Put It All Out There

I was stuck in traffic and spent the time looking around the neighborhood around me. I saw this group of young people laughing and enjoying each other. They were just hanging out on the front porch talking and telling stories. Though I was stuck in traffic and very frustrated that I had not planned better, my heart was relieved. It was good to see that people were not only enjoying the day of beautiful weather, they were enjoying each other. It was good to see them laughing and joking and having a good time. 

I rolled the car window down and I could hear children playing in the street, and this group laughing loudly in unison. Someone had just told a story and everyone thought it was funnny. The birds were chirping and the wind was gently blowing through the leaves, dried leaves dancing down the sidewalk with no destination in mind. Though I was still stuck in traffic and my car had not moved one inch, it suddenly became a good day. The stress washed away and I too was mentally on the front porch enjoying friends. 

We forget that when we are happy we allow others to be happy. When we experience joy we make it ok for other people to be joyful. By being ourselves we open the door for others to be their genuine selves. By sharing ourselves with people we give the gift of life for all to receive. Sometimes the best thing we can do is live our lives and share our lives with the world. Make the choice today to keep it all in perspective, tell good stories, and enjoy your friends.