In the glory days of the railroads, Grand Central Station in New York was truly one of the busiest places on earth. People arriving in the United States by ocean liner would catch trains to travel across the continent. Following World War II, a man by the name of Ralston Young was employed there. He was a red cap with badge number 42. An exceptional man, he came to be known as "The Bishop of Grand Central Station."
There are countless stories of people who shared their "personal baggage" with Red Cap 42, as he carried their luggage to waiting trains. Folks would tell you that he knew how to listen and cut through to the heart of the matter. With his discernment and intuition, he shared thoughts that changed lives.
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Ralston Young was not a highly educated man. He spoke in a simple and uncomplicated manner. He was found of saying "looking up, "looking in, and looking out." "Looking up" is for inspiration, "Looking in" for personal growth and "looking out" for helping other people. He said his life's assignment was to help people carry their "burdens as well as their bags."
People took the message of this unusual fellow at Grand Central Station with them to the farthest corners of the country. Articles were written, interviews were conducted and his legend grew. A movie entitled Red Cap 42 was made. All the while, he continued to carry bags at Grand Central Station.
There are many stories of people who have had extraordinary impact in ordinary places. They teach us that people are more important than places. They show us that every circumstance creates its own opportunity. They remind us that when we truly care, people will really share.
Today is your day to helps someone with their bags.
Look Up, Look In and Look Out.
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