Friday, July 17, 2020

Be kind

As the Dalai Lama says, every day we should try to do a spontaneous act of kindness small or large.  It offsets the negative balance of the universe and increases your own sense of goodness.

The man who gave the shoes off his feet to this homeless girl.

This motorcyclist who stopped to help an old woman pass safely.

This barber, who offers haircuts for the price of a single hug.

Consolation knows no color

The police officer who handcuffed himself to a woman to make sure she knew she'd have to take him with her.

The many people who helped make this boy's dream come true.

This dog owner who mourned by giving.

This store employee who gives extra service.

 The person who decided to put new tires on a stranger's car just because he needed it.

   The crowd who decided a fan should be able to watch the show, no matter what.

 This dry cleaning place that helps the unemployed for free.

 These kids helping an injured member of their rival team to score.

 The man who played for fun and gave his winnings  away.

 This man who missed his train helping this older lady with her bags.

 This man who gave something to a homeless man no one gives - something to occupy his mind.

And Dan, a man who, twice a week, buys coffee for every patient, nurse and doctor at local cancer centers.

The people at the animal hospital, knowing how hard it is to say goodbye.

This man who gave his umbrella away so this cat could have a dry night.

The  paramedics.


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