I know those needles are scary. But each pint of your blood can save 3 lives. Count ’em. Three! That’s three more people out there who could be doing mindful acts of kindness. Most hospitals will let you donate every 90 days. That means every year you could literally save 12 lives. Isn’t that worth […]
It’s July. The sun is blazing hot. Yet those hard-working construction folks are out on that searing asphalt. Bring out some cold bottles of water or a refreshing pitcher of lemonade to help them beat the heat.
Ever gone to the drive thru to find out the car in front of you paid for your meal? No? It’s awesome. Treat the car behind you to a happy meal and pay for their order as you drive through. Watch. You just might see some high fives and thumbs ups in your rearview. Maybe […]
They fight fires, save lives, rescue kittens, and bring toys to tots. Show your appreciation by bringing some comfort food to your local fire station. Cookies or brownies are always welcome. Feeling ambitious? Bring lasagna. Maybe they’ll let you play with the dalmatian, slide down the pole, or hop on the fire truck for a […]
Leave flowers on some windshields. I find that the grocery store, hospital, and school faculty parking lot are great places. Skip the roses and opt for tulips or sunflowers instead. Feeling fancy? Try a dahlia. Here’s a great bit of guerrilla gardening from our good friends at Tuin en Balkon: Here’s the full story in […]