For so long I felt insignificant and that I didn’t matter.
I learned to feel that way because of all the hard knocks and painful lessons I learned in living life on life’s terms. Through it all, I wore the smile of a clown, smiling on the outside and making others laugh while on the inside I was feeling sad.
Gradually I began to learn to be thankful and seek out the faith that I had as a child, when all the world was so simple. I decided to see myself as God sees me: a son of God created in His image. Now I have a good reason to feel good about myself. To know that I am accepted by God allows me to accept love from others. I will not allow my past mistakes to define my future.
Now I believe that God has a plan and a great destiny for me. It is His will that I share the love
He has shown me with others I meet everyday. Instead of sadness on the inside I have the light of God. Now my desire is to show the good cheer and my little light within with everybody I meet.
It is my joy to encourage those I meet on the street, because you never know if a kind word might inspire someone to keep keeping on and not give up. A smile and a warm word works wonders. So today, when you see me on the street, know that you are not a customer but a friend. As for myself, I am working in my God-given calling: to brighten your day and spread love to you.
Special thanks to my friends at 19th and K st and Eastern Market!
Love you all!
Larry, an ambassador for Christ
