Day 38: Favors

“The pleasure we derive from doing favors is partly in the feeling it gives us that we are not altogether worthless. It is a pleasant surprise to ourselves.” - Eric Hoffer

Favor's are important in life, friendships, relationships, and success. Sometimes you have to reach out and do a favor. It's not about looking for anything in return. You have to do it whole heartedly, only in the best interest of others. Be completely selfless.

It requires you to be unselfish, selfless, for you to care, and concern yourself with others happiness. Putting others before yourself, reaching out to others in their time of need, even if they cannot give you anything in return. Just like Christmas, it will always hold true, in those that are selfless, you find more happiness in giving, than receiving. It's is the graciousness, and happiness that you give to others that makes you happy. You cannot expect anything in return, or compare anything they may give in return. Just a simple, you're welcome, is all that's needed. Pay it forward. Smile.

Always be kind, and respectful when doing a favor for others. Reach out to others in their time of need, and others will reach out to you in your time of need. Do not demand anything return, or even request anything in return. Just let it be. Good Karma.

You will find more happiness in doing favors, and helping others than you can ever imagine.

Give a smile to someone at least once a day. Even a complete stranger. Hold a door for someone, say thank you to someone. Simple gestures of gratitude can go a long ways. Be selfless. Put others before yourself.

Day 37: Gentleman

All I want now is to be a nice, clean gentleman. I've proved my point. Now I'm going to set an example for all the nice boys and girls. I'm through talking. - Muhammed Ali

A true gentleman, the epitome of what I want and strive to be. Sometimes I fail. Often in the past I've failed. I'm not perfect, and I know I cannot be perfect; but I do know I can be a gentleman, and be the best me that I can be. Being a gentleman is not just about being nice to someone you're interested in; but also being kind and considerate to all of those around you; even complete strangers. It's not always easy, and it's often easier to be the complete opposite, and temptingly so.

Last weekend I started talking to someone new, as a friend. I know her through a mutual friend, and we went to the same high-school. She's a very sweet girl, and I thought she'd be a nice person to talk to, and be friends with. This weekend we met. I had met her once before, several years ago; but she'd forgotten. We went out as friends, and we had a lot of fun. We met with the intention of hanging out as friends, and not a date. The night had other plans, and it turned into more of a casual date.

We were both very surprised with how comfortable we were talking to each other. It wasn't awkward at all. Prior to meeting, we hadn't even talked on the phone. We'd only been texting each other here and there, just having casual conversations.

It was nice to take someone out, and treat them like a gentleman should. I hope she had a good time.

Last night we hung out again, with some mutual friends of ours, and went and played pool for a couple hours. I was surprised when she asked if I wanted to go. Was very last minute. We had a good time. It's nice to get out, have fun, and enjoy life. I've been completely honest with her, about where I'm at right now, and she respects that.

Enjoy life, and live it, don't let it pass you by.