Living for the moment

Yeah, I know it's been a while...But its a new blog, so appreciate it (cuz I'm appreciating just writing it!). I'm in a real good mood tonight, which is a rarity after just getting off work (@ the Soopers). There is one thought that gets me through tough days at work; The time I spend at work is what I make of it, the fact that I'm at work won't change, so might as well make the best of it. In extension, I believe this is true in life. You may not always appreciate things, or take things for granted, but things can only be as good as YOU make them! So make them the best they can be!

A new experience I have gone through since working at the Boulder King Soopers is dealing with homeless people on a daily basis (to the point of name recognition). Through the lingering odor and lack of hygiene, you can usually find extremely courteous and friendly people, simply without a place to live. I'm aware the majority of these people have mental or substance abuse issues...but one thing they all share is a general appreciation for being around others. Being homeless means a lot of lonely nights, which may be the reason they go out of their way to be friendly to everyone (either that, or they want your spare change!).

The entire reason I mentioned this is because homeless people genuinely appreciate every moment they have around other people, because they don't have to face their problems in quiet, lonely despair. In dealing with them, I thought I need to genuinely appreciate every moment I spend with others, no matter who they are. On my deathbed, I believe the only thing that really matters is how meaningful the relationships you have with other people are. It would be cool leaving this earth, with no regrets about the time you've spent with others, but proud of what you've done with your life.

Thanks,
-Shaun H.