Tuesday, July 21, 2015

The Kindness of a Souvenir

"An effort made for the happiness of others lifts above ourselves."
~ Lydia M. Child

The word "souvenir" comes from the French "to remember."  And indeed that is what people do when they bring us souvenirs -- they have remembered us on their trip.

My lovely friend recently returned from a family vacation in Europe and she brought me several souvenirs.  I was touched that she thought of me and that she selected items that would be especially meaningful.  We all know that it can be a burden to squeeze additional items in our suitcases.  It is very nice to be remembered.

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