Saturday, June 28, 2014

The Kindness of a Teenager

"It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are."
-- e.e. cummings

Teenagers are notoriously self-absorbed, but one of my children has a friend who gives teenagers a good name with her kindness.  She actually thinks of others and anticipates others' needs.  One day as I supervised a group of them at the pool, I was going to sit down, but noticed that the chair was wet.  Before I could grab a towel, she said, "You can sit on my towel."  If she sees me cleaning up or carrying things, she will ask me if I need help.  This teenager has many terrific qualities and her kindness is one that truly stands out.

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