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Everyone Has Their Little Part To Play

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Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Realty 0575737

Lighthouse in darkThis is a story about a small candle carried by a man who was climbing the stairs of a lighthouse.

In their way up to the top, the candle asked the man, "Where are we going?"

We're going to the top of this lighthouse and give signals to the big ships on the ocean," the man answered.

"What? How could it be possible for me with my small light to give signals to those big ships?"



"They will never be able to see my light", replied the candle weakly.



"That's your part. If your light is small, let it be. All you have to do is keep burning and leave the rest to me", said the man.


A little later, they arrived at the top of the lighthouse where there was a big lamp with a loop behind it. Then the man lit the lamp with the light of the candle and instantly, the place shone so brightly that the ships on the ocean could see its light.

WE ALL ARE IMPORTANT IN OUR OWN WAYS. NEVER FORGET THAT!!

 

Team Honeycutt
Allen Tate - Concord, NC

Great Blog. The lighthouse photo is so cute. A real feel good picture. It is so amazing that the smallest part is as important as a large part. It takes us all.

Betty

Dec 11, 2012 01:36 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Gary- This is a good one for all of us to remember for all of life's situations.  We all have our part to play no matter how small it may seem. 

Dec 11, 2012 02:02 AM
John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

We all have our part no matter how small it may seem it matters.  Thanks again.. Sharing.

Dec 11, 2012 02:05 AM
Beth Atalay
Cam Realty and Property Management - Clermont, FL
Cam Realty of Clermont FL

Gary, things that may be too small for us might make a huge difference in someone else's life..

Dec 11, 2012 03:01 AM
Sharon Lee
Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN
Retired and loving life

Gary-God has a part for each of us in life if we are open to it. One part is just as important as the next whether big or small.

Dec 11, 2012 05:12 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

We do all have a part to play in this thing called life. Imagine all the possibilities!

Dec 11, 2012 05:33 AM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

I think the older I get, the more observant I am of how all the little things come together to make something happen. 

Dec 11, 2012 05:55 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

This message is very powerful - and sweet - at the same time. Now, what if I sneezed and blew out the candle? Lol - that wouldn't be such a great part to play...just kidding. In a silly mood today. Seriously, a delightful and important reminder  Gary.

Dec 11, 2012 07:06 AM
Laura Filip
Laura Filip Broker , Opening doors for All Seasons of Life - Whitesboro, TX
What can we do for you today?

Gary this is an awesome story, no matter how small you think your light may be keep it burning because someday it will shine brighter than ever.

Dec 11, 2012 08:13 AM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

We are all jsut a cog in lifes gear and we all play a part no matter how small.

Dec 11, 2012 09:09 AM
Georgie Hunter R(S) 58089
Hawai'i Life Real Estate Brokers - Haiku, HI
Maui Real Estate sales and lifestyle info

That's a cute story, and it's nice to know that the candle got to feel important too.

Dec 11, 2012 11:10 AM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Gary

We all have a role to play in our life all we have to do is find what it is and then do it.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Dec 11, 2012 11:15 AM
Gayle Rich-Boxman Fishhawk Lake Real Estate
John L Scott Market Center - Birkenfeld, OR
"Your Local Expert!" 503-739-3843

Oh, Gary, I think this was one of my favorites of yours this year! It reminds me of the little engine that could...remember that story?

Dec 11, 2012 11:32 AM
Jill Sackler
Charles Rutenberg Realty Inc. 516-575-7500 - Long Beach, NY
LI South Shore Real Estate - Broker Associate

That's the kind of story you have to repeat to yourself often.

Dec 11, 2012 11:50 AM