As a father, I find most of my blessings stem from my kids. I know that sounds obvious but they bless me in so many ways. Here is an example:
On Sunday we drove past a homeless man sitting on a bench. All of us noticed him but I don't remember anyone in the car said anything. As we exited the vehicle, my daughter Dani found a five dollar bill near the curb. As she turned to me with the five in her hand, I could see it in her eyes - I simply said "do you want to give it to him?" She nodded and ran the 1/2 block to man handing him the five dollar bill.
I know this act of kindness could be seen as a blessing for only the homeless man who now can buy a cup of coffee on a chilly morning. I know it was a blessing for Dani as well to be able to selflessly give to someone in need.
More than that, I think I was blessed most of all. Knowing that my little girl, who is saving for a DSi, was willing to help another human being - selflessly as she did, without hesitation, filled me with joy and pride to know her. Being her dad is icing on the cake!
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