Being Kind....

In the beginning of this year I set a goal to be kinder.  Measuring kindness, is kind of difficult so I created ways I thought I could measure.  I also looked for web sites  giving tangible ways to show kindness.   

The reason I want to work on this more, is because, I truly believe that when we are kind, we are greatly blessed.  We are also able to positively impact the lives of those around us.  Sometimes in small ways, but other times in HUGE ways.  

I have also learned that we never know how our small act of kindness can really impact another person.   It is delightful to talk to others, and hear them share how someone doing something kind/positive has truly made their day better.  It is wonderful how much better I feel when I feel like someone truly cares about me.  It is amazing how a smile from a stranger can truly bless my day.  

The family who did the  12 days of Christmas for our family truly touched me.  I was impressed that someone could be so kind, and know that they wouldn't get any thanks or recognition.   I can't thank them enough for how much this touched me.

Last year one of my friends told me about drop a LOVE BOMB.

Once a week LOVE BOMB picks someone who is struggling  and then everyone drops a love bomb on their blog.  It is amazing to see how something so simple brings joy in another person's life.    If you are interested go to the link below!

http://dropalovebomb.com/

Below are also other web sites I have found that I love.   Great ideas that I will constantly be checking!


https://www.facebook.com/randomactsofkindness
http://www.daretobeanangel.com

http://www.doonenicething.com/

https://www.facebook.com/10000RandomActsOfKindnessIn2013

http://www.helpothers.org

Life Board Plan for 2012

Every year at the beginning of the year I always plan on making a life board plan for 2012.  A couple of years I have decided that I would do it, but this year I actually accomplished it with pictures.  I still have more pictures to add to it, but I thought if I put it on my blog I would feel more accountable.  Especially, when I turn my blog into an book that will be our family journal/scrapbook.  So here are my plans for this year.  They aren't necessarily goals, but what I want to do in each area of my life! My life mission I keep every year, some years I just refine it a little bit.  I did a little bit this year, but not much!

Life Mission

I am a loving, spiritual, centered happy daughter of my Heavenly Father. I create and enjoy a life of purpose.  I have a warm and welcoming home built on the foundation of Christ. My goal for my family is to inherit the celestial kingdom—no empty chairs.  Our home is a safe haven for family and friends.  I enjoy fulfilling, loving and appropriate relationships with my husband, children, co-workers and friend.  I know how to deal with a wide range of situation and how to set boundaries.  I am financially savvy, spend wisely and save, save save.  I balance and organize my time and home efficiently.  I make time for hobbies, fun, and I delight in serving others. 

Spiritual

Read the book of Mormon everyday (listening to CD’s works too).

Attend the temple at least monthly

Finish visiting teaching by the 20^th of each month.

Work on Personal Progress (I goal each month and 2 value experiences each year)

Pray daily for the sisters I visit, and the young women I work with.  Spend time each month magnifying my calling.

 Family

Date night with my hubby every week.

Have family prayer twice a day

Hold FHE once a week.

Hold family council at least once a month.

Attend family reunion.

Stay connected to extended family through phone calls, visits and activities.

Monthly family dinner

Spend time talking with members of the family.

Health

Refrain from sugar at least two days a week

Exercise at least a minimum of 4 days a week---plan to do 6 days a week

Eat at least 4 fruits and veggies a day

Sleep 8 hours each night.

Be at a BMI of 23.

Financial

Stick to our planned budget

Put money aside in savings, 401k, Roth IRA, and pension plan

Once a month have a couple planning meeting.

Social

Go to lunch at least once a month with a girlfriend (more is okay too).

Attend Book Club each month.

Attend R.S. meetings

Invite a family/couple over for dinner at our home once a month.

Say only kind things about others or don’t say anything at all.

Send notes to others several times a month.

Love more.

Personal Development

Attend musical, plays and performing art events

Learn about the early 1900’s and other important history events

take a photography class

Listen more than I speak

Pause before speak to eliminate interrupting.

Read at least one book a week leisurely

Service

Pray daily to know how I can best serve others

Daily serve someone—small or great.

Show kindness to everyone I meet.

Love more.

And Smile, smile SMILE!!!!