An American in Stuttgart, Germany.

The majority of us lead quiet, unheralded lives

as we pass through this world.

There will most likely be no ticker-tape parades

for us, no monuments created in our honor.

But, that does not lessen our possible impact,

for there are scores of people waiting for

someone just like us to come along; people

who will appreciate our compassion,

our unique talents. Someone who will live

a happier life merely because we took the

time to share what we had to give.

Too often we underestimate the power of a

touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear,

an honest compliment, or the smallest act of

caring, all of which have the potential to turn

a life around.

It's overwhelming to consider the continuous

opportunities there are to make our love felt.

~ Leo Buscaglia