Go with the intention of embracing the world! 

My 94-year-old Iranian neighbor lived in a country that had a language and culture that was different than hers. And yet she was out every evening walking in the community greeting the neighbors and embracing the kids playing on the streets. She would hug the kids, say some sweet things to them in Farsi and I never asked her what they meant. She passed away a month ago. She spent her last days surrounded by family and friends.

While sitting at her memorial service this Sunday I reflected at her life and the time we got to spend with her. There are 3 things I learnt from her that I would like to share -

1. Don’t let religion, language or culture be a barrier to what you want to do in your community.
2. When you go out with the intention of embracing the world, some part of the world will embrace you back.
3. Take care of family. That’s the first step to build a better world.