The majority of us lead quiet, unheralded lives
as we pass through this world.
There will most likely be no ticker-tape parades for us,
no monuments created in our honor.
But that does not lessen our possible impact,
for there are scores of people
waiting for someone just like us to come along;
people who will appreciate our compassion,
our unique talents.
Someone who will live a happier life
merely because we took the time
to share what we had to give.
Too often we underestimate the power of a touch,
a smile, a kind word, a listening ear,
an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring,
all of which have a potential to turn a life around.
It's overwhelming to consider the continuous opportunities there are
to make our love felt.
~ Leo Buscaglia
At times our own light goes out
and it is rekindled by a spark from another person.
Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude
of those who have lighted the flame within us.
~ Dr. Albert Schweitzer
"It is never about how good your voice is; it is only about feeling the urge to sing, and then having the courage to do it with the voice you are given."
~ Katie in `True to Form' by Elizabeth Berg
3 comments:
happy holidays :)
I love that Schweitzer quote. That's been a theme on my heart lately.
Merry Christmas!
GGG... thank you for visiting my blog, and for leaving this message. I promise I will have a wonderful Christmas season... I already am :o)
Madcap... Glad you like the Schweitzer quote. I hope your light is shining bright! Merry Christmas to you too.
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