Random Acts of Kindness=Happiness

I've been reading several different books lately that talk about being happier or being a better person.  One underlying theme in all the books, sermons, talks with others, etc. is doing for others.

We have all heard/know that we feel better when we do things for others.  If this is the case, then why don't we do things for others more often?  Now, a few things that I know from experience is that we if we constantly do for 1 person we begin to expect things in return from that person.....so, I think we need to vary the people for which we do things.

One of my favorite things I have EVER received came in the mail came from a friend, Lundy.  One day out of the blue a few years ago she sent me and my family a card letting us know that she and her family had chosen to pray for one family each week and that we were that family for that week.  I can't tell you how fantastic I thought that was.  She was thinking/praying for us....out of the blue!  I love that!  Now, my plan had been to do the same and unfortunately it is still something I need to do...but it is a goal of mine.

We all know a random text, call, phone call, surprise from someone can completely make our day....so why don't we do more of it?

One of my "new" goals for 2013 is a random act of kindness each day for someone.  It could be a card, gift, text, etc.  It can be for someone I know or a complete stranger!  What I should do is a make a list, so I can remember to do it and have a game plan.....we'll see if that part happens....but I will try.  If I know doing this will make me a happier person, then why wouldn't I do it?

Have a GREAT weekend!