I See You

"There is hunger for ordinary bread,

and there is hunger for love, for kindness, for thoughtfulness;

and this is the great poverty that makes people suffer so much."

Mother Teresa of Calcutta

The hunger for loving touch eats away at the body, mind, and soul.     As human beings, we hunger for love, kindness, and thoughtfulness.  The bellies may be empty,  but the absence of acceptance can be even more deadly.

We may not have the network to tend to the emotional survival of others, but we do have a smile for each and every human we meet.

Too much time is focused on what we cannot do, instead of placing creative attention on what we can do.  Poverty includes much more than lack of monetary needs.  As human beings to human beings, we need to make a connection by reaching out in any way we can.

Send love out into the world while driving.  Embrace neighbors and friends when possible.  Exchange pleasantries with fellow shoppers.  Lavish smiles upon passers by.  Send prayers for the needs of others while holding them in our heart.  Meditate or visualize the warm glow of love encircling communities or countries.  Focus on the empty faces and offer them a promise, "I see you!"