1) The Gift of Listening . . . But you really must 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.”