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I can't stand the thought of people being forced to beg for money, even though a good number of them may be swindlers. That won't stop my kindness.One Sunday afternoon, I was on my way to a bus stop. When I walked on the sidewalk, someone blocked my way. It was a man. His face was dirty and his hair was not very neat. His clothes were rather grungy. I was terribly frightened by this man.
In a low voice, he said to me, "I have run out of all my money, and now I can't go back home. Could you please give me some money?"
I wondered if he was telling the truth. But despite my doubts, I just couldn't stop my heart from going out to him. From the looks of his face, I guessed that he had been refused by others many times. So I gave him some money and wished for him to get home soon.
"Thanks," he replied, in a still low but lighter voice. And with a slight sense of happiness and gratitude.
Regardless of whether he was a swindler or an honest person in need, I will never regret my decision to give to him.
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f I had to choose between kindness and money, I choose kindness.
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- Posted by Seor
- Sep 13, 2013
- Comments (11)
Readers Comments
ChristineAZ wrote: Good for you. I've been in same situation and i say if they aren't being honest it's between that person and god.
Aparna Iyer wrote: Ive also been told to not give money and it is in times like these that i try and buy them a meal and yes i do slip in a little money too with a wish of that it helps the receiver! And what you shared of giving money is an act of reaching out and extending a hand above everything else! Stay blessed and hope you continue to touch lives :)
rkanani wrote: When we think of "giving" often we think about money. How do we give ourselves instead?
camela.hicks wrote: I love that you did this. I have always found my heart to be a good guide. There are enough cautionary warnings; we can't let our fear govern what we do or we end up warped to the negative. Blessings on you!
shadedragon wrote: Thank you for giving your gift despite the risk, for even though there are many who do take, some truly do need, and those are the people who, even if indirectly, you have shared kindness with <3
Dobby wrote: Glad you decided to err on the side of mercy. However, I don't know how old you are Seor, I get the impression you're young. Just be mindful of your surroundings. There are swindlers out there and worse. Just some mom concern here, that's all.
FairyBubbles wrote: I love what you did - it was beautiful. (((HUG)))
Mish wrote: I also give when in doubt but agree with Dobby that caution is something to be considered.
jsmc10 wrote: I know it can be hard and you can be hesitant to help people like this, I know I would be, but I am glad that you took the courage to help him :)
Bluxess wrote: We often forget that it was never about the other ... It is always about ourselves ... Always :-) Thanks for being the shining example.
