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Paige Michele Sargent's avatar

What a beautiful and inspiring story to read on this sunny morning. Thank you for the reminder that we can choose to be the light at any time. Love this invitation to find joyful ways to cultivate more love and kindness in our lives!

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Lee Sumner Irwin's avatar

Im smiling as I read your words, Paige🥰 You are such a bright light in my life! Keep radiating your special love light🌟 As Mary Oliver writes , “Watch now, how I start the day in happiness, in kindness.”

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Kathryn Woodson Barr's avatar

Beautifully written! And what a great reminder! I once witnessed two little boys playing souvenir drums in the airport. I found the kids and their “music” charming, but that’s who am I am - a more cowbell kind of gal. But I was surprised to see so many people smiling at the noisy boys in a place that begs for anonymity and unobtrusive conduct. I was encouraged by all those amused - or at least tolerant - humans!

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Lee Sumner Irwin's avatar

I love your reflection, Kathryn. Cowbell gal, indeed! Children are masterful at shaking things loose and inviting us to let down our carefully constructed 'walls'.

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Michele Shields's avatar

My first read of the day. What a great experience, Lee. Thanks for sharing. You are always the light in my life ❤️

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Lee Sumner Irwin's avatar

Thanks for letting me be part of your morning, Michele🔆 Your gift for connecting with “strangers” inspires me to break out of my bubble!

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Elizabeth Sherpa's avatar

What a fun story, Lee! Such great details- I can really feel the shift that happened at that gate!! What a great teaching- that in any moment we can choose to be the light!

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Lee Sumner Irwin's avatar

Thanks, Elizabeth! You’re right…the energy shift was palpable. That gate agent taught me a lesson I won’t forget. I only wish I had thanked him that night. Maybe one day I can!

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Jose' Angarita II's avatar

What a wonderful note. Thank you Lee. ✌️❤️🕯️

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Bill McKnight's avatar

Such an awesome story! I feel such positive vibes and appreciate your sharing.

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Lee Sumner Irwin's avatar

I’m happy you picked up the vibe, Bill! Thanks for sharing your appreciation🔆

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A Little Bit of This and That's avatar

What a beautiful story. We have all been stuck in an airport full of fatigue and despair. Your delay took such a delightful turn. Thanks for sharing such light and joy. Such a good reminder of our common humanity.

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Lee Sumner Irwin's avatar

Your words mean the world to me! Thank you for writing to let me know how it resonated with you. We *are* better together!

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Denise Bryant's avatar

As usual, you are the light I need in my day. Thank you for this gentle reminder that we ALL have the light inside.

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Lee Sumner Irwin's avatar

Thank you for taking time to let me know, Denise!🌷Keep shining your brilliant light - the world needs it more than ever✨

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