Used to give these bags away at church events

[Shellie]

Years ago, there was a popular trend of giving away a bag filled with small items. There was a little paper that went with why each item was in the bag.

Example:

Found in the bag would be a bandaid for any hurt you may experience, a candy kiss for when you needed love, a toothpick to help you to remember to "pick" out the good in others and etc.

Does anyone remember this? If so, do you remember what items were included? I am doing a ladies day in Sept. and would like to give out these bags or something similar.

Even if you don't remember, do you have any ideas of what I could add and why?

Thanks.

[deb]

Friendship Survival Kit...

A FRIENDSHIP BAG: Keep your Friendship Bag handy and ready to use at all times!

A mint: you're worth a mint to me.
A button: If you can't say something nice, it's better to "button your lip" (or to close your mouth before saying an unkind word )
A tissue: For drying tears.
A toothpick: To "pick out" the good qualities in everyone.
A gold thread: Friendship is the golden thread that ties together our hearts.
A flower: In the "garden of life" each friendship is beautiful and unique.
Lifesavers: Sometimes we all need a little help.
Cotton Ball: To cushion the rough roads.
Rubber Band: For flexibility!
Safety pin: to bind us together in friendship
Sweet & Sour Tarts: A reminder to appreciate the differences in others.
A Hug & Kiss: Sometimes we all need hugs & kisses. (or Everyone needs daily TLC )
Happy Faces: Smiling is contagious
Candle: You light up my life
Band-Aid: For healing hurt feelings. (or to help a friend who needs mending )
Paper Clip: To keep everything together.
A Star: To reflect your inner beauty
Recipe card: To share a favorite with a friend as a symbol of caring
Eraser: To remind you that every day you can start with a clean slate
Small smooth stone: to remind you that rough times refine and polish- use for smoother tomorrows
Note card: to send a long overdue greeting to a friend or relative
Playing card: a reminder to be playful and have fun

Taken from http://www.cafemom.com/group/25285/forums/read/10929862/Please_help_Need_suggestions_for_retreat_favors_gifts



Here are 2 more sites with ideas for women's ministry:

http://www.womensministrynow.net/IdeaBank/themes.htm
http://gbcladiesministryideas.blogspot.com/

[Shellie]

Thanks, Deb!