1) THE GIFT OF LISTENING. . .

But you must REALLY listen. No interrupting, no daydreaming, no planning your response.
Just listening.

2) 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.

3) THE GIFT OF LAUGHTER. . .

Clip cartoons. Share articles and funny stories. Your gift will say, "I love to
laugh with you."

4) THE GIFT OF A WRITTEN NOTE. . .

It can be a simple "Thanks for the help" note or a full sonnet. A brief,
handwritten note may be remembered for a lifetime, and may even change a life.

5) THE GIFT OF A COMPLIMENT. . .

A simple and sincere, "You look great in red," "You did a super
job" or "That was a wonderful meal" can make someone’s day.

6) THE GIFT OF A FAVOR. . .

Every day, go out of your way to do something kind.

7) THE GIFT OF SOLITUDE. . .

There are times when we want nothing better than to be left alone. Be sensitive to
those times and give the gift of solitude to others.

8) THE GIFT OF A CHEERFUL DISPOSITION. . .

The easiest way to feel good is to extend a kind word to someone, really it’s not that
hard to say, Hello or Thank You. 

Friends are a very rare jewel, indeed. They make you smile and encourage you to
succeed. They lend an ear, they share a word of praise, and they always want to open their
hearts to us. Show your friends how much you care. Send this to everyone you consider a
FRIEND