Day 163: Baked Cookies For Co-Workers

Today, I completed another chapter in my life. I finished my internship with Leadership Spokane as an events intern. It is amazing the things I learned and the ways I grew in the short time I was able to spend there. The staff behind this incredible non-profit organization are even more incredible and are true leaders. The city of Spokane is lucky to have two incredible women behind the wheel of this civic leadership training program. For those of you who do not know, each August a select few from an array of different businesses are chosen to go through this leadership program. Much like a school, they make up a class. Tomorrow is both Leadership Spokane and Youth Leadership Spokane's graduation and I would just like to say congratulations to the classes of 2013!

                                  

To show my gratitude to such a wonderful group, I decided to make cookies. It is always nice to have something sweet when sitting behind a desk all day. It is easy to say they were very grateful! It was the very least I could do. 

Thank you once again to Leadership Spokane, Linda and Beth for everything! I look forward to working with you in the future! 

God bless,

Kailee

Day 135: Baked Cookies For My Neighbors

If you love cookies, then today is your day because...it is national chocolate chip cookie day! That is why I figured it would be the perfect opportunity to make cookies for my neighbors and friends. In the end,  I made 8 dozen chocolate chips cookies to share. Of course, I save a batch for my roommates (& me). :)   In honor of this decadent holiday, I find it only suitable that everyone have a cheat day and enjoy this scrumptious snack!

To boot, my roommate and I even met some neighbors that we have lived next to for almost a year. The neighbors we brought cookies to were very grateful. Cookies are a great ice breaker for future reference.

P.S. I just saw that some bakeries gave out FREE chocolate chip cookies today! Just something to look out for the next time this rolls around.

& that's the way the cookie crumbles,

Kailee

Day 86: Helped Bake Cookies

This afternoon, I had the pleasure of helping Nicole Renard prepare for her fantastic flashlight easter egg hunt! I assisted her in making scrumptious sugar cookies and orange dreamsicle cookies. In addition to catching up with a good friend, I learned two delicious recipes and how to zest a lemon! Hey, you learn something new every day. ;)

When the cookies were done, Nicole and I had to taste one to make sure they were suitable for her guests. The orange dreamsicle cookie was one of the best things I have ever eaten. The recipe is even featured in Nicole's cook book, which she has for sell. Even though the cookies were a kindness to my stomach, I was happy to lend a hand.

God bless,

Kailee

Day 85: Bought Girl Scout Cookies

It's that time of year again. It's Girl Scout cookie season! Usually I don't hunt them down, but they sounded so tasty and I knew the money was going to a good cause. To find cookies in your area, you can visit the Girl Scout website , enter your zip code and see where cookies are sold and at what times. It also helps if you know a girl scout selling them.

In my case, I know of a young girl selling them so I bought a box from her. Also, I looked up where the girls were selling cookies near me and bought a box of savannah smiles from them. The closest selling spot to me was Texas Roadhouse. I drove down there and when I showed interest in buying cookies, the young girl scout eagerly gave her description of each type of cookie. When she was done, I asked what her favorite type was. She answered savannah smiles. I told her I would take a box of those and handed her a $5. The boxes are $4 a piece, so she tried giving me my change. When I told her to keep the change, her reaction was priceless. She was overjoyed that I allowed her to keep my dollar. Oh, the simple joys of children. They make everything that much more worth it. 

God bless & enjoy your cookies,

Kailee

Day 22: Welcomed A New Neighbor

Moving can be a scary thing. When arriving to your new home, it's natural to feel uncomfortable and  yearn to feel welcome. I know I did. Everyone, no matter a simple greeting or an extravagant welcome party, deserves to know that they are accepted and appreciated. Hence, today's act.

We are a few weeks into the winter quarter and I have been meaning to do this for a while now, but today was the perfect opportunity thanks to the help of an accomplice. A fellow Tri-Citian has recently moved to Cheney and is now a fellow Eag! As mentioned, an accomplice and I acted quickly while she was at class and dropped off a goodie for her. This act was anonymous I may add, no recognition needed. Even though I believe this post may give it away. So, you know who you are fellow eagle and if you are reading this, I simply wanted to say, "Welcome!"

A few hours later, I received a text from my accomplice with a picture attached. Apparently the treat was well received and appreciated. Below are the following words written on her social media pages:

Have a random act of kindness you would like me to try? Comment below.

God bless,
Kailee

Day 16: Made Dinner For Friends

Well today I was busy, busy, busy with school and volunteering. I am trying to find opportunities to act kindly on campus but, I am also trying to get back into the swing of things. I am almost there, I promise.

Tonight after finishing my volunteer work, I  made dinner for my roommates and close friends. Every once and awhile it is nice to treat them and serve them. I made pizza and cookies...yum. Now, I bet you are saying, "But Kailee that pizza looks extremely good!" First of all, it was scrumptious. Second, I technically did bake the pizza and cookies. I never said I made it from scratch ;)  I know I always appreciate when they make me dinner, so I figured I'd repay the favor.

Have a random act of kindness you would like me to try? Comment below.

God bless, 

Kailee