Be Like the Rain

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"Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does."

~William James

The rain was falling gently and cooling off the hot summer day. I was thankful for its presence, and the trees, flowers and other plants were benefiting from its nourishing effect.

This gentle rain was a giver. It asked nothing in return. Yet everything growing in the soil would flourish because of its nourishing power.

It made me wonder . . .

Do I have a nourishing impact on those I come into contact with?

Do I freely share my gifts to help others flourish?

Do I do so with no expectations of a return?

How can I become like the rain? How can I provide a gentle, nourishing strength?

Take the time to be like the rain . . . a gentle, yet nourishing presence in the lives of others.