I too can’t help but smile, when I see my 10,000 Smiles Project. Sometimes I receive forced smiles but later that individual really does smile or I believe subconsciously their mood is a little bit brighter. Sometimes I go out on the project not in the sunniest of moods and by the end of the smile hunt my mood is boosted. I learned recently that the 10,000 Smiles Project is making a difference in this world. I heard through the grape vine from a person I had taken a picture from in the past, their friend too got their picture taken. This person raved to their friend that they felt loved and valued. To that individual, if you see this post, thank you for your encouragement.
Savor Every Sensation
I just finished reading this incredible autobiography called Beautiful by Katie Piper that I highly recommend. Below is an thoughtshot from her after many of her surgeries and during the time she was recovering.
‘Everyone should have access to this kind of treatment,’ I thought as I sat on a bench outside the clinic. Everybody with burns deserved special support to help them get back into society. Leaves rustled overhead, and I closed my eyes as I listened to the larks sing. The sun felt warm on my face, and I inhaled the fragrance of freshly cut grass and summer flowers. Lounging there underneath a willow tree, I savoured every sensation. Before the attack, I never would have pressed pause on my hectic existence – never would have stopped to smell the roses.’
(p. 242).Click here to learn about the Katie Piper Foundation’s mission and here if you would like to donate.
All this to say ‘stop and smell the roses’, smile and appreciate what you take for granted. Smile at the littlest of moments. If you are a regular follower of this project thank you for your support and I pray that it too is bringing you joy seeing others smile. Please share the love with your friends and family to brighten their days too. You can participate in this 10,000 Smiles Project by voting for your favorite smile below.
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