Blessings…
as we approach the Thanksgiving holiday and the flurry of activity begins, take time to smell the coffee, the pumpkin pie, the aroma of love that permeates the air in so many households across this great country of ours. And also pause to consider those less fortunate by participating in a food drive, donating a toy or money to those in need.
As we grow older and wiser, with life’s experiences being the greatest teacher of all, we realize that memories are not so much about materials things, but moments that bring families and friends together. As I tried to thank every person on my Facebook timeline, personal email, texts and in person visits for the birthday wishes, I realize just how many moments that I have been privileged to be a part of during my lifetime.
From relatives who have always been a part of my life, to childhood friends, to bandmates, fellow co-workers over the course of 35+ years, to friends I have met along the way, people I’ve taken a photograph of, myDarlin’s co-workers, family and childhood friends, to people I’ve met just in the past couple of months – each of you play such an important role in my life and the lives of my family – and for many, I reciprocate by playing an important role in yours. And the moments we shared live on as memories in my heart.
Our lives are intertwined, not by chance, but by God’s ultimate design. myDarlin’ Robert Kenui Pope and I would often talk about how easy it is to create a positive impact on and in the lives of others, simply through acts of kindness. And a promise that continues to be true in every situation, is that the love you send out into the world comes rushing back to you ten-fold. Guaranteed – one must simply look up and the blessings will make themselves known.
And as I drank coffee out of the newest of coffee mugs this morning in a chilly Margaritaville, I saw what appeared to be a slight imperfection – a smudge above the word ‘Love’ (All You Need is Love). I put my glasses on and as I looked closer, the steam from the coffee fogged up my lenses. And as the fog cleared, I saw that what I thought was a smudge or a smear, was actually a faint heart. Very small, unassuming, almost transparent as a light fog fills the atmosphere – yet there it is….. a reminder that love is not always perfect, but it is always a part of our lives if we will look to see it.
Today I am filled with gratitude for each one of you Ohana. I am grateful for the memories of our past, and those that we will continue to make tomorrow. Take time to look for the extraordinary in the ordinary moments, and if it is difficult to ‘see’, perhaps it is because it is up to you to initiate those moments.
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