To do something for someone else....

I just read a book and like many it tells the story of triumph over evil where the main character miraculously overcomes life’s hardships, trials and tribulations. Every time I read one of those books, I sit and cry thinking that there really are wonderful and fabulous people out there who are willing to open up their hearts to care for another in their time of need. The last book I read showed how this woman’s uncle really stood by her side even when she was down in the dumps. He never turned on her and said ‘forget you’. Sometimes he took a step a way to let her get better but he was always available in her time of need. When she was in a completely helpless state, she turned to someone she barely knew and he believed in her. He believed that she could overcome her problems and stood by her side every step of the way.
I look at my parents and the wonderful qualities that they possess. I know that if I ever needed help my parents would drop everything and rush to my side. Have no fear, I have been and continue to be admonished when I am doing the wrong thing but when I want to better myself, my parents are always there to help me on my way. It is often difficult for me and I’m sure many others to see the blessings that they are bestowed. If one were to look around and see the wonderful people in their lives and emulate them, I truly believe this world would be a better place. I often wish there were more people like that in my life, which were willing to cut you some slack so you could make it in life. Someone who was willing to cover up when you’ve made unintentional mistakes and help you strive to achieve higher heights; Or simply someone who is willing to find joy in your successes.
Unfortunately, I see more and more every day that people like these are hard to come by. I admire them and hope and dream that someday I can touch their soul and help them the same way I needed or wanted to be helped.