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My Savior Angel


--by Nice, posted Feb 23, 2012

A year ago, I was a mess! 

 
I was going through one of those phases that every teenager goes through in high school. I had made some new friends who were part of the popular gang of our school. Hanging out with them made me overconfident and feel like I could treat other people in whatever way I wanted.
 
Also, under the influence of these people, I would make up these unbelievably silly lies to cover up for all my mistakes. And, as you probably know, one lie leads to another and then another, and it keeps going on. 
 
Among my new friends there was one girl who was very kind, compassionate and down to earth. She wouldn't judge people on their looks or their crowd. Since we had friends in common and went to the same classes we ended up hanging out a lot. 
 
I remember being extremely surprised at her honesty. And I remember being even more surprised by how popular her pleasant nature made her. People felt very comfortable around her. They felt the could trust her. I know this because I was one of them. 
 
Hanging out with her made me a better person. I do not lie anymore, I do not comment on people's clothes when I go to the mall and, most importantly, I do not talk about people behind their backs.
 
But those are little things. What is important here is the realization that whenever things start going the wrong way there is always someone who comes into your life to try and set you right. I call that person a Savior Angel. Think about it. You probably have had one too! The best part of all this is that afterwards you might get to become someone else's Savior Angel, possibly without even realizing it! You don't have to be consciously helping another person with his/her problems, but you being there and being a good influence might be just what someone else needs!

 

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MakeSomeoneSmile wrote: Those are not small things at all but fibers of kindness we should all have. I believe everyone comes into our life for a reason. Sometimes we may not ever find out why and other times we are blessed with seeing exactly why they did, as you were able. Thanks for sharing and keep on that great path! ;)
Bluebell wrote: Thank you for sharing your story. The beauty of life is that there are loads and loads of Angels out there just waiting for an opportunity to be of service, some have wings and some don't :-) I am very blessed because I have found a number of Angels in my life. May your always have a host of Angels to keep you safe and to show you the way. LOve and Light and Endless Blessings, Buebell
annjav wrote: I think you were very lucky to learn early in life that it is better to latch onto friends who make it easier to do good. My hope is that I'm the sort of people who help everyone to be better, and I think that is how you are too. Thanks for your wonderful HONEST story.

Laugh every day, even if it's only at yourself. Love and blessings.
trueblue wrote: i admire your honesty :) and now you are wiser and kinder...if we didn't make bad judgements and mistakes in life we wouldn't be the people we are today...you to are a savior angel on your way to becoming an earth angel.. in other words a beautiful friend and compassionate young adult... sending you a big cheesy smile too... :) smile and the world will smile with you...
Bluxess wrote: Nice, as trueblue says, I am touched by your candid sharing ... Not many does this ... I am very glad you have a positive life force to look upto ... God bless her immensely. Thanks for sharing Nice. Bluxess.
Nice wrote: thank you guys :)

You seem to have a optimistic approach towards life. Hope there are lots more like you.
HappyDae wrote: What a beautiful and insightful story....It is wonderful that you so readily recognized in another what your heart truly wanted you to be. Congratulations...you are off to a bright, happy and fulfilling future..

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