It’s so easy to get stuck in the darkness, and feel that we’ll never get out of that place. To feel like the whole world is against us. Which is why it’s so important to notice the kindness and compassion that exists, and focus on those things for which we are grateful. I’ve decided to start a series of posts to remindΒ us that thereΒ is hope. I don’t know how often I’ll write a post for this series, but I’ll try to do one at least once a month.
A little while ago, Jasmine and I went for a walk through one of the many forests in the countryside. On our way back to the car, a guy came running after us. I froze, my heart pounding. Until I saw what was happening. My driver’s license had fallen off my key holder, and he hadΒ picked it up to give backΒ to me. I was so relieved. And exceptionally grateful. I had my driver’s license stolen in a smash and grab last year, so I know how much of an inconvenience and hassle it is to get a new one. The kindness of a stranger.
After our walk, I drove Jasmine back to the clinic where she was staying. Sitting with her on the bench just before I left, so close. Not talking. Just feeling. I felt sad. She wasn’t feeling too great, and lay her head on my shoulder. It was a bittersweet moment. I realized that we might have lost some of the things we had being in an intimate relationship, but the connection and love is still there. It’s the simple things that are the most important. Not taking anything for granted.
I was sitting on the beach a few weeks ago, enjoying my alone time, and watching the sun set. These words came to me:
If you can look at a sunset and feel the beauty of it in your heart, there’s still life and hope inside you.
13 responses to “Kindness & Gratitude #1”
Beautiful and lovely story, Rayne. β€ That sunset is just stunning, it's a great feeling.
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It was a beautiful sunset. Made all my worries melt away. Thanks Psy. β€
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Thank you, Rayne… that is a wonderfully gentle, uplifting phrase you came up with.
I’m going to post it in my little ‘sayings’ folder. π
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You’re welcome, I’m glad you liked it. And thank YOU. π
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This post made me think of your lighthouse with the light shining out through the storm bringing hope β€
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What a beautiful comment. π Thank you! We all need to be reminded from time to time that there is hope. β€
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We certainly do! I shall look forward to more of your hope posts π
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So heartfelt and moving Rayne.. simply beautiful. π
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Thanks Deborah. I’m glad you liked it. π β€
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This is lovely xxx
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Thanks, lovely. π xxx
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Big hug!
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Thanks. π
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