Our story

Every person is more than what is on the surface. What you see is hardly ever what you get. I've gotten to know a lot of people this year, and my first impressions of them verses my relationship now with them is like night and day. I've learned so many life stories over this year and am more than blessed to have friendships with the writers. I've heard heart breaking chapters right along with the most beautiful portions of their stories.

When I hear others' stories, it gives a new perspective on my own. I'm the only one who's been through hard times, we've all had our share of pain and heartache. When we take the time to listen to others, we aren't only being a compassionate ear, but are having our voice heard as well. Our collective voice.

Humanity is essentially about unity. How can we be a united people when we're stuck in our own lives. this world has so much more to offer than just what we know. It's not about me, it's not about you. it's about us. You, me, the guy that never leaves starbucks, and the old cat lady across the street. Everyone has a background, everyone has a story. Focusing on others, having other people at our "table" makes us understand our core. 

We were meant to communicate, listen, understand, and love each other. When we get caught up in the "here and now" of our lives, we forget what's truly important. We weren't created to be self centered but love centered. Let us not dwell on our lives, but OUR lives.You aren't alone, friends are everywhere, all we have to do is trust our brothers and sisters. Compassion and listening ears bring us together as a whole. We are all connected, we just have to find our paths to each other. 

I want to challenge you (yes, you 4 people who read this :P) to ask someone about their story. A friend you've never really known, an acquaintance, or that person Delta assigned you sit by for a 3 hour flight.You never know what you'll find out.