"And yet, no matter how much we gather, there comes a day when
we must release it all. But perhaps the beauty of life is not in what we keep,
but in what we give, in the love we share, the kindness we leave behind,
the lives we touch along the way..."
Rumi and divine love
Glancing around the room, there may be treasured reminders of things from the past. Emotions may increase as we notice pictures on the wall, volumes of books resting on a shelf, or a cozy blanket lingering near by. We can feel gratitude for all we have received, but where is our inventory of what we have given?
Step away from these comfortable reminders and inventory memories of when we have extended kindness ... not in a selfish pride, but in an awareness. Perhaps there were times we tried to give too much or not enough. Too often we may recognize a need in others, but chose to look away.
There is not an accurate estimate of when we will exit this life, so do not put off loving for even one more day! Find beauty and contribute to it. Thank the flowers, appreciate the animals, hug the children, and offer nothing but praise. Continuously rekindle the love in our heart and then freely give it away.
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