Eight Gifts That Do Not Cost A Cent:

1.  THE GIFT OF A CHEERFUL DISPOSITION:
      The easiest way to feel good is to extend a kind cheery word to someone.  
It's really not so hard to say, "Hello" or "Thank you."

2.  THE GIFT OF A COMPLIMENT:
      You can really brighten someone's day with a simple and sincere,
"You look great in red," "That was a terrific dinner," or "You did a super job."

3.  THE GIFT OF LISTENING:
      To be a good listener you must REALLY listen.  
Let the other person speak with no interrupting, no daydreaming, 
no planning your response...just listening! 

4.  THE GIFT OF AFFECTION:
      Be generous with APPROPRIATE hugs, kisses, pats on the back, and handholds.  
Let these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and friends.

5.  THE GIFT OF LAUGHTER:
      Share your laughter and humor by clipping cartoons, jokes, articles and funny stories.  
Your gift will say, "I love to laugh with you!"

6.  THE GIFT OF A WRITTEN NOTE:
      You can send someone a simple note that says, "Thanks for the help," 
or a poem, story, or any kind of upbeat message. 
 The most brief, handwritten note can be remembered for a lifetime, 
and even change a life, you just never know.

7.  THE GIFT OF A FAVOR:
      Every day, go out of your way to do something kind for someone else. 
There are plenty of opportunities for you to do something nice for a friend, 
relative, or co-worker on a daily basis.  
Show the love of Christ with your acts of kindness to others.  
Let them see Jesus in you.

8.  THE GIFT OF SOLITUDE:
      There a times when we all want nothing better than to be left alone.  
Be sensitive to those times and give the gift of solitude to others.