Login with FacebookWhether the weather is looking bleak or the state of the economy has got you a little on edge, we should always step back and take in the bigger picture. I have to remind myself to do so especially when this cold winter weather gets me down and out with the blustery winds.
Someone who has always been good at looking at the bigger picture in life is Oprah. There was recently an article on her site sharing tips on how to declutter your home and donate to help others in need. Donating unwanted clothing, accessories, furniture and appliances to Goodwill, The Salvation Army and local consignment shops. This helps to declutter, free up space and make a more relaxing atmosphere in your home and you might even get a little cash back!
Although I can't wait for the beach season to arrive and jump into the Beach Rescue crew events, I know there are plenty of ways we can simply give back to our neighborhoods. ChairtyGuide.org has some wonderful suggestions on how you can give back whether you only have 15 minutes, a few hours or a whole vacation of time! Here are a few great suggestions for these cold winter months:
- Shovel Snow for Elderly Neighbors
- Knit or Crochet a Teddy Bear for an Orphan
- Volunteer to Walk Dogs at Local Shelter
There are many other ideas on the site that I'm sure all Barefooters will enjoy. Feel free to share any other ideas that you have or are already doing!
For those of us living in the Northeast region in the U.S., we're experiencing some brutal cold weathers right now but that doesn't mean it's stopping us Barefooters from finding lots of fun around it! I'm still on the hunt and looking at really amazing places and beaches to get Barefoot all around the world and will be sharing some bits with you each week. Feel free to chime in and let me know if you've already been to one of these famous beaches, would love to go to or have any any other dreamy island beach getaways!
