Since the time Noah has been born, Sal has taken him to trader joes to get me flowers when I'm away.
Typically when I'm at retreats, conferences or bible study. It's carried on to Caleb and now they ask their daddy to take them to only Trader Joes so they can pick their bunches.
They love to go pick them out and carry their bunches to the register. Last night was no different. They each got their bunch went to the register and handed the lady their flowers. She took them and said with much enthusiasm " these are the best flowers in the whole shop. You picked the best ones. " that's it 14 words with a little smile.
I got home last night and the boys were alseep , and my flowers on the table. As I woke up this morning it was the typical, roll over to find them both buried in my blankets with the usual three puppies that follow their master Caleb.
"Mommy did you see your flowers? The lady said they were the best in the shop. We picked the best flowers."
He was so excited. He looked accomplished and felt special that they picked the "best" flowers. This morning he must have told at least two different people that he picked the best flowers in the shop.
I doubt the lady at the store has thought about the two little boys who bought their mom flowers. But my lil guy continues to beam everything he thinks about the best flowers he picked. I'm grateful for those 14 little words of encouragement to my boys.
I'm often amazed at the reaction I get when I ask those taking my order or ringing me up how their day is going. Engaging in conversation with them, letting them know that they matter and not just offering a service.
Our words matter. Our encouraging words matter more. May we not be to busy to take the time to encouraging others and reach out to others with simple words.
Most of us have no problem talking to much, might as well use it for good!
