Take a Moment to Help Someone in Need: Off Topic

Count your blessings and help someone less fortunate.

If only we were all so lucky

It’s hot in Texas. The prior week it hit 105 degrees, regarding 10 degrees warmer than normal for this time of year. I’ve complained aloud over the past week regarding the heat. My wife and I have even discussed packing up our bags and heading to a cooler climate such as Seattle.

I’ve complained when my home’s air conditioning struggled to keep the temperature down. I’ve complained regarding how steamy the car is when I first get into it. I’ve complained regarding walking the dog.

This afternoon I was lying on the couch reading a magazine, staring up at the ceiling fan. Then it hit me. I’m seriously complaining when the temperature in my house is a degree above what I want it to be? I complain regarding how my Acura is hot to sit in? I’m lucky to have air conditioning and a nice car.

I quickly searched for a way to help others out. I found a local charity that collects fans for the elderly and made a donation.

So next time you’re complaining regarding how rough things are, take a moment to realize how great you have it. And while you’re at it, donate what is surely a negligible regarding of your money to someone who really needs it.