A peaceful reminder...

Today I dialed a wrong number. It is something I have done countless times in the past, though for some reason I found today's experience to be a bit more disturbing. To start off, the woman on the other line answered the call with a very confrontational, "What do you want?" Obviously, since I was expecting someone else, I was surprised and confused by the greeting. Cautiously, I preceded to say hello and to ask for my friend. Once again, the woman answered harshly, "There isn't a Jenny here. This isn't Alaska. Why are you bothering me?" My apologetic nature took over and I tried to calm the woman's irritation. Every kind word I shared was countered by a rude response. When it was all over, I felt so horrible. I hadn't meant to annoy anyone. It had all been a mistake, and yet the coldness of the woman I accidentally called created a sense of unrest in my soul. In reflection of this incident, I had a thought. Maybe the world would truly be a more peaceful place if we consciously treated wrong number situations as an opportunity to interact with someone new and as a chance to promote peace on a global level? Just something to consider the next time someone accidentally dials you. Will you be a vehicle for peace or an instrument for war?