I looked at this little cartoon today and laughed because it's so true. You truly have no idea what your influence is going to be on anyone, especially children.
You Never Know
Author Unknown
You never know when someone
May catch a dream from you.
You never know when a little word,
Or something you may do
May open up a window
Of the mind that seeks the light
The way you live may not matter at all...
But you never know - it might.
And just in case it could be
That another's life through you.
Might possibly change for the better
With a broader brighter view.
It seems it might be worth a try
At pointing the way to the right.
Of course, it may not matter at all,
But then again it might.
Which in turn inspires me to be more vocal and verbal about the gratitude I feel for those who have been and continue to be life-changers for me. There are many and I am so grateful.
7 comments:
You were the best beehive leader! You had a huge influence on me, and you tolerated our craziness too. Love you!
It is so true! We should always try to express our feelings so people know just how great they are! Like you! Thanks for always sharing such great thoughts and for always checking out my blog. You're awesome!
I completely feel that way (especially with the primary class I have right now).
You've always been a great example. Hopefully I'm not one of the ones you'll never see again! I will be in Austin for the UT/BYU game. We'll have to get together!
i'm trying to be more vocal with my gratitude, too. i'm grateful for all who have good influence over my kiddos.
I sent a couple of thank you notes to people this week who have had a big impact on me and my kids, it is so important to say it out loud. Thank you Jan for your positive bright spirit.
Amen! Love your face.
I love the image of influencing people through the children. Since I haven't really been involved with a lot of children old enough to communicate, I had not really considered this.
Like you, Facebook's greatest value to me has been that it made it possible to reconnect with people whose contribution to my life is something I value. As you and I have discussed, I stay on Facebook because I think maybe someone, albeit unspoken, may be touched by something I say on there and change the world, or at least their own.
You really do just never know. Thank you for being a positive influence in my life and for your eye of discernment that sees beyond to the soul I really am. Your gift for that is an amazing one, and I am very grateful you have it!
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