Occasionally I need to be reminded that there are still nice and loving people on this planet.
Taking care of widows and fatherless children is one of the great virtues listed multiple times in the bible.
As a side note: When I was in a band, for some years we followed a tradition we called “valenslimes” - we would buy a number of trinkets like those small boxes of candy (all EXACTLY the same, of course!) and distribute them to our punk rock female fans. They loved it! (And let’s face it - if any of these chicks are still alive, they’re all widows by now!)
This my wedding anniversary.
The first in 37 years without my wife.
I could use some flowers.
So inspirational. Great post!
Valentines Day can be very lonely.
‘“It’s our job to show our kids how to be human,” she said. “And if we all were just a little bit more selfless and thought a little more about other people, I think this would be a whole different world.”’
A great statement! With indulged kids with their own cell phones and other trappings, learning to be more selfless would balance out the indulgence a bit.
This is really nice! I sent my sister-in-law a Valentine’s card, and she got it today. It’s her first one without my brother. They were married for 49 years. Still gets me. It’s been almost 6 months without him. Devastating to all of us, but her especially.
How very sweet. Thanks for this.
Diana - have a question. Do you give to the same people every year as well as to the new ones?
Lovely story. Thank you for posting it.