One thing I have come to realize is that love is not always happiness.
Years ago, my childhood friend Steve lost his father. Since Steve had left Tallahassee shortly after high school graduation, we had not seen each other for over a decade. Upon learning of his father__ funeral, I made plans to attend to "be there." After the service, I approached the family__ receiving line. When Steve saw me, he was stunned that I had made the effort to be there for him. We both cried as we hugged and he said, __ can__ tell you what it means to me that you showed up._ Showing up sends a message that you are a devoted friend, a team player, a dedicated parent, an inspiring leader, a loyal mate, and more.
The Art of Action: 8 Ways to Initiate & Activate Forward Momentum for Positive Impact
Quote Detail
Years ago, my childhood friend Steve lost his father. Since Steve had left Tallahassee shortly after high school graduation, we had not seen each other for over a decade. Upon learning of his father__ funeral, I made plans to attend to "be there." After the service, I approached the family__ receiving line. When Steve saw me, he was stunned that I had made the effort to be there for him. We both cried as we hugged and he said, __ can__ tell you what it means to me that you showed up._ Showing up sends a message that you are a devoted friend, a team player, a dedicated parent, an inspiring leader, a loyal mate, and more.
Quick Answer
What this quote page tells you
This canonical quote page keeps the full saying, the attributed author, any linked work, and the topic tags together so the quote can be cited from one stable URL.
Related Quotes
More quote cards from the same area
Everything I didn__ know I was looking for_it__ there whenever I__ with you. I don__ know what it is that you think I deserve, but I don__ want anything other than what__ right here, right now.
The radiance of dignity and grace creates a profound elegance which exists whether anyone is watching or not.
Dignity is an inherent value and human virtue which represents the best of mankind.
Do you see dignity & grace as a state of emotional and spiritual being or a physical projection of courage and class? Perhaps they describe both.
A wonderful place to start is to seek role models who exemplify this way of being and try their style on for size.