Memories Shared

When I think about the memories I have, I think about the memories others have too. I'm sure you have heard of the golden rule. "Treat others the way you want to be treated." These words may sound overused but it holds tremendous value! This is something I live by. I also choose to live in the now but I plan for my future. When I think about my past, I contemplate what memories those I once knew are left with. I hope I leave others with a reason to smile!

When I was growing up, I never felt like I had to be anyone other than myself. I wasn't trying to set an example. I wasn't trying to fit into the box perfectly. I just wanted to be me. I have a vivid memory of when I was a child at church camp. I was doing arts and crafts and I approached the adult in charge and asked her if I was putting the pieces together right. She started to help me and realized that she had constructed the felt pieces incorrectly. I saw the perplexed look on her face and said, "Well, no one's perfect." Then I smiled at her. I saw the nervous look on her face change into a happy one. It was one of those moments you share with another that makes life beautiful. 

Here's a biggie that I have thought about for a long time...almost all parents want the best for their child/children whether you are a kid or an adult kid. No matter how old someone is, they are still someone's child. So, if you give the best of yourself to someone else, in return, you will receive the best back. This is something that will always be remembered by anyone that knows you. Whether it be for a fleeting moment or decades of your life. I believe if you live with your heart and with your soul, there is no way you can ever go wrong. Keep God at the forefront and draw close to Him. Your life will be full of love and happiness and God will bless you abundantly. 

Here is the flip side: Think about how easy it is to hurt someone. Think about how easy it is to be a bully. To be hateful. To be disrespectful. Now, think about being the one that is being bullied. It hurts, doesn't it? As bad as it is to endure the pain of someone being cruel, I would rather be the one being hurt than to be the one doing the hurting. I don't ever want to live that way! I could never be cruel to another. That means animals too. It's not something I had to decide about my own life, I just naturally and authentically lived my life that way. It wasn't until I was older that I realized how we all impact each others lives. I care about others and how they feel. I want to live my best life. It just was. I was just being me, just as I am right now. I wanted to make good memories then and I still do. I don't want to live with regrets. I am a very spiritual person that lives my life deeply through my soul. I wouldn't have it any other way. When I am sad or when I am given any kind of difficult life challenge, I draw upon the strength that God gave me and I conquer the storm. When I am happy and thankful, I do my best to be a light for someone that needs to be comforted from its warmth. My hope for all of us, is that we live our lives the way God wanted us to as if Adam and Eve never sinned. My love to all of you!