Everyday at our cottage we have often some surprise or other!
On the republic day, 26th January, there was a sudden gush of water from the water stream going through our property. Hearing a loud sound of water gushing, when I went down to the property adjacent to the water stream, I noticed that there was a gaping hole on the wall of the stream, causing a heavy leak. This had already caused a five feet deep soil erosion and flooding of the property.
Although there was small leak along the wall of the stream, it was the first time, it has caused so much of damage and serious concern about more damage.
As the officials came to inspect the sight almost immediately and promised to regulate the flow into the stream, till the repairs are done, I was reminded of what happened to me last year when I had chest pain and needed by-pass surgery. Both were unexpected events. On both occasions, there was some damage or dislocation.
On both of these occasions, there was much support and care even more than what I expected. What lessened the stress and anxiety on both of these occasions was the generous help and offer of support.
Most of us are often faced with unexpected situations which can cause a threat or anxiety to us. What can reduce the impact of this is the friendly and caring support!
I wish, more and more of us would take upon us the role of being ''Good Samaritans' to people around us, whether we know them or not!
Yesterday, while leaving the car parked in the air port parking area, I left one window opened. A few minutes later, while we were waiting at arrival lounge for Amy and Eatan to arrive from Ludhiana, a kind gentle man came towards us to tell that the car window was opened. He disappeared even before we took notice of him to than him enough!
M.C.Mathew(text and photo)
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