Today in my morning meditation and journaling, I gave thanks for people like Martin Luther King Jr. so it is fitting to express gratitude for the amazing life he lived and the example he set for all of us of how one person can make a difference in the world. He stood up for what he believed with unwavering courage. He conducted himself with integrity and honor even when those around him did not. He didn’t fight back in anger or use violence, even though at times it may have seemed justified if he had. He instead chose to lead from a place of love and tolerance and respect for all. This is one man who changed the world for the better. He left behind an example for every one of us that one person, just one person can make a difference. I hope and pray this coming week will be a peaceful one. I am glad a day has been set aside to honor Martin Jr. King Jr. and his legacy. May we all recognize our own ability to change this world for the better and may we all desire to use our “power of one” to do just that.
“Everybody can be great…because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to serve. You don’t have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.” Martin Luther King, Jr. (I guess you can say that I am a big fan of MLK Jr.)
THE POWER OF ONE
One song can spark a moment
One flower can wake the dream
One tree can start a forest
One bird can herald spring
One smile begins a friendship
One handclasp lifts a soul
One star can guide a ship at sea
One word can frame the goal
One vote can change a nation
One sunbeam lights a room
One candle wipes out darkness
One laugh will conquer gloom
One step must start each journey
One word must start each prayer
One hope will raise our spirits
One touch can show you care
One voice can speak with wisdom
One heart can know what’s true
One life can make the difference
You see, it’s up to you!!
(Author Unknown)
Have a wonderful week everyone!
Love,
Vero
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