So, this is pleasantly weird. As I was reviewing my daughter's homework last night there was a knock at the door. An elderly man asked me if I was in the military. He was concerned that I was furloughed and struggling with bills. He offered me an envelop. I thanked him several times and explained that I was not in the military but a civilian employee of the military, that I was not furloughed, and that I couldn't accept his gift (although I sincerely appreciated his kind offer). I am sure he can find someone who can use the assistance. Certainly not a typical event on a Thursday night. +1 for humanity.
I relayed this occurrence to my co-workers earlier this morning, and everyone asked how much money was in the envelop. I said I didn't know, but the envelop was thick. No one could understand why I didn't take the money. I said it was because I didn't qualify for the generosity the man was offering even if I was furloughed. Now people are acting like I'm stupid for not taking it. Jeezus, people! No way do I accept something I don't deserve. And especially not with my daughter right there. -1 for humanity.
I relayed this occurrence to my co-workers earlier this morning, and everyone asked how much money was in the envelop. I said I didn't know, but the envelop was thick. No one could understand why I didn't take the money. I said it was because I didn't qualify for the generosity the man was offering even if I was furloughed. Now people are acting like I'm stupid for not taking it. Jeezus, people! No way do I accept something I don't deserve. And especially not with my daughter right there. -1 for humanity.
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