What a sad story!
I too was guilty of being self centered and unfeeling as a child, but not anywhere near this level of cruelty or disrespect.
If the story is true, I’m reminded that we, in a 1st World Country take so much for granted. Most of us just presume that Organ Banks will be able to provide as needed, especially for something as basic as eyes. Most of us presume our insurance will cover most of it.
It’s a very sweet story and it’s the kind of ‘parable’ that makes you think about what is important and how you lose sight of it when you get too wrapped up in yourself. But at the same time, I’m pretty sure it’s a sweet, made up story so I wouldn’t feel too bad for the (fictional) mom.
By the way, interesting that Seoul is mentioned in the story. There’s a very similar story told in a Korean music video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8SxlzW1468
True or not, tears came to my eyes. Nowadays, many would NOT be moved by a story like this. We live in a selfish, self-centered society. It’s time for “good news” to dot the airwaves. . .oh wait a minute. . .that doesn’t sell papers or advertising.