HONORING YOUR CALLING

"There is no greater gift you can give or receive than to honor your calling. It is why you were born and how you become most truly alive."       --Oprah Winfrey

My mother was such a loving person. This is a picture of her on her 90th birthday riding the tram in Albuquerque, new Mexico. Her calling in life was a simple one, bringing happiness to other people. At 80  five days a week she would take a 3.3 mile walk with me  around a local park. She was always full of life, truly gave every living creature she met a smile.

Everyone has a calling, something we would like to be a part of big or small, it is something we would like to share with others. For me it has been teaching, and ministry. Now that I am retired, writing and Chaplaincy are coming to the forefront.

What is it that makes your heart sing? Do you volunteer, participate in playful activities with family and friends, how do you become most truly alive? Are you involved in activities that bring out the best in your community? Whatever you do and wherever you go, aim to spread kindness and compassion.

"Sometimes we spend too much time worrying about whether or not we can do something instead of just doing it." 

Sandra Lindsey Smith,  Life's Garden of Weekly Wisdom

Who has brought joy into your life just by being her or himself? Whether you know it or not, you bring happiness into the lives of others as well. Smile often, love deeply and laugh often!

Love and light,

Sandy Smith


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