People, not things, matter (no matter where you call home!)

I just came across this fantastic blog post by @LatinAmerExpats  on Twitter: ” Walking away from consumerism to live more simply http://ht.ly/2Bjx2 ”

Here’s the skinny: Move away from the gadgets and connect with people. Exchange what you have to offer: offer to teach something in exchange for vegetables from a private garden. What you have to offer from the heart and skills is perhaps more valuable than cash. Good concept to remember as most of us, no matter where we call home, are having a difficult time of it financially.

May we also try to be thoughtful and kind to one another. Life is often a difficult journey with many winding roads. It can be frustrating, confusing and painful along with all the good stuff. We can help make everyone’s journey a little better by the way we approach difficulties. Lend a hand or ear or a smile, and you’ll generally find an abundance of these things available to you in return when you’re in need. A heart-felt smile is a beautiful gift.

Be the lone smile. Create an epidemic of smiles!