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Michael's gift

By David Robbins Tuesday, May 19, 2009

My brother Michael's residence called and said that Mike needed new clothes. They said they will reimburse me. I took Mike out and bought him 10 pair of socks, 7 shirts, 6 pair of underwear, 4 pair of pants, and a pair of sneakers. (Sounds like the 12 days of Christmas). I threw out his old stained and tattered clothes.

I have this urge to do a good deed everyday. It can be as simple as a smile, or holding a door open, or letting someone ahead of me in a line. The rules are that it must be a random person.

I've been lifting my eyes to meet others eyes. I was surprised at the power of a smile. Alot of people smile and say hello. There is so much unhappiness these days.

Anne Frank wrote "no one has ever become poor by giving."

It feels good to give back. I get alot of delight by giving back. I feel as though I have alot to give.

I challenge all who read this, to do a good deed.

Live unselfishly, love others, laugh with joy, learn that love abounds, listen as your heart warms,

David

today's good deed
5/19/09 10:08am

I, too, have an urge to spread a little kindness and compassion wherever I find myself.  Like opening the door for someone. Or offering to drive my mother to church even though it means going miles out of my way.  And listening to a friend who needs comforting.  Making pillows for hospice patients.  Every little deed is rewarding.  Keep up the good work!

 

Carolyn

5/19/09 11:02am

Thank-you David, for your words of inspiration.      Thank heaven there are people like you in this world.    "Build. Act in an uplifting manner. And the Law of Life will never repay you in a negative way"    - Sri Harold Klemp

 

Sincerely,

 

Don Fraser

Christina Bruni, Health Guide
5/19/09 12:04pm

Hi Dave,

 

Yes, some people believe in the "random acts of kindness" mantra.  More people would feel better about themselves if they practiced this philosophy.

 

Will try to do something nice for someone today.

 

Regards,

Christina

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By David Robbins— Last Modified: 10/16/10, First Published: 05/19/09