Giving Back
It's the start of a new month. February is not only the month that we take a day to celebrate love on Valentine's Day, or remember African Americans who have made great contributions to American society but it's also my birth month. So lots of positive things to look forward to. My plans for the month are to give back. This month I will be looking for ways to volunteer and give back to the community because whenever I give, it is such a rewarding feeling. Have you ever heard of the "Helpers' High"? Well, Stephen Post, author of "Why Good Things Happen to Good People" says that there is science that shows giving money or time can not just feel good but can actually improve your health. "Giving is as good for the giver as it is for the receiver. Science says it's so. We'll be happier, healthier, and even -- odds are -- live a little longer if we're generous," Post said. "Public health isn't just about bugs and stay...