Before Doing Anything Else

Kindness matters. It works silently. Somehow, over the years, I've been fortunate to build connections with people from nearly every chapter of my life. When planning my wedding, I faced the bittersweet challenge of creating a guest list. Too many friends. Not enough chairs. I found myself connected to far more people than our budget could possibly allow us to invite. The bonds held strong. I still exchange messages with friends from elementary school, colleagues from past jobs, and roommates from previous homes. They remain. I remain. The connection endures.

This abundance of friendship stems from something simple but powerful. Consistent kindness. Nothing extraordinary. Just genuine smiles and appreciation for each person.

Now, a spontaneous message can spark a gathering. We reconnect effortlessly even after years apart, as if we'd seen each other just last week. The camaraderie remains intact. A treasure I never take for granted and something that continuously fills my life with joy.