Living a life brightly.

It’s Friendship Friday! This is the day to focus on giving back or paying it forward.

Have you ever noticed how you can walk into a room and you can sense that the mood is light or that it has a bit of a gloomy tone? I have. I have also wondered if I am adding to that mood by being there.

I had one particular social gathering that I walked in and I just knew something was off or wrong. No one would say anything but you could just sense it. So I walked in with a smile and was determined to bring light into that event. Every encounter I pointed out the silver lining. Every brush with someone was met with a smile. And by the end of the night the room’s heaviness had diminished. I am sure there was more than just me trying to brighten things, but I want to think that I may have helped to a certain extent.

This is where this is all leading. I have a point. Do not be afraid to be the light in that room. You will not shorten your existence by shining brightly. But that darkened room will be a little less overwhelming with more light. Share your light and make an impact.

“Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.” – Buddha

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