Shine

So, I have a dilemma ...

I came across THE SHINE PROJECT a few weeks ago and I fell in love with the concept.

I ordered a necklace for myself

I got necklaces for each of my girls and gave them a challenge to find someone to give the second necklace to.

I honestly read the weekly challenges and look for opportunities to bring a little sunshine into the lives of others.

Now, Miss Ashley wants me to share ...

The letter I wrote to my girls about this project

The story of each person they gave a necklace to and how it turned out

Specific things we do during the week to SHINE.

I'm not sure Miss Ashley got the memo ...

I really don't talk about this kind of stuff .. it makes me feel awkward.

I work behind the scenes .. nice and quiet .. without a spotlight.

Frankly, there are people in my ward that I would never want to be assigned as their Visiting Teacher because I would never want anything I do for them to fall under an "obligation" umbrella.

I love doing things for others and I never feel closer to the Lord than in those moments.

Miss Ashley says that sharing helps to inspire others.

I say that sharing takes away from the moment .. and makes me feel like my motivations are now about being recognized ... and not just about spreading a little sunshine.