• Kindness takes initiative….it is the first one to say “Hello”, “Good Morning”, and “Goodnight”; it initiates the kiss or the hug when entering the room/house; it’s the first to smile; serves the other person first; and forgives first.
• Kindness includes being gentle….it is never unnecessarily harsh, irritable, rude, or disrespectful; kindness has a mild, tender temperament, and is sensitive, considerate, and compassionate.
• Kindness is helpful….it is eager to help and eager to please; it is supportive and thoughtful; it thinks ahead about the needs of others; it is willing to meet whatever the need is at any given time.
• Kindness is willing…it is agreeable; it cooperates; it stays open and flexible; it’s accommodating; and, it adjusts.

• Shutterfly photo collage blanket
• Personalized throw pillows
• Things Remembered personalized gift
• Matching robes and slippers
• Roses
• Jewelry
• Spa gift certificate (i.e. massage, nails, hair)

• kosher salt
• 8 oz. Macaroni
• 2 tbsp. butter
• 3 tsp. minced garlic
• 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 c. heavy cream (or half-and-half)
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
• 1/2 c. shredded Italian blend cheese
• 1 12-oz. jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
• 1 c. packed baby spinach leaves
• 1/3 c. diced mushrooms

1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and return to pot.
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Stir in garlic until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle flour over butter and stir until thickened. Gradually whisk in heavy cream (or half-and-half) until smooth.
3. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir in shredded cheese until melted, then add pasta to skillet and stir to combine.
4. Add roasted red peppers, spinach leaves, and mushrooms. Stir until spinach is tender. Add salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately.