Neighborhood Trash

The project:
Once again, picking up trash in the neighborhood.

Time:
20 minutes

Why bother?
No matter how much we pick up, there always seems to be more, even in our relatively neat neighborhood. I carried a bag with me, took a walk for some exercise, and helped clean up the neighborhood.

As noted in a previous post about cleaning up trash, a study has shown that trashed areas gather not only more trash, but also more graffitti and other vandalism. I like to think I'm helping our neighborhood keep on the bright side by picking up after others.

Worth it?
I suppose - but it's wearing thin. Am I the only one in the neighborhood who gives a hoot? (Does it matter if I am?)

Watch Kids

The project:
Watch another mother's kids while she gets some chores and shopping out of the way.

Time:
2 hours

Why bother?
First of all, we love these kids. They've been gone to Papua New Guinea, serving a medical mission in the rainforest, for the past year. They're home for only a short time before their planned move to Texas. (We're super sorry to see them go, but we're taking every opportunity to see them.)

Getting back to life in the Western World must be quite a shock for all of them. And with the holidays fast upon us, an impending move and general confusion of life on the go, certainly any help is welcome.

Our girls love to play with them. I love to hear them all squealing and running, creating and generally enjoying each other.

Worth it?
ABSOLUTELY! But, really, if I enjoy it I ask once again...does it count? I'll say yes.

Make a Flier for Auntie M's Business

The project:
Create a flier to help promote a family member's business.

Time:
45 minutes

Why bother?
Independent business owners have it rough sometimes. Plus, I'd do about anything to help my Auntie M.

Worth it?
Yep.