Breakfast Kindness

--by James L., posted Feb 25, 2007

I grew up in a very poor family. Both my parents worked various odd jobs just to pay the rent, so I rarely had breakfast.

I was in Grade 4 and I passed out in class. I woke up in the nurse's room and after answering many questions, they figured out that a poor nutrition was the cause of my fainting.

Two university students volunteered at our school to tutor us in English. After learning that many of the students didn't eat breakfast or lunch on a regular basis, they started a committee to fundraise for a breakfast and lunch program. After only a few weeks, I was able to eat healthy regular meals.

I am forever grateful to Keith and Helen, for making a difference in the lives of young children. I know that Keith went on to become a social worker, and Helen became a teacher. If they are reading this, I want to thank them again, for all they did for my classmates and me.

Acts of kindness don't have to hit the front pages of the newspapers, or receive awards. But I wanted to share this experience, because it really made a difference in my life.

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Posted by James L.
Feb 25, 2007
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Readers Comments

Aiya wrote: That's a wonderful act of kindness that may even have saved the lives of some of those children. God bless them and their efforts. :)

afriendlysmile wrote: Hi James
Really heart warming story.
Just goes to show how an act of kindness leaves a deep impression on peoples lives.

And how much it is appreciated by a caring person.

Afriendlysmile from England

raqui wrote: This story almost made me cry because to often children are forgotten. It shows that people have a heart and really make big moves.

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