Ever been asked, "Be an angel and . . ." followed by a small request like fetching a book or walking the dog? Or maybe you were an angel in a grade school Christmas play.
On August 22, you could play that role again by participating in Be An Angel Day. This special day encourages everyone to do a good deed for someone else.
The event was created in 1993 by Jayne Howard Feldman, who says she was inspired by angels, but the event is nondenominational.
Participation can be individual or as part of a group. The kindness can be large or small. You may choose to be identified or you can be anonymous.
Ideas for good deeds range from doing a favor for a friend, writing a letter to an elderly relative, or taking extra cans of food to a food bank.
The best idea could be doing a service for a friend or acquaintance who may need a boost right now. You may never know how much your caring will mean to someone dealing with grief or a crisis.
Children are great helpers on Be An Angel Day. They love to dress up and as angels can entertain the elderly or visit a children's hospital with goody bags (make sure to take pictures). Or your children could collect pet food to donate to the Humane Society or another pet shelter.
How about taking food to new neighbors or baking a cake for them to ease the difficulty of moving?
Don't forget the gift of service. Many elderly relatives or neighbors need help with their yards and household repairs. Others would appreciate transportation to the grocery store or help running errands. You could use this day to contribute to their wellbeing.
Whatever way you choose to lift your wings, someone's day will be better and that is a blessing for any day.