The Devil and Miss Jones

You know, it doesn't make any difference how many people you talk to during the day, if you haven't got someone that really cares for you you're all alone. One person against the world, unless you have someone.

-The Devil and Miss Jones

Something about traveling always makes me think about people being alone.

Not necessarily in the depressing way: sometimes being lonely or alone makes you push outside of your comfort zone and either do something out of the ordinary, notice something new, or talk to someone who you wouldn't have met otherwise. Being alone can also help you learn a little about yourself.

But I've also noticed that when you are alone and ready to reach out to someone else, there is usually not anyone reaching back. And then when you are overtaken with companionship, more opportunities just pile on.

Maybe we should all make an effort, when we are busy and happy, to look around us to see if anyone else needs a friend or someone to care about them at that moment and reach out. And then do it.

[Cue "The more you know" logo.]

Being alone poem:

Friendship is enriching.
Kindness is effective.
But being by yourself
Can give you great perspective.