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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
My Boy Scout Tale of Perseverance
Why Eating Together Matters More Than You Think
Bravo Concert Series Returns to Sundin Music Hall in 2024!
Help! My Child Doesn’t Want to Practice
3 Ways to Show Love to the Community
SPREAD THE LOVE THIS VALENTINE’S DAY! MAKE THE MOST OF THE HOLIDAY
Valentine’s Day is all about showing your dear ones extra love. But you don’t always have to focus on those close to you. Love can be shared with everyone — friends, coworkers, or the community! Here are some ways you and your family can spread the love this holiday.
to get the entire family involved. Gather the ingredients of your favorite dish and make something tasty for your local fire or police department. These people work daily to keep us safe, and a simple gesture like this may bring a smile to their faces and remind them they are appreciated. Also, kids love helping out in the kitchen, so consider baking homemade cookies — or the store-bought kind; we don’t judge! Let the kids decorate them with festive Valentine’s designs to bring to school for their classmates and teachers! GET CRAFTY. Nothing is more special than a one-of-a- kind card. Grab some construction paper, markers, glitter, stickers — the works — and have the kids make Valentine’s Day cards! You can work with various organizations to send letters to U.S. troops serving overseas, veterans hospitals, or nursing facilities that would enjoy receiving a handmade card.
Fill them with positive words, smiley faces, hearts, and lots of love! You could even send their cards in a Valentine’s Day-themed care package. But be sure to follow the rules of the organizations you work with. VOLUNTEER OR DONATE. Do you have any gently used clothing, shoes, blankets, or extra personal hygiene items? Make your way to the local Goodwill, church, or shelter that accepts donations. You could call around to see if any shelters or organizations need helping hands! This is also a great way to spread the love your kids can participate in. Check to see if they need help serving food or if you can prepare or drop off warm meals to those who need them most. You can find many ways to express love and kindness to those you love or complete strangers. No matter how you spend this day, remember to spread the love to everyone!
MAKE A HOMEMADE MEAL OR SOME GOODIES. They always say a way to a person’s heart is through their stomach! Everyone loves a warm, homemade meal, and it can be fun
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