The other day I had the privilege of performing with my ukulele friends for a Senior Citizens Luncheon. A lovely event, with the best food. Don't know that I have ever had Filet Mignon for lunch before, but hey, that with Roast Turkey, Baked Ham and all the perfect side dishes, was an incredible way to spend a few hours away from work. Yes, I blew off a few hours of work to entertain this group at their ceremonial luncheon to swear in the new officers. And I certainly wasn't leaving without dessert, even though I did have to take it on the run to get back to work before my coverage expired.
Anyway, on my way out the door carrying my Martin C1K Ukulele on my back, a lady sitting all alone by the door motioned for me to come to her. I always love to engage the elderly, for they are full of wisdom and some wonderful stories of days long ago.
As I approached this woman, she reached out her hand to say, "You are beautiful. And not only on the outside. There is a special beauty that comes from within you that radiates and shines. It makes me smile!"
Well, I asked her name, told her mine, as we shook hands. But I could not leave there without giving her a hug and telling her how much that meant to me. Her words to me made my whole day!
Now here I am always happy to be giving of myself to bring joy to others. It's who I am, it's what I do. We go out regularly and strum the ukulele at the hospital, and we do the nursing home circuit, as well as other venues, and I absolutely love it. And I love it because what I witness first hand by doing something so simple as strumming and singing for these folks, makes this little light of mine shine even brighter. Some of these residents just come to life and sing their hearts out at the first strum of Five Foot Two, or Bill Bailey. Those who can get up and boogie, do so, and I for one, am not one to just stand still as I strum Let's Twist Again. I am still trying to figure out how to strum and do the twist at the same time!
Anyway, I will continue to spread joy, to bring smiles, to radiate my true light from the depths of my soul, because that is its true purpose. It was given to me so that I can share it, in hopes that someone out there in darkness will see the light, and know they are not alone. I am blessed!
I will conclude with a little strum of...
This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine
This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine
This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine!!!
Hi Vicki! Thank you for including a photo of your ukelele group. What fun to make music together! How kind of that woman to tell you how beautiful you are, inside and out. We need that confirmation, and don't always get it.
ReplyDeleteI think your desire to continue to spread that light is right on target. It's what we were meant to do! You have a wonderful spirit, and I think the world needs you.
Have a wonderful weekend,
Ceil
Oh Ceil, I recently questioned myself, wondering in all the turmoil and chaos that we hear day in and day out, what can I do to make a difference? I am just one person. That I made a difference this day, confirmed God's blessing to me. And I will continue to radiate this Holy Spirit that is within me to others....if it takes one person at a time, so be it! For I am One! Aloha!
DeleteThat's so nicely written. Thanks. When I was a teenager I was playing als ukelele. I like it. I love what you have written about that woman and what she say to you.
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Perhaps you should pick up the ukulele again and strum along with me to spread joy! That lovely woman, made my whole day...Thanks for stopping by! Aloha!
DeleteHow lovely to be able to play the ukulele! It's such a happy sound. Thankyou for your sweet comment on my blog, it's lovely to 'meet' you here!
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Thanks for stopping by, Jess. Lovely to meet you too, here in blogland! Aloha!
DeleteHi Vicki, This sure is a sweet post. It sounds to me like not only are you blessed, but you are a blessing to others as well. Thank you for your kind comment recently on my blog. Please stop by again. Best regards from Seattle!
ReplyDeleteWell thank you John. If I can just touch one soul with my spirit, as often as I can, and make a difference in their life, then I'm happy. Glad you stopped by. See ya soon! Aloha!
DeleteBless you for doing the nursing home circuit! My Mom's in a nursing home and I know how excited they get to have someone entertaining come to break the otherwise steady monotony of their days. It's a big event!
ReplyDeleteAnd the best part, we do it all for free...the best way to give...freely! The rewards for us are much greater than what give.
DeleteThanks for stopping by. Aloha.
As long as I've known you, you have been a joyful giver and a grateful receiver. You do shine!
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