One thing I would like to do for my son is to instill in him a desire to help others, especially those less fortunate. I figure the first way he will learn this is by watching his parents. I will be trying to set an example for him in a few ways. One way I will do this is by making blessing bags for the homeless.
"What's a blessing bag?" you say. Well, let me tell you!
A blessing bag is a gift you can give a homeless person instead of money. The blessing bag I recently made was a gallon ziplock bag filled with:
When I make these again, I'll probably add laundry detergent, a pair or socks, and enough quarters to do a load of laundry at the laundromat.
This weekend, I was able to give away my first blessing bag. While I was nervous about it at first, the gift was well received. I'm looking forward to this becoming a habit that I can pass down to my son.
If you are interested in making blessing bags, there are a ton of ideas for them on Pinterest.
Do you have certain activities to do with children that teach kindness and caring for those who are less fortunate?
"What's a blessing bag?" you say. Well, let me tell you!
A blessing bag is a gift you can give a homeless person instead of money. The blessing bag I recently made was a gallon ziplock bag filled with:
- travel size essential toiletries (deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothpaste, and a toothbrush)
- an applesauce cup
- a granola bar
- some utensils
When I make these again, I'll probably add laundry detergent, a pair or socks, and enough quarters to do a load of laundry at the laundromat.
This weekend, I was able to give away my first blessing bag. While I was nervous about it at first, the gift was well received. I'm looking forward to this becoming a habit that I can pass down to my son.
If you are interested in making blessing bags, there are a ton of ideas for them on Pinterest.
Do you have certain activities to do with children that teach kindness and caring for those who are less fortunate?
