Good Citizens? Good Luck!

     In spite of the popularity of  the books claiming we shouldn't "sweat the small stuff", the old adage rings true:  Little things mean a lot!  Those who are observant pay attention to little things. It's the backbone of good detectives who solve crimes and those who solve --- and avoid ---everyday business and life problems.  Paying attention to those little things can also contribute what makes us "good citizens". And that can make life easier, more interesting and more enjoyable for ourselves and for others. Our increasing rages--- from road to cell phone to restaurant--- would diminish.

     For example, do you take up two parking spaces in a crowded parking lot?  Or do you park your SUV in the compact space because you know the width of the car is the "same as a compact"?  Do you bring a basket full of groceries to the FAST checkout lane that specifies the 10 item maximum? When you notice a car trying to enter your lane do you ever slow down and let them do so? If someone allows you to enter a lane do you give them the "thank you" wave?  Do you thank your barista for the latte or capucino? Do you acknowledge the mail carrier or notice a doorman and share a pleasantry?  When you see in the periphery that someone is behind you, do you hold the door for them?

     Or are you an "eyes front and center, I don't have time" type of person? Living in any community means that we must contribute to that community's well being. Even if it's paying attention to the little things that make life more pleasant for others as well as for ourselves.  OK, here's the bottom line:  Be nice. Do the little gestures. Think of others.   It's what you were taught and what you have taught (or will teach) your children.  Play fair. Be a good citizen.

    As much as we may like it to be so, the world doesn't revolve only around us. It revolves around all of us.

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