Sunday, November 30, 2008

a one thing

We often hear people talk about children and people and their value in society. We hear these things and let it go as part of some inclination of speech; some ready made answer that looks and feels good when it's said. This is a shared value that has no real value, but it feels good to say and it looks good as well. Often times people say these things and spur a desire in others to help someone in need. Sometimes people make sacrifices for other people by doing one thing. Just think if we could all take the time to do a "one thing".
It is karma to do things for other people. There need not be a financial link. Sometimes a few words of encouragement is all it takes to make the day of another person just a little bit better. From cultivated roots come blooming flowers of brightness that bring smiles to the faces of all people. From concerned care comes light even on the darkest nights. When it comes to children, who often have to grow up too fast, they just need an ear to hear their fears; someone to let them know they are not alone. Children need to know their ideas and dreams have just as much value as those who have the opportunities to be heard. From a positive place of encouragement must come the type of human reinforcement that is necessary for a young person to flourish. From that place comes a unified effort mixed with responsibility and caring that brings forth real justice; the kind that knows no boundaries.