With Christmas coming, my purpose today is to make you smile, to inspire you, to keep your faith in humanity alive. Enjoy the following links that have touched me recently. I hope they do the same for you.
Here are 5 gifts of holiday happiness for you:
1. Bikers for Kids. In this video, some preconceived notions about bikers will be eradicated. This amazing group of tough guys volunteer their time to help abused children feel safe.
2. Uhura Shares Why She Stayed on Star Trek: Back in the 60’s it was unheard of to see a woman of color on TV in any role other than hired help. Casting Nichelle Nichols in Star Trek as fourth in command was a big step that made a lot of people unhappy. As she was considering leaving the show, an unexpected fan pleaded with her to stay and as a result, she changed the face of entertainment forever.
3. Unique Mannequins: Much is said about how models don’t represent regular people. By extension, the same can be said about mannequins. What about people who aren’t even “regular”? What about those with missing limbs, severe scoliosis or other physical abnormalities? This is a story of making mannequins in the image of specific people and the results are beautiful.
4. A Second of Surprise: When I first heard the premise of this process, I was skeptical. The results speak for themselves. Take 20 cancer patients. Give them crazy makeovers and record the moment that they see the results. It gives us all a moment of truth, beauty and joy.
5. Kindness can be so Simple: It doesn’t take much to make someone’s day better. Sometimes all it takes is a little twine, a piece of cardboard, a sharpee and good intentions. Check out these wonderful moments of kindness that must have meant so much to the recipients.
In this time of family, of rushing, of stress, remember, it only takes a moment to show your love and caring – without spending a fortune. Honor those you love and those you don’t even know. Find a way to give happiness to others, which will also give it to you in overflow.
There will be no Mews-letter in two weeks as it will be Christmas Day.
See you in the New Year. Happy Holidays!
Hugs,
Christie Mawer – The Bad Kitty
TheBadKittyIs@gmail.com