i dunno jazzo-- ever hear the idea: the only things you truly own are those which you would gladly give away? all other things own you.
I don't always practice the "giving away" but i did work with a man who used to wear great ties. if any one admired his tie, he would remove it, and give it to them.. He did not expect other to share his values or philosophy, but he was a very happy man.
I had a very pretty scarf that i wore to work one day.. at work, i saw a woman i knew who was wearing a simple dress.. My scarf was the prefect compliment to the dress, she noticed it, and admired it, and ask where i had purchased it, thinking to get one of the same for her self.. I gave her mine.. i still feel great about it!
i know i still am greedy, and self centered and have 1000 other faults.. but practicing random acts of kindness, and senseless acts of beauty, is very good for the soul. you might want to try it some time!
