People

I was waiting in line at a convenience store today. I could not help but overhear much of the conversation between the store clerk and the customer in front of me. What made me listen a little closer was a comment from the female store clerk. She said to the customer ahead of me that she works three jobs. She said she has four kids at home who she is raising by herself. I looked at her face at that point. I said a prayer for her that she would be blessed and have the strength and wisdom and patience to successfully raise her kids. I have a deep respect for moms who work at jobs outside the home, especially single working moms. We talk to, sit with, work beside and walk past people every day. Many times we have no clue what they are going through. Take a minute real soon to connect with someone. When you ask "How are you doing?" really mean it, and find out how they are doing. How much time could it take? Maybe two minutes. You can afford that much time because the difference could change multiple lives. Today's Winning Thought: Focus on people and principals. Encourage and inspire.