Pay It Forward

Apparently, this is a title of a movie which I have yet to see... (Side-note I may give in to seeing
Twilight). For those of you who are screaming with joy at the thought, (Nikki) the only reason I am considering it is because I have been told by many who have seen the flick that it is more of a "love story" then just a focus on vampires- which sounds like the stupidest thing EVER. Though I may seem too cynical for love, I do appreciate love and I believe it is out there...even for me (gasp!) But back to Paying It Forward: This concept is such an important one because it allows us to put others before ourselves. It really is a challenge and a triumph of the human spirit when we "Pay It Forward". Let me explain...

Paying It Forward is basically doing something kind for someone else. If you were to help the little old lady across the street with her groceries that would be Paying It Forward. If you were to open the door for a crowd or even a single person, that would be Paying It Forward. Things like simple smiles as you walk past a person, giving a thoughtful gift to someone, sacrificing your time to help another in need....the list goes on. You get the idea yes?

To me, Paying It Forward is not only rewarding for the receiver, it is also rewarding to the giver. It helps instill a selfless mindset and is a wonderful representation of love... Love is KIND. Paying It Forward says to others that they are valued and important. I hope that we all will Pay It Forward in the coming days. I hope that it becomes contagious as others pick up on the thought behind it. In no way do we need to declare what we are doing, because I hope our actions alone will speak for themselves.

So, dear friends... Be kind, watch the movie for inspiration, and learn to Pay It Forward!