Off Topic: Take a Moment to Help Someone in Need
Sunday, June 28th, 2009
Count your blessings and help someone less fortunate.
It’s hot in Texas. Last week it hit 105 degrees, about 10 degrees warmer than normal for this time of year. I’ve complained aloud over the past week about the heat. My wife and I have even discussed packing up our bags and heading to a cooler climate such as Seattle.
I’ve complained when my home’s air conditioning struggled to keep the temperature down. I’ve complained about how steamy the car is when I first get into it. I’ve complained about walking the dog.
This afternoon I was lying on the couch reading a magazine, staring up at the ceiling fan. Then it hit me. I’m seriously complaining when the temperature in my house is a degree above what I want it to be? I complain about how my Acura is hot to sit in? I’m lucky to have air conditioning and a nice car.
I quickly searched for a way to help others out. I found a local charity that collects fans for the elderly and made a donation.
So next time you’re complaining about how rough things are, take a moment to realize how great you have it. And while you’re at it, donate what is surely a negligible about of your money to someone who really needs it.
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Well said. Thanks for the perspective check.
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