Suggestions for commemorting Sept. 11

The American Red Cross has a few suggestions for families or individuals looking for appropriate ways to commemorate the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Here are their suggestions.

Activities for you and your family:

Call family members to let them know how much they mean to you.

Get together for a family dinner or potluck.

Share a family activity -- go for a hike, play a game, go bowling.

Attend a memorial or a religious or spiritual service with your family.

Let bygones be bygones -- mend a broken fence.

Activities for you and your friends:

Lost touch with a friend? Give him or her a call.

Offer to walk a friend's dog, help with a home improvement project, teach someone a skill or run an errand.

Send a thoughtful card.

Whip up your favorite dessert or salad and give it to a friend.

Share fellowship -- get together with your friends.

Actions that benefit your community:

Donate a pint of blood.

Volunteer a couple of hours of your time to a charity.

Recycle.

Skip the garage sale and donate your used goods to charity.

If you see trash while walking outside, pick it up.

Be a positive influence in your area:

Hold the door open for the person behind you.

Practice being a considerate, conscientious and safe driver.

Feed an expired parking meter.

Assist a stranded motorist by calling for help.

Give someone a sincere compliment.