Coming home from the ophthalmologist earlier in the week, the car in front of us had two interesting bumper stickers I could read even though one of my eyes was fully dilated. One had a cross like the one at Calvary and it said “I’ve got a guy for that.” My mind immediately started racing. A guy for love…peace…forgiveness…eternal life…hope…
I had never seen that bumper sticker before and thought it was wonderful.
Another car passed with a tie-dyed bumper sticker saying “Choose Kindness” and a third car sported the “Do Random Acts of Kindness” sticker. I’ve seen those before and agree with their sentiments.
The second sticker on the first car said, “I hope something good happens to you today.” What a loving message to deliver to the stranger in the car behind him. It made me hope the driver who shared that sentiment was showered in all the best things, not only that day, but always.
After bumper stickers that threaten or belittle or simply spew hatred to the stranger in the car behind them, I found these refreshing. It is far too easy to be sucked into the vortex of evil swirling around us where we are assaulted by bad news, hateful language, ugly behavior from our fellow man, and general hopelessness. I’m not Pollyanna. I know evil is real and it is in our midst. I also know there is good in the news, love in language, kindness in our fellow man and there is hope.
Last week at lunch, a friend of mine said she was being deliberate with her words. She has a new awareness of how a flippant response or off-handed remark can hurt someone when it was never her intention. She is right. Words matter. Even when you don’t know who heard (or read) them.
This is a short, but heartfelt message for you. I truly hope something good happens to you today whether you see the bumper sticker or not. And if you need someone to help you see the positive, feel the love, experience the abundance of kindness in the world—I’ve got a guy for that.
Wonderful, positive thinking,
Thanks Kim
Thank you for the warm virtual hug. May your day be blessed.
What a good bump of joy for the day. Thanks, Kim.
Hope is always in season. Thank you for sharing these hopeful words.
Blessings on you and Jim. Thank you, Kim for this incredible blog. It cost nothing to say a kind word, or offer encouragement. In closing, great message and thank you for sharing!
Love this post. I am frequently called Pollyanna, I try to speak the positive to all around me. That guy is always in my heart and brain. Love always
Kim, I love all of this! My Bible study this week is all about choosing love and light, and about choosing positivity instead of pessimism. We know the source of our light! I, too, have a guy for that! Love you and love Jesus❤️
So true, Kim.
Beautiful post, Kim. I’m often reminded of this snippet I saw recently: Spread kindness like wildflowers.”
And I believe I know the “guy” you’re talking about. 😍
Hugs,
Mary
Perfect positivity and timing! Love you dear Kim
This is such a beautiful post, Kim. Thank you for sharing and for reminding us that words matter–and that “the guy” has power and is always there for us.
One of your best posts ever! The “guy” has the power to do all things ❤️
I love seeing little positives like this. I recently joined a group of authors donating signed books to a raffle with proceeds going directly to doctors and families in Gaza where the aid isn’t getting through. The generosity was mind blowing. In a week, we raised 40k
Love this.
D.
Love these sentiments!
Sending lits of love and positivity your way!❤️
Love the positivity! Kenzi’s school theme this year is “Do small things with great Love. -Mother Theresa” Wishing all a life of love, kindness, and gratitude.