The Way We Are

When I was a young boy growing up, I was well protected from the ways of the world by my parents and relatives. I will admit that there were times as a young man where I wished in hind sight that I might have learned more about things growing up. The world can be an ugly place with dangers around every corner. I don't know why it can be that way, maybe it's our built in mechanism to protect ourselves or our survival instinct, but in spite of ourselves, we can manage to hurt others and push them away. It's just The Way We Are, I guess. I have noticed that this Holiday Season people have seemed to be nicer to each other. There could be a glimmer of hope out there. In the last few weeks, I have seen people opening doors for each other, helping load cars with gifts, saying nice things to each other, and in general being well behaved. This is one of the reasons that I love this time of the year so much...It seems to bring out the best in people. I would love to see people act this way all year long...but we will take a little at a time for now! This holiday season I would like to see everyone try something new...if you think it will be appreciated---do it. If you think someone needs a kind word---say it. If you think it will offend---keep it to yourself. If someone is in need of it---give it. If someone is going to be alone---invite them over. If someone is going to be hungry---feed them. If someone is going to be cold---clothe them. If someone is feeling unloved---love them. I know it goes against our nature....but it won't hurt much....I promise!!!