Saturday, February 1, 2014

Impressions

At a recent trip to the beach, my grandson Jude left his 24 pound impressions on the beach. The wet and soft sand was changed by the impact of his little tennis shoes as he walked on the beach. He influenced the landscape and left his own mark. Jude wasn't aware of the footprints he was leaving, he just went about his adventure of exploring the beach.

We may not be aware of it, but each of us also leaves an impression on those we touch everyday. We either lift people, infusing them with life and hope,...or we drain life out of them, leaving them discouraged and less optimistic about life.

Which are you?

Do your words and attitudes elevate and encourage, or tear down and belittle?

In a few hours the tide will wash away the imprints of our steps in the sands, but our influence on the lives of people can last a lifetime...or an eternity.

 Step carefully.

Enjoying the Journey,

David