Helping Hand

I saw this on my way out to lunch today and though it was a small thing I was really touched by it. I saw an elderly Asian man carrying two fold-up chairs and a heavy bag struggling to get on and off an esculator. I then saw 5 strangers, two Indian guys, an older white couple, and a younger hipster girl all rush to help him and offer a hand. The old man was so appreciative and couldn’t speak any English (I think) but started bowing to say thanks to them. The smiles on the these strangers faces and their willingness to help made me think that there really are nice and decent people out there. I am recently going through depression and seeing this sort of random act of kindness to people no matter what race or age, really warmed my heart.
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New Orleans Recovery

Over the summer my youth group went to New Orleans to help the families still struggling from the after effects of hurricane Katrina. Even though the tragedy happened years ago, many houses and areas are still waiting to be rebuilt. My youth group helped finish houses by painting them, putting siding on, and fixing roofs. Many people are aware of third world countries that need help but don't realize here in the US places still need help too.
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