If Everyone Cared

Would the world be a better place if everyone cared?
The art of giving…is it an art?
Or would some take advantage?

It is heartwarming if you receive an act of kindness. Both humans and animals have the quality of kindness.
However, I became puzzled at this news item about Orca whales.

Why are Orcas giving humans presents?

I have to say I haven’t always been pleased to accept some gifts. A neighbor’s cat kept dropping dead birds on my doormat…that was horrible.
However, when my dog looked quizzically at me one day and gave me his bone to eat, I realized it meant a lot to offer a smelly bone, and he was delighted I accepted it.

Is present-giving always an act of kindness? I’m afraid not!
Remember, the Trojan horse masked an attack. Remember receiving gifts from an unsuitable suitor…ugh.
I am guilty of giving on occasion to achieve a goal. I have given my difficult director a present that he loved to calm troubled waters…it worked.
And yet, two families sort of adopted me and gave me a home when I needed one…an appreciated selfless act.
The first occasion was…I viewed an apartment I couldn't afford, it was beautiful. The couple sat me down with a cup of tea… Do you like it? I explained I did but it was somewhat out of my means.
The reply was…We like you, you may have the apartment for six months and only pay the phone and utilities till you get on your feet. That was a family I became part of.
The guy was a famous writer who had escaped Poland in the war, and was proud to have twenty of us around his Christmas dinner table, as well as his own family.

The Buddha said…
If you are given a present and you don’t accept it, who does it belong to?

The ritual of present giving at Christmas or Easter is not one that is always enjoyable. It’s become commercial, and sometimes an unwanted pressure of giving, when perhaps you are financially stretched and maybe not really have a good relationship with someone.

Cute Baby Opening Birthday Presents - Londyn

It’s a joy watching genuine delight at present opening.

Nickleback - If Everyone Cared

Cliff Richard - It’s Christmas Time

Time to sparkle in gold sequins!?LOL

Marshmello and Halsey - Be Kind

So what is your ‘take’ on kindness and giving?
Memes, gifs, ideas, proverbs, quotes and music appreciated. Is it always good to give or should we give more?
Chat with friends.
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Thank you.

Lian and Kieran