Summers helping others

Seems living in the south it is always hot! But even in the hot weather there are things you can do for others. Like washing mom's car, lol.


But seriously there is much you can do help a neighbor. Here are just a few ideas.

Help a neighbor who might have health problems with things like getting the mail.

Cut grass for another neighbor who works long hours.

Help a neighbor load or unload their moving truck (great way to welcome new neighbors).

Take fresh veggies to another neighbor.

Share flowers and cuttings with neighbors.


Help a neighbor with repairs that they might not be able to do themselves.

Invite the kids over for some time playing in the sprinkler...this is a great way to give other parents a break.

Many of these seem like simple things but to many they mean so much!

Things happen for a reason

I firmly believe that. It is so very hard to stay positive with when things are going wrong. It was one of the reasons I started this blog to help myself focus on the positive.

This blog "You are the World" I truly feel "You may only be a person in this world, but for someone, you’re the world!"

I feel by helping others I help myself. We each can make a difference. Sometimes we wonder if our little parts make a difference.

Little things tell me I am on the right track. I am making a difference. I am focusing on the right things.

One of those little things this morning was an email about this year's reflections contest through the school. Much to my surprise it is

2008 Reflections Program Theme: "I can make a difference by..."

It will be interesting to see what my six and 8 year old come up with for this theme. I will keep you posted.