Be a Blessing: Give Hugs Hugs and More Hugs

The Power of a Hug

A few years ago, a set of twins were born. They were kept in separate incubators as usual, but one of them was not expected to live.

One of the nurses, going against hospital policy, placed both babies in the same incubator. As soon as they were reunited, the healthier twin threw her arm over her weaker sister in an endearing embrace. What happened? The little sister's temperature rose to normal and her heart rate stabilized, and she survived!

Both babies thrived and went home together. At home they continued to share a crib and were always snuggling closely. Today they are happy pre-schoolers.

Did the hospital change its policy? You bet it did! After seeing the effects of putting the two girls together, they now put siblings together. How about that! You can never underestimate the value of a hug!

Let's not forget to embrace the ones we love. May all your days be filled with hugs!

Author: Unknown

A silent hug means a thousand words to an unhappy heart." unknown author

Today I encourage you to reach out and  hug. As the quote says    a hug says a thousand words to an unhappy heart . Everybody on the face of the earth  can always use a hug  you yourself do at times too. So today and everyday be a blessing....   give  a hug <3  {{{{{{HUGS}}}}} to all of you    God bless, Barb Gadway

1 Peter 3:8 Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy,  brotherly love,  a tender heart, and  a humble mind.

Be a Blessing: Show Charity towards Another

The most treasured and sacred moments of our lives are those filled with the spirit of love. The greater the measure of our love, the greater is our joy. In the end, the development of such love is the true measure of success in life.” 
― Joseph B Wirthlin

Giving Love.....  Giving charity to one another is todays  be a blessing  message.  The words above  by Joesph B Wirthlin  are  so true  greater is our joy  with each act of charity given to another. If each one would make a commitment to each day    show one act of charity to another ... we could  do our part to bringing peace on earth.   And tell  those you  bless  to pass it on .  Showing charity to others is free to give but priceless in what it accomplishes . :-)

There is not a man of us who does not at times need a helping hand to be stretched out to him, and then shame upon him who will not stretch out the helping hand to his brother.” 
― Theodore Roosevelt

We all at some point in our lives face a down moment in time ..... what a blessing it was for someone to just  smile at us then  or hug us and tell us  they care.... Remember those times you were at that moment and what it was like  for another to show us love....  it will make it so much easier for you to  give that charity to another even if  the day isnt going as planned. Be a Blessing today.... Show charity towards another. God bless, Barb Gadway <3

Hebrews 13:2

Don't forget to show hospitality to strangers, for some who have done this have entertained angels without realizing it!

Be a Blessing: Dare to be a Blessing :-)

One of the most spiritual things you can do is embrace your humanity. Connect with those around you today. Say "I love you", "I'm sorry", "I appreciate you", "I'm proud of you"...whatever you're feeling. Send random texts, write a cute note, embrace your truth and share it...cause a smile today for someone else...and give plenty of hugs.
“Dare to Be

When a new day begins, dare to smile gratefully.

When there is darkness, dare to be the first to shine a light.

When there is injustice, dare to be the first to condemn it.

When something seems difficult, dare to do it anyway.

When life seems to beat you down, dare to fight back.

When there seems to be no hope, dare to find some.

When you’re feeling tired, dare to keep going.

When times are tough, dare to be tougher.

When love hurts you, dare to love again.

When someone is hurting, dare to help them heal.

When another is lost, dare to help them find the way.

When a friend falls, dare to be the first to extend a hand.

When you cross paths with another, dare to make them smile.

When you feel great, dare to help someone else feel great too.

When the day has ended, dare to feel as you’ve done your best.

Dare to be the best you can –

At all times, Dare to be!”
― Steve Maraboli, Life, the Truth, and Being Free

What awesome words today lets dare to be a blessing  dare to touch anothers life with positivity.  Give tons of Hugs   share lots of Smiles  Shower them with words of kindness. Get out there today and everyday and make a difference in anothers life  Dare to be a Blessing to them and everyone you meet. today and everyday I send  many HUGS  and lots of LOVE to each of you!!!!! You all are totally a Blessing to me !!!!!!! <3 <3 <3 God bless, Barb Gadway

1 Thessalonians 5:16-19 ESV / 21 helpful v

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. Do not quench the Spirit.

Be a Blessing: Some Ways to Be a Blessing to Others

. Helping others will teach your kids that by being compassionate and industrious, they can make a difference in the world.

1. Make birthday or get-well cards for people in hospitals and convalescent homes—great for younger kids. Contact the organization for a list of names and birthdays.

2. Build a playground for kids with physical disabilities—a great service activity for dads and older sons to do together.

3. Collect crazy and fun hats for kids receiving chemotherapy treatments in the local hospital.

4. Organize a coat drive in which old coats are donated for needy people—this can also be done with any clothing or food items, simply make flyers to spread the word!

5. Volunteer at the Humane Society or local animal shelters—children love animals, so give them an opportunity to put their love into action! They can walk, play with, or feed the animals.

6. Collect your children's old stuffed animals and dolls, clean them up, and donate them to a homeless or women's shelter. This one is great for getting your kids involved!

7. Contact your local city officials and volunteer to clean graffiti off of neighborhood walls and buildings, or, if it's permanent, paint a mural over the graffiti. A great activity for artistic kids.

8. Help cook and/or serve a meal at homeless shelter. Check the local yellow pages for homeless shelters and soup kitchens in your area.

