The Power of a Pin: Capturing Kindness When Words Aren’t Enough
- Lola Adeosun
- Jun 11
- 2 min read
Moments That Matter, Memories That Last
“Do your little bit of good where you are; it's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.” — Desmond Tutu
Have you ever felt something so deeply, a moment of connection, of warmth, of kindness, and found yourself struggling to express it?
You’re not alone. Sometimes, words fall short. And sometimes, just a small gesture is enough to speak volumes.
That’s why I keep something special with me: a Purple Hyacinth lapel pin, a Memriz token that’s become my silent but powerful way of saying, “This moment matters.”
The Power of a Pin: Capturing Kindness When Words Aren’t Enough
I’ve often found myself hesitating. Not because I don’t want to connect, but because reaching out first can feel a little unnerving. I’m naturally a bit reserved, and expressing what’s in my heart isn’t always easy. But the pin? It bridges the gap. It communicates kindness when I can’t quite find the words.
And over time, it’s helped me build a collection of unforgettable Memriz moments.
The man I pass daily in the park.
The woman I shared a warm smile with by the lift earlier this year.
A colleague who lit up after being “Memrized” with one of the pins.
The friendly stranger in Victoria, British Columbia, who complimented my shoes.
The lovely Brazilian girl who gently fell asleep on my shoulder during a recent flight.
People in church, supermarket aisles, or bustling streets of Brazil, people with whom I may not even share a language, but with whom I’ve shared something far more powerful.
Each of these encounters, whether fleeting or unforgettable, was marked with a small lapel pin, a symbol of kindness, a memory frozen in time. The Power of a Pin.
When Less Is More. And Small Is Mighty
What I love most about the pin is its ability to speak when I can’t. Whether I’m overwhelmed by the moment or simply want to say “you matter” without too many words, the pin becomes my message.
And the result?
The sparkle in someone’s eyes. A smile that spreads slowly across their face. A moment of connection, simple, pure, unforgettable.
Someone once told me that the pin captures feelings that go beyond words. “Random opportunities to create nostalgic moments… where kindness becomes a bridge, a memory, a spark of joy that lingers.”
And I couldn’t agree more.
What’s Your Memriz Moment?
Have you had a moment recently where you’ve been the reason someone smiled, not because of what you said, but because of what you showed?
Has the lapel pin helped you express something too beautiful, overwhelming, or tender for words?
If so, we want to hear from you.
Share your story at Memriz.online and inspire someone else to make a memory out of kindness.
Because sometimes, the smallest act can become the brightest part of someone’s day.
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