Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Nelson Mandela Day



Nelson Mandella lived his life to make a differenc. I first found out about him when I was in high school. At that time he wa imprisoned and still he was fighting for freedom. 
What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead” – Nelson Mandela
Nelso Mandela was born on July 18 Today, we celebrate Nelson Mandela International Day to carry his wish that young people carry on the burden of leadership. 


A few ideas of things you can do to participate in this give back day:
  1. Donate clothes to a homeless shelter
  2. Make kits with essentials like toothpaste, soap and shampoo for those in need
  3. Collect canned food for a community centre in need
  4. Make sandwiches and hand them out to the homeless
  5. Serve food at a soup kitchen
  6. Bake a birthday cake for a disadvantaged person
  7. Donate blood
  8. Start recycling at your home
  9. Plant a vegetable garden
  10. Clean a public park; cut the grass etc

13 comments:

  1. I like that you took time to post this. It really is about the lives we live

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  2. I think those lessons are good for ALL of us!

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    1. yes they are we can help educate others as well and live the right way the best way is to be and do all we can
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    2. you are so right thanks for visiting

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  3. So cool. I didn't know there was a Nelson Mandela day. He is such a good example of someone who is faithful to their purpose.

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    1. you are so right he went the length for the cause and its time to recognize that
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  4. If only we lived every day as Give Back Day. I appreciate the awareness for Nelson Mandela Day, but what an honor it would be if we committed to doing at least one act of kindness everyday. We could change our sphere of influence one life at a time!

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    1. you are very right that would be awesome just being aware of those around us would be a start
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  5. I love the idea of doing something kind in remembrance of others. You just reminded me to put together a bag for the homeless before we go out today!

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    1. we keep a bag for the homeless as well. For thoseee that are wanting to work for food that is what we give them a baggie of snacks but no money many take it some do not
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  6. A great post about a great man! Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

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  7. love the ideas you came up with to give back and serve others!

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