simple love

After I was done writing that last entry I thought about something... Love doesn't have to be confined to elaborate acts of extravagance. Sometimes the most touching acts of love are the most simple, random, or impulsive. This last week I was at a shopping outlet (that shall remain nameless because I'm not getting paid to do any sponsorship or endorsements) when I saw a mid-aged woman working at one of the counters. She looked exhausted, but still kept a smile on her face. I would usually just keep to myself and find my items (y'know, because my time is so precious and my shopping needs are terribly pressing). This day I heard that little voice inside my heart or head or wherever telling me to just say something. I stopped and complimented her on her lovely smile. Just that. Complimented her and moved on. Nothing much, but you should have seen the way her smile became even larger! She glowed (and became quite red). I don't want to overstate anything, but I know that her response to this simple act made my day. I hope that he brightened hers as well. I think that loving others as God does is often gifted in the smallest acts of courtesy, delight, and affection. So, go... Love someone extravagantly (in the simple ways).