Writing challenge
Pay Kindness Forward
Making a difference by being kind to others is soul food.
Can kindness be a superpower?
I believe kindness is a magic tool that can make a positive difference in the life of others. In this short article, I will explain why I believe this based on events from my teenage years.
My parents had many friends and acquaintances although we lived on a small farm that was a bit secluded. When things didn’t go to plan and we needed extra help, people from our community were ready to assist.
On these occasions, mom went into overdrive and cooked up a storm to serve everyone lunch or dinner, or both. They also left with a gift from the farm orchard or our vegetable garden.
A neighbor helped us out regularly when we needed an extra hand at the farm. He was in desperate need of helpers during harvesting season. As a sulking teenager, I did not want to help out, simply because I was not in the mood on that specific day.
I preferred to rather stay at home or go for a walk with my dog, “Spot.” My mom gave me some words of wisdom that…
