An act of kindness

Mothers' Connection brought in Deborah Dora to facilitate Ambassadors of Kindness for their group. As was promised, the group came up with great ideas for instilling additional kindness into their lives and comfort zones were tweaked as Deborah led them in connecting with each other and spreading kindness.

Several times I was moved nearly to tears as mothers shared beautiful acts of kindness that they had received or were planning to share. One woman decided to pay a month's mortgage for a family member experiencing financial hardship. Others shared ways such as sending loving notes of gratitude or anonymously sending care packages.

I reflected on how fortunate I am to have so much support in my life and ways I can continue to pass along the support.

The Mom on the Go webcast interviewed Leslie Vaillancourt of Mother's Connection the next day and she mentioned Deborah's session right in the beginning of the show. If you'd like to listen to this and tips for moms, click on Mom on the Go Radio Show.

How might you be an Ambassador of Kindness in your own life?

Is it time for a change in your 'look'?

An awesome gift came to me by way of a makeover. Mom-Camp selected several moms for their Everyday Mom makeover and fashion show. (See before and after photos of all the models here!) eqLife cut our hair and gave us highlights. MAC showed us new ways to wear our makeup. And each of us was designated to a clothing store to try out a new look (mine was Brooks Brothers).

Each time I've gone in to get a hair cut, I've walked out happy but unsurprised. Because I'd given the stylist the general idea of what I wanted, that's what I'd get (or something close). With a makeover, it was my opportunity to see what potential complete strangers saw in me. My haircut is now a short, super-easy, just mess it up and go cut. Perfect for me as a mom! The color has much more depth than what I've been getting from a box. I learned tips for applying my makeup and I'm having fun with that. And it was a real treat wearing the luxurious fabrics from Brookes Brothers, even if it was just for one evening. I did learn from them about how to wear a sweater so that it looks less slouchy and what length my pants should be (Being tall, I think I've worn most of my pants a bit too short.)

With my new look, I'm feel more "pulled together" and having fun with it, too. Thanks Mom-Camp, eqLife, MAC, Brooks Brothers and the Mall of America!

Are you ready for a new look? Keep your eyes open for people who look similar to you and have a look you love. Notice what it is about them that caught your attention. What adjectives come to mind? Is there something about the style or colors that spoke to you? If you love that person's hairstyle, don't be afraid to ask where it was cut. Take out a notebook and write down these things. And then treat yourself to a fresh look!