Daily Survival Kit for Kiwanians
While living in Alaska for over 30 years, I spent time in the woods camping, fishing and hunting. I was always concerned about packing light and yet having the right emergency and basic equipment. For the most part, I never got into real trouble.
However, in life and in serving others, we also need some basic survival tools. An e-mail was sent to me in 2003 that had these suggestions:
| Daily Survival Kit: | Items Needed: |
| Toothpicks: | to remind us to pick out the best qualities in others. |
| Rubber bands: | to remind us to be flexible; things may not always go the way you want. |
| Band Aids: | to remind you to heal hurt feelings. -- Yours or someone else’s. |
| Pencils: | to remind you to list your blessing every day. |
| Erasers: | to remind you that everyone makes mistakes and it’s OK. |
| Chewing gum: | to remind you to stick with it and you can accomplish anything. |
| Mints: | to remind you that you are worth a lot of mint! |
| CANDY KISS: | to remind you that everyone needs a kiss or hug every day. |
As we go about our fun, fellowship, and service, let us never forget the value of true friends. Keep these tools handy for a constant reminder. You will be packed properly for daily survival.
Sylvester Neal
Kiwanis International Vice President
Sylvester Neal
Kiwanis International Vice President