It’s been a quiet evening of reading and listening to music. Perhaps a little too quiet – made me a little introspective.<\/p>\n
A few weeks ago, I had dinner with some friends – and friends-of-friends – and met someone new. The guy was from New York, but had spent the last few months traveling around the country to visit baseball fields. Yes, really. \u00a0A former lawyer, he had traveled all over the world – and he somewhat dominated the conversation. I ate my simple meal, folded a small paper box, and listened – since I kinda didn’t really have an option otherwise.<\/p>\n
And I felt… small. This guy had traveled all over the planet. Visited exotic locations and met people from all walks of life. All kinds of adventures and a type of courage that bordered on… well… a little crazy.<\/p>\n
I’ve been to Canada. Once. And once to Vegas – which nearly counts as another country.<\/p>\n
He had stories of strange food and interesting people, of wild car rides and exotic company.<\/p>\n
Not boasting, I guess, just really intent on telling his stories.<\/p>\n
And the canvas of my life and adventures felt pretty small. I haven’t traveled the world, my circle of friends is small, and my adventures – such as they are – are pretty tame.<\/p>\n
It was starting to wear me down a bit, but then the server noted the little paper person I had folded and lit up. We gave it to her and she was delighted.<\/p>\n
Maybe a little thing – but it mattered. I always have paper with me and I’ve given away hundreds – perhaps thousands – of little people, birds, flowers, and dragons. There is a wonder with these small paper creations and it’s pretty amazing to watch someone’s eyes light up. \u00a0Especially little kids and seniors.<\/p>\n
Rarely do the things I do have a huge or lasting impact – I guess. But, for just a few moments, I can make things a little bit better for the people around me. \u00a0And I think that’s worth something.<\/p>\n
The canvas of my life may be small, but there surprising bursts of color.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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