"Even it it's alittle thing, do something for those who need help, something for which you get no pay but the privilege of doing it." - Albert Schweitzer
There are countless, countless ways to help people. The list is endless.
I try to help anyone I can, however, I like the young people and the elderly people for the following reasons. With the young person, I think you can influence a lesson of 'paying it forward' that may carry through their years. And it's my heart-felt thank-you to the older person.
Giving does not always mean in the monetary sense. It can be as simple as a smile to someone who looks like they desperately need it. In today's times, I've noticed many people not smiling much at all. It is so important to one's soul.
Giving of one's self can be done in a multitude of ways: helping, teaching, sharing, giving - the list is endless. I believe it is a vital duty to the strength of a society.
And in honor of my Father, I am going to share something he said to me in a dream a while back. He spoke just a few words (I knew it was his voice) "keep giving to people".
That was it - plain and simple. I hope you give of yourself. It may seem small to you, but it could mean so much to someone else.
June 6, 2009
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Beautifully expressed...I feel the same way... this proverb that I used to think of a long time ago when I lived in Boston popped into my mind..."If you see someone without a smile,give him one of yours."
ReplyDeleteYou give more than you know and I thank you for it.
ReplyDeleteHello, You ARE giving...I am receiving your gifts while visiting your blog. And most of them stay with me for a longer time. Thank you. Be well.
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Nan- that quote you found is so inspiring to get out there and smile.
ReplyDeleteMAW - Your words have touched me deeply.
Aria - Thank you very much.
This was such a lovely post! Your father would be so proud of the lady you have become.
ReplyDeleteLast night I was reading some of your older blogs and there was one that said you were not going to blog for a while. I am so thankful that you are giving many of us inspiration, happy thoughts and beautiful visuals at times when they are really needed. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteLast night I was reading some of your older blogs and there was one that said you were not going to blog for a while. I am so thankful that you are giving many of us inspiration, happy thoughts and beautiful visuals at times when they are really needed. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteVery inspirational post. One of the most rewarding things you can do in this life is give to others. Isn't it wonderful that the internet allows us so many ways to share with each other?
ReplyDeleteAnon- At some point, I had to take a short break, however, I jumped back in, and am glad I did.
ReplyDeleteWillou - I agree with you. What are the chances we would have met otherwise? I'm happy we did. :)
Those words you quoted make me want to cry. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteClarity - so nice to see you again.
ReplyDeleteKindness and giving are a religion.
ReplyDeleteGiving is essential. We give out of what we receive. We comfort others with the comfort we ourselves have received. All gifts are meant to be passed on. When we hold on tightly, we become "cluttered," but when we give we make room to receive and to give and to receive and to give again...
ReplyDeleteMy Father to this day, always tells me that Christmas should be everyday - giving from the heart - a nice word, a smile, providing some assistance all make a difference.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the gentle reminder!