PEBBLE
Be the reason someone still believes in magic, truth, authenticity, compassion, intelligent conversation, loyalty, courage and love that doesn’t have an agenda.
~Brooke Hampton, shared by James in Asheville, NC
BOULDER
I say to myself that I shall try
to make my life like an open fireplace,
so that people may be warmed and cheered by it
and so go out themselves to warm and cheer.
~George Matthew Adams, shared by Megan in Australia
PONDER
On this Day of Gifts, in the midst of this festive season of gratitude and goodwill, may you create a moment to pause and recognize:
~The Gift you are to others: how many lives does your presence improve?
~The Gift you are to the universe: doesn’t your very existence prove the world needs you?
~The Gift you are to yourself: honor & celebrate the fact that you made it to today!
And when you have another moment, think of some people in your life whose presence is a Gift to You. Send them a quick message, or simply forward this issue to them as a way to let them know what a treasure they are.
Peace,
Paul
P.S. Oh goodness, I hope you know what a Gift you are to me. Without you, this is just a diary entry with a couple of quotations. When you read these Ripples, when even moreso when you pass them on…these Ripples come alive to fulfill their purpose, and my purpose, too.
