Little things to do for others?

[angel_uk]

I want to do nice things for others - I know some people that are going through some tough times and I want them to know that I am thinking of them.

I don't have many ideas though!

I was thinking of getting some little pots of Spring bulbs and tying a pretty ribbon around them and making a label or card to go with it and then taking them to some of the older ladies I know.

I don't want to spend a lot of money really as I don't want people to feel uncomfortable or as though they need to do something in return. Just little things!

Do you have any suggestions? Or does it just sound crazy?!

[Marrae]

The bulb bowl idea sounds lovely. I'm sure they would be appreciated.

Just dropping a nice card in the post to anyone you are thinking about is good too. I also do meals for families with illness, bereavement or new babies. I don't do any of these things as much as I want to really though as nowadays it does make people uncomfortable. :shrug. You need to know who would appreciate it. :hug

[mamamonkey]

I think even just a little card with a handwritten note would be nice too. I know I always appreciate that someone took time out to actually write a little note, especially in this day of email and other electronic communication.

The spring flowers sound nice. Or even maybe just a cheery mug if they drink tea? Something that will just make them smile when they see it.

[angel_uk]

I don't want people to feel like the "owe" me something - that is something I want to avoid.

I do like making birthday cards but hadn't thought about making other cards.

I thought about knitting some of those lacy type scarves or maybe doing some cross stitch cards / bookmarks.

[Maleldil's daughter]

I like to make and receive homemade cards - or any cards, really. Also I love to give and receive some really small treat. If someone gives me a whole plate of cookies, I would feel obliged to reciprocate, but if someone gives me two from a batch they made their family, I just feel loved. My neighbors did that sort of thing all the time in Asia. In America we're not so good at it.

[Transformed]

When I make a batch of cookies, I'll often take a few over to the neighbours - just be sure you know if there are any allergies before doing that!

[angel_uk]

Hadn't thought of allergies!

I don't think people really do this sort of thing here in England either - I really want to though!

These might be useful -

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One of the girls at work is really ill at the moment so I made up a pamper box with treats and face packs and nail treatments - she seemed to like it. And it was simple to make up!