Good Morning, How Ya Doing?

     I like to talk to people, not just people I know, anybody at all, so when I'm out and about, I say "Hi" to strangers.  I have found that most people respond and usually with a smile.  Sometimes I can almost see people thinking, "Do I know that guy?"  Other times I might end up in a conversation sharing laugh with my new acquaintance.  It seems most people are happy to share a greeting or conversation with a stranger.  I've never experienced a negative vibe from any of the strangers that I address.

     My wife (Mimi) tells I'm not the greeter every place I go but I beg to differ.  I'd like to think of myself as the "Ambassador of Greetings" that would be a good title, wait No!  I think "Ambassador of Good Cheer" that's even better; it rolls off the tongue easier.  I proclaim myself the unofficial  "Ambassador of Good Cheer"

     I remember the "Rose Guy" in St Peters, he was an older gentleman that would stand outside by the street holding roses and wave to all the cars diving down Jungermann road.  He worked for a flower shop so I assume he was getting paid but he was friendly and brightened people's day.  It was obvious that he enjoyed what he was doing whether he was paid or not.  In reality he was the first "Ambassador of Good Cheer" but since he is gone I will carry this banner.

     If you watch people you will see some funny things so sometimes a smart or witty comment will get a laugh out of a stranger and I ask you what is better than a laugh to brighten a day. The answer is nothing; a laugh anytime of day is a treasure.  I really think the world would be better off if we shared more laughter with everyone we meet.

     So if you happen upon a stranger greets you or makes a wisecrack, you may have just encountered the "Ambassador of Good Cheer" or at least someone with the same approach to life as me.