Who did you really see and encourage and support today?
I had the privilege of interviewing someone yesterday. Someone whose childhood was marked by abandonment, abuse and neglect. Someone who coped by making bad choices as a result.
His story was heartbreaking and made me question…
No, it made me wrestle with the whys. Why do people treat other people so horribly? And not just other adults, but children. Children who need a better foundational start at life.
But to be honest, that’s not the part of his story that stuck with me.
What stood out was his gratefulness. For every time someone showed him kindness. Every time someone reached out to help him. Went out of their way to give him hope. Saw him, loved him for who he was, took action to make a difference in his life — and did it all without judging him.
His story reminded me of all the people in my life who were pivotal, who…
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This Abundantly Delicious Life 
Thank you. ❤
Seeing each other, supporting each other…makes life beautiful. Thank YOU for your inspiring story, Diana.
Great story! 💚
I only take credit for reblogging it – touching story from Diana Schwenk…
Yes I read it there too! 💕💚