Really, super poor people.

[chickensducks&agoose]

They're much worse off than we are. and my brother gave us propane for a Christmas present. DH works, but when he got sent to afghanistan, he took a major pay cut. he'll be back soon, and things should get better for us. In no way am I saying we're doing awesomely, and are ready to take on another family's financial problems. but I think that no matter how poor we are, we can be helpful to others.

Proverbs 11:24-25
One man gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty. A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.

 

[knjinnm]

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Me too. Boehner and McConnell just got them a tax break so they should be OK.

 

[turney31]

 

[Beekissed]

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Yeah,give them 50 bucks--after all,your brother will pay your propane bill.

I hope that wasn't said sarcastically.....if so, that was a horrible thing to say. If not, I apologize.

I think the OP has a wonderful heart and it's definitely in the right place. God loves a cheerful giver and says that anyone who gives in this manner will have it returned to them in full measure, shaken down and running over.

It's really not about affording to help someone or not....when you see someone in greater need than you have, it should be just the thing you do. We came into this world naked and we will surely leave it the same way...until then, we are here to help each other along the way. I've often given away money I couldn't afford to lose....but it always works out that I could afford it anyway because God took care of me anyway.

I agree with the OP whole-heartedly....if you possibly CAN help, then you should. Bless you for trying to shine a light in the lives of these people...you never know just what your kindness will do. Enough kindness like yours can move mountains, change lives, change future events.

As for poor people not being able to own dogs if they can't feed their children....I agree that the children come first and one shouldn't own animals if they cannot afford food. BUT...imagine you have your family dogs and have had them for years...and you hit hard times. Could any of you bear to part with them? Could you just give them away to never see them again? What about when you got back on your feet....would you yearn for the dogs you lost?

Love is love, folks. I don't love my dogs more than children and would gladly give them up to save a child...but you don't often have to make that choice in America. There is always help out there for hungry children in this country if one only avails themselves of it....there appears to be more than just poverty in this home~I agree with the post about some psychosocial issues or drug abuse of some kind. Sometimes it is just a lifestyle carried down through generations and is normal to these people.

For the OP....may God bless your giving spirit and warm heart. I wish you lived in my neighborhood!!

 

[chickensducks&agoose]

ps. we heat mainly with wood. for free.

 

[WVchick71]

That is the problem with this world people that want to only look out for themselves! I also applaud you and I believe that God will surely bless you for what you are doing! Merry Christmas to you and yours!

 

[jennh]

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Me too. Boehner and McConnell just got them a tax break so they should be OK.

So how did this turn into a political post?

Jen

 

[Hound]

I can't begin to imagine how some people can be so bitter about giving. The way I see it, if someone needs help i'll help them. If they're lazy, an addict, a conman or whatever, let God be their judge. I'd rather help someone that didn't need it than refuse to help someone who did.

 

[muddyhorse]

Help them

I have been there

when my parents divorced we lost the house. we were homeless we moved in with another family. Dad ruined moms credit eventually we found some body willing to rent to us. the previous renters simply left trash where it was ( we dug through it and found $ 250 worth of beer cans) the cat didn't have a litter box but it had a roof a leaky one but hey. I had a growth spurt that year and had only two pairs of pants that fit. food stamps can not be used for soap shampoo TP ect. Government peanut butter tastes like the peanut butter in a resses cup. the secretary at my new school found out how we were living and would leave things in my locker she was a god send. I remember my mom crying when she sent home foil. My mom went back to school while working full time and tutoring on the side. 15 years later we are now doing great and every year we adopt a family at christmas and send supplies to the school.

 

[PaulaJoAnne]

I want to make an observation here.
Two days ago, my husband and I hit a moose on the highway.
It is a true miracle we were not killed, never mind the fact that we walked away with just small cuts and bruises.

Here is the crazy thing.
We both had blood all over ourselves, standing outside a toally smashed car in below zero weather.
Guess how many cars just drove on by, without even slowing down?
At least a dozen.
How many stopped to check on us?
One. And that was after about 5 had flown on by.

I am getting strong vibe on this thread that is reinforcing what we experinced.

Look out for yourself, and forget anyone else.