Eight Gifts That Do Not Cost A Cent!

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.

[ by: Author Unknown - received from Chris Long at 'Laugh & Lift' (www.laughandlift.com) ]