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A Moment in Time: 365 Chances to Make a Difference this Year

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Rabbi Zach Shapiro

January 6, 2017

Dear all,


I came across this sign recently. It served as a reminder that every day we have not only an opportunity but a responsibility to make a difference.

Each day offers possibilities. No, not every day will be a feel-good kind of day. But every day we can make the choice to bring a smile to someone else.

So …

Be the person who holds the elevator for someone.
Be the person who gives up your seat on a bus.
Be the person who gives a little extra to subsidize costs for others.
Be the person who leaves a tip for the barista at your favorite coffee place.
Be the person who greets everyone, whether the CEO or the custodian.
Be the person who is kindly toward the aggregated front-line employee at the airport.

Be the person who will change the world, for just a moment in time.

It's the beginning of January! We have an entire year to make every day count!!!

With love and Shalom,


Rabbi Zach Shapiro

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