Most of us get a sense of gratitude and thanks at Thanksgiving, but this year our team at Marie’s Beauty Salon & Supply is challenging you to keep gratefulness in your heart past the holiday season. Thanksgiving has become overrun with holiday sales and commercialism. Don’t get us wrong, we love a great shopping opportunity as much as anyone! But this year we started thinking about simple ways to give thanks and verbalize it daily (not just during the holidays). We’ve shared the list below and hope you’ll accept the challenge!

1. Random Act of Kindness
   We’re talking about an anonymous act of kindness; nothing in it for you except that warm feeling deep down in your heart.
2. Share a Smile
   When you’re out shopping, at the gas station or on a walk, instead of looking down at the ground, raise your head and smile. It costs nothing, but can brighten someone’s day within seconds.
3. Make an Effort to be Friendly
   Soothe tension and awaken inner beauty with the euphoric scent of eucalyptus. Exfoliate dryness, eliminate toxins, and fall in love with velvety smooth skin.
4. Give Back to Your Community
   Volunteer your time at a local charity, or get involved with the senior center or schools. If you have children, get them involved too so they can experience the spirit of giving.
5. Love Your Family and Friends
   Or at least verbalize it more often. Sometimes we forget that just telling someone how we feel is important. Call your parents, or give your kids an extra-long hug. You get the idea!

We hope this inspires you to show kindness and love each day, not just on Thanksgiving!