Learning Kindness From My Father

--by Mariathalia, posted Dec 3, 2010

I remember when I was growing up that my mom would tell me stories about the kind acts my dad would do. She told me that one time my dad met a close, long-time friend of his in the downtown area. They talked for a while and his friend mentioned that he didn't have money for fare back home. My dad gave him the only money he had, which was for his own fare, so he just walked home.

I obeserved these acts kindness in our home. Dad would let me and my two younger brothers eat first and he would eat after us. Whatever was left on the table he would consume. I remember the days when his older brother would come to our house and ask for money for his kid's allowance in school and my dad would give him some. And when it was our time to ask for allowance he would tell us that he had no more money and we should ask our mom.

Dad was a selfless man and even after his death, there were many people who told me kind stories that things my dad had done for them, like giving them food. He even promised to help someone fix their roof and another to buy them a water pump when he had the money.

In my entire life I never met a man like my dad. For me he was the kindest, most selfless man on earth. He would always give help when he could. And he gave it with a sincere heart.

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Posted by Mariathalia
Dec 3, 2010
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Readers Comments

nidhi wrote: This story was really touching. This story touched my heart.

luv4all wrote: So nice to know about your dad. Its always difficult to give when u dont hav enough and there are many unsung heroes who do it all their life. Thanks for sharing about your dad.

mariathalia wrote: Thank you for the comments. A person's kind and selfless acts will always be remembered no matter how big or small they are. With your deeds you made others feel special and important. How you made them feel will never be forgotten and will always be cherished.

dreamer22 wrote: Thanks for sharing!

dette wrote: Very encouraging story. Thanks for sharing!

Sundi wrote: Recognizing that kindness in a parent is not always the norm. Kudos not only for recognizing but sharing.

Ganesh Singh Bhandari wrote: Such type of dads are declining now , why?

However, your family had struggled at that movement. But, you have got great dad.

sylvia wrote: What a lovely legacy your father left! Not only will the lives he touched be affected, but people you don't know who have read your story here can be touched by your father. Thank you for sharing his light.

Barbara Fuhrwerk wrote: This article so reminded me of my own dad. He did not spend a lot of time in church but there was not a neighbor or relative who was refused for fixing a lawn mower, a furnace, or any other kind of help. I think heaven is populated with folks like that.

Milton wrote: Nice story and its good to experience these kindness

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