Does anyone else need a thread like this? Our world is in such torment, and here we are bringing some beautiful new citizens into it. It's already their world, too.
Tell me what you've done lately or what you do regularly to make this world a better place--besides raising model people, of course.
Do you do any of the following? Something different? Or more?
Have you been compassionate, and how? Learned something new about the way other people live? Educate yourself on how your donations impact a community? Give blood? Reduce waste? Actively participate in politics? Educate others and correct misinformation when you see it? Stand up for others in public settings? Adopt pets or rescue or provide safe spaces for wild animals? Be aware of the sources of your material goods?
If you're willing to play, please share one thing you're thankful for, too. It's always good to be grateful for what you have.
Last Edit: Jul 8, 2016 3:29:52 GMT -5 by roseinbloom
"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." -- Maya Angelou
Post by peachesncream on Jul 8, 2016 8:50:47 GMT -5
I am so saddened by the news lately. Thank you for mentioning donating blood, I used to do so regularly but have been ineligible for a long time due to pregnancy and nursing. It is something I would like to get back to! Basically I just try to show kindness and compassion to the people around me in whatever ways I can. I am thankful for my community and for the way it sometimes feels sheltered from the great big world out there. I am thankful for my two girls and I want to see the world the way that they do. I wish we lived in a world where everyone could feel safe and sheltered.
I'm a counselor. Which I carry that hat everyday, even outside my office. The first rule of counseling is "do no harm". And that's my daily motto. And that's what I have taught my oldest and will continue with LO. I'm also a voice for my students who feel their voices aren't heard. I advocate for those who can't advocate for themselves. I surround myself with others who are positive influences to my community. I am thankful everyday for my beautiful family, my wonderful students, my freedom to be who I want. I am thankful that I am able to help others.
A friend just called and asked if she could borrow some tablecloths from my mom (my mom has a very small linen company on the side) for a funeral tomorrow. I'm going to go after I get the kids to bed tonight to my mom's house to sort through and pick up what she needs and then to drop them off at the friend's house. Sounds simple, but digging through the linen closet is not an easy job. I'm hoping that a little thing like table linens will make their service tomorrow a little nicer.
Post by songbirdsinging55 on Jul 16, 2016 22:31:17 GMT -5
A woman was in line at the grocery store and her card was declined for her groceries. She was $10 short. So I asked the cashier to put the $10 on my card.
I saw a toddler wonder off when we were at a pizza playspace. I followed him all the way to the front door and grabbed his hand before he bolted out into the parking lot. I was walking him back when his mother ran up. I was wearing Evie and DH had Isaac. She was frantically apologizing and in tears. I calmed her down and told her that it was okay. He is a toddler and they run off. It is not her fault. She was so upset and I could understand. I would have been too.
I came from a very poor background and it means so much to me to be able to help anyone in need. The kindness of others gave us food on our table when me and my siblings were young. It helped us have clothes and school supplies.
I am the type of person to try to make people's days just a tiny bit better. I smile and greet everyone I meet or make eye contact with. I think everyone needs a little more brightness and kindness in their days. I want to do more and volunteer. I hope to involve my children in giving back to our community.
My family has always taught me that everyone is fighting some sort of battle that we don't know about and that kindness can change someone's whole day.
Post by roseinbloom on Jul 17, 2016 22:48:18 GMT -5
THANK YOU. Thank you to all of you for all that you do.
This past week I've spent a ridiculous amount of time using just the right pinch of flattery, humility, logic and fact-finding, and psychoanalysis to convince a few people here and there on Facebook to engage in a broader world view. I feel slightly manipulative, very tired, but at least a little successful? I couldn't come back to you with nothing.
On Wednesday I donated shoes, clothing, books, toys, and a few household items I've outgrown but have been too sentimental about to donate. It felt really good. We also bought a bat house last weekend.
Personally I dislike donating money because of overhead amongst other things, but I am happy to donate energy and food, blood, or other material goods. Time is hard to donate right now, though.
We compost, are serious about recycling, reduce waste, conserve energy and water when we can, use vinegar and other hippy cleaners. I confess that I hate MH's push-mower with a passion, though.
I like how many of you have personal stories about caring for individuals in your communities. I'll be thinking of you and looking for ways to be more involved and engaged while out running errands.
I am thankful for a healthy family, for watching Bud grow into a happy little boy, and for getting a chance to hug my sister in person last week.
Last Edit: Jul 17, 2016 22:51:29 GMT -5 by roseinbloom
"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." -- Maya Angelou
Post by roseinbloom on Jul 17, 2016 23:00:40 GMT -5
Also, in college I developed a relationship with a local nursing home and would schmooze with the residents while decorating the halls with silly items I coerced other college students to help me make. I always swore to myself that I would try to take my future kids to nursing homes so that they would be comfortable with elderly people outside the family and to give the elderly folk a chance to interact with children, which many love. Maybe I should think about starting that up soon with Bud.
"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." -- Maya Angelou
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