…and sometimes a smile is all that we need #1000speak #Compassion

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Compassion comes in many forms and at times just the smallest thing – a glance or a smile can mean more than the grand gesture.

I was away and not able to participate in the May 20th #1000speak and due to some unplanned/unforeseen issues going on at the moment, I thought I wouldn’t have the opportunity to participate this time around…..

Then I saw this post from a friend of mine and it made me smile. It made me smile each and every time I read it and on a day when I really needed a smile.

It always seems to be those little things, the things that no one thinks about – that no one else might even notice that can just make your whole day brighter.

Below is a post from my friend, Cedar. Her son, Colin has autism, like DC, but he is much younger.  When we are used to and dread the same reactions from people day after day when we are out in public with our children, it is wonderful to see something different and positive once in awhile. On a day that she was experiencing all of those negative vibes from people in a waiting room, this small thing, meant the world to her.

DC is 24, so we really don’t get those “bratty kid” stares or comments from people anymore – not to say we still don’t get stares, we do, but not that kind. It is obvious now that he is an adult that he is not just a “spoiled brat” that I can’t control. Her son is younger. It is not that obvious, so she has to deal with those judging comments and stares everyday.

“You Are My Angel Today”

                                 –  Post by Cedar

Describing the photo:

My son Colin had an appointment to have blood work done. He had to fast before- hand so you can imagine how loud this waiting room was. He is barefoot because he threw his shoes at the receptionist.

BUT!!! I want to find this cute elderly man in the corner. He could have been mean and glared at us like everyone else, but he got up and got that chair for Colin because Colin wanted to sit by him.

Do you see that smile? It never left that man’s face.

So kind Sir, I want to hug you, I want to have you over for dinner, I want to hear your stories, but mostly, I want to thank you again for making me feel like a regular mom. You are my angel today. Thank you.

I did get the chance to give him a hug. I was crying, but I hugged him and thanked him. He was so sweet. It seemed like he needed the hug and he thanked me for letting him play with Colin. He said his grand kids live far away and are older now. I wish I had gotten his number. I emailed the doctor later and asked if they knew who he was and if they would give him my number. I hope they will. What a sweetie.

They are few and far between; but it is the moments like this that help me to keep believing in people. ~ Cedar

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1000speakpageFrom: #1000speak Blog:

Bloggers from all over the world are coming together to talk about compassion on the 20th of each month.  The 1000 Voices Speak for Compassion movement was born when blogger and author Yvonne Spence organized over 1000 bloggers to post about compassion in one epic event on February 20, 2015.  The response was so great that it was decided to continue the #1000Speak project on a monthly basis, with a different topic each month.

Add your voice: #1000speak Facebook Group and #1000speak Facebook Page

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35 thoughts on “…and sometimes a smile is all that we need #1000speak #Compassion”

  7. Such a wonderful example that man set! He chose compassion and took the high road. I hope the others in the waiting room saw and took note of what he did. Compassion! That’s how it’s done folks! 🙂 Beautiful and thank you so much for sharing this wonderful story!

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  8. Don’t you just love those people that reach out and touch your heart like that. When they love your child…even for an instant. My kids are in a league all of their own and are at least “rambunctious”. I have a severe chronic illness and they flare up. We bought a car yesterday and while we were filling out the paperwork, the sales guy was keeping them occupied and gave them helium balloons. They were inhaling the gas and making silly voices and I could feel myself stress but he had them in hand and they had fun and he had our respect. He was a lovely guy from a country with younger siblings and knew how to handle kids. I will; be spreading his card far and wide. So often I stay away from the shops and those judgemental slaes people miss the sale.
    You might enjoy my post for #1000speak.https://wordpress.com/post/35828219/7817/ Misunderstood: When Kids Hurt.
    Love and blessings, Rowena

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  9. There needs to be more people like that in the world and I need to remember to be one of them 🙂 I sincerely think sharing stories like this helps others remember to find and share their kindness.

    Such a great story – thank you for sharing!

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  10. I have been the recipient of those kinds of smiles even though my daughter has no issues other than she is spoiled and has a mild form of ADHD. I have found myself giving them more and more to others because they help me so much. Smiles can do so much for another.

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