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Love One Another (Day 4)

February 6, 2013

A kind heart is a happy heart. As a child, I was  taught the sure way to feel better (about any circumstance) was to go do something good for someone else.

In celebrating love, it only seems right to share some love with others.

We started with donuts – sharing a dozen with our local firemen (even if Gage tried to convince us the whole way there that he was still hungry and needed their donuts too). Must say, their appreciation coupled with his permanent face of astonishment (you know, seeing a firetruck up close is a whole new level of awesome) was a great way to start the day!

Next, we visited a retirement center to deliver some sweetheart balloons. Husby freely admits he was a bit skeptical about whether they’d really like balloons. Silly Husby. Don’t we ALL love balloons? Something about the way they float and bob carelessly about, makes anyone smile. Gage loved walking around the room choosing the perfect balloon to give our “friends.”  Which was followed by blowing kisses and an applause by the residents. As we were leaving, I glanced over my shoulder and saw balloons tied to all the little walkers in the room. My heart couldn’t help but smile.

Last stop on our little adventure – the gum ball machines at the mall. It wasn’t long ago that Gage learned how these “way cool” machines work. He’s been fascinated ever since. Can’t blame him… I can still remember twisting my first quarter in one. We had every intention of taping quarters to the glass and jetting (more or less ding-dong door ditching without the doorbell or door. hmm… bad analogy). Anyway, with so many kids passing by,  it seemed more appropriate that Gage personally hand out the quarters. Being totally honest, he was a bit confused that they were getting candy and not him. But then it became more of a game. A game of making kids smile. He loved it – even more than the candy!

Lunchtime!  Tacos for all – including the car behind us. Although in LuLu’s opinion, the kinder thing to do would’ve been to share with her! ha!

It was one of the best mornings we’ve ever had. After all, what’s better than a day filled with donuts, balloons, candy, and tacos?

Sharing them with others.

  • Allison February 6, 2013 at 1:54 pm

    what a kind and loving way to share your heart. you’re so sweet! (and let it not go unnoticed that you and gage share matching coats!)

    • missy February 6, 2013 at 2:02 pm

      bahaha! funny story behind the coats… we bought his first (a $10 old navy steal). I loved it so much I wanted one for me so the hunt began. We just make sure not to wear them on the same day! haha!

  • KatieRose February 6, 2013 at 2:03 pm

    You post made me smile. Your family did such wonderful things for other just to make them smile. The world needs more people like you and your family!

  • Maya February 6, 2013 at 2:20 pm

    I got the same coat for my son, love it. Where is the hat from? Zara?

  • Kelly at Turned up to Eleven! February 6, 2013 at 2:40 pm

    This is SO sweet. What a great way to spread the love!

    And I wanted to add he’s the best dressed little man around! So adorable!

  • Alexa February 6, 2013 at 2:45 pm

    Love the balloons, where did you find them? I really enjoyed this post, you and your family have such a big heart.

  • Marina February 6, 2013 at 3:28 pm

    OMG this actually made me cry! So sweet of you guys and I am STEALING this idea (or something like that) to do with my family. My lil tot should appreciate go to give and share, and I cant imagine any other way than this. Thank you!

  • Jessica February 6, 2013 at 3:36 pm

    You are so inspiring. Love the little things you do with your kiddos that will forever have a place in their heart.

  • Bri February 6, 2013 at 3:45 pm

    oh my god! this is absolutely adorable! you guys are teaching your kids the most important thing, love thy neighbour as thyself!
    precious!
    I’m going to do this when my baby is older…thanks for the inspiration 🙂

  • Eleanor @ Sequins & Sass February 6, 2013 at 3:59 pm

    I adore this post.. doing good is ABSOLUTELY the best way to feel good. The car in front of me at the Starbucks drive through this morning paid for my coffee – so I paid for the person behind me! I like to think that no one paid for their own coffee this morning 🙂

    xx, Eleanor

  • Kat G. February 6, 2013 at 4:08 pm

    It is so awesome to see a blogger putting good into the world- what a great example you set for your son! 🙂

  • Amie February 6, 2013 at 4:09 pm

    Ohh!! there aren’t words to convey how much I loved this post!! Absolutely pinning this & doing this with my family!

  • jaclyn @ www.lilmsadventures.blogspot.com February 6, 2013 at 4:15 pm

    aww your family is just too sweet 🙂 love it!! xoxo

  • Janet February 6, 2013 at 4:23 pm

    Beautiful family and lovely ideas. Going to share the love with the person behind me at Starbucks today.

