Yesterday I was sitting feeling low over my illness when there was a knock on the door. On the doorstep was a stranger bearing three gifts. “Merry Xmas” said the stranger. “I’m a neighbour,” pointing vaguely down the road before leaving. “Who was it?” I asked, surprised. “Never seen him before,” replied my husband, opening the card. “From Santa” it said. What a kind gesture! OH said he would look out for the man to thank him properly but I’m not sure we’ll see him again. Tonight the 8th Chanukah candle will be lit, coinciding with Xmas. I like the fact that the Hindus and the Jewish people both have festivals of light when candles are lit. Last night, as we do every year, we exchanged a gift with our Hindu neighbours across the road. I congratulated them on the UK having its first Hindu Prime Minister in Rishi Sunak. It seems to me that this world would be a better place if we could all respect one another, irrespective of differences in faith. It matters not what you wear on your head; the important thing is what’s in your heart and soul. How you treat others in this world is crucial. So, as you rush around trying to do everything in your life, try not to be exclusively concerned with your own ‘agenda’. That driver who cut you up on the ringroad might be suffering all kinds of problems. Be kind, just like the Samaritan who rang our doorbell yesterday.
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That’s so amazing!
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