What has happened to our country? Why is the face of our country like an angry child? When I was a child, I was told “If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all.” Now that may seem simplistic, but I think we should have the saying come back. And let’s start at the top shall we? Mr. President, you are not what I want my child looking up to. You show no empathy, kindness or courtesy. You have encouraged a world of bullies. A world where women and minorities are again second class citizens. Not that we had climbed out very far, but there had been progress. Now though, now I look to other countries for empathy, kindness and courtesy, because I certainly am not finding it at home at least not in my leadership.
Months ago my daughter had put together kits to hand out to the homeless. She had done this with her girl scout troop. Today, I finally gave these to some homeless men. They were so kind to me. KIND TO ME!!! They are the ones struggling and were so thankful. I was truly humbled. I know the kits are just little things; snacks and toiletries. I may have given these items to them, but they were the ones who evoked empathy, kindness and courtesy. I only wish I had done it sooner. I only wish helping the homeless drove headlines over tweets from a “reality star cum President”.
But I will not be part of the problem. I will be the solution. I will learn from those who taught me. If you can’t say anything nice don’t say anything at all. Instead, give to those who deserve more. The homeless in your community. You may even meet the empathy, kindness and courtesy you have been looking for.