In Guatemala, many languages are spoken, but guess what? English is not the main one. ;) I tell you though...hugs, love, and smiles are!! Surrounding myself with folks that I couldn't truly talk to was way out of my comfort zone. God calls us out of our comfy bubble though, doesn’t He? Our first morning on the work site as soon as we get there, I greeted those kiddos with smiles, love, and hugs. It was obvious that they knew right away that we were there to help them! Was priceless! Those sweet munchkins and I exchanged hugs, smiles, and love the whole week! Again, priceless and hard to put into words.
Isn't it crazy to think how often in our every day lives how smiles can make someone's day? Not everybody is a hugger, but those of us who are, isn't it cool how a simple hug can let someone know you care and things are going to be ok? Love...I think that can be the trickiest some times. Yet God loves us so much He gave His only son. (John 3:16) The least we can do is go love each other, even when it's hard or maybe even inconvenient.
Love, hugs, and smiles can go a long way... Have you told someone today that you love them? Did you exchange a hug with anybody? Have you smiled at someone who was initially frowning and actually a gotten a smile in return?
