Small acts of kindness

This week, Libby sent me a friendship book, Kelly lent me two movies she thought would enrich my life, a student gave me a homemade pot of rhubarb jam, and an anonymous donor put chocolates in my pigeon hole.

The book, the DVDs and the chocolates were no doubt sent my way to cheer me up in what has been a difficult time. And it worked. It’s impossible not to feel loved when someone has taken a moment to think about you and send some kindness your way.

Belinda’s jam was a lovely thought – and a lovely enhancement on the ‘apple for the teacher.’ She made it herself and brought me a pot when I said I’d never tried rhubarb jam. I have now. It was delicious!

It’s the small acts of kindness that bring joy to our lives. They brighten a tough day and fill our souls with light and sparkle. They make us smile. They make us dance on the inside. They can bring tears to our eyes.

My own ‘acts of kindness’ do happen, although this week, they are probably more about responsibility: I volunteered to help out at my sons’ school BBQ on election day; I made cupcakes with my 8 year old in his quest to learn to cook; and, I arranged to babysit a six year old so his parents can have a day out…

I’ve had weeks where the list is better! Perhaps, that should be my focus for the coming week – random acts of kindness!

And now, let me finish with a quote from my new book - thanks Libster!

Good friends are good for your health.