Civility Matters

Is it just me or is bad behavior the "new normal?"  Civility, derived from the Old French and Latin term for "good citizen," is more than polite courtesies.  Civility allows us to live respectfully in communities by means of treating others with respect, compassion, and kindness.  By doing so, we  can MAKE A DIFFERENCE in the lives of many.

Here are a few tools to use (I ran across these in a recent  magazine article):

1.  Regardless of your age, make a habit of practicing kindness, generosity and gratitude.  Research shows that people who regularly practice these acts live longer, healthier, and happier lives.

2.  Nurture your social relationships; balancing Internet contact with phone calls and face-to-face visits, which are more personal forms of communication.

3.  Take advantage of "teachable moments" with your children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews.  We are no longer teaching our kids manners--or respect and empathy for others. 

Help reverse the trend of bad behavior.  Together, we can MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Recycle, Reuse - Earth911

Check out www.Earth911.com.

An environmental services company that addresses solutions for products' end-of-life for both consumers and businesses.

Guide to local resources including recycle centers, how to recycle, pollution prevention, plus more.  Search by zip, address, city or state.

No more excuses...take the time to learn how you can protect your surroundings.

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

New Homes for Old Stuff

Donate What You Don't Need.

To give away:

• Books: Contact local women's shelters or hospitals; BooksForSoldiers.com; BooksForAfrica.org.
• Arts & Crafts Supplies, Magazines, Fabric, Yarn: Contact local children's after-school programs
• Paints, Carpet & Leftover Construction Supplies: Contact Habitat ReStores (habitat.org)
• Eyeglasses: Contact GoodWill.org; LionsClubs.org; NewEyesForTheNeedy.org
• Business Clothes: Contact DressForSuccess.org; CareerGear.org

Together We Can Make A Difference!

Recycle Your Cell Phone

Don't Trash Your Cell Phone -- Recycle It
Recycling old cell phones is now as easy as sending a letter thanks to the nonprofit Earthworks.

Help keep toxic metals out of the environment (landfills) with the Recycle My Cell Phone campaign. Visit  www.recyclemycellphone.org for details.

Every cell phone can be recycled.  All makes and models of mobile phones from all over the world are accepted.  The age or condition is not important. Just be sure to deactivate your service plan before you send in your phone.

Host a cell phone collection in your community or workplace.

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!