The world can always use more kindness, which is why I’m thrilled to be participating in the Martin Richard Bridge Builder campaign in partnership with generationOn, Hasbro and the Martin Richard Foundation. The campaign honors Martin Richard, an 8-year-old boy who was tragically killed when the second of two bombs exploded near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on April […]
A New Holiday Tradition
December 30, 2014 by
For the holidays this year, we thought it would be fun to start a new family tradition of visiting our local Build-A-Bear Workshop! The kids enjoyed building a toy to donate to Toys For Tots and another to keep for themselves. For the past few years, Build-A-Bear Workshop has partnered with the Toys For Tots Foundation […]
Heart Attack Act of Kindness Activity!
February 11, 2014 by
One of our favorite acts of kindness to do is to heart attack someone! It’s such a fun and easy way to make someone’s day and is perfect for Valentine’s Day! Heart Attack Kindness Activity: paper heart shapes markers, crayons, etc someone to make smile! Don’t worry this kind of heart attack brings smiles instead […]
Teach Kids Kindness Book and Craft Activity
August 21, 2013 by
We are focusing on kindness in our family this year and one of our favorite books has been Have You Filled a Bucket Today? by Carol McCloud. It is a sweet story that teaches kids about being kind to others by doing things to “fill their buckets”. In the story McCloud talks about how we […]
50 Ways to Make a Difference This Summer
June 17, 2013 by
The lazy days of summer are the perfect time to focus on making a difference and doing acts of kindness with your kids! Here’s a list of 50 ways you can make a difference this summer if you are looking for inspiration… 1. Wash someone’s car. 2. Make paper fans to pass out at the […]
10 Things You Can Do Right Now…
April 15, 2013 by
The thought of making a difference can sometimes feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are 10 things you can do right now (really!) that can make our world a better place… 1. Plant a tree. 2. Send a card to a service member. 3. Turn off the water while you brush your […]
20 Simple Ways to Brighten Someone’s Day
March 18, 2013 by
Easy ideas for parents and kids! I love the concept of simple kindness. It doesn’t take much to brighten someone’s day and the ripple effects of spreading joy are down right amazing. These ideas don’t require a lot of time or money, but they are sure do make the world a little brighter. Do […]
