We made a trip to Walnut Creek to look at some possible housing options. May as well stop at Sam's Club to have a hot dog while we are nearby. As we are waiting in line, a woman approaches us and she seems excited. She asked us if we would mind talking with her as she has a sister who had recently become quadriplegic. She was excited to see us out in the world. She was curious about how we had gotten out and why we seemed so happy. We were glad to speak with her. She told us that it would be great if we could meet and/or talk with her sister. Perhaps it might create some hope for the future. We did call and spoke with the sister as well as the mom. It was such a blessing for us to get out of ourselves and remember that things have improved so much during the year. We hope to make a visit real soon and to keep in mind how much things have changed in the last year and a half. A friend called me recently and reminded me that when you let someone help you, you are actually giving them something. This was absolutely the case when this woman approached us. She gave us a very powerful gift by helping us to remember that we are not alone and that we are all connected.
I will remember to reach out to others and to accept the blessings that have been given to me so abundantly.
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