When I look back over my life I am so grateful to those that passed on words of encouragment. They helped me get through some rough times, gave me courage to try new things, believed in me when I was unable to believe in myself, and gave me so many other gifts. I owe my life to some of these people.
I think that this world would be so much a better place if we all could encourage rather than discourage each other. This is something I choose to work on changing in myself. I want to be the encourager, to be the positive in peoples life rather than drag them down.
It is my goal to give that back to others since it was so freely given to me.
Thank you, each of you who have provided encouragment and hope here at SR. You make a bigger difference to people than you can ever realize.