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My son is currently in law school in a large city, and therefore he's basically broke. Recently, I sent him a card with a twenty dollar bill so that he would go eat. He was so excited to receive the card and money. Upon leaving the post office, he saw a homeless woman standing on the sidewalk next to him. She asked him a question about a sports team listed on his shirt, which led to a lengthy discussion about sports in general.
When he left, he gave her the twenty dollars.
I'm so proud of my son. Not just for passing on the money, but for "seeing" the woman on the street and talking to her, not as a homeless woman, but as someone with an opinion and ideas. Since then, he's gotten to know many people that he randomly meets on the streets and on the bus.
He makes this mom proud. :)
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- Posted by Loubops
- Sep 12, 2013
- Comments (10)
Readers Comments
jsmc10 wrote: and you should be proud, this was an amazing, selfless act :)
Mish wrote: You raised a fine young man.
FairyBubbles wrote: Just imagine if everyone were as kind as your son - wow - that would be wonderful.
deactivated wrote: sounds merrier,would be nice to have him around and One more thing my friend,JUST say hi to him for me:))ha ha.
have a good time.:)))))
have a good time.:)))))
Dobby wrote: You helped raise a great son! He learned that kindness from someone, you know... :-)
cf wrote: My mom also likes to send me money. I like your story because I, too, sometimes give all of it or a big chunk away, and I felt a bit guilty because my mom intends it for me. But I think I receive so much support, and that people on the street - even if they're drug addicts - might not have the ability to seek, accept or use such help. Your writing you are proud of your son eases my guilt. Haven't told my mom I give it away yet... :-)
Loubops wrote: Thanks for all the kind words! There sure are alot of nice people in this world.
To cf: I don't think your mom will be surprised if you tell her that you donate some of the money she sends you. I suspect she already knows what a kind and caring person you are :) She would most likely be very proud of her unselfish child. I don't know you and I'm proud of you!!
To cf: I don't think your mom will be surprised if you tell her that you donate some of the money she sends you. I suspect she already knows what a kind and caring person you are :) She would most likely be very proud of her unselfish child. I don't know you and I'm proud of you!!
LovesVeggies wrote: What a wonderful 'legacy' you've given the world. Talk about 'pass it on'. How special that your gift of love to family lives on in the next generation!
moybean wrote: I agree with everyone else's statements -- brava for raising a fine son, who must have a terrific mom! Keep spreading kindness!
