Give a little..or a LOT!

You know you do something right when people ask for more. So what can you give? Here is a thought; how many times do you bump into people randomly in the street, or at work and miss a chance to smile or simply say hello? That is your opportunity to give a little ...or a lot! I have recently experienced how a "hello" can change someones life and I must say, it has made me so incredibly happy I felt the need to make this special post so that others can be inspired to do the same. This particular person told me that a short conversation made all the difference on a really bad day, and that it was exactly what he needed to realize that perhaps there are good things in the world after all.

So I put it into practice at work in the past few weeks and the reactions vary from funny, to amazing, to simple gratifying. A lady in the elevator turned and looked at me like I was crazy simply because I had said "hope you have a wonderful day". When I asked what was wrong after my comment, she said "I have not heard anyone ever tell me that since I have been coming to this hospital", I looked at her and said "Remember this day, and please pay it forward."

With that said, I am about to share my version of a broccoli salad that was shared with me. I usually do not give this recipe but I am in a giving mood...Feel free to adjust the flavors, that is the beauty of this particular salad.



What you need:
1 bag of broccoli florets- defrosted
1/2 C of dried cranberries
1/2 C of raisins
1/2 C of peanuts
1 C of shredded cheddar cheese
1 small bag of bacon bits
White vinegar, sugar and mayo- for the dressing

How to make:
Combine all the ingredients except the sauce in a large bowl. In a smaller cup, add 1/3 C of mayo, 3 Tbsp of sugar, and 3 Tbsp of vinegar. Mix well, and taste. The catch of this dressing is to have a bit of tang, and sweetness to it. It should not be too runny or thick. You can add more of any of these 3 ingredients depending on what you like. Pour over the rest of the ingredients and combine everything well. You can serve this room temp, of you can chill it for about 30 mins in the fridge.

~Enjoy!