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#71267 - 12/17/05 05:10 PM Re: Burst bubble
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Di, a couple of years ago I befriended a needy family. After they started receiving all the gifts she began to question my motives. I was really hurt because she was wondering what I expected in return. I told her I wanted nothing but only to help her and her family.

She admitted to me that no one was ever that kind and giving to her without wanting something back. She did apologize for her misconceptions about me and has since been graciously accepting of everything I give to her.

Maybe this is in the mind of the "receiver" in your case. Of course, everyone is different and you can't really know for sure.

I think you are doing everything right and because it's with the best of intentions.

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#71268 - 12/17/05 05:18 PM Re: Burst bubble
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People aren't used to other's giving with no strings attached. But it is the best way to give.

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#71269 - 12/23/05 11:41 PM Re: Burst bubble
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Right....no strings.

When I see DSD, I will share with her the reasons why each one gave. When I was in my mid 30's I learned how to be a receiver. To bless someone else is the neatest thing, isn't it?

I now realize that the people who gave to them did this for ME. Funny......I planted seeds years ago and this is the fruit. And, did not even know it at the time.

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