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 Message I sent to my kids as they started school back this week:

Remember....be kind to everyone! 

Give other kids random compliments and expect nothing in return. 

Say "hi" to the kid in the corner or the girl sitting by herself. 

You have no idea what others are going through so just assume it's something and maybe by just saying hi, smiling, and acknowledging them it will make them feel some sense of worth and appreciation.

I love you...have a great day! 
 
 Oh I remember those back to school jitters!  Great message.  I hope they do this and others follow spreading kindness as well.  I hope your kids are adjusting well.  😊 
 Appreciate that!  
 This is great, I always tell the kid that you never know what's going on at home for the kids who are acting up. A little kindness goes a long way! Hope they have a good year! 
 Great point!  
 I think kids are really good at intuiting these things if they just get a little nudge. 
 Good advice 
 Liberty as in Liberty University?  
 I like liberty in general, but my eldest son is attending Liberty University right now and I really like the Liberty University.