Leave the light on for me.
Open up the door.
I may not have much.
But what I have is yours… 
Today I was presented with a couple of different scenarios.
I had heard through the grapevine that a local food pantry had empty shelves, so while I tried to help spread the word on this immediate need, I also called to set up a time to meet with our donation. (They are not open every day) The sweet lady who founded Neighbors in Need called me back promptly. She is always so grateful for donations. She shared that she is getting about five new families per week that need help, and how more seniors are in need of assistance with food in order to continue to afford their prescriptions. To be put in a place to decided between meds or food…. to stand in a line for needed groceries….. to swallow your pride in order to survive. I have never been in this situation, and that is why we gladly give. It is why I appreciate Tiffany’s heart and ministry. No judging. Not on the part of those in need….and not on the part of those who have and need a little reminder to help. ♥
I also had clothing and some household goods to share today. Good stuff. I had heard promising reviews about another local place and tried to call a few times to see if items were needed. I finally gave up and just showed up, asking if they were accepting donations. No electronics or TV’s, she said. Oh…and I don’t take furniture. As much as I wanted to just drive away after her unfriendly reception….. I still left my items there. She never said a kind word, didn’t make eye contact, and would not engage in conversation. Frankly, I think she could have cared less that I even showed up at all. But I still gave in good faith….reminding myself of what I often share with you…. Be kind to others, you never know what they may be going through.
Now. That said? I probably won’t go back to the second place with my future donations! My point today is…. how are you received by others? A smile or a kind word could make all the difference, not only in a simple conversation, but in your day, their day….and in what your future might hold.
Leave the light on for me.
Open up the door.
I may not have much.
But what I have is yours.
Be Nice to People……
stuff i tell my sister 