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Jeannie Ewing's avatar

Anne, wow. This is a powerful story. Truly a testament of authentic community, from the help in finding a tent to setting it up to covering your books and...

I love that you handed out affirmations to people, which sounds a lot like the kindness movement my daughter Sarah and I are trying to resurrect in our own community.

But the gift of that prophetic word from the wise man to you! It was so intimate, so personal.

Your story reminds me that we never truly know the impact of our words or behavior. Sometimes they linger for years, maybe a lifetime. And that's why I try to be intentional in selecting what I say and write.

May each of us err on the side of kindness. Always.

Chicago Story Press's avatar

Thank you, Jeannie! I agree--we have no idea how much of an impact we can have on others--good or bad. And this day showed me so much. I felt it inside myself and the many words and deeds of those around me made me feel like I was exactly where I was supposed to be and that the world is a good place.

Jeannie Ewing's avatar

Yes! I love those moments where we know we are exactly where we’re meant to be. They are like little divine nudges. :)