The Best Things In Life...

GIFTS THAT DO NOT COST A CENT
From Old John Boy

1. THE GIFT OF A CHEERFUL DISPOSITION:
The easiest way to feel good is to extend a kind cheery word to someone. It's really not so hard to say, "Hello" or "Thank you."

2. THE GIFT OF A COMPLIMENT:
You can really brighten someone's day with a simple and sincere, "You look great in red," "That was a terrific dinner," or "You did a super job."

3. THE GIFT OF LISTENING:
To be a good listener you must REALLY listen. Let the other person speak with no interrupting, no daydreaming, no planning your response...just listening!

4. THE GIFT OF AFFECTION:
Be generous with APPROPRIATE hugs, kisses, pats on the back, and handholds. Let these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and friends.

5. THE GIFT OF LAUGHTER:
Share your laughter and humor by clipping cartoons, jokes, articles and funny stories. Your gift will say, "I love to laugh with you!"

6. THE GIFT OF A WRITTEN NOTE:
You can send someone a simple note that says, "Thanks for the help," or a poem, story, or any kind of upbeat message. The most brief, handwritten note can be remembered for a lifetime, and even change a life, you just never know.

7. THE GIFT OF A FAVOR:
Every day, go out of your way to do something kind for someone else. There are plenty of opportunities for you to do something nice for a friend, relative, or co-worker on a daily basis. Show the love of Christ with your acts of kindness to others. Let them see Jesus in you. (To our non-Christian friends ... please insert the word God where Christ and Jesus appear in that last sentence.)

8. THE GIFT OF SOLITUDE:
There are times when we all want nothing better than to be left alone. Be sensitive to those times and give the gift of solitude to others.

Old John Boy John STROADE Shay, Sr.
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