Have some elderly neghbors that we sporadicly keep in touch with. I feel close to them because they are kindred spirits, and although plagued with age and poor health, they are chasing their dreams. For that, I respect them immensely.
We found out he has been diagnosed with cancer, and she has had a hard time re-entering the work force. Times must be difficult.
I called and ordered a fairly large gift certificate for Walmart to be delivered to them, and did it annonymously, pretending
they won a drawing, and convinced Walmart to go along with it.
It worked, and they got it, and as far as I know, they don’t suspect.
If nothing else, I am glad it gave them a small glimmer of hope, and a “good” experience at a time in their lives when they have had more than their share of “bad” ones…
There, but ‘fore the face of God, go I