"Pay it forward..."

"Pay it forward..."


Have you honestly ever really helped others out in a time of their desperation? Such as at the grocery store, the gas station, the restaurant? I have been given moments from people I don't even know that have helped me, such as paid for my gas when I couldn't get my card to work, or paid for portion of my groceries when I have been in the time of need, and I even had someone (I didn't know) pay for a smoothy I got at church last weekend.




There we go these individuals still show what humanity is all about by helping others. Therefore are we nudged to "pay it forward". Some people may not think so, but I do truly believe as humans that God has placed on this earth that we should "pay it forward" when we can. And I don't always mean financially. It can be little gifts.




I have let people get in front of me in line at the grocery store because they may only have a couple of items and I have a cart full. Or I have given the go ahead for a vehicle even though I am on the time clock to get somewhere (don't we all seem to be). I have given to others in small tokens of kindness.




This is really what the real world needs. "Paying it forward" does not always mean financially.


A mother with several kids who is struggling at the store, all she wants is a smile or a kind comment. It's not like we want to steal her kids, lord knows I already raised mine. But showing kindness has become something no one seems to do anymore. We all just muddle our way thru life waiting for whatever it is we are doing.


I have often wondered where all the vehicles on the road are going? Do they not work, do they not stay home, but I guess they must wonder why I am on the road also. Some show road rage and yet, it is a kind hearted individual who lets you in front of them, lets be honest we will still get to our destination just as soon as we anticipated. "Pay it forward"


But its not just strangers that you can "pay it forward" to. When was the last time, you complimented a friend or family member for anything. When was the last time you made a phone call instead of a text? When was the last time you actually mailed out a card or letter instead of an email.