A friend was shopping at a thrift store recently, and found a coffee mug that reminded her of me. She bought it, and gave it to me at church this morning.
Maybe you're thinking that this is not a remarkable event. But that's because you're not me.
You see, we all want to matter. Everyone wants to make a difference.
And by thinking of me, and buying this little token of my influence on her life, she was saying to me that I made a difference. That blessed my day.
The next time something reminds you of someone you care about, go the extra mile and let them know you thought of them. The importance of validating people's existence by these little gestures cannot be measured.
By the way, Tina, every time I drink from this cup, I will think of you, and will know that you've made a difference, too. Thanks!
I took a long time for me to understand that life wasn't about the flashy big events, but the soft, quiet, uneventful moments that matter most. I have been married to my best friend for over 30 years now, and it isn't so hard... when you recognize it's the little things on a day to day routine that matter... not the grand event.
ReplyDeleteYour attitude here is something I have tried to give to those around me in my life... even if they are only flipping a burger for me, they deserve a smile, and a moment of recognition.
I am so amazed that what seems so natural to me is taken as a gesture not often seen by these folks. Can you imagine what our world would be if we just accepted each other... sorry! Preaching to the Choir! You get it, and I'm only two posts into my reading!