“Peace” by Christine B.
Hello December!
Classes are over. Grades are in. I am happy for the quiet office, slower pace, and for time to give attention to things simmering on the back burner. More importantly, I am excited to have time to focus on the holidays and to participate in meaningful challenges like Action for Happiness’ Do Good December (DGD), which encourages small acts of kindness. I first heard of DGD two years ago, and am eager to participate again this year.
This morning, my friend Christine sent a message with a Nikki Banas’ quote (below) on the impact of our small acts of kindness. Her message solidified my plan to share the kindness calendar with readers today.
You never know the true impact you have on those around you. You never know how much someone needed that smile you gave them. You never know how much your kindness turned someone else’s entire life around. You never know how much someone needed that long hug or deep talk. So don’t wait to be kind. Don’t wait for someone else to be kind first. Don’t wait for better circumstances or for someone to change. Just be kind, because you never know how much someone needs it. —Nikki Banas
Be sure to download the calendar and do one small act of kindness every day. Your act might make a huge difference in someone’s life.
About the Image: The gorgeous artwork above is the work of Christine B. It reminds me of where I’d love to be–peacefully sitting on a beach, watching the ocean and a golden sunset (or sunrise). Christine sent this with sunflowers for my birthday. Her loving act of sharing her creativity has made a significant difference in my life. ❤ [The piece was made with alcohol ink, a fine-point black Sharpie, and oil pens].
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Love Christine’s artwork! 🙂
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Happy Belated birthday! You have a great friend in Christine. 🙂
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I do indeed. She is a treasure! [Birthday was in October, but THANK YOU]. How are you?
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Awww, happy happy belated. How is your year going? As for me, my latest post says it all.
Still, God is good.
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So pleased you mentioned that you liked it so I could pass it along to you. I hope your birthday was a awesomw and now that the semester is over you can make some time for you. Happy December
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Yessssss…time….for….meeeee! LOL! Thanks so much, Christine!
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Wonderful artwork and present for your ur birthday. 😊😊. I also love the quote. Thank you.
Miriam
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I agree! 🙂 Thank you for dropping in!
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I am doing something similar!
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Awesome!
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