When is the last time you used a laundry mat (or more properly, laundromat)? Would you know where to find one in Greensboro (or in your community)? Imagine getting to the laundry mat if you didn’t own a car; arriving and having it be closed!  This laundry mat happens to be on Battleground Avenue in the Big Lots shopping center near Gold’s Gym.

If you are fortunate enough to do laundry in the comforts of your home, consider being generous with the less-fortunate this year. Perhaps you can leave a five dollar bill in the custodian’s corner of the building with a stickie-note saying, “your next cup of coffee is on me,” so that the lucky finder will know the money wasn’t lost.

Consider giving a gift to someone who least expects it, to someone new this year. Have an afternoon tea for a family in need. Donate money to the school in your neighborhood–even if you don’t have children who attend. Drop an extra tip in a tip jar. Not only is December the season of giving and goodness, it is the countdown for charitable contribution tax write-offs for 2009. If you’re strapped for cash, just drop by and spend time with someone who would appreciate your company.

Please stop back by GDP and let us know about your act of giving. Share your ideas! Today, we’re posting this photo over at Watery Wednesday!