“Eight Gifts to Share”

It’s hard to know what to give people these days when it comes to gift giving. If we try to keep up with the Joneses — then we’ll be constantly attempting to top the next person with what we give.

But Father’s Day is coming up, and a gift for the favorite man in the family would be great! But gifts don’t always have to come in packages, but can come from a simple gesture that says we care and are taking the time out of our busy day to share a bit of kindness every day:

“EIGHT GIFTS TO SHARE”

1. THE GIFT OF LISTENING…
But, you must REALLY listen. No interrupting, no daydreaming, no planning your response. Just listen.

2. THE GIFT OF AFFECTION…
Be generous with appropriate hugs, kisses, pats on the back and handholds. Let these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and friends.

3. THE GIFT OF LAUGHTER…
Clip cartoons. Share articles and funny stories. Your gift will say, “I love to laugh with you.”

4. THE GIFT OF A WRITTEN NOTE…
It can be a simple “Thanks for the help” note or a full sonnet. A brief, handwritten note may be remembered for a lifetime, and may even change a life.

5. THE GIFT OF A COMPLIMENT…
A simple and sincere, “You look great in red,” “You did a super job”, or “That was a wonderful meal” can make someone’s day.

6. THE GIFT OF A FAVOR…
Every day, go out of your way to do something kind.

7. THE GIFT OF SOLITUDE…
There are times when we want nothing better than to be left alone. Be sensitive to those times and give the gift of solitude to others.

8. THE GIFT OF A CHEERFUL DISPOSITION…
The easiest way to feel good is to extend a kind word to someone, really it’s not that hard, to say, “Hello” or “Thank You”.

From the site, www.wow4u.com/bestgifts, came this saying or quote the author is unknown.

We give and receive gifts each and every day. Gifts do not have to be monetary in value, the thoughts above brings out this point. How many gifts can you give this week? Oh yeah, how about giving a few cupcakes, too!