Being Kind is Free.
Be kind to everyone around you. Remember that old line that everyone is fighting their own battles that we know nothing about? It's absolutely true.
Yesterday I saw one of my neighbours that I do not know struggling with a shit rusty saw trying to saw tree branches off. I glanced over at my backup chainsaw and wondered for a second why I need a backup chainsaw. He needed just ONE chainsaw. So I walked over, with the chainsaw and all its kit, and handed it to him. Then showed him how to use it.
I expect no praise for this, I do however hope that we can all change one life that we have the ability to, be it a strangers life, or someone we know.....just a little bit even, by passing on things we don't need as much as they do.
By passing on love and care, as well as empathy, so that others can feel more seen, more heard, and gain more faith in human nature.
Oh, and here’s a shot I took of my favourite tiki hut in La Jolla, San Diego CA USA about 5 years ago. This was the subject of the second print I ever sold 10 years ago. It holds a special place in my heart.
Much love.
MPA