June 2011

pay it forward...
summer is here and the kids are out of school, vacations are planned and most folks are focused on fun, fun, and more fun! well before you completely solidify your summer activities and plans, we encourage you to add one more task to your to do list (as if it isn't long enough already).  but trust us...you'll enjoy this one and the return on your investment will be HUGE.  in the midst of working, business meetings, carpool, laundry, traveling, partying, etc., we encourage you to find a few still moments to reflect on your blessings and then commit to performing at least one small act of kindness each day. we're calling this our June Pay It Forward Challenge.  whether it's volunteering, donating, or helping a neighbor, we believe that small gestures of selflessness and kindness have a BIG impact. i know...we're all super busy living life and sometimes the demands of the day require so much attention that we lose sight of the importance of giving back.  we hope that fulfilling this daily commitment leads to new wonderful habits of giving and that you'll share your efforts and enthusiasm with others so that these acts continue to grow and multiply.  don't forget to keep in touch and share your efforts through our blog, twitter, and/or facebook page.  we would love to hear your stories and ideas!

as always,

remember to stay lifted!
charissa