Depression…A Time For Giving
One thing that can always be counted on is the American spirit, which overrides everything else. In the times of the Great Depression, those who were down on their luck, would look to those that were better off for help. In these uncertain times, it is important to remember those who are less fortunate than us. It is important to realize that even if you are needing to cut back, there are those who are hungry and who are unable to feed their families now. It used to be that we would send off our aid around the globe to help others in need, but now more than ever there are people right here who are in need of our help and support.
The thing about the needy is that they are not all wearing signs or standing on the street corners. As a matter of fact, many of those who are truly in need, would never dream of degrading themselves and their families like that. A recent survey showed that at least 1 in 8 American’s does not have enough to eat. The statistics for those without health insurance is even more bleak. Whether they be a neighbor, clerk at the local store, or a nearby friend, your help is needed. Often, when times get tough, people begin to hoard, worried about the future. It is important that in these difficult financial times, that we reach out to one another, trying desperately to see the need in someone elses eyes. It is extremely important that we not turn our thought away from those less fortunate than ourselves. This is the time for us to show the loving spirit that connects us all, so take some time and donate today. Whether it is food, clothing or money, dig deep to help someone who is truly in need. We can make a difference together.
Finances Getting You Down…It Could Be Worse
These days finances are on the minds of most American’s and probably a lot of our international counterparts as well. We are all thinking, how will we make it, will we be able to make ends meet, or are we going to be facing unemployment over the coming years? Well, I know personally many a day, I will wish that I had more, as I am sure is where a lot of people are at. Wishing that you were one of the wealthiest people in the world, so you just didn’t have to give money another thought…Am I Right?
More money may not be the answer as a recent trend around the globe is showing wealthy businessmen committing suicide due to the tough financial times. Personally, I think it is very sad that so many men are defining themselves in such a way that without money they are completely useless to their families and to society in general. Sure we all know that men tend to identify with being the bread winner and that is there primary role in most families, however isn’t it sad that these big wig executives are leaving behind wives and children without even so much as a second thought about. Perhaps they only seem to have it all, but I can assure you that these children would have been better off to have a father in their lives, even if they had to live a meager lifestyle. Someone to show them that when the going gets tough, the tough get going, and not check out.
I quite honestly am glad that I don’t have so much money that to be penniless would devastate me or cause me to kill myself. I have my family and that is where my priorities lie. Let’s focus on all that we do have in this life and not just the money, after all it is really just green paper…isn’t it?