"Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life's coming attractions."
- Albert Einstein

I went to lunch with a friend today. We've been keeping a standing date to meet once a week, share fun stories and eat good food. I realize how much I love my friends and am so grateful for all of them in my life; each one has a special place in my heart. True friends listen to your moans and groans when you're down as well as your crazy tales from the past without judgement. They jump into help when you need it in an instant, never asking for anything in return. How did I get so lucky to have these people in my life?

I've realized that the people you need the most at any point in your life are there if you just open your eyes. That voice inside guides us to connect with those individuals that can help us along on our journey. A friend said something to me not long ago that I have heard repeated many times in the last few weeks... I felt this person had helped to ignite the creative spark in my life that had been dormant for so long...

"Light is reflected. If me being here was a mirror to what and who you are, I can't take any credit."

We are all the same. We recognize in others what exists in ourselves. We are all our own creators. When we give to others (our attention, knowledge, laughter, love) we give to ourselves. This person was right... we see the reflection of ourselves in everyone we come in contact with. No one can take credit for me recognizing what was already inside but they can take credit for encouraging me to play and join in the fun and games of life. We are all on our own paths but I think our true purpose is to connect with each other. Sometimes the encounter is so brief we may never know the impact we've made on someone else. Some of us are lucky to experience the connection long enough to remember and do the same for others. I really am one of the lucky ones!

As always,
TOO