Horizon

With so many armed conflicts around the planet,
it seems that the human species is in dire trouble.
It may in fact be, but while such continued violence
is catastrophic and the future seems grim, we might
remind ourselves to not forget the beauty, joy and
potential of humanity: A lover's sigh, a painter at a canvas,
a soccer game, a mother and child, climbers on a mountain
peak, a smile from a stranger, a song.
There are so many moments of joy experienced by the
6 billion human temporary residents of the planet that we
might remember not to be overwhelmed by the negative.
Believe in hope on the horizon. While idealism can breed
cynicism in some, it generates hope and positivism in most.
Maybe if we try to change what can be changed with an
outlook based on good will, negativity and its associated
consequences will be pushed aside.
Good will can be contagious.