The Impact We Have On Others

[Bill Hudson]

Folks,

I'm not sharing this for a round of "Atta Boys," I'm sharing it to show the impact we have on others, often we don't even know the extent of the impact.

A neighbor couple are in their early eighties and are a marvel of determination and independence. He is totally blind and she is physically limited by a heart condition. Thus they are limited in some of the outside activities necessary to maintain their home.

I have, for several years, plowed their snow (quality seat time at its best) and within the last 3 or 4 years mowed their lawn. I stopped for a visit today and as we were setting on the patio he made a statement that blew me away. "If it weren't for you mowing the grass and plowing the snow, we would be living in a condominium." My response was (in addition to Thank you), "You would be like a caged animal, if you lived in a condo." He said the he would.

I know that, with this group, I'm preaching to the choir. However, keep helping folks out because you are making differences in peoples' lives.

No Atta boys, please.

Bill

[Barnyard]

Bill, I know you well enough that you never ask for thanks for all the kindness you show to others. However, I will thank you for posting this to remind us our kindness to others shows whether we are watching or not.

[Slim140]

Thank you for sharing this Bill, you may have made several peoples weekend better by posting this

[ricky racer]

I'm really proud to be part of this group and this is just another reason why....

[Winfield Dave]

OK, no "attaboys".
But I will say this - I am grateful to know you, Bill, and grateful for all you do for others.

[Steve-N-Tn]

Bill, to practice brotherhood honor rural opportunities and responsibilities, and develop those qualities of leadership--- You live by the creed and its a pleasure to know you!! THANKS for sharing!!