to pick a card and write a note. Something so simple has the ability to make someone feel so special.
Maybe someone made you feel good on a bad day, thank them. Maybe someone has helped you or you have seen them help others, thank them. Take the opportunity to say thank you whenever possible, it is a simple kindness that has a lasting effect.
Volunteer to Read to the Elderly or to Children
Nursing homes and senior centers are always looking for volunteers where something as easy as reading may have become difficult for some elderly people. Not only will they be thrilled with getting to hear a story but the interaction with someone new will brighten their day. And best of all, this is something you can do that doesn’t cost anything but a little of your time.
You may also reach out to your local libraries as they often have children’s reading programs and would love someone to read to the little littles who may not be able to yet read.
Visit your local Pet Shelter
Pet shelters are often in desperate need of volunteers. We cannot forget to show kindness to our furry friends. Some shelters have space where you can love and pet the cats so that they are people friendly and have a better chance of being adopted. I have also seen one shelter where they have you read a storybook to the dogs one on one while cuddling with them….so incredibly sweet.
Create a Piece of Art for me the Pearl Fairy
Are you crafty? Do you love to color, paint or draw? Help me spread a little kindness by sending me a handcrafted piece of art. I am going to personally deliver them to a nursing home where they will brighten their day!
Just Serve
If you want to find a way to give back and serve in your community the website JustServe is a great place to look. Simply type in your zip code and search to find different service opportunities in your neighboorhood.
Each and every day we make the decision of what we will do that day. Add a little act of kindness each day and you will find that each day is better than the last, for you and for those whose hearts you touch.
Thank you all for helping me spread kindness….together we can make a positive impact!!
Love, The Pearl Fairy
