Food for Thought

I am coming to terms with the fact that there really are amazing people in this world.

Growing up one sees the flaws, the drama, the unnecessary that is brought into our lives each and every day. As we grow older, however, we realize that life isn't just about the bad and figuring out how to fix it. Instead, we need to all learn how to grow up and just let things go sometimes. Grudges are unnecessary and life is just more peaceful being a pleasant person. Happy times are ones to be thankful for, and every moment with a loved one should be cherished immensely. I digress...

A wonderful co-worker wrote me this this morning when I sent an e-mail to everyone saying that I wasn't doing Christmas gifts for my co-workers this year because of my trip to Japan in January..

"Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. II Corinthians 9:7

Maria...

If anyone gives a gift just so that they can get something back then they might as well keep it for themselves. If I ever give you anything, I need you to know that I’m not doing it for you to return the favor. I would be giving it to you because that is what my heart wants to do. You have been good to me. You fed me when I was hungry and gave me open invitation to your food pantry. You have already given me enough gifts. So I said all that to say, if I want to give you a gift, please don’t stop me. Friendship is not about keeping score. It’s about unconditional love and acceptance of people for who and how they are."

What a wonderful way to start the day. It feels good knowing this world still has hope. Thank you Michelle, you're amazing.