    Sadly there are no Krispy Kremes in Chicago. I may have to trek 40+ minutes out to the ‘burbs for those heart donuts!! They look sooooo yummy!!!

  • aimee @like mother like daughter February 6, 2013 at 5:08 pm

    You are so inspiring. I mean seriously, what fun ideas! Fairly cheap but still enough to brighten others days. I made a goal to by someone else’s meal by my next birthday, and I think I need to do it this month!

  • Breanne February 6, 2013 at 5:09 pm

    This makes my heart smile! Teach them while they are young, right? You’ve got one sweet and handsome little boy.

  • Addie February 6, 2013 at 5:59 pm

    This is amazing & a really inspiring post! I’ll have to do something like this with my 2 year old!

  • Greta Sutherland February 6, 2013 at 6:18 pm

    Great idea. The perfect Valentine memory – for you and your son as well as your recipients.

    Kudos.

  • Lisa Brown February 6, 2013 at 6:36 pm

    Simply beautiful! Loving, Kind, Fun, Guesters Full of Love and Smile:) So special and needed:)

  • Lilly February 6, 2013 at 7:52 pm

    How sweet is this.. teaching your kiddos to spread the love!!Gage is turning into such as Lil man.. you better watch out b4 u know it all those Lil girls will b lining up at your door step:)
    Where is your Hubbys sweater from, your boots and Gages sneaks?
    Mouth is watering just looking at those doughnuts:)

    • missy February 6, 2013 at 9:15 pm

      Oh you’re too sweet, Lilly! Husby’s sweater is from Zara. Gage’s sneaks are Gap. My boots are naughty monkey click HERE
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  • Marla February 6, 2013 at 8:47 pm

    Just love it all. What a great thing to do for everyone and what a great way to teach your little ones on how to make others feel good over your self. I will be doing this for sure with my girls soon!! Thanks

  • Katie February 6, 2013 at 8:54 pm

    This is so awesome! What great ideas. It’s sparked something inside of me, and I think it would be cool to do something like this around my community with my friends!

  • Alexandria Smith February 6, 2013 at 9:39 pm

    What a lovely day!! such a sweet idea…I love it! Always do : )

  • Crissy February 6, 2013 at 10:40 pm

    Missy, Can I ask… did you call ahead to the senior center? I have been meaning to take my little man to one near us on a special occasion but haven’t because I feel like you can’t show up unannounced. We live in Chicago also, so I am not sure of they have tighter security…. of course with treats they may just let me right in!

  • Rosanna February 6, 2013 at 10:59 pm

    It is so touching and heartwarming to see you and your husband instill in your child the importance and joy of giving with your sweet acts of kindness and love. Truly beautiful! God bless you and your family!

  • Claudia February 6, 2013 at 11:40 pm

    Adore this!

  • mercina February 7, 2013 at 12:21 am

    This was such a sweet post! I love this Valentine’s idea do much 🙂

  • Sue Hines February 7, 2013 at 1:33 am

    I stumbled upon your site looking for doggie treats and I adore your site! You and your family are so sweet and amazing. I wish more were like you. Thank you so much for teaching you adorable son how to share and give and the joy he gets from it? How you come up with all the things you do, and the recipes are so good and easy, blows me away! Thank you!!

  • Michelle February 7, 2013 at 12:57 pm

    I absolutely love this! I love the way you are raising your children and the relationship you have with your husband. You truly are inspiring!!

    P.S. are your jeans black or just a really dark blue? I like ’em!

  • Jen February 8, 2013 at 5:47 am

    I have been following you for a couple weeks and absolutely love your blog! Its so cute and inspirational.
    A couple years ago I started something I called a “cupid run” with my son and we had such a blast. I’m going to have to borrow your idea to visit the fire station this year.
    Keep up the great work!!!

    Jen

  • Tory February 8, 2013 at 6:50 am

    I have been addicted to your blog for months now and love you and your family! But this post is probably the most inspiring thing you have ever posted! So many people don’t understand what Valentine’s Day is suppose to be about, but you have NAILED it. Thanks for reminding us!

  • Rachael Villalpando February 8, 2013 at 2:05 pm

    Love everything about this day you guys had! So great that you are teaching the little ones kindness. I love how in helping others, our hearts get filled too!

  • Sherrie February 10, 2013 at 5:51 pm

    You are just the sweetest thing!

  • Brandi February 15, 2013 at 2:13 pm

    Spreading the love my friend!!! Awesome! Great service/pay it forward ideas. I adore them all but seriously the gumball machine one…that might need to happen every trip to the mall! Lil D would love to give out some gumball money love!! What a fantastic memory making day for you guys. Love you all!!