Hey all! I hope you all had a great Thursday. Todays random acts of kindness:
-Took a video of the girl I care for and sent it to her mom to brightened up her work day.
-Left a goofy voicemail for my sister to lighten up her travel across the country
-When I was leaving the pet store with a big bag of dog food slung over my shoulder, two different people held the doors for me.
Who did you make smile today?
Thursday, April 30, 2015
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
A much needed smile
Lately, I have been in a funk and haven't been feeling very kind. I haven't been feeling well so I have come straight home from work so I haven't had opportunities to make others smile. I was thinking this evening that I needed someone to make me smile to bring me out of this bad mood I've been in. When my sister came home this evening, she made that happen.
For those of you who don't know me, I am an animal lover and dog rescuer. Specifically, I have a huge heart for pit bulls as they have unfairly received a poor reputation. I have two pit bulls myself and prior to my sister living with me, she had her reservations about them. However, not too long after spending some time in the same living space with these loyal dogs, she realized what wonderful dogs there truly are. So tonight when my sister came home, she handed me a bracelet that reads 'say no to dog fighting' as well as a pitbull t-shirt. The best part is, even though she was a previous pit bull skeptic, she got some for herself as well :)
For those of you who don't know me, I am an animal lover and dog rescuer. Specifically, I have a huge heart for pit bulls as they have unfairly received a poor reputation. I have two pit bulls myself and prior to my sister living with me, she had her reservations about them. However, not too long after spending some time in the same living space with these loyal dogs, she realized what wonderful dogs there truly are. So tonight when my sister came home, she handed me a bracelet that reads 'say no to dog fighting' as well as a pitbull t-shirt. The best part is, even though she was a previous pit bull skeptic, she got some for herself as well :)
Who did you make smile today?
Monday, April 27, 2015
Kindness in the midst of Nepal Tragedy
I know a girl who is currently living in Nepal. She is safe but had to spend her first night after the earthquake in an open field. Here are her recent facebook posts
This group of people have been displaced from their homes themselves. Instead of figuring out what is going to happen to them next and how to rebuild their life after the devastation, they are STILL putting others first. It's hard to see the light in the midst of such darkness, but their are many caring people do some extraordinary work in Nepal. Please continue to pray for their recovery efforts and donate if you are able.
Who did you make smile today?
Sunday, April 26, 2015
Kindness at the Track
Sorry, I worked late last night and didn't have time to post. I will cover yesterday in todays blog! I'm not very good and keeping up with this! Buuutt I guess it's better late than never.
Saturday:
We had a kart race this weekend and usually my dad stays at the track in a friends motorhome. However, our friends were unable to make it this weekend so I offered my dad a bed at my house (it's about 50 miles from the track). At first he declined, insisting that he could tough out the cold weather for one night and sleep in the trailer. But after spending the entire day in the cold and rain he decided to accept my offer. I hope that this made his weekend a tad more tolerable as it was super cold for a race weekend.
Sunday:
One of the reasons I love karting so much is the sportsmanship involved in the sport. Although we all want to win and be competitive, we want to see our fellow racers be competitive as well. What is the fun in winning if there is no challenge? From lending tools to speed secrets, everyone really helps each other out. There was a karter who posted on our facebook group that he was in need of a tire mounting ring for the race and asked if there was any he could borrow and of course several people stepped up to offer help. Then as we were packing up to leave, my dad was struggling to push a kart stand holding two karts up the ramp and into the trailer. A fellow racer came sprinting over from across the pits to assist him. There are numerous examples of kindness displayed at the track every weekend. It always makes me smile.
Saturday:
We had a kart race this weekend and usually my dad stays at the track in a friends motorhome. However, our friends were unable to make it this weekend so I offered my dad a bed at my house (it's about 50 miles from the track). At first he declined, insisting that he could tough out the cold weather for one night and sleep in the trailer. But after spending the entire day in the cold and rain he decided to accept my offer. I hope that this made his weekend a tad more tolerable as it was super cold for a race weekend.
Sunday:
One of the reasons I love karting so much is the sportsmanship involved in the sport. Although we all want to win and be competitive, we want to see our fellow racers be competitive as well. What is the fun in winning if there is no challenge? From lending tools to speed secrets, everyone really helps each other out. There was a karter who posted on our facebook group that he was in need of a tire mounting ring for the race and asked if there was any he could borrow and of course several people stepped up to offer help. Then as we were packing up to leave, my dad was struggling to push a kart stand holding two karts up the ramp and into the trailer. A fellow racer came sprinting over from across the pits to assist him. There are numerous examples of kindness displayed at the track every weekend. It always makes me smile.
Who did you make smile today?
Friday, April 24, 2015
FINALLY!!
I'm so sorry for missing another blog yesterday but my computer wouldn't let me get on BlogSpot!! Ok, so here is another two posts on one blog:
Thursday:
Yesterday at work I learned that a grandmother of a 4th grade student makes lunch for the entire school faculty every Thursday!! As someone who hates to cook even for herself, I find this amazing! The teachers at the school seemed to greatly appreciate the effort.
Friday:
A woman in my weight watchers meeting was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer 8 months ago. This week she learned she was officially in remission. Our weight watchers leader brought in a celebratory balloon for her today. I also saw that there were gifts left on the chairs of the woman's close friends. I soon found out that she had sewed each of them a gift for all of their support. Wow!! Every moment she felt well enough to do something, she worked on sewing the gifts. I think it is so incredible for someone who is enduring so much to still think of others. It made me smile this morning to witness such love, support, and kindness.
This afternoon I took my mom out to lunch. Hopefully this brightened her day a bit.
