Words are Cheap

Part of the definition of character is keeping our word. Our current culture seems to be void of the integrity it takes to be people of our word. Keeping our word is a reflection of who we really are. Honor is not given often times where honor is due. Why is it that the values of our past are no longer valid? I want to think the best of people and I want people to think the best of me. Society, however, has arrived at the place where we judge one another from the negative position. A negative position is established because no one keeps their word, integrity is lacking, and honor is a thing of the past. So, when we finally meet a person of honest character and integrity, we are suspect and withhold the honor they deserve. Seems to be a merry-go-round of emotions that leaves us dizzy at best. It is my hope that I am a woman of my word, that I don't cheapen my character by living something different than what my mouth speaks. I want my words to be valuable and trustworthy. I have five wonderful grandchildren who should be able to trust their 'Nona' to keep her word. They deserve to see adults who value integrity and give honor where honor is due. I am committed to making my words valuable and trustworthy; are you?