From My Perspective…

Four very simple words.

Have you ever stopped to think how your words, no matter how simple, can change the course of someone’s day?

It’s true. It’s true because words are among the most powerful weapons humans have at their disposal. They can inflict more damage than a knife and show more love than a bouquet of roses. Could you imagine a world where people used their words instead of their fists? Spoke instead of hiding behind fancy gifts? Spoke their feelings instead of remaining silent? That world, friends, would be an amazingly different (and just plain amazing!) place.

I had a friend text me today asking how I was doing, and simply stating “… been thinking of ya!”

It was a simple gesture.

That gesture? It pulled me out of a sad place. It reminded me that even tho I was thinking of people I didn’t have anymore, I was surrounded by love and friendship. It reminded me that someone, out there, was thinking about ME. And hoping I was ok.

So to her (Hi Sarah!!!) I say THANK YOU.

To everyone else? Remember how powerful words are. Write your Grandmother a letter. Phone your best friend just because. If you love someone, tell them so! If you are angry, talk it out. If you are scared, reach out to someone and seek comfort. Ask your kids how their day was.

Believe me… it can really make a difference.