I'm pondering the subject of generosity this morning. I've been the recipient of great generosity the past two weeks, and I'm both happy and surprised to be able to tell you that it is alive and well in the heartland!
When the word got out that I'd blown my knee, I had visits from all three of my sisters. Two of them brought me chocolate! *G* Two of them have donated huge amounts of their time to see to it that my household continues to run smoothly.
In addition to the family support, part of our exercise class came to visit one week into our incarceration, bringing coffee, donuts and MORE CHOCOLATE! They gave me the greatest plaque, which I will treasure: "This too shall pass. Now would be good." Boy, does that sound like me!
The exercise class and the Red Hat ladies have e-mailed me and phoned and sent cards. The first two days my knee was immobilized I entertained myself at the computer. The members of the herb group I belong to were VERY gracious about the number of my posts. I had just announced that I was stepping down, handing the ownership to the woman who had really been the manager for the past year, and that I was going to quietly take a back seat. Immediately after that post, I blew my knee With all the time at the computer, I flooded them with posts as I caught up on two months of mail! They were really good sports, and helped me through a difficult couple of days.
So, I'm here to tell you that generosity is a virtue that still exists. People have shared their time, one of the most valuable assets we have in this century, with me. I'm a bit overwhelmed by it all, and VERY grateful.
Comments (8)
What a cool saying on the plaque. I like it!
One must be a friend to have a friend. Often, one's generosity is reflected back to her. You deserve what you get, my friend. (Take that any way you read it--lol!)
Posted by Cop Car | July 6, 2006 1:40 PM
Posted on July 6, 2006 13:40
*S* I think that means that you're going to have one heck of a good time when you come to visit!
Thanks, Cop Car, for the nice thoughts.
Posted by buffy | July 6, 2006 1:41 PM
Posted on July 6, 2006 13:41
what cop car said buffy....what goes around comes around.
Posted by bod | July 6, 2006 4:02 PM
Posted on July 6, 2006 16:02
Because you have been the best of friends, this was easy. I've been waiting a long time to return the service and generosity.
You know I love you . . . more than like a sister.
LS
Posted by Frankie | July 6, 2006 9:14 PM
Posted on July 6, 2006 21:14
You've turned out to be pretty darned special, ya know?? *S*
Posted by buffy | July 7, 2006 12:35 AM
Posted on July 7, 2006 00:35
All right, you two, cut out the lovey-dovey act. We know how sisters really are! Truly, it is wonderful to see siblings who thrive on one another's company and affection. Go for it!
Posted by Cop Car | July 7, 2006 7:40 AM
Posted on July 7, 2006 07:40
Yes, I know the same generosity. I had it for over 6 months last year. Sorry to hear about your knee. I hope you heal fast.
We are so blessed to have friends!
Posted by Susan | July 8, 2006 6:25 PM
Posted on July 8, 2006 18:25
I'm glad you had help when you needed it, Susan. I could have gone days at a time without needing to go out, but my mother is dependant upon me to get her to hair and nail appointments, to the library, to exercise, to the doc, and the store. For HER, I would have worried if we didn't have help. She was a big help to me, making sure I had enough to eat and drink the first week or so.
Posted by buffy | July 9, 2006 4:15 PM
Posted on July 9, 2006 16:15