9. Make care kits with soap, toothbrushes, shampoo, etc. for the homeless or for military personnel.

10. Volunteer to clean up trash at a community event, county fair, or alongside public roads.

11. Work with Habitat for Humanity to help build homes for families who need them.

12. Do yard work such as mowing lawns, raking leaves, shoveling snow, or planting flowers and trees for elderly or disabled people—check with your local senior citizens center or place of worship for a list of people in need.

13. Visit a Nursing Home—your kids can play games with, read books to, or just talk with the elderly. Your youthful, cheerful kids will be sure to brighten their day, and your kids will learn a lot by talking with the elderly about the past.

14. Make holiday celebration baskets (such as for the 4^th of July) filled with festive goodies for nursing homes, neighbors or homeless shelters. Let your kids fill and decorate them.

15. Organize a backpack and school supply drive for needy children—ideal for the summer before kids go back to school. Check with your local school for a list of needed supplies.

16. Hold a charity carnival. Plan a carnival for your backyard with carnival games, refreshments, and prizes. Invite friends by making flyers and charge a fee for entrance. Donate all the proceeds to charity. 

17. Help repair or landscape churches or community centers that are in bad shape. This one is great for getting the whole family involved.

18. Raise money by having a bake sale, garage sale, lemonade stand, or car wash and donate the money to charity.

19. Knit or crochet blankets or scarves for homeless or women's shelters—ideal for girls 10 and up, and also a great way for them to learn a new skill!

20. Work together to write and prepare a puppet show and present it at a children's hospital.

Here are some ways in which you can make a difference in anothers life and be a blessing to them.   Always use   kind words  to others   Hug them    help them in big ways or little ways. Strive to be a blessing to another each and everyday. Your soul will thank you :-)  many Hugs and loves  <3

When you wish someone joy, you wish them peace, love, prosperity, happiness... all the good things.” 
― Maya Angelou

Romans 13:8  Owe no one anything, except to love each other, for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law.

God bless, Barb Gadway <3  {  the ways are taken from below link }

http://www.imom.com/mom-life/family-fun/25-ways-to-be-a-blessing-to-others/

Be a Blessing: Use Words of Kindness

Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.” 
― Lao Tzu

Today I urge you to greet someone with a smile and a kind word. it is easy sometimes to use hurtful words and thoughts towards another, especially if they wronged you, but  it leaves you with a feeling inside  of unhappiness and anger. Do the opposite, when they hurt you kill them with kindness , your soul will sing you will feel uplifted and more happy and proud of yourself  for doing so.

The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the greatest intention.” 
― Kahlil Gibran, The Essential Kahlil Gibran

This is so true... if you don't believe it.... try it today.. Go up to someone  smile and give them a word of kindness .   Watch their faces and souls light up right in front of you. And then watch your soul  shine too. :-) Always use words of encouragement  and kindness.... please start today. Be a blessing  and a lesson to others  show them one step at a time that positivity WORKS!!!!!  So today  I encourage you to be a blessing by using words of kindness  towards others. HUGS and much Love <3 God bless, Barb Gadway

Proverbs 16:7 
When a man's ways please the LORD,
he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.

Be a Blessing: Be Tolerant of Others

Tolerance of Others

Definition: Willingness or ability to accept the views, beliefs, practices, etc., of others that differ from one's own; freedom from bigotry (bias, discrimination) or prejudice. In the Bible, long-suffering, patience, and forbearance are all closely related to tolerance of others.

Never judge someone 
By the way he looks 
Or a book by the way it's covered; 
For inside those tattered pages, 
There's a lot to be discovered” 
― Stephen Cosgrove

I love this quote  it is so true and one we must practice daily in our lives... how quick are we to see someone on the street perhaps dressed shabbily and we judge them on their dress  or their race or other factors :-( .  Always remember for everyone that judges another there is  someone out there  judges you too.And when you hear them or find out , it hurts ... it stings... why would you wish to inflict this on another that is your  human brother /sister. We are all family every last one of us on the face of this earth. It doesnt matter  our color... our religion... our political affiliations... we are all family. My blessing lesson for today.. be a Blessing Be tolerant ... Do not  pre -judge. before you really know them and  have been in their shoes.  God bless, Barb Gadway

All men are made one for another: either then teach them better or bear with them.” 
― Marcus Aurelius, Meditations

Psalms 133:1  Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!

Be a Blessing: The Power in a Hug

A Hug is one of the most basic ways two human beings touch. There is power in a hug.

A hug can break down barriers that sometimes words cannot do. At times, it can speak more than any words can say. We bond with a hug. We find comfort with a hug. We greet and separate from each other with a hug. We establish human contact and interaction with a hug. The beauty of a hug is in its simplicity. The gesture towards another human being, known or unknown, is easy. It costs nothing but a simple act of caring and kindness.

Hugs should be available at the medical stores 24/7. Sometimes, they are the best healers for almost everything.” 
― Minhal Mehdi

Today I urge each of you to simply hug someone . If  a family  member or co-worker or neighbor looks sad and forlorn  go right up to them and state " I thought you could use one of these" and hug them . Even if  they dont look  sad or forlorn, hug them and tell them how they have blessed your life.  Be a blessing today..... HUG....   no other gesture  means so much in the simple act of caring and kindness. They not only cure a sad face they warm the heart.  Share a Hug with someone today.  God Bless, Barb Gadway

Colossians 3:12-13  Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved,  compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience, bearing with one another and,  if one has a complaint against another,  forgiving each other;  as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive