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Dec 8, 2014

"Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy." ---Thich Nhat Hanh-

Let a Smile Be Your Umbrella

It was a cold rain, as author Kristi Jo Jedlicki made her way to the homeless shelter where she worked. While struggling to keep her umbrella from blowing away, she noticed an old friend standing by the doorway - his eyes gleaming with a soul filling joy, and in spite of the dreadful rain. When asked, he said simply "Waiting for you, of course. I had to see how my friend was doing and to make sure your day got off to a good start." It's when we act selflessly for the benefit of others, that our heart may truly begin to smile. Read more to learn how kindness can change the world.