ripples

There's something you need to know ...

... you touch people; you do: 

the smiles you give (or don't), 

the words you speak (or write), 

the way you look at people, 

the helping hand, 

the opinion voiced (or not). 

You make a difference in the lives around you.  You really, truly do. 

So smile a little more often.

Lend a hand despite your hesitation.

Voice your opinion gently.

Let your eyes sparkle, sometimes, when you meet another's eyes.

You make a difference.  

You are touching lives, even when you can't tell a thing.  Maybe someday

you'll know what a difference you've made; maybe you'll go to your grave unaware.

But your life makes the lives of those around you better, or worse,

depending on your choices.

"Be kind; for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle."

~ Philo of Alexandria