5 Simple Ways to Show you Care

In the age of social media, sometimes real communication gets lost in Twitter and Facebook. I do absolutely love social media, but there is one thing that should stay in physical form, "thank you" notes. A truly meaningful “thank you” or “I miss you” should be expressed by more than a #hashtag or wall post. Your sincerity is not so sincere when the entire Facebook world is posting the same thing, “Miss you so much, let’s get together soon!” Sound familiar? How many of these posts do you see a day?I received a “thank you” from a friend the other day, and it was not in the form of a wall post or email. It was a time line of many of the heartfelt, hysterical, and frankly embarrassing moments we have shared throughout our friendship. It felt so good knowing that even though we hadn’t seen each other in months, our friendship was important to her. Whether your friends are near or far, keep the relationships alive with these simple creative ways to show appreciation. Don't text it, email it, post it, or #hashtag it, instead show how much you care by making your “thank you” or “I miss you” really stand out by adding a personal touch filled with old memories, humor, and baked goods. 5 Simple Ways to Show you Care1. Send a $5.00 gift card to a coffee shop to a friend you have not seen in awhile. “Thanks a latte for being such a great friend!” or something like “Coffee’s on me today, but next time let’s make sure we are together having a cup. I could use a good laugh. Miss you, dear friend!”2. Create a CD of all your favorite songs from a memory you shared together. Maybe it was the summer of 2009, a weekend spent at the lake, a road trip with your best friends for spring break, a girls vacation; whatever it might be, music brings the best memories back to life. Aww nostalgia…3. Create a list of meaningful reasons what makes this friend, lover, or family member so special to you. Send the list with a frame so they can be reminded every day what makes your relationship so unique.4. Cookies. Receiving a plate of warm cookies is always heavenly, how could anyone disagree… It shows you took the time out of your busy schedule to show you care. “Do you know you are one awesome cookie?” (Wink. Wink.)5. Send a package of small knick-knacks that remind you of that person with little notes attached to each item.Hopefully this gives you a few easy ways to show and tell your loved ones that you care. Be personal, and your "thank you" won't be forgotten like yesterday's wall post.Xo,Kaitlin