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Receiving So Much More Than I Could Have Given In That Moment


--by Eloisa, posted Feb 10, 2017
Today as I was leaving church, I heard an old man saying he was cold. I was wearing an expensive scarf that had been a gift to me, and I gave it to him. That made me happier because the price on that scarf wasn't even close to the price of happiness I receive as I see someone else happy in their hearts.

I hope I made a bond with this old friend. He walked me home and we talked all the way to my house. For me, material things don't have a meaning until you give them to someone. Make it a good one, a true meaning of love for others. 
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splain wrote: you gave him something you loved. The best way to give
Lilijourney wrote: This is your present, your kind presence 👌😊💗
Annc wrote: What a lovely gift
leoladyc728 wrote: s good of you to give him your scarf to stay warm
Pyronik wrote: That is a great way to bond. Gifting both the scarf & your time.
AndiCas wrote: Both gifts, the scarf and your friendship, were so valuable to this man.
Mnc_91 wrote: I used to collect and hoard scarves. But when I gave one to an old lady soaked in the rain who received it with a beautiful smile. I started to give away my scarves to whoever need them. You are right materials things have no meaning until you give them away :-)
mindyjourney wrote: Beautiful giving, right from your heart <3. Thank you!!
Rajni wrote: It is very kind of you to give your scarf, your time, your attention, your love and your inspiring example of life to rest of us. May God bless you each and every moment of your life.
Mish wrote: Bless you, Eloisa😇

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