5. Speak up: "I like to say, 'I saw what you did and it was really great!' or just give a quick hug and say, 'You're really important to me.' It's the words we often forget to use that are so vital to each of us."
6. Be corny: "It's corny, but I like to leave notes where I know my kids will see them during the day. I write simple things like 'I love you' or 'Ha, ha, you're in school and I'm not.'"
7. Do something unexpected: "Doing little unexpected things for a family member, friend or neighbor is always great, but doing something for someone that would never expect it is also a special joy. One time when I was at a bookstore, I noticed that the lady who waited on me was the only one working. She was really working at being pleasant even though she was overworked. I went across to a grocery store, bought a potted plant, walked back into the bookstore, handed the flowers to the lady and said, 'I hope your day gets better.' She smiled and said, 'It just did. Thank you so much.'"
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