If Only We Figured This Out Sooner!
Today is my 7th day of giving. In some ways, it has been easier than I expected, and in others, much harder. Amazingly, I find that when I'm thinking of giving in some way, I most often end up giving more of two things unintentionally: smiles and time. In the past week, I have been spending so much more time listening, and realizing what a gift it is to someone when they see you place their needs before your own. Seeing the happiness that comes just from being a good friend leads me to be so much happier, and to then be more friendly to everyone I come into contact with. Practicing giving allows me to receive more smiles in return, and to improve my friendships, and I have been in a good mood consistently for days. Spreading happiness is such an easy thing to do, it's a wonder that so many people don't discover the beauty of giving sooner.
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Comment by Ann on January 27, 2013 at 9:11am -
Just read this -- and I so agree! Kindness makes the world go round!
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Comment by Deb~ Community Manager on January 23, 2013 at 7:13pm -
Feature worthy!
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Comment by Deb~ Community Manager on January 23, 2013 at 7:13pm
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WooHoo! Dont'cha just love it, Tessa? Giving rocks...
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Comment by Lois55 wwt on January 23, 2013 at 7:02pm -
Tessa, right on! You make a wonderful point! I love your post:)
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Comment by genuine, wwt, welcomer on January 23, 2013 at 6:53pm -
This is a beautiful post. Glad you are enjoying your giving.
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