Pot of gold stars
I frequently hand out “verbal” gold stars. It’s always at least one; possibly five if you have done truly fantastic work. And I always mean to start carrying around my actual gold star stickers. (A remnant of my piano teaching days.) Someday, I might start doing that.
I think people, even grown-ups, appreciate that recognition. Even though that certificate of appreciation might just get recycled, that moment of validation is worth it. Thank you cards are wonderful but can appear a bit formal at times.
So here’s to handing out gold stars (tangible or verbal). Perhaps your pot of gold stars can sit beside your package of rainbow Sharpies or Duck tape.
