February 2022
We rise by lifting others, it’s a saying you’ve probably heard before. The month of February is full of notable holidays, from Presidents’ Day to Valentine’s Day, but one of my favorite weeks might not be listed on your calendar. February 14th through the 20th is Random Acts of Kindness Week.
The week is dedicated to kindness and taking that extra conscious step to brighten someone’s day.
Service seems to be on all of our minds recently. You may have seen Utah’s first lady, Abby Cox, announce her new service initiative. Show Up for Service challenges Utahns to do one million acts of service throughout 2022.
These acts can be big or small. Here’s a list of some simple acts you can do to serve others this year.
- Send a note to a friend
- Bring a meal to someone who is ill
- Become a substitute crossing guard for West Jordan
- Join a local neighborhood watch program
- Donate blood at the upcoming blood drive on February 14th
- Shovel your neighbor’s driveway
Something I’ve done over the past month is shoveling the crosswalks for the crossing guards on snowy school mornings. It’s a small act that has a huge impact, making a safe walk for our children to and from school.
Doing a good deed for others is rewarding and makes you feel great, imagine what that good deed can do for others.
Sincerely,
Mayor Dirk Burton
