Compassionate

I've gained yet another lesson of life.. Learning to be compassionate.. Today, I've participated in a blood donating programme at Tesco.. I walked around, holding posters, asking people to donate blood. At first, the result was very disappointing, they just ignored me. But I still persevered and I smiled and nodded. After some time, results rolled in. Many people were interested and I feel like I've done something good and charitable. After that, I went to help at the counter. There, blood donaters were given a cup of Milo, a certificate acknowlodging his or her help, a badge as a souvenier and a bag containing of bread, water packets and an apple as compliments for their donation. I was touched when a person refused the bag of food, saying, "I think some people out there needs it more than I do." He was referring to the victims of earthquake that struck Shezuan and Myanmar. Some people felt weak and nearly fainted after donating a pint of blood. One of them smiled and said, "I've saved at least a life, and that's the least I could do now." In a short duration of time, 82 people had volunteered to donate blood. We were very touched and we thoroughly respect them. Thank you for your donation! ^^