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Re: [OM] Random acts of kindness

Subject: Re: [OM] Random acts of kindness
From: Chuck Norcutt <chucknorcutt@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:41:03 -0400
Thanks for the uplifting words, Bill.

Chuck Norcutt


NSURIT@xxxxxxx wrote:
> Perhaps it is the nature of being a human being to see the negative.
>  
> I find it much more interesting to remember the times when I knew or  
> suspected that some act of kindness made a difference.  That it made a  
> difference to me, in my life, is an absolute.  
>  
> The act of kindness has often been something that had no monetary  value 
> and yet was priceless.  Connect with another who is doing a thankless  job in 
> a way that has them be special and see how it changes the moment for them  . 
> . . and for you.  Lift someone's spirit and help to put a smile on their  
> face and see what a difference it makes for each of you. Try doing that 
> everyday  for a week, a month, a year . . . 
>  
> Forgive those who you feel have slighted you by not acknowledging your  
> gifts.
>  
> Forgive yourself for holding the resentments about the perceived  slights.
>  
> My experience of life is that I've been amazed by the kindness and  
> generosity of others. 
>  
> In my wildest dreams, I could never have imagined the kindness and  
> generosity others have shown me.
>  
> That, I find most interesting.
>  
> Bill Barber 
>  
>  
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