Of all the things that helped Kelly Gneiting finish the 2011 LA Marathon, one little thing stood out to me over all the rest--and it wasn't his determination. There is no doubt his will power was the primary factor that got him across the finish line. At 6 feet tall with a 5 foot waist carrying 400 lbs., he had tremendous determination to walk the 26.2 miles in pouring down rain. But it was a small gesture from someone that also helped soaking wet Gneiting to stay in the race. At mile 15, a friend handed him a pair of dry socks. A little gesture that helped a big man walk another 11 miles to victory.
What little gesture has someone offered you that made a difference in your life? What word or gift helped you to go on--that inspired you not to give up? Who handed you a clean pair of socks? I'd love to hear your comments below.
And let's also think about who we can offer a clean pair of socks. There is someone walking your way right now that can use such a little gesture of support and care today. They may be a stranger that needs a smile or a wife that needs a "thank you" or a friend that needs a call. The line of people is endless.
You hold a pair of dry socks in your hands every day for someone who needs it. Hand them out as they pass by. Help someone else to keep going in this common race of ours called "life". Your little gesture can make all the difference for someone who is just now making it to mile 15.
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