Sharing

We share with others. Unbeknownst or not, we share time, presence, space with others. That is automatic. We share space on the roadways, in the elevators, in the halls, in offices and stores. In classrooms, too, and libraries, hospitals and institutions far and wide.


That sharing is a physical reality.


But other realities are not physical. They are intentional, caring, thoughtful and mission oriented. That takes presence of mind and a willingness to share.


Some people are aware of others and their needs: the lame and halt elder struggling to get in or out of a car, or with a heavy door into a building; or the same elder as she strives to rise from her seat in a restaurant and wend her way out through the congestion of the eatery. Strangers come to her aid. They lend a hand to open the door, hold the chair, help with donning her coat, whatever. They note her need and share their abilities with her.


A retired person shares his or her knowledge with another person in a program of strangers seeking to improve their business or start a new one. Sharing experience from one generation to the next helps smooth the way and make for better success.


Teaching a child the logic of math and science is a way to help youth understand themselves in a world of possibility. It is not the fact of math or science that is important, but that those disciplines exist to manage their journey through life and make the most of their opportunities. In the doing of this, they help themselves and the rest of humanity, too. What a reward for an investment in kids!


Sharing helped make me who I am at this very moment. Others gave me that gift. I do the same; not to repay, but to experience the thrill of giving. It is so easy. It means so much. To everyone – the giver and the receiver.


There is no season for sharing. Although we are approaching Thanksgiving, the season for sharing is now and always. Thanksgiving is a holiday that reminds us to recall the importance of the good in our lives. We all have good in our lives, even those in the depth of loss, depression and need. It sounds counterintuitive, but that statement is true. From the depths of despair come the fruits of happiness.

Without the one the other is not fully known.


Share what you know. Share what others give you. Share yourself.


You will surely receive an amazing gift.


November 13, 2019