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Hello,
As we all know that every month now has a holiday. Which means we get
saturated in the stores to buy, buy, buy with overlapping holiday items/ sales. Waaayyy to much commercialism for me, thanks!
However, each
month now is chalked full of days, designated/ known to have a special
significance. Whether history or silliness, there are plenty enough
to fill a calendar! I should know, I gather the information for my
annual calendar, and it includes such things. Why do I include
them? To promote the positives of course! As it seems that some need the continual "friendly reminders", throughout
the year.
As almost everyone knows February's main celebrated holiday - Valentine's/ V-Day, hosts the idea of "Spreading the Love". This is a wonderful idea, that has now grown into the entire month being designated/ known as "Love Month". A good start to spread love more often!!! Those celebrating it have many activities, events, and other options to consider in their communities. For those that don't being single on V-Day is the worst! It is often seen as a time of sadness, depression, and unfortunately for some even suicide. Fortunately there are ways to help! See below... (^&^)
As almost everyone knows February's main celebrated holiday - Valentine's/ V-Day, hosts the idea of "Spreading the Love". This is a wonderful idea, that has now grown into the entire month being designated/ known as "Love Month". A good start to spread love more often!!! Those celebrating it have many activities, events, and other options to consider in their communities. For those that don't being single on V-Day is the worst! It is often seen as a time of sadness, depression, and unfortunately for some even suicide. Fortunately there are ways to help! See below... (^&^)
Another well known example of
this "Love Month" is December, when everyone seems to
"spread the love much more willingly. As they tend to show more
love and appreciation towards others, all due to "Christmas
Spirit". Isn't this really just happiness for the year finally
coming to an end? lol They
say " 'Tis The Season of Giving", but are we truly giving?
Many think that how much they spend/ receive determines how much they
love/ are loved. To me these ideas are incorrect, removes the true
meaning/ pureness of the thought, and encourages unwanted negative
behaviours.
With
February at the beginning of the year and December at the end, there
seems the logical question of What about the rest of the year?
As commercialism for every
holiday saturates us, it is long overdue for a change. "Giving"
of ourselves is what's MOST important and needed. It's not meant to
just be when "society" declares the days, dates, or months;
nor reduced to include only those we know well. It is meant to
include everyone we know/ meet. After all; it is needed every day,
all year long, all the time, and everywhere around the world!
We each can take the time to show
that we TRULY care. Each of us can help relieve the possible
stresses, through love & friendship. To show that we are willing
to help any way we can, and whenever possible. Then actually help
them right when it's needed - with honest and vigilant efforts. After
all, isn't that part of "what friends are for"?
Example:
I
stopped in at a friend's place and discovered help was needed, as
those around them did nothing. This showed me how much closer of a
friend I was to her. So calling in help with a ride, I was able to
help while I was there. A HUGE THANKZ for that ride (you know who you
are... wink, wink)!!!
We take the time to care for the
ones we know well and love. But what about those "new friends",
acquaintances, or even those we collaborate with? How often do we do
something nice for them?
There are MANY ways that we can
give of ourselves, that we tend to forget or take for granted.
Whether it is our not needed/unwanted belongings, our help, or even
some of our time/ attention.
This is not in any particular
order, they were just randomly thought of and I'm sure there's more
that could be thought of by many.
Here's
some sayings to help remember some ideas:
Giving
your invited/ needed assistance or time to others,
is
always appreciated no matter the weather.
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Knowledge
sharing is helpful, more often than not.
Give
it a try!.
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Purging
always help make room for more family & friends!
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BONUS - Goodies = Yummy!!!
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BONUS - Goodies = Yummy!!!
For me I try to aid others in so
many ways. After gathering information for a calendar yearly now, it
is nice to see more celebrations throughout the years that try to
promote the positives of "Spreading the Love"! Due to this
I have included my own versions of many of these monthly, with a
special HUMP Day thrown in - to at least give us an "excuse"
if needed... lol
My
"TOP 10" Pay It Forward List:
10.
Help a neighbor.
9.
Bake for others.
8.
Promote/ attend "Do Good" options, for yourself and others
to participate in.
7.
Donate warm clothes, toys, books, movies, etc... to a local community
center/resource.
6.
Donate to your local food bank.
Can
also be through many public events hosting it, or otherwise.
5.
Donate your time like a "big sister/ big brother" to
someone in need.
4.
Donate your time to read/sing to sick kids/ the elderly.
3.
Be more generous with yourself towards others (attention, attendance,
patience, etc...).
2.
Volunteer within your community.
1.
Take in a "person in need" of shelter for a day, a week, a
month, a season, etc... Your choice.
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BONUS+++
Feel
inspired/ motivated after reading that?
Then
here's my 'Pay It Forward Le Challenge':
1.
Pick 1-3 things from the list or from what you think up to
participate in.
2.
While doing each task, take "evidence" pics or pics of
those you are giving to.
3.
Post them with a link to this page/ blog, and one to your pics.
Feel
free to to do any/ all, and tell us how you liked this 'Le
Challenge'.
Thankz!!!
(^^^)
Enjoy
spreading the love, and feel free to share your stories!
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More Ideas/ detailed lists:
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LOVE
in Friendship Always,
Your
'Freaky Little Sista'
Chris
S. (*@^@*)
P.S.
For a more detailed list of ideas:
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