By Calvin Wallace

Have you ever gone up to a random person, just to simply talk to them? It’s amazing and I love the feeling of meeting someone new. Everyone has a unique story and identity that makes them who they are. You could meet them at any point in your life, but why right then, right now? Did I make a positive impression in their life? I sure hope so. That is my goal everytime I meet someone is to leave them better off than when I found them.

I love the feeling when two people connect. There’s no bitchy attitudes like at the clubs. Most girls are pretty friendly when you talk to them. Connect as a person, be true to yourself and your identity. There’s no smoke and mirrors, there’s nothing to hide. Just be a sociable person and people will be drawn into your life.

Today I met Katie (Above right), from the International Play Association & Play Around The World (UofA Student Group). She was promoting unique and different ways to play, and develop children, communities, and families. The activity they had set up was for children to build an igloo with ice sculpting tools. It was really adorable to see all the kids interacting and developing this igloo together. She was helping the kids meet each other and work together and it was such a great moment to be a part of. It was unique and exciting because kids don’t normally get to do these things.

She asked if I could email those pictures to her and I agreed enthusiastically. I would love the chance to be able to promote such a great cause! I am happy whenever my passion for photography can be used to influence others in a positive way. I feel a lot better knowing that I am helping other people out.

My point is that people are naturally sociable and eager to tell their story. We are a people that enjoy interacting and talking. Often people get so trapped in their own world that they don’t stop to help random strangers. It feels good, so I encourage everyone to just get out there and chat up anyone around you. I think you’ll get a positive reward/experience from it at the very least.

- Calvin

http://www.physedandrec.ualberta.ca/play.cfm

http://www.ipacanada.org/home.htm

P.S. Enjoy this short video