Ordinary People Extraordinary Things

I recently discovered and joined Squidoo a very cool place I might add. Squidoo gives people a way to raise awareness and money for their favorite causes, painlessly and for free, just by building a web page or "lense" about any topic. Millions of people volunteer in our communities every day. We adopt abandoned animals. We check in on elderly neighbors. We spend a few hours laying down carpet for a homeless shelter. We read to kids down at the school. We hold the door... These moments of human kindness and generosity happen countless times a day. And when we notice them, and especially when we play a part, the good feeling that's generated isn't just powerful. It's down-right contagious. Which is why VolunteerMatch and Squidoo.com are inviting you to share your favorite photos showing the impact of giving back. This is your chance to inspire others with images of every kindness and the spirit of volunteerism and community. And we want to hear the story that lies

Do you believe that your thoughts have power? Be it meditation, prayer, or simply focused intention, the power of thought can change your attitude, emotions, your physical body, and even the physical world around us. Wouldn't it be nice to have 10,000 people helping you? I found this new website that is designed to help you focus your thoughts on what is important while maintaining a positive attitude through gratitude, inspiration, and helping others. 10,000 Thoughts is an online community of people helping each other get what they want most. It doesn’t matter if you believe in the power of thought, the power of positive thinking, power of prayer, or simply the power of the internet to connect people – 10,000 Thoughts might be the place to help you fulfill your dreams and wishes. Here is how it works; you write down what you want as an intention. Other members view and read your intention, then send their focused thoughts, positive energy, prayers, comments, and e-mails o

What do you do to prevent boredom? You could take a nap... or do a good deed. This cute photo courtesy of i Stock Photo