Tonight I went to a Riley Dance Marathon. It was great to see high school students have compassion for the needs of children they have never met. The mom of the girl I care for also spoke at the event. The students were very attentive and respectful during the speech. They were all so good with the little girl as well. Everyone seemed to be having a great time all while raising money for a great cause.
Who did you makes smile today?
Thursday:
Yesterday at work I learned that a grandmother of a 4th grade student makes lunch for the entire school faculty every Thursday!! As someone who hates to cook even for herself, I find this amazing! The teachers at the school seemed to greatly appreciate the effort.
Friday:
A woman in my weight watchers meeting was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer 8 months ago. This week she learned she was officially in remission. Our weight watchers leader brought in a celebratory balloon for her today. I also saw that there were gifts left on the chairs of the woman's close friends. I soon found out that she had sewed each of them a gift for all of their support. Wow!! Every moment she felt well enough to do something, she worked on sewing the gifts. I think it is so incredible for someone who is enduring so much to still think of others. It made me smile this morning to witness such love, support, and kindness.
This afternoon I took my mom out to lunch. Hopefully this brightened her day a bit.
Tonight I went to a Riley Dance Marathon. It was great to see high school students have compassion for the needs of children they have never met. The mom of the girl I care for also spoke at the event. The students were very attentive and respectful during the speech. They were all so good with the little girl as well. Everyone seemed to be having a great time all while raising money for a great cause.
Who did you makes smile today?
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Do what you love
Today is another two post blog. Yesterdays post was postponed because I wanted to make sure I had permission from my patients mother before posting so much information about her daughter. I'm glad I waited because it ties in perfectly with todays blog: Do what you love. When you love your work, it's easy to be uplifted and to lift others up in return.
Tuesday
In my opinion, I have the best job in the world. 3 years ago I had the pleasure of caring for a sweet baby in the ICU and it changed my life forever. After caring for her for 2 out of the 4 months she was in the hospital, she was able to go home for the first time since birth. I knew that this baby girl could not leave my life forever and I decided to be her home care nurse. It was the best decision I have ever made.
At 3 years old, she is still the sweetest little girl I have ever met. She makes me smile every day and I love that I look forward to going into work each morning. I could write a blog about her everyday because she brings so much joy to those around her. I am so blessed and honored to be a part of her family. Her parents have graciously welcomed me into their home and into their daughter's life. I have been able to watch her milestones and accomplishments right along side them. I know it is difficult for some parents to watch their child bond with another adult but her parents have been so supportive of our relationship. I love this girl as if she were my own but I am always cognizant to not overstep my boundaries. I am forever grateful that they have accepted me into their family.
As I stated in a previous blog, she recently started school. I love that I get to be a part of this journey with her. Her sweet nature and kind heart has never been more evident than when she is surrounded by her peers. Because of her medical needs, she does a lot of things differently from her friends. For example, she does not eat by mouth so when if comes to snack time, she will sit with her friends but only pretends to eat. Today at snack time she was pretend eating some plastic cookies while her friends were eating fruit snacks and chips. She wanted to make sure they all had a plastic cookie as well so she gave every kid one of her cookies. It amazes me that even though she is restricted from eating , she still wants to ensure that everyone is included in her "meal".
This precious girl is the perfect example of how we should all treat one another.... with love, forgiveness, joy, and hope.
Wednesday
Today is Administrative assistants day. As the church secretary, my mom received a card and gift card from the Pastor and a couple of coworkers treated her to lunch.
A friend of mine also got a nice message from one of her clients today
Too often we don't let the people we admire know what a difference they are making. Please take the time to tell them!
Who did you make smile today?
Tuesday
In my opinion, I have the best job in the world. 3 years ago I had the pleasure of caring for a sweet baby in the ICU and it changed my life forever. After caring for her for 2 out of the 4 months she was in the hospital, she was able to go home for the first time since birth. I knew that this baby girl could not leave my life forever and I decided to be her home care nurse. It was the best decision I have ever made.
At 3 years old, she is still the sweetest little girl I have ever met. She makes me smile every day and I love that I look forward to going into work each morning. I could write a blog about her everyday because she brings so much joy to those around her. I am so blessed and honored to be a part of her family. Her parents have graciously welcomed me into their home and into their daughter's life. I have been able to watch her milestones and accomplishments right along side them. I know it is difficult for some parents to watch their child bond with another adult but her parents have been so supportive of our relationship. I love this girl as if she were my own but I am always cognizant to not overstep my boundaries. I am forever grateful that they have accepted me into their family.
As I stated in a previous blog, she recently started school. I love that I get to be a part of this journey with her. Her sweet nature and kind heart has never been more evident than when she is surrounded by her peers. Because of her medical needs, she does a lot of things differently from her friends. For example, she does not eat by mouth so when if comes to snack time, she will sit with her friends but only pretends to eat. Today at snack time she was pretend eating some plastic cookies while her friends were eating fruit snacks and chips. She wanted to make sure they all had a plastic cookie as well so she gave every kid one of her cookies. It amazes me that even though she is restricted from eating , she still wants to ensure that everyone is included in her "meal".
This precious girl is the perfect example of how we should all treat one another.... with love, forgiveness, joy, and hope.
Wednesday
Today is Administrative assistants day. As the church secretary, my mom received a card and gift card from the Pastor and a couple of coworkers treated her to lunch.
A friend of mine also got a nice message from one of her clients today
Who did you make smile today?
Monday, April 20, 2015
A Voicemail
My sister spent the day in airports trying to get home from the west coast. I left her a goofy voicemail to give her a little smile between her flights today.
My sister sent a gift to a friend of hers who recently had a baby. I think it's safe to say that it made her friend smile when she opened it:
Who did you make smile today?
My sister sent a gift to a friend of hers who recently had a baby. I think it's safe to say that it made her friend smile when she opened it:
Who did you make smile today?
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