Operation Gratitude

I learned about this from my mom, whose church regularly sends cards, letters, and care

packages overseas to the armed forces. My mom and her fellow church ladies bake some of the

best cookies in the world, so they gather up all kinds of goodies and treats and send them

overseas where the taste of down home surely brings many smiles of satisfaction. Those who

are less gifted in the baking department (such as me!) can make a $15 donation to Operation

Gratitude, which pays for one care package for one serviceperson. Operation Gratitude 

(operationgratitude.com) has sent over a million of these kindness kits around the world!

Show Someone You Care

Collect or buy some items to make a care package for someone, such as a soldier serving overseas or a child in need you have found through an agency. I have two shelves in my closet where I stash stuff I know will make a difference in someone’s day. I picked up this wonderful habit from my mom and the ladies at her church. They have the knack of knowing just what people want.