We often hear how a random act of kindness can make all the difference in the world to another person. As often as we hear it though, we forget it. Life is hectic and far too often, we let the mania of daily life keep us from being kind. … [Read more...]
You Never Know What Someone is Going Through
This is a story that, as with most who read it, will bring a tear to your eye. But, its also a story of resilience and overcoming adversity, so it will also make you think about how our words and actions can be cruel, even if we don’t mean them to be. … [Read more...]
Who Cares if the Toast is Burnt?
I think sometimes we forget the power our words hold and the effect they can have on others. We don't think before we speak and perhaps without even meaning to, we hurt people with the things we say and with the tone of our voice. … [Read more...]
The Wooden Bowl
We reap what we sow. That is a very powerful truth, but one we often forget. If we sow bad seeds, we reap a bitter, unpalatable crop. Knowing this, why do we so often fall into the same old trap of sowing harmful seeds? … [Read more...]
Do You Build a Bridge or a Fence?
So often in life, we build a fence, rather than a bridge. When faced with conflict, sometimes the easiest response is to close ourselves off — to put up a defensive barrier instead of a gesture of peace and reconciliation. When we do this, who does it hurt more? … [Read more...]
We Are All Involved in This Journey Called Life
How many times in any given day do we have the opportunity to help someone? How often do we have the chance to smile warmly at another person, making their day just a bit brighter? Or, even just hold the door open for a complete stranger? … [Read more...]