It was so nice when Tim and I had the pool to ourselves recently. As I watched him swim, I noticed the ripples swell and shift across the entire pool. Later, I watched as the pool became very still...quiet...peaceful...and uninterrupted. I gently placed my feet into the water and noticed the soft sway of motion. Again I waited for the water to become calm. Although I knew what would happen, I had to compare results...and began frantically kicking. The water did not disappoint. Harsh ripples immediately scattered throughout the pool, which seemed to take much longer to dissipate.
I began to think...isn't life much like that? Whatever our decisions, actions and behavior involve...affects countless others. How we treat each another makes a significant difference! If we are gentle, kind, respectful, loving, patient and selfless, the soft ripples may be welcomed blessings for others. Yet approaching others with harshness, disrespect, selfishness, neglect and insensitivity...will produce painful ripples...and destruction...often permanently.
How we treat others is extremely important...much more than we may ever realize. The "ripple effect" of our words, actions, choices and behavior are unprecedented. We never know what another person feels, thinks, experiences or considers at any moment. Never. May our choices reflect the love and compassion of God...above all.♥~thl ...Romans 12: 9>18
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