Day 13 - Happy Notes

The older I get, the more I have come to realize that you can never judge a book by its cover. I’ve come to understand that some of the happiest people are some of the loneliest people. Some of the “coolest” people are really the most insecure. And yes, even some of the cranky/crusty people can end up being the nicest. What I have also come to realize is that EVERY SINGLE PERSON in this world is dealing with something they would rather not deal with at some point in their life. Poor health, money woes, weight struggles, relationship issues, death of a loved one, etc. etc.  I have always been the kind of person to offer a “hello” or head nod, a smile or a wave even though I don’t always have these actions reciprocated which can be tough but I try to remind myself that I don’t know what that person has going on and it still feels good for me to be the way I am.

For today’s intention, I have decided  to find a cute little way to spread some joy and hopefully just when someone needs it – they will be touched. I picked up some baby blue sticky notes from the dollar store. Then, Vinny and I went to our local Barnes & Noble. We sat down at the Starbucks located inside the bookstore and I proceeded to write out what I’d like to call, “Notes of Love”. Just quick little notes that I would place inside random books.

My intention is that while someone is busy reading their new book, they will turn the page and stumble upon a note I wrote advising them that: "You have a wonderful smile and should use it more often” or "You are a valuable person" or that “You are truly special to someone” and it will truly brighten their day. Being that I am an avid reader and love to sit in bookstores for what can end up hours, I would personally love to find a note like that in a book I've chosen. Who knows, maybe someone going through the loss of a loved one will find a note I've left, maybe even find themselves smiling for a moment, never being the wiser that the note was put there from someone that is grieving as well.

I miss you Heather.