Repaying Greed With Kind Deeds

--by Bluebell, posted Jan 19, 2012

Today I received the news that not only was my hard work not going to be recognized but I was not going to get paid on time and all my extra-hours would not be taken into consideration.

Was I angry? No, just sad for my boss who is a muti-millionaire but very poor in his heart.

So, I decided to pay forward the unkindness with kindness.

I decided to look for a new job and put some ads on the post office notice board. Then I bought six lovely flowers and planted them in some flower pots of my neighbours which had been sitting empty for over a year. I baked cup cakes for a friend. I wrote a letter to another friend.

Now I am having my coffee at home feeling an immense joy inside that no one can take away from me.

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Posted by Bluebell
Jan 19, 2012
Comments (19)

Readers Comments

SteveG wrote: Wow.

Lisa wrote: Everyone has a path to walk and others take much longer to learn their lessons along the way. Your boss may have lots of money, but is he happy? By the sounds of how he's treating people, i'd say not. You should be really proud of yourself for not allowing his selfishness to consume you! Well done. Lis :o)

BeansD wrote: It takes a lot of courage to smile through your ordeals. You rock!

doris.plaster wrote: You are my inspiration this day! Reading your post this morning is such a blessing. Thanks for sharing.

Blessings.

Doris

AURELIA wrote: Yay Bluebell...You are true INSPIRATION to so many. Good things will come your way! :) Earth Angel !!!!
Joy and Love...
Hugs and Smiles, Aurelia :0)

MakeSomeoneSmile wrote: Bless you Bluebell for taking an unkind situation and spreading much love and light from it. You are a bright light in the world that touches so many! :)

hasifa wrote: wow, you are a beautiful soul. I hope that I can become wise like you. you have nothing to worry about, you are a wealthy person and there is not a need or want that you have that will go unanswered. good things happen to good people. I'm so proud to call you a friend. I cannot wait to share this story with my other friends. thank you.

Bluebellgirl wrote: Way to go Bluebell, you fit the term when one says "kill em with kindness". Of course though its a metaphor, u neednt worry ;) You must have lots of patiencen how to deal with some people, i can really learn from you :)
Bright blessings and good luck <3
-flowerpower

heartofflesh wrote: You are one of the reasons I keep coming back to the site. Needless to say you inspire me with your outlook....
You are a STAR !

Jacinda wrote: Wow! You are one AMAZING woman Bluebell!! Do you have hidden wings under your jersey..cos I think you are an angel :) You inspire me!

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