I must admit I was starting to wonder if all my efforts were really worth it and if anyone out there would really be brave enough to actually do something.
Then three things happened:
1. My mom has been very sick lately and spending a lot of time in and out of the hospital. She's part of the reason I started this mission in kindness, because even on her hardest days she still thinks about others. She makes sure I am adjusting to my new apartment well and that no matter what I have all the encouragement and love I need to be a successful woman. Thinking about her makes me want to always be compassionate, always make others understand their importance and never pass judgement on anyone.
So I went to visit my mother on Saturday in the cancer hospital, and because I was afraid and I knew others were probably feeling the same emotions I was, I placed a post-it note in the elevator that said "Never give up hope."
2. Yesterday I went to visit her again and found my note still placed in the elevator. Still there. I was so moved by this,because even though I left the note for others to find, it was there when I needed it. I shared this with my friends and family on Facebook.
My dad commented later that evening and said that someone left a note in the other elevator that said "Have faith." Even though I don't know who left the note, we are now connected by our small acts of kindness.
3. Today I thought about not checking on my blog, but something inside me said " You check it everyday, you have to check it today, why would you not check it today?"
When I check on the blog I first go to the stats page, this shows me when someone has viewed the page. I was expecting to see the number 89. It's been 89 for 2 weeks now. It wasn't 89, It was 90. 90! Wait 90! Someone looked! I then immediately checked the email... Holy crap balls! Someone left a message!
I read it, and then I cried. Crying is kind of my thing, if you haven't figured that out already. It is worth it, everything I am doing, is worth every thought, every smile, every gift, every phone call, every joke, every hug. Everything is worth it.
It's always amazing to me how when you need something the most, when you're tired, scared,lonely or in pain from an ailment, it just pops up. Whatever you need just shows up and reminds you that we are all connected and we all need kindness, love and hope.
Without further ado, I share with you our first story!
I sent someone an encouraging note on Facebook. I've met the fellow a couple of times in passing. He's a pretty amazing character. He walks on stilts with costumes and does things like visiting nursing homes and riding handicapped people around on a special bike he has. They call him Stilted Saint and it's a fitting title. Anyway I sent him a message letting him know that he's practically a super hero and that his work inspires others. I also ask what motivated him. He was kind enough to share his thoughts and invited me to hang out with him this fall when we'll be at the same event.
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Who ever you are, Thank you for your bravery!
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