Helping Others Also Helps You

@CarolDM (203422)

Nashville, Tennessee

June 15, 2022 11:51am CST

Enjoyed coffee earlier in one of my favorite mugs. No drama, peaceful and relaxing kind of day. Sunshine and heat again today and all week. Maybe some rain on Friday. Little things in life are the best. Seeing my cats sleep and staying cool makes me happy. Helping others in need also makes my day. Saw a news story of a single father and his three daughters in an apartment not far away. No money for air conditioning. He doesn't qualify for assistance due to his job. A donation was sent to him anonymously and he now has a brand new window AC. His family is very happy. Photo is mine. A surprise gift enjoyed.

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@Marilynda1225 (82710)

• United States

15 Jun 22

It's always uplifting to hear of a "good news" story when we're bombarded with so much bad news. I hope he and his daughters enjoy their a/c and what a nice gesture by that anonymous person.

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@Kandae11 (54986)

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15 Jun 22

Are you that anonymous person? I won't be surprised, you are kind hearted.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jun 22

@Kandae11 What a kind thing to say. Thank you.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jun 22

It made my day to see this story in more ways than you know.

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@Juliaacv (51103)

• Canada

15 Jun 22

What a wonderful story, it does a heart good to read that king of joy. Its hot and muggy here but I have the a/c going so the temperature is 21C in here. I have to wear my fur lined moccasins its so cold in here.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jun 22

Yes it did me good in so many ways. I hope to help others eventually. I love it being cool inside.

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@Juliaacv (51103)

• Canada

15 Jun 22

@CarolDM I have it turned lower then I like to keep my mind distracted-I don't feel well today. I hope that it passes.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jun 22

@Juliaacv Oh dear. I hope you feel lots better soon too.

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@much2say (55562)

• Los Angeles, California

15 Jun 22

What a sweet cup - with a bluebird on it too! Yep - appreciate the little things in life. I'm glad that family will be more comfortable in this heat, thanks to a little help from a generous person

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@much2say (55562)

• Los Angeles, California

16 Jun 22

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jun 22

Thank you. There is a story about this special mug. A gift from a friend.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

16 Jun 22

@much2say A nice backstory and this song goes way back.

@sjvg1976 (41281)

• Delhi, India

16 Jun 22

So kind of you.

It's always a sort of satisfaction we get when we can help others.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

16 Jun 22

Thanks I was happy he could be helped. A great feeling for sure.

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@LadyDuck (471354)

• Switzerland

16 Jun 22

Thank you for sharing this heartwarming story. Rich people could do a lot for those who cannot afford a decent life.

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@LadyDuck (471354)

• Switzerland

17 Jun 22

@CarolDM You are so right, sometimes we can donate things that we do not use, but that are precious for others.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

16 Jun 22

You are welcome. It was my pleasure to help. You don't have to be rich to help.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

17 Jun 22

@LadyDuck Very true. I have done it many times.

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@JudyEv (339576)

• Rockingham, Australia

16 Jun 22

It is so nice to hear stories like this but sometimes it seems there are just so many in need.

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@JudyEv (339576)

• Rockingham, Australia

16 Jun 22

@CarolDM Yes, one at a time is a good way to look at it.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

16 Jun 22

@JudyEv That is my attitude about life in general.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

16 Jun 22

There are many in need. Who do you help first? One at a time.

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@GardenGerty (160626)

• United States

16 Jun 22

I love the mug, and I also love kindness. I hope the rest of your week is wonderful.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

16 Jun 22

Thank you.

@snowy22315 (180459)

• United States

15 Jun 22

That is wonderful!

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jun 22

Indeed it was a happy time for all.

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@kaylachan (69370)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

15 Jun 22

I am happy to hear that father now has a window unit. It's something at least. Our AC has been working overtime due to this heat wave.

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@kaylachan (69370)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

15 Jun 22

@CarolDM I assume you're getting the same heat wave we are?

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jun 22

It has made their year they said. Same here with the AC working overtime.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jun 22

@kaylachan Yes we are. Over 100 degrees heat index all week.

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@RebeccasFarm (89861)

• Arvada, Colorado

16 Jun 22

Nice of someone to donate. I am sweltering here it is nearly 100F today.

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@RebeccasFarm (89861)

• Arvada, Colorado

16 Jun 22

@CarolDM And hotter tomorrow..I have a system to try to help. I thank God I am strong enough to survive it.

so far that is.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

17 Jun 22

@RebeccasFarm That sounds good, you are in my thoughts.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

16 Jun 22

Thanks. Stay cool if you can.

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@1creekgirl (41392)

• United States

15 Jun 22

Generosity is often its own reward. I know that family is so thankful. God blesses those who bless others.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jun 22

Yes I believe that as well. To see his face and his daughter's faces light up was worth it all.

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@Shiva49 (26665)

• Singapore

16 Jun 22

That is what humanity is about. I have a few donations arranged through regular bank transfers which I still continue even after being retired as I feel I can somehow make it work still. Counting my blessings make my day. I look at what I have than what others have.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

16 Jun 22

Totally agree with you. Good for you and your help as well. A great attitude you have.

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@ihasaquestion (8274)

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16 Jun 22

That is just awesome. I love beautiful stories like this where humanity shines through.

I may have a cuppa too later.

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@ihasaquestion (8274)

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17 Jun 22

@CarolDM Yes, that's so true.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

17 Jun 22

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

17 Jun 22

I have to agree with you. A great feeling to help others.

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@Nakitakona (56486)

• Philippines

17 Jun 22

That donor of AC has great pity to that single father.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

17 Jun 22

Yes it was a good feeling.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

18 Jun 22

@Nakitakona I totally agree with you. So true.

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@Nakitakona (56486)

• Philippines

17 Jun 22

@CarolDM There are still good and generous people lurking somewhere to extend their invaluable help for they have that kind giving attitude. They know that it's more blessed to give than to receive.

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@marlina (154131)

• Canada

17 Jun 22

That's wonderful.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

17 Jun 22

Thanks I agree.

@moffittjc (121548)

• Gainesville, Florida

16 Jun 22

I love hearing or reading stories about anonymous people helping out others. There is still good left in this world!

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

16 Jun 22

Thanks Jeff. I think so as well.

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@cacay1 (83437)

• Cagayan De Oro, Philippines

16 Jun 22

You got very nice neighbors extending their helping hands. God bless them for the good deed.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

16 Jun 22

These were not neighbors but on the local news. Nice story. Glad to help.

@Rashnag (30592)

• Surat, India

16 Jun 22

Glad to know. Your mug is nice. Hope you enjoyed your coffee. It's always good if we can help others. Have a good day. Take care

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

16 Jun 22

Thank you.

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@Hytton03 (5451)

• Philippines

17 Jun 22

Happy to hear this finally new ac for them.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

17 Jun 22

Yes it was a happy story.

Aiana Martins de Almeida Dutra

• Belo Horizonte, Brazil

16 Jun 22

This is one of those days that I call "peace day". You don't need anything. You just wake up feeling good and there is no way to explain it. Love the mug. You can't help everyone, but you can always help in some way those who are on your side.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

16 Jun 22

Very true words. I try to have peace in all of my days.