Looking for idea's? Watch for moments of opportunity.

Many acts of kindness come about in moments of opportunity. I was waiting to cross the street one day, and a city bus flew by! Before it got to the stop, an older woman next to me ran to the curb waiving her arms for the bus to stop.... but it was going too fast. It was in the 90's that day, and she was clearly flustered about missing the bus. I did the taboo thing to do. I offered her a ride.

People will tell you that this is always a bad idea. I agree that it is normally risky.... but not ALWAYS a bad idea. The woman ended up only needing to get to a grocery store a mile or two away. She was a dear, and said that the car ride was a blessing. Sweet, right?

There was no mask being pulled off to reveal a serial killer, no weapons drawn, and no scam involved.

Now, I'm not saying to go start picking up strangers. Rather, be conscience of what's happening around you... you may feel like there is something you can do to put a positive spin on your surroundings.

My grandmother was in line at the grocery store a few weeks ago, and the woman standing in line ahead of her paid for her groceries, and then gave the clerk an extra $20 to go towards my grandmother's bill! Grandma was confused. Her first thought was, "Do I LOOK like I need help?!". The woman told her that she hadn't done a kind deed yet that day, and she thought she would pick my grandma as her "kind deed".

Instead of feeling guilty, my grandma found inspiration in this concept, and is planning on paying $20 to some one behind her in line.... when the opportunity presents itself.

Whenever Stacy bought my mom an angel, she bought one for my mom's best friend as well.

A low cost, EXCELLENT way of doing something nice? www.volunteermatch.org

Whether you have time, talents, or books to donate; volunteering is compatible for just about everyone.

Also, look at your talents and interests.

If you love children, volunteer at a children's hospital. If you are a natural sales person, there are surely some fund raiser's in your area. If you are athletic... well, it might be a little late for preparing to run a marathon; but you can initiate a winter-sports-a-thon!

Regardless of the hours your work, or the money you have available... good deeds can work around any obstacle! You just need to look for the niche that fits you and your life style best.