It is nearly a year since MP Jo Cox was murdered, just before the EU referendum. In a recent interview Brendan Cox, Jo’s widower, was pleased that political parties had agreed to suspend electioneering for an hour in her memory, and gave news of Great Get Together events planned for Saturday 17 June. Then came the attack in Manchester and political parties suspended electioneering for a few days in respect. I was struck by Evan Davies on Newsnight observing that in the worst of situations, the best of people comes to the fore, and there have been many examples of generosity and kindness, often offered to strangers, as well as a desire to pull together. With some regret but realism, Evan Davies noted that in relation to this, it would soon be back to ‘business as usual’. But do we have to wait for a tragedy to experience the goodness in people? Of course not, and we can find much good in the world. However this has reminded me that kindness and generosity are important each and every day. Days can go by without my being mindful and noticing small ways that may make a bit of a difference, but the inspiration offered by Brendon Cox and many others is a welcome reminder.

And so, I’ve:

41. Cleared up after a meeting so others could get home

42. Introduced two sets of friends to each other as they have recently moved into the area and I think may have lots in common

43. Created a favourite meal for a friend with severe food allergies

44. Decided to set aside a long-standing resentment … and felt better immediately

45. Offered to look after someone’s dog overnight even though I’m not a ‘dog person’.