As I watched the Remembrance Day Celebration on television, today, I was moved by the close up shots on the people in the crowd of the Ottawa ceremony. There were many elderly people who looked like they had lived through difficult times. I couldn't help but wonder what their stories were. Did they lose a husband? Friend? Child? What did wars over the years cost them in their own lives? I thought that they were all "Daring Dreamers" in their own right, living the best life they could in spite wars, loss, sadness, aging. The lines on their faces told part of their story - indicating their smiles, frowns, worries, joys - permanently etched from years of familiar patterns.
Every person has a story to tell. Those stories are filled with joy and sadness and everything in between. We can learn from each other's stories. We can find ways to have courage when inspired by the courage of others who faced even greater challenges than we face. We are only here for a fleeting moment in relation to the history of the world. We have a short time to make our stories count.
Do something to honour the many heroes of the past by making your story the best one possible. Do something today to make someone else's day better. Find a way to use your gifts and talents to serve. It will bring you as much joy as it gives to the recipients.
so true, friend. thank you for the beautiful sharing today.
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