Day 4: Making the Time to Reach Out to Others Matters

As I watched the news about the earthquake in Chili, there was a message broadcasted about warnings to other parts of the world like Hawaii.  I empathized with those who didn't know how family and friends are making out or those who lost a loved one who they had not talked to in a long time.

I  thought about a friend's daughter who also is one of my adopted nieces. She joined the military this past year, and there are times we've texted each other to catch up on how she is doing. I have not reached out or talked to her in two months, although in my mind I had intended to send her a card  but never got around to it. When I called her number, it was disconnected. Now, I'm thinking about out last conversation and it makes me sad.

As I watched the news, I also reflected on others who I have not gotten around to contacting as I have been caught up in my own life race. Another friend died a few weeks ago. The week before he died, I had thought of him, and told myself I would stop by but, again,I never got around to it.

I imagine there are those who watched the updates on the earthquake in Haiti, the earthquake in Chili, or even the flood in New Orleans, who never got around to contacting someone they had thought of but may never see again.

Lesson 4 in Everday Like It Matters: Get around to reach out to the people who matter to you in your life.

Do this especially if there is someone you have thought of or have not seen in a long time. Follow your gut if you feel led to talk to or visit someone. It may just make a difference to not only the person but to you  if something were to happen. It may not require anymore than sending a card or making a call.