17/07/2024
A man was asked to paint a boat. He brought his paint brushes and began to paint the boat with a bright color red as the owner had requested.
While painting, he noticed a small hole down the bottom, so he fixed it and continue painting.
When done, the owner paid him, got his money and left.
The next day, the owner of the boat came to the painter and gave him additional amount, much higher than what he paid before.
The painter was surprised and said “You've already paid me for painting the boat Sir!”
“But this is not for the paint job. It's for repairing the hole in the boat.”
“Ah! it's nothing Sir, just a small service... certainly you're paying me such big amount for something so insignificant.”
“My dear friend, you do not understand. Let me tell you what happened:
“When I asked you to paint the boat, I forgot to mention the hole.
“Upon seeing that paint had dried, my kids took the boat and went on a fishing trip.
“They did not know that there was a hole. I was not at home at that time.
“When I returned home and noticed the boat has gone, I was so desperate because I remembered that the boat had a hole.
“Imagine my relief and joy when I saw them returning from fishing.
“Then, I examined the boat and found that you had repaired the hole!
“You see, now, what you did? You saved the life of my children! I do not have enough money to pay your inititiative...'' good deed.”
So no matter who, when or how, continue to be of service.. continue helping people, sustain if possible, wipe tears, listen attentively, and carefully repair all the 'leaks' you find.
A little act of kindness maybe needed somewhere, You never know when one is in need of us, or when GOD holds a pleasant surprise for us to be helpful and important to someone.
Along the way, you may have repaired numerous 'boat holes' for several people without realizing how many lives you've save. ❤️
Make a difference....be the best you❤👍😁