Positive Thought: "I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do." - Edward Everett Hale

Live the Pledge: Use only positive names and nicknames for our community

Positive Thought: We are halfway to our goal of 1000 pledges! 500 people have promised to think, speak, and act kindly toward Merced! Keep spreading the Pledge, guys! :D

Live the Pledge: Come to our Family Festival on Saturday, March 21st!

Positive Thought:

 "When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better, too." - Paulo Coelho

Live the Pledge: This week, write a list of positive things you can do to help our community.

Weekly Positive Thought:

 "If you don't like something, change it; if you can't change it, change the way you think about it."
 - Mary Engelbreit

Live the Pledge: This week, smile at people and be kind to others.

Weekly Thought: 
"Change your thoughts and you change your world." Norman Vincent Peale

Live the Pledge: 
This week, think about and focus on the great things about Merced. For example: the classy Merced Theatre, the wonderful people, the beautiful Bear Creek Bike Path, and the pretty parks.

Weekly Thought: 
"Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve."  -Napoleon Hill

Live the Pledge: 
This week, memorize the Promise Merced pledge, think of it often, and share it with a friend!  Remember, you make a difference!