It's Okay To Smile!

Hello, all!

It's been quite some time since I have entered any thoughts. However, this year, so far, has brought about so many things that, quite frankly, are taking me to a level of craving inquiry.

Why is it that people assume it is okay to say anything about or to others, without any remorse or forethought? Statements regarding how someone's outward appearance may be (complexion, body size, facial visibility, etc.), individuality (not being a follower of what is popular), and even the car a person may or may not drive, has gone too far. When a positive word is spoken to someone, it always generates a feeling of encouragement, confidence and the day always becomes better to handle. But, when ugly, negative or non-truth is transpired, nothing is received except feelings of depression, doubt, and at times, thoughts allowing one to consider ending their life.

What is so hard about smiling at people more, instead of constantly frowning, making one take on the same spirit? How long should it take for us to realize that it doesn't cost anything to speak kindness, empathy, compassion to everyone, no matter how things are in our lives at the time? What happened to the statement "before you criticize someone, walk a mile in their shoes," before we try to spread our miserable feelings to everyone else?

We have been told that "perilous times would come," and when you look around your surroundings, what you hear on the news, you have to realize that those times are here right now. Children having to grow up faster, so that parents won't have to feel old, referring to their seed as 'friends.' Food is quickly becoming a non-existent necessity. Now it's all about what we should drink, and not eat, because all edible consumption is bad for us. If we come across someone who may be struggling with the fact that they still like to enjoy eating, people have become so heartless by practically telling them that they don't belong on the planet. We want to be respected, but don't care to show respect to others. Where is the love?

God has blessed us to grow up in a country that has come through amazing feats, in spite of moments of hatred, envy, strife, selfishness, malice and misunderstanding. He has kept us safe, when we allow Him to, and even when we have to struggle through hard times, we are okay because God knows what is best for us every time. While we are still here, can we begin to think outside our box? What happened to having the illuminated thoughts of what is true, lovely, pure, good, just and good report? Try it, and you WILL recognize how wonderful things can be, not just in your life, but everyone you come in contact with. Share the love through a smile, a kind word.

It's getting late in the evening, folks! SPREAD LOVE! Come on, it's already been bought and paid for!