When my granddaughter was in elementary school about the same time that the live version of Cinderella came out starring Lilly James. We watched it many times together. When Cinderella’s mother was dying she told her to always be kind and have courage.

I began saying this to my granddaughter whenever she was facing something new or challenging. A new school year, a gymnastics or cheer competition. She may not think much about it now but I believe she will remember me saying it to her someday.

I find myself using the same quote when I pray for others and to myself when I am facing another MRI, a procedure or when I am irritated at people, places or things. 

When faced with a new obstacle this saying helps put me back where I need to be.