Posting Kindness

I found this poster online.  The creator encouraged those to print out their great work and share it, so I did!  I printed out a bunch and cut along the bottom words so that folks can tear off a little strip, if they so desire.  It has been kind of fun to find as many appropriate spots to put these up. I have mostly stuck to bathroom stalls and public bulletin boards.

Make Wishes

What to do with extra pennies in a day and age where they won't buy much?  Spread kindness!  I have to admit, I was kind of nervous about this one.  I made sure to find a fountain that already had pennies in the bottom, because I did not want to start a trend that would give the fountain caretakers extra work.  Also, I was not sure if using sidewalk chalk on public property would be considered a nuisance.  But I figured that one good rain would take it away, so the actual impact would wash away any wrong doing. 

Tab for a Cause

This is another free way to support a worthy organization.  It is along the lines of my  Goodsearch, post, but it is called Tab for a Cause

I think a lot about my privilege and know that I am very lucky to be in a financial position where I can do some of these acts of kindness. But I also think that financial situation should not dictate one's ability to be able to contribute to the greater-good, as it were. So this is one of those little things that can be integrated into daily life. I already use tabs when I am on the Internet. So why not have each one contribute something (however small) towards a positive cause?

Bring Extras - Fun For All At The Beach!

While I am not a huge fan of sun, sand, nor water, I still enjoy bringing my kids to our local beach. They make it fun for me!  The first few times we went, I was very ill prepared.  I naively assumed that beach towels, swimsuits and sunblock would be enough.  I neglected to bring any accouterments, even the simple ones like a shovel and a bucket!  We were lucky enough to find kind families who shared with us.  Now when we go, I make sure to pack extras so that we can feel free to share with our fellow beach-goers.  And the good thing about this one is that beyond the initial investment of buckets and shovels (which since the end of the season is coming, could be bought at a steep discount) there is no ongoing cost for this act of kindness.