Every Wednesday, we hope to write about “giving to others” as part of our Happiness Project.   

“When you choose to serve — whether it’s your nation, your community or simply your neighborhood — you are connected to that fundamental American ideal that we want life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness not just for ourselves, but for all Americans. That’s why it’s called the American dream.”  – Barack Obama

This Monday, January 19th is a National Day of Service.  President-Elect Obama has called on America to step up on Martin Luther King, Jr Day and make a lasting commitment to our communities and country.  If you are looking for a way to give back on this day, go to  USAService.org.

There are thousands of volunteer opportunities listed by community — from blood drives to book collections (like one hosted by Operation Shower), from planting gardens to helping out by painting at schools.  

If your kids will be out of school and you can even do one thing and let them know it’s in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day, I would say it’s been a good day. 

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