Smile

The other day, when our family was out and about, we found ourselves shopping at Sam's Club. We picked up a few items and were leaving the store. Abigail asked if she could hold the receipt and ask the exit clerk if she could have a smiley face. The clerk quickly agreed and drew her a big smiley face on the back of the receipt. This really made her day!

This interaction, insignificant to some, really touched me and helped me to remember that even though our family has had some hard times with the loss of my job, that there are still many blessings to be thankful for. There is always room for a smile!

How many times have we passed someone in the store, the sidewalk or even in our own family and we have forgotten to smile? I have been reminded during these tough times that smiling is something that you can give to others without saying anything at all and it doesn't cost a thing! Our world is so busy finding ways to get ahead of others, be better than others, make ourselves look good, show no weakness, etc.. we forget that we are all needing some form of acceptance, love and friendship. After all, when work is done and the money has been spent, our family and friends- true friends- love us no matter what- they love us because we have given a little bit of ourselves to them- through laughter, kind words or even just a smile!