Welcoming in a new month is a short activity that allows you to appreciate the passing of time.

Wait until the last five or ten minutes of the last day of the current month to begin. Please note that the day is slightly different each month.
Dress in the proper attire to go outside. If it is raining, wear a raincoat and/or carry an umbrella. If the month you are welcoming is in winter, wear a warm jacket. It is important to stay comfortable, so you can appreciate the moment.
Walk outside
Take some deep breaths. Take note of the temperature, cloud cover, and weather. Notice what you are wearing and how you are feeling. Are the trees budding or are the leaves beginning to fall? Is it seasonably warm or cold? What do you smell? Can you see the stars?
Remember back on the last time you welcomed in a month. How has the weather changed?
Think of what this new month will bring and remember back on the good times of the leaving month.
Go back inside, feeling quiet and calm.
Repeat all steps for the coming months.

* Music can enhance the moment or it may distract you, you can decide.
* Taking a friend who appreciates the moment can add to your happiness, but spending this time with someone who thinks it's silly can make you feel embarrassed.

* Some people may think you are strange and/or crazy if you tell them that the reason you are going outside at midnight is to welcome in a month, especially in the winter months when it is very, very cold.

Did someone ever tell you to be at your best at a restaurant and you didn't know what to do? Well, here is how you can act your best.

Do not lay down if you have a bench to yourself, that is very disrespectful.
Chew with your mouth closed. Nobody wants to see what's in your mouth.
Act nice and polite. If someone asks you to get something, just give it to them; if they say thank you, say your welcome.
Sit up, and if someone is talking, listen.
Eat neatly, do not let food come off your plate or out your mouth.
Do not eat too much, and do not act odd.

Try not to get your hair in the food.
Don't act hyper.
Eat a small snack before going to the restaurant, this way, you won't be ravenous and stuffing your face with food when you get there.

# Try not to get your hair in the food.
# Don't act hyper.
# Eat a small snack before going to the restaurant, this way, you won't be ravenous and stuffing your face with food when you get there.

Whether or not you want to try to raise funds for a cause that your and your school or community wishes to support, and how, will depend on local circumstances and what projects you are planning.

Decide on how you can best support the cause. You may want to raise funds for your own project that is aimed at furthering the cause, or you may want to get involved in raising funds for an organization that is supporting a cause you and your classmates or friends believe in. If you want to raise general funds for a cause, the best option is to do so on behalf of an established non-governmental organization. Many organizations have fundraisingcampaigns that involve local volunteers and projects. Always contact an organization in advance: you must have their official permission to raise funds in their name.
Raise funds in a clear, honest and directed way. Whether you are raising funds for an established organization or for a project of your own, through local events or by applying for a grant, remember the following guidelines:

The purpose for which you are fundraising must be absolutely clear.
Any money raised must be used for the stated purpose and no other.
You should keep careful accounts of any money you raise and what you spend it on, recording even the smallest amounts.
Any money raised must be kept safely, preferably in a bank account opened in the name of your group.
It may be a good idea to ask a responsible adult to 'audit' your accounts, so there can be no question of misuse of funds.
Select a way to raise the funds. There are many ways of raising funds, from simple collecting boxes and doing odd jobs to organizing sponsored walks and more elaborate events such as concerts and fairs. See the article Use School or Community Events to Raise Awareness for more ideas.


Fundraising is certainly not essential for effective action to support a cause: many successful information and education campaigns cost little or nothing but are dependent on enthusiasm, harnessing volunteer talent and receiving donations of time and materials from the volunteers involved. If you feel this is possible for what you are seeking to raise awareness for your cause, then this might be the better option for you to invest energies in.

Ah, Sunday. That one day where you can just lay around and do nothing. Of course, some of us prefer to "do stuff" on this day.

The best way to start your day off... is to sleep in. Try to sleep in for a good while (until at least 9) and this will provide you with some essential energy for the day.
An obvious choice would be church or some other religious service. This is entertaining, inspiring, and is a good way to keep your week going.
Eat an enjoyable meal. Sunday is a day to slack, relax and not have to worry about life. This is basically saying to forget your diet just for this one day.
Watch T.V. or read the newspaper while sipping some fresh coffee.
Take a brisk walk with an animal or a friend to calm yourself down, and relax. Avoid jogging or running, this will exhaust you and make you dirty.
Take a long bath with some candles, light music and a good book. Take time in feeling the water jets against your muscles and such.
Take a short siesta (afternoon nap).
Try giving special time with your family


* Take your time in doing things.
* Do not fall asleep in the bathtub.
* Do not burn yourself with the candles.
* Do not go to church if you don't want to.