John Downsized Doe

Today in the "dear abby" column a writer complained about being totally dropped from the friendly circle of his former workmates when the now common casualty of downsizing hit him. Not only was he unemployed, he became friendless. Of course, he had family and a spouse who still stood by him to validate him. However, he was crushed by the loss of friends. I will call this John Doe my unsung hero for today. Because, he has turned readers inward to think of how they may need to respond to such a person among their acquaintance. His "heads up" will remind readers that they do indeed need to treat others as they would like to be treated themselves. And, the loss of work is not a catchy disease, as prevalent as it is in America today. Fun and friendship can continue without costing a single cent. A walk, a talk, a listening ear, are all tax free and reciprocal. It has been my experience that kindness is like seed money. Always returned in a multiplied fashion, many, many times over. I'm sorry that John Doe's former workmates missed out on this special opportunity for happiness. Read Ps.67:1. Lord be merciful to John Doe, and to